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Sara Marie Thompson, Business Attorney in Houston, Texas

Over 18 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and Energy

Associate

Houston, TX

Practicing business in Houston since 2008.

18+
Years practicing
2
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Sara Marie Thompson is an associate based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Energy. Sara has over 18 years of legal experience.

Based in
Houston, TX
Experience
over 18 years
Known for
Business · Employment · Energy
  • Handles Business, Employment, and Energy matters from Houston, TX.
  • Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Sara Marie Thompson: Sara Marie Thompson is an associate based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Energy. Sara has over 18 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Sara's practice areas in Houston

Sara concentrates on business, employment, energy, general, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sara handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Houston, Texas

Sara takes business 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 Sara agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Houston, Texas

Sara takes employment 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 Sara agrees to represent you.

Energy cases in Houston, Texas

Sara takes energy 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 Sara agrees to represent you.

General cases in Houston, Texas

Sara 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 Sara agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Houston, Texas

Sara takes insurance 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 Sara agrees to represent you.

Biography

Sara Marie Thompson, business attorney serving Houston

Sara Marie Thompson is an associate based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Energy. Sara has over 18 years of legal experience. Sara works from Houston, Texas and takes on business matters across the region.

Ms. Sara Marie Thompson is a lawyer practicing construction, business litigation, trucking and 13 other areas of law. Sara received a B.A. degree from Baylor University in 2005, and has been licensed for 18 years. Sara practices in Houston, TX.

How Sara handles business matters

Ms. Sara Marie Thompson is a lawyer practicing construction, business litigation, trucking and 13 other areas of law. Sara received a B.A. degree from Baylor University in 2005, and has been licensed for 18 years. Sara practices in Houston, TX.

The kind of cases Sara takes

Sara reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and energy matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Sara studied and practices

  • University of Houston Law Center, Houston, Texas

    J.D. · 2008

  • Baylor University

    B.A. · 2005

Jurisdictions

Sara's state bar admissions

  • US Court of Appeals,

    2009 · ACTIVE

  • Texas Fifth Circuit

    2008 · ACTIVE

Sara studied at J.D. in University of Houston Law Center, Houston, Texas and B.A. in Baylor University.

Law school and academic background

Sara completed J.D. in University of Houston Law Center, Houston, Texas and B.A. in Baylor University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sara runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Sara's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Professional Associations and Memberships State Bar of Texas Houston Young Lawyers Association Maritime Law Association Texas Association of Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute American Subcontractors Association Women's Contractors Association

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Locations

Sara Marie Thompson's office in Houston

Sara's primary office is at 1390 Enclave Pkwy, Houston, TX, 77077-2099. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1390 Enclave Pkwy

Houston, TX 77077-2099

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Hiring guide

How to hire Sara Marie Thompson — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a business attorney in Houston, 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 Sara

Sara 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. Sara confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Sara'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 Sara Marie Thompson

  • How much does it cost to hire Sara for a business case?

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

  • Does Sara offer a free consultation?

    Sara charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sara's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Sara'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. Sara gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Sara take my case if I'm outside Houston?

    Sara 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 — Sara 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 Sara?

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

  • Is Sara accepting new business clients right now?

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

Areas served

Business attorneys serving Houston, Dallas and Austin in Texas

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