Sharis Lea Hauder, Appellate Attorney in Dallas, Texas

Sharis concentrates on appellate, civil rights, insurance, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sharis handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Appellate

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• Civil Rights

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• Insurance

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• Litigation

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• Personal Injury

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Sharis's primary office is at 1700 Pacific Avenue, Suite 4450, Dallas, TX, 75201. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

Sharis discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Sharis for a appellate case?

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

• Does Sharis offer a free consultation?

  Sharis charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sharis's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Sharis's current terms during booking.

• How long do appellate cases in Texas typically take?

  Simple appellate 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. Sharis gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Sharis take my case if I'm outside Dallas?

  Sharis 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 — Sharis 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 Sharis?

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

• Is Sharis accepting new appellate clients right now?

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