Limor Ben-Maier, Maritime Attorney in Houston, Texas
Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea & BenMaier PLLC
Houston, TX
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Limor Ben-Maier is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Maritime. Currently practicing at Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea & BenMaier PLLC.
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- Handles Maritime matters from Houston, TEXAS.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Admiralty and Maritime Law (2026).
About Limor Ben-Maier: Limor Ben-Maier is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Maritime. Currently practicing at Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea & BenMaier PLLC.
Areas of practice
Limor's practice areas in Houston
Limor concentrates on maritime. Each area below outlines the kind of case Limor handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Maritime cases in Houston, Texas
Limor 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 Limor agrees to represent you.
Biography
Limor Ben-Maier, maritime attorney serving Houston
Limor Ben-Maier is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Maritime. Currently practicing at Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea & BenMaier PLLC. Limor works from Houston, Texas and takes on maritime matters across the region.
Limor BenMaier is a founding member of SBSB and is one of the managing partners of the firm. An extensive career in law led her to help facilitate the creation of the firm in February 2015. While she has worked every job in a law firm, her time as a lawyer started as a Federal Court clerk. In that time, she assisted the Court in writing decisions for cases under Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, Defense Base Act, consumer protection, and immigration visas.
Amongst multiple other practice areas in her arsenal, Limor excels in admiralty work, as evidenced by her earning a Master of Law degree in the field from Tulane University. She has been recognized by The Best Lawyers in America from 2021-2026 for her work in the maritime field, and she has achieved the prestigious honor of an AV Preeminent rating by Martindale-Hubbell.
Limor is admitted to the State Bar of Texas and The Florida Bar and is licensed to practice before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit and the Supreme Court of Florida. Additionally, she frequently handles claims brought before the Department of Labor’s Office of Administrative Law Judges and serves as a Qualified Mediator. Fluent in Hebrew, she maintains dual U.S. and Israeli citizenship, and she is a dedicated attorney with an eye toward doing what is right for her clients.
Working with Limor on a maritime matter
Limor BenMaier is a founding member of SBSB and is one of the managing partners of the firm. An extensive career in law led her to help facilitate the creation of the firm in February 2015. While she has worked every job in a law firm, her time as a lawyer started as a Federal Court clerk. In that time, she assisted the Court in writing decisions for cases under Longshore and Harbor Workers’…
Who Limor represents
Limor reviews new inquiries case-by-case for maritime matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Limor studied and practices
Tulane University
— · 2005
Gonzaga University
J.D. · 2004
Florida Atlantic University
B.S. · 1999
Jurisdictions
Limor's state bar admissions
Florida, The Florida
ACTIVE
Texas, State Bar of
ACTIVE
Limor studied at — in Tulane University, J.D. in Gonzaga University, and B.S. in Florida Atlantic University.
Law school and academic background
Limor completed — in Tulane University, J.D. in Gonzaga University, and B.S. in Florida Atlantic University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Limor runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Limor's legal honors and published work
Limor has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Admiralty and Maritime Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America, 2024-2026
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Admiralty and Maritime Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America, 2024-2026 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell (2026).
Locations
Limor Ben-Maier's office in Houston
Limor's primary office is at 1001 Mckinney Street, Suite 1400, Houston, Texas, 77002. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea & BenMaier PLLC
1001 Mckinney Street, Suite 1400
Houston, Texas 77002
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How to hire Limor Ben-Maier — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new maritime attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Limor usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Limor charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Limor'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; Limor will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a maritime attorney in Houston, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many maritime 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 Limor
Limor discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in maritime practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every maritime 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. Limor confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Limor's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many maritime practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Limor Ben-Maier
How much does it cost to hire Limor for a maritime case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Limor walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Limor offer a free consultation?
Limor charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Limor's office. Some maritime attorneys offer free consults — check Limor's current terms during booking.
How long do maritime cases in Texas typically take?
Simple maritime 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. Limor gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Limor take my case if I'm outside Houston?
Limor 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 — Limor 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 Limor?
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. Limor will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Limor accepting new maritime clients right now?
Limor'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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