Shari L. Heyen, Energy Attorney in Houston, Texas
Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on Energy, Environmental, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
Houston, TX
Practicing energy in Houston since 1990.
- 36+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Shari L. Heyen is a shareholder based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Energy, Environmental, and General. Shari has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Houston, TX
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- Energy · Environmental · General
- Handles Energy, Environmental, and General matters from Houston, TX.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Shari L. Heyen: Shari L. Heyen is a shareholder based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Energy, Environmental, and General. Shari has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Shari takes on
Shari concentrates on energy, environmental, general, health care, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Shari handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Energy
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Energy cases in Houston, Texas
Shari 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 Shari agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Houston, Texas
Shari takes environmental 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 Shari agrees to represent you.
General cases in Houston, Texas
Shari 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 Shari agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Houston, Texas
Shari takes health care 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 Shari agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Houston, Texas
Shari takes litigation 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 Shari agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Shari L. Heyen — energy lawyer in Houston
Shari L. Heyen is a shareholder based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Energy, Environmental, and General. Shari has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Shari L. Heyen is Senior Vice President, Co-Chair of the firm’s Global Restructuring & Special Situations Practice, and Co-Regional Operating Shareholder of Texas. Shari has experience in complex restructuring, bankruptcy, insolvency and complex commercial litigation matters. She has represented numerous creditors' committees, debtors, bank groups, acquirers and other significant constituencies in national Chapter 11 cases and workout proceedings, including complex oil, gas and energy cases. Shari has broad experience in the prosecution and defense of fiduciary litigation, real estate, oil and gas, health care, receiverships and alternative energy matters.
Concentrations
•Litigation
•Commercial
•Corporate reorganization
•Business restructuring
•Creditors' rights
•Energy, oil and gas
•Commercial complex bankruptcy
•Real estate insolvency
•Health care insolvency
•Foreclosures and workouts
•Global energy and infrastructure
Judicial Clerkships
•Hon. Randolph F. Wheless, Jr., Chief Bankruptcy Judge for the Southern District of Texas
•Hon. Karen K. Brown, Bankruptcy Judge for the Southern District of Texas
•Hon. Manuel D. Leal, Bankruptcy Judge for the Southern District of Texas
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Accolades
•Shortlisted, The Legal Benchmarking Group, 'Women in Business Awards - Restructuring & Insolvency Lawyer of the Year,” 2026
•Listed, IFLR1000, 'Highly Regarded,' Restructuring, 2024-2025
•Listed, Thomson Reuters, 'Stand-Out Lawyers,' 2024-2026
•Named, Porsche West Houston, 'Inspiring Women of Houston,' 2024
•Listed, Profiles in Diversity Journal, “Women Worth Watching,” 2022
•Listed, Houston Business Journal, “Outstanding Diversity Champions,” 2022
•Member of Recognized Team, U.S. News - Best Lawyers 2022 ‘Best Law Firms’ Report, “Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights/Insolvency Reorganization Law and Litigation -Bankruptcy,” 2022
•Member, teams working on deals that received the following Global M&A Network’s Turnaround Atlas awards:
•“Community & Social Impact Award of the Year,” for work with Bridgeman Sports and Media 363 asset acquisition of Ebony Media Holdings, 2021
•“Chapter 11 Restructuring of the Year (Mid-Markets)” for Senior Care Centers, 2021
•“Energy Services Restructuring of the Year (Mid-Markets)” for Shale Support Global Holdings, 2021
•“Restructuring of the Year - Middle Markets,” 2019
•“Turnaround of the Year,” 2019
•“Corporate Turnaround of the Year” for the Chapter 11 plan of reorganization for C&J Energy Services, multi-billion restructuring, 2017
•“Chapter 11 Restructuring of the Year - Middle Markets,” for the Global Geophysical Services Chapter 11 Plan of Reorganization, 2016
•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law; Litigation - Bankruptcy, 2010-2026
•Texas's Best Lawyers, 2010-2021
•Shortlisted, Euromoney, “Women in Business Awards - Best in Insolvency & Bankruptcy,' 2020 and 2022-2024
•Listed, Chambers USA Guide, 2015 and 2022-2025
•Listed, Euromoney's Expert Guides: “Women in Business Law,” 2021-2022
•Named, Global M&A Network,
•“Restructuring Woman Leader,” 2023
•“Top USA Woman Dealmaker,” 2019
•Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, Texas Super Lawyers, 2004-2025
•Corporate Counsel (Business Edition), “Top Attorneys in Bankruptcy & Creditor Debtor Rights,” 2009-2018
•Recommended, The Legal 500 United States
•Finance - Restructuring (Including Bankruptcy) - Corporate, 2019-2022
•General Commercial Disputes, 2017
•Named, Houston Business Journal, Women Who Mean Business, “Outstanding Leader in Law,” 2019
•Team Member, a U.S. News - Best Lawyers, “Law Firm of the Year” in Bankruptcy and Creditor-Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law and Litigation - Bankruptcy, 2013
•Rated, AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0
How Shari handles energy matters
Shari L. Heyen is Senior Vice President, Co-Chair of the firm’s Global Restructuring & Special Situations Practice, and Co-Regional Operating Shareholder of Texas. Shari has experience in complex restructuring, bankruptcy, insolvency and complex commercial litigation matters. She has represented numerous creditors' committees, debtors, bank groups, acquirers and other significant constituencies…
Who Shari represents
Shari reviews new inquiries case-by-case for energy, environmental, and general matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Oklahoma College of Law
J.D. · 1990
Oklahoma Christian University
B.S. · 1984
Jurisdictions
Shari's state bar admissions
Texas U.S. Court of
1990 · ACTIVE
Shari studied at J.D. in University of Oklahoma College of Law and B.S. in Oklahoma Christian University.
Law school and academic background
Shari completed J.D. in University of Oklahoma College of Law and B.S. in Oklahoma Christian University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Shari runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Shari has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Shari's professional memberships and bar associations
Texas Bar Foundation •Member, American Bankruptcy Institute •Member, American Bar Association •Member, Bar Association of the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals •Member, Commercial Finance Association •Member, Federal Bar Association •Member, Houston Bankrupt
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Litigation - Bankruptcy, 2010-2014 - Texas' Best Lawyers, 2010-2013 • Team Member, a U.S. News - Best Lawyers®, "Law Firm of the Year" in Bankruptcy and Creditor-Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law and Litigation - Bankruptcy, 2013 • Listed,
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Doody v. Ameriquest Mortgage Co., 242 F.3d 286 (5th Cir. 2001). • Counsel for the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors, Bigler Petrochemical, et al. • Counsel for the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors, Renaissance Hospital Grand Prairie, Inc.
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State Bar of Texas
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Houston Bankruptcy Conference
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Turnaround Management Association
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American Bankruptcy Institute
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Locations
Shari L. Heyen's office in Houston
Shari's primary office is at 1000 Louisiana Street, Suite 1700, Houston, TX, 77002. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
1000 Louisiana Street, Suite 1700
Houston, TX 77002
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Client reviews of Shari L. Heyen — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Shari L. Heyen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new energy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Shari usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Shari charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shari'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; Shari will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a energy attorney in Houston, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many energy 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 Shari
Shari discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in energy practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every energy 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. Shari confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Shari's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many energy practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Shari L. Heyen
How much does it cost to hire Shari for a energy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Shari walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Shari offer a free consultation?
Shari charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shari's office. Some energy attorneys offer free consults — check Shari's current terms during booking.
How long do energy cases in Texas typically take?
Simple energy 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. Shari gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Shari take my case if I'm outside Houston?
Shari 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 — Shari 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 Shari?
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. Shari will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Shari accepting new energy clients right now?
Shari'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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