Michele Elaine Marquit, Real Estate Attorney in Houston, Texas
Over 33 years of legal practice
AttorneyatWinston & Strawn LLP
Houston, TX
Practicing real estate in Houston since 1993.
- 33+
- Years practicing
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Michele Elaine Marquit is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Real Estate. Michele has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Winston & Strawn LLP.
- Based in
- Houston, TX
- Experience
- over 33 years
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- Real Estate
- Handles Real Estate matters from Houston, TX.
- Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Michele Elaine Marquit: Michele Elaine Marquit is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Real Estate. Michele has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Winston & Strawn LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Michele Elaine Marquit
Michele concentrates on real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michele handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Real Estate cases in Houston, Texas
Michele takes real estate 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 Michele agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Michele Elaine Marquit — Over 33 years of Texas real estate experience
Michele Elaine Marquit is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Real Estate. Michele has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Winston & Strawn LLP.
Ms. Michele Elaine Marquit is a lawyer practicing real estate. Michele received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years. Michele practices at Winston & Strawn LLP in Houston, TX.
How Michele handles real estate matters
Ms. Michele Elaine Marquit is a lawyer practicing real estate. Michele received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years. Michele practices at Winston & Strawn LLP in Houston, TX.
Who Michele represents
Michele reviews new inquiries case-by-case for real estate matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Michele Elaine Marquit's legal education and bar admissions
University of Houston Law Center
J.D. · 1993
University of Texas at Austin
B.A. · 1989
Jurisdictions
Michele's state bar admissions
New York
1998 · ACTIVE
Texas
1993 · ACTIVE
Michele studied at J.D. in University of Houston Law Center and B.A. in University of Texas at Austin.
Law school and academic background
Michele completed J.D. in University of Houston Law Center and B.A. in University of Texas at Austin. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Michele runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Michele Elaine Marquit's office in Houston
Michele's primary office is at 1111 Louisiana, 25th Fl., Houston, TX, 77002-5242. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Michele Elaine Marquit — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new real estate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Michele usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Michele charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michele'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; Michele will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a real estate attorney in Houston, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many real estate 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 Michele
Michele discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in real estate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every real estate 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. Michele confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Michele's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many real estate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Michele Elaine Marquit
How much does it cost to hire Michele for a real estate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Michele walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Michele offer a free consultation?
Michele charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michele's office. Some real estate attorneys offer free consults — check Michele's current terms during booking.
How long do real estate cases in Texas typically take?
Simple real estate 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. Michele gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Michele take my case if I'm outside Houston?
Michele 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 — Michele 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 Michele?
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. Michele will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Michele accepting new real estate clients right now?
Michele's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Real Estate attorneys serving Houston, Dallas and Austin in Texas
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