Sarah Stone Teten, Employment Attorney in Texas
Over 16 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, General, and International
AssociateatVinson & Elkins LLP
TX
Practicing employment in Texas since 2010.
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Sarah Stone Teten is an associate based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and International. Sarah has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Vinson & Elkins LLP.
- Based in
- Houston, TX
- Experience
- over 16 years
- Known for
- Employment · General · International
- Handles Employment, General, and International matters from Houston, TX.
- Over 16 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Sarah Stone Teten: Sarah Stone Teten is an associate based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and International. Sarah has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Vinson & Elkins LLP.
Areas of practice
Sarah's practice areas in Texas
Sarah concentrates on employment, general, international, and securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sarah handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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General
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International
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Employment cases in Texas
Sarah takes employment matters in 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 Sarah agrees to represent you.
General cases in Texas
Sarah takes general matters in 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 Sarah agrees to represent you.
International cases in Texas
Sarah takes international matters in 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 Sarah agrees to represent you.
Securities cases in Texas
Sarah takes securities matters in 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 Sarah agrees to represent you.
Biography
Sarah Stone Teten, employment attorney serving Texas
Sarah Stone Teten is an associate based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and International. Sarah has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Vinson & Elkins LLP. Sarah works from Texas and takes on employment matters across the region.
Ms. Sarah Stone Teten is a lawyer practicing international law, employment / labor, construction / development and 2 other areas of law. Sarah received a degree from University of Texas in 2007, and has been licensed for 16 years. Sarah practices at Vinson & Elkins LLP in Houston, TX.
How Sarah handles employment matters
Ms. Sarah Stone Teten is a lawyer practicing international law, employment / labor, construction / development and 2 other areas of law. Sarah received a degree from University of Texas in 2007, and has been licensed for 16 years. Sarah practices at Vinson & Elkins LLP in Houston, TX.
Who Sarah represents
Sarah reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, general, and international matters across Texas.
Credentials
Credentials — where Sarah studied and practices
University of Houston Law Center
J.D. · 2010
University of Texas
B.B.A. Finance · 2007
Jurisdictions
Sarah's state bar admissions
Texas
2010 · ACTIVE
Sarah studied at J.D. in University of Houston Law Center and B.B.A. Finance in University of Texas.
Law school and academic background
Sarah completed J.D. in University of Houston Law Center and B.B.A. Finance in University of Texas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sarah runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Sarah Stone Teten's office in Houston
Sarah's primary office is at 1001 Fannin Street, Suite 2500, Houston, TX, 77002. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Sarah Stone Teten — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sarah usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sarah charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sarah'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; Sarah will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in 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 Sarah
Sarah 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. Sarah confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sarah'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 Sarah Stone Teten
How much does it cost to hire Sarah for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sarah walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sarah offer a free consultation?
Sarah charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sarah's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Sarah'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. Sarah gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sarah take my case if I'm outside Texas?
Sarah 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 — Sarah 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 Sarah?
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. Sarah will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sarah accepting new employment clients right now?
Sarah'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 Houston, Dallas and Austin in Texas
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