Ranelle Moore Meroney, Business Attorney in Austin, Texas
Over 46 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Insurance, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratHawkins Parnell & Young, LLP
Austin, TX
Practicing business in Austin since 1980.
- 46+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
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Ranelle Moore Meroney is a partner based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and Litigation. Ranelle has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hawkins Parnell & Young, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Austin, TX
- Experience
- over 46 years
- Known for
- Business · Insurance · Litigation
- Handles Business, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Austin, TX.
- Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Ranelle Moore Meroney: Ranelle Moore Meroney is a partner based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and Litigation. Ranelle has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hawkins Parnell & Young, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Ranelle's practice areas in Austin
Ranelle concentrates on business, insurance, litigation, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ranelle handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Business cases in Austin, Texas
Ranelle takes business 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 Ranelle agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Austin, Texas
Ranelle takes insurance 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 Ranelle agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Austin, Texas
Ranelle takes litigation 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 Ranelle agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Austin, Texas
Ranelle takes personal injury 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 Ranelle agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Austin, Texas
Ranelle takes product liability 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 Ranelle agrees to represent you.
Biography
Ranelle Moore Meroney, business attorney serving Austin
Ranelle Moore Meroney is a partner based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and Litigation. Ranelle has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hawkins Parnell & Young, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Ranelle works from Austin, Texas and takes on business matters across the region.
Ms. Ranelle Moore Meroney is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, personal injury, premises liability and 7 other areas of law. Ranelle received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado, and has been licensed for 46 years. Ranelle practices at Hawkins Parnell & Young, LLP in Austin, TX.
Ranelle's approach to business cases
Ms. Ranelle Moore Meroney is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, personal injury, premises liability and 7 other areas of law. Ranelle received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado, and has been licensed for 46 years. Ranelle practices at Hawkins Parnell & Young, LLP in Austin, TX.
Clients Ranelle works with
Ranelle reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, insurance, and litigation matters in Austin and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Ranelle studied and practices
University of Texas
J.D. · 1979
University of Colorado B.A. with distinction Phi Beta Kappa
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Ranelle studied at J.D. in University of Texas and — in University of Colorado B.A. with distinction Phi Beta Kappa.
Law school and academic background
Ranelle completed J.D. in University of Texas and — in University of Colorado B.A. with distinction Phi Beta Kappa. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ranelle runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Ranelle's legal honors and published work
Ranelle has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Ranelle's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of Texas (Member, Litigation Section) Austin Bar Association Texas Association of Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute Association of Defense Trial Attorneys College of the State Bar of Texas American Board of Trial Advocates
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Locations
Ranelle Moore Meroney's office in Austin
Ranelle's primary office is at 1717 W. 6th St., Ste. 250, Austin, TX, 78703-4777. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Hawkins Parnell & Young, LLP
1717 W. 6th St., Ste. 250
Austin, TX 78703-4777
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Client reviews of Ranelle Moore Meroney — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Ranelle Moore Meroney — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ranelle usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ranelle charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ranelle'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; Ranelle will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Austin, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Ranelle
Ranelle discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Ranelle confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ranelle's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ranelle Moore Meroney
How much does it cost to hire Ranelle for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ranelle walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ranelle offer a free consultation?
Ranelle charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ranelle's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Ranelle's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Texas typically take?
Simple business 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. Ranelle gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ranelle take my case if I'm outside Austin?
Ranelle 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 — Ranelle 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 Ranelle?
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. Ranelle will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ranelle accepting new business clients right now?
Ranelle'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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