Lacey L. Gourley, Employment Attorney in Austin, Texas
Over 41 years of legal practice · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatWinstead PC
Austin, TX
Practicing employment in Austin since 1985.
- 41+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 5
- Bar admissions
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Lacey L. Gourley is a shareholder based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Employment. Lacey has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Winstead PC. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Austin, TX
- Experience
- over 41 years
- Known for
- Employment
- Handles Employment matters from Austin, TX.
- Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Lacey L. Gourley: Lacey L. Gourley is a shareholder based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Employment. Lacey has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Winstead PC. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Lacey takes on
Lacey concentrates on employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lacey handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Austin, Texas
Lacey takes employment matters in Austin, 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 Lacey agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Lacey L. Gourley — employment lawyer in Austin
Lacey L. Gourley is a shareholder based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Employment. Lacey has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Winstead PC. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Ms. Lacey L. Gourley is a lawyer practicing management labor and employment. Lacey received a B.A. degree from Southwest Texas State University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years. Lacey practices at Winstead PC in Austin, TX.
Working with Lacey on a employment matter
Ms. Lacey L. Gourley is a lawyer practicing management labor and employment. Lacey received a B.A. degree from Southwest Texas State University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years. Lacey practices at Winstead PC in Austin, TX.
Clients Lacey works with
Lacey reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment matters in Austin and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Texas Tech University School of Law
J.D. · 1984
Southwest Texas State University
B.A. · 1981
Jurisdictions
Lacey's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1993 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1990 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1990 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1988 · ACTIVE
Texas
1985 · ACTIVE
Lacey studied at J.D. in Texas Tech University School of Law and B.A. in Southwest Texas State University.
Law school and academic background
Lacey completed J.D. in Texas Tech University School of Law and B.A. in Southwest Texas State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lacey runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Lacey has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Lacey's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of Texas
membership
Locations
Lacey L. Gourley's office in Austin
Lacey's primary office is at 401 Congress Ave., Ste. 2100, Austin, TX, 78701. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Lacey L. Gourley — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Lacey. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Austin.
4.4
1 client review
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How to hire Lacey L. Gourley — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lacey usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lacey charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lacey'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; Lacey will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Austin, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Lacey
Lacey discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Lacey confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lacey's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Lacey L. Gourley
How much does it cost to hire Lacey for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lacey walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lacey offer a free consultation?
Lacey charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lacey's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Lacey's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Texas typically take?
Simple employment 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. Lacey gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lacey take my case if I'm outside Austin?
Lacey 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 — Lacey 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 Lacey?
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. Lacey will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lacey accepting new employment clients right now?
Lacey's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Austin, Houston and Dallas in Texas
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