How much does it cost to hire Karen for a car accidents case?

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

Does Karen offer a free consultation?

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

How long do car accidents cases in Texas typically take?

Simple car accidents 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. Karen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Karen take my case if I'm outside Houston?

Karen 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 — Karen 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 Karen?

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. Karen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is Karen accepting new car accidents clients right now?

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

Unclaimed · Is this you?

Karen M. De Sousa, Car Accidents Attorney in Houston, Texas

Over 25 years of legal practice · focused on Car Accidents, Class Action, and General

Houston, TX

Practicing car accidents in Houston since 2001.

25+: Years practicing
3: Bar admissions

Practices in

Car Accidents Class Action General Litigation Maritime Medical Malpractice +8 more →

Are you Karen M. De Sousa?

This profile was built from public bar records and is still unclaimed. Claim it free to control your photo, bio, and fees — and get client inquiries sent straight to you.

Claim this profile — free

Quick answer

Karen M. De Sousa is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, Class Action, and General. Karen has over 25 years of legal experience.

Based in: Houston, TX
Experience: over 25 years
Known for: Car Accidents · Class Action · General

Handles Car Accidents, Class Action, and General matters from Houston, TX.
Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Karen M. De Sousa

Karen concentrates on car accidents, class action, general, litigation, and maritime. Each area below outlines the kind of case Karen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Car Accidents cases in Houston, Texas

Karen takes car accidents 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 Karen agrees to represent you.

Class Action cases in Houston, Texas

Karen takes class action 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 Karen agrees to represent you.

General cases in Houston, Texas

Karen takes general 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 Karen agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Houston, Texas

Karen takes litigation 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 Karen agrees to represent you.

Maritime cases in Houston, Texas

Karen takes maritime 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 Karen agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Karen M. De Sousa — Over 25 years of Texas car accidents experience

Karen M. De Sousa is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, Class Action, and General. Karen has over 25 years of legal experience.

Karen M. De Sousa is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, jones act and 17 other areas of law. Karen M. received a B.S. degree from University of Houston in 1997, and has been licensed for 25 years. Karen M. practices in Houston, TX.

Working with Karen on a car accidents matter

Clients Karen works with

Karen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for car accidents, class action, and general matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Karen M. De Sousa's legal education and bar admissions

South Texas College of Law
J.D. · 2001
University of Houston
B.S. · 1997

Jurisdictions

Karen's state bar admissions

U.S. District Court,
2002 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2002 · ACTIVE
Texas
2001 · ACTIVE

Karen studied at J.D. in South Texas College of Law and B.S. in University of Houston.

Law school and academic background

Karen completed J.D. in South Texas College of Law and B.S. in University of Houston. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Karen runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Karen M. De Sousa's office in Houston

Karen's primary office is at 12600 N. Featherwood, Suite 200, Houston, TX, 77034. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

12600 N. Featherwood, Suite 200

Houston, TX 77034

Open in Google Maps

Client feedback

Client reviews of Karen M. De Sousa

Karen has not yet collected verified client reviews on LawyersListed. Reviews here are all from confirmed clients; anonymous ratings are moderated out.

No reviews yet

Only verified clients who have consulted with Karen M. De Sousa can leave a review.

Schedule your consultation

Hiring guide

How to hire Karen M. De Sousa — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Karen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Karen'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; Karen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a car accidents attorney in Houston, Texas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many car accidents 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 Karen

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every car accidents 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. Karen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Karen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many car accidents practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Karen M. De Sousa

How much does it cost to hire Karen for a car accidents case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Karen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Karen offer a free consultation?
Karen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Karen's office. Some car accidents attorneys offer free consults — check Karen's current terms during booking.
How long do car accidents cases in Texas typically take?
Simple car accidents 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. Karen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Karen take my case if I'm outside Houston?
Karen 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 — Karen 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 Karen?
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. Karen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Karen accepting new car accidents clients right now?
Karen's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Car Accidents attorneys serving Houston, Dallas and Austin in Texas

Karen handles car accidents matters throughout Texas. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified car accidents attorneys in that community.

More counsel

If Karen's intake is full or the fit isn't right, these car accidents attorneys in Houston handle similar matters. Every profile below is verified and open to consultations.