
Stephanie B. Donaho, Insurance Attorney in Houston, Texas
Over 20 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Slip & Fall
Senior CounselatHartline Barger LLP
Houston, TX
Practicing insurance in Houston since 2006.
- 20+
- Years practicing
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Stephanie B. Donaho is a senior counsel based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Slip & Fall. Stephanie has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hartline Barger LLP.
- Based in
- Houston, TX
- Experience
- over 20 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Personal Injury · Slip & Fall
- Handles Insurance, Personal Injury, and Slip & Fall matters from Houston, TX.
- Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Stephanie B. Donaho: Stephanie B. Donaho is a senior counsel based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Slip & Fall. Stephanie has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hartline Barger LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Stephanie takes on
Stephanie concentrates on insurance, personal injury, slip & fall, and wrongful death. Each area below outlines the kind of case Stephanie handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance
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Personal Injury
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Slip & Fall
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Wrongful Death
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Insurance cases in Houston, Texas
Stephanie 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 Stephanie agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Houston, Texas
Stephanie takes personal injury 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 Stephanie agrees to represent you.
Slip & Fall cases in Houston, Texas
Stephanie takes slip & fall 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 Stephanie agrees to represent you.
Wrongful Death cases in Houston, Texas
Stephanie takes wrongful death 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 Stephanie agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Stephanie B. Donaho — insurance lawyer in Houston
Stephanie B. Donaho is a senior counsel based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Slip & Fall. Stephanie has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hartline Barger LLP.
Stephanie B. Donaho is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, personal injury / wrongful death, premises liability. Stephanie B. received a B.S. degree from Washington and Lee University in 2003, and has been licensed for 20 years. Stephanie B. practices at Hartline Barger LLP in Houston, TX.
How Stephanie handles insurance matters
Stephanie B. Donaho is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, personal injury / wrongful death, premises liability. Stephanie B. received a B.S. degree from Washington and Lee University in 2003, and has been licensed for 20 years. Stephanie B. practices at Hartline Barger LLP in Houston, TX.
The kind of cases Stephanie takes
Stephanie reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, personal injury, and slip & fall matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
South Texas College of Law Houston
J.D. · 2006
Washington and Lee University
B.S. Business · 2003
Jurisdictions
Stephanie's state bar admissions
Texas U.S. District
2006 · ACTIVE
Stephanie studied at J.D. in South Texas College of Law Houston and B.S. Business in Washington and Lee University.
Law school and academic background
Stephanie completed J.D. in South Texas College of Law Houston and B.S. Business in Washington and Lee University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Stephanie runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Stephanie B. Donaho's office in Houston
Stephanie's primary office is at 1980 Post Oak Boulevard, Suite 1800, Houston, TX, 77056. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Hartline Barger LLP
1980 Post Oak Boulevard, Suite 1800
Houston, TX 77056
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How to hire Stephanie B. Donaho — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Stephanie usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Stephanie charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephanie'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; Stephanie will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Houston, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 Stephanie
Stephanie discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance 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. Stephanie confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Stephanie's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Stephanie B. Donaho
How much does it cost to hire Stephanie for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Stephanie walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Stephanie offer a free consultation?
Stephanie charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephanie's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Stephanie's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Texas typically take?
Simple insurance 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. Stephanie gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Stephanie take my case if I'm outside Houston?
Stephanie 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 — Stephanie 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 Stephanie?
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. Stephanie will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Stephanie accepting new insurance clients right now?
Stephanie'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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