Ian P. Faria, Construction Attorney in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX
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Ian P. Faria is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Construction.
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- Handles Construction matters from Houston, TEXAS.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Construction (Houston) (2019).
About Ian P. Faria: Ian P. Faria is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Construction.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Ian takes on
Ian concentrates on construction. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Construction cases in Houston, Texas
Ian takes construction matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ian agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Ian P. Faria — construction lawyer in Houston
Ian P. Faria is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Construction.
Ian has broad experience in real estate law, with a focus on commercial, industrial and residential construction law. Ian has extensive trial experience conducting jury and bench trials, as well as arbitrations, from homeowner claims to multimillion- and multibillion-dollar commercial projects throughout Texas. He represents developers, general contractors, subcontractors, homebuilders, homeowners, business owners and individuals in a variety of disputes, as well as in OSHA compliance and investigation matters. His construction practice covers a range of projects, including highways and bridges, public works projects, commercial and retail construction, industrial and warehouse facilities, residential (single and multi-family), apartment complexes, pipelines, and drilling sites.
Ian is actively involved in the construction industry and the community, having served on the Board of Directors for the Bay Area Builders Association and as legal advisor for Operation FINALLY HOME, a nonprofit 501(c) that provides custom-made, mortgage-free homes to wounded and disabled veterans and the widows of fallen soldiers. He is also a frequent speaker and author on a variety of topics concerning the construction industry for the State Bar of Texas, the Associated General Contractors and the American Subcontractors Association.
With respect to Ian’s oil and gas and energy law practice, he has handled down-hole failure litigation, pipeline rupture litigation, wrongful death litigation, operating agreement litigation (master service agreements for drilling and workover services), and oil and gas lease litigation. Typically involved in both practice areas is the handling of major catastrophic loss investigations, evaluations of safety programs and protocols, and OSHA and PHMSA investigations, hearings and citation defense. Ian has handled these disputes in Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Colorado, Arkansas, Wyoming, North Dakota, and Pennsylvania.
How Ian handles construction matters
Ian has broad experience in real estate law, with a focus on commercial, industrial and residential construction law. Ian has extensive trial experience conducting jury and bench trials, as well as arbitrations, from homeowner claims to multimillion- and multibillion-dollar commercial projects throughout Texas. He represents developers, general contractors, subcontractors, homebuilders,…
The kind of cases Ian takes
Ian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
South Texas College of Law Houston
JD · 1999
St. Lawrence University
BA · 1995
Jurisdictions
Ian's state bar admissions
Oklahoma, Oklahoma B
ACTIVE
Texas, State Bar of
ACTIVE
Ian studied at JD in South Texas College of Law Houston and BA in St. Lawrence University.
Law school and academic background
Ian completed JD in South Texas College of Law Houston and BA in St. Lawrence University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ian runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Ian has received 6 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Construction (Houston)
2019
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Oil and Gas Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Construction (Houston) (2019). Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Oil and Gas Law (2026).
Locations
Ian P. Faria's office in Houston
Ian's primary office is at 600 Travis Street, Houston, Texas, 77002. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Ian P. Faria — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ian usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ian's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Ian will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a construction attorney in Houston, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Ian
Ian discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every construction matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Ian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ian's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ian P. Faria
How much does it cost to hire Ian for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ian walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ian offer a free consultation?
Ian charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ian's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Ian's current terms during booking.
How long do construction cases in Texas typically take?
Simple construction 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. Ian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ian take my case if I'm outside Houston?
Ian 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 — Ian 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 Ian?
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. Ian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ian accepting new construction clients right now?
Ian's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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