Elissa Underwood Marek, Appellate Attorney in Austin, Texas

Elissa concentrates on appellate, government, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Elissa handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Appellate

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Elissa's primary office is at 100 Congress Avenue Suite 300, Austin, TX, 78701. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Elissa usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Elissa discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Elissa for a appellate case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Elissa walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Elissa offer a free consultation?

  Elissa charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Elissa's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Elissa's current terms during booking.

• How long do appellate cases in Texas typically take?

  Simple appellate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Elissa gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Elissa take my case if I'm outside Austin?

  Elissa is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Elissa will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Elissa?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Elissa will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Elissa accepting new appellate clients right now?

  Elissa's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.