
Stephen Michael Little, Jr., Energy Attorney in Houston, Texas
Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on Energy, Environmental, and General
PartneratOliva Gibbs LLP
Houston, TX
Practicing energy in Houston since 2004.
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Stephen Michael Little, Jr. is a partner based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Energy, Environmental, and General. Stephen has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Oliva Gibbs LLP.
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- Houston, TX
- Experience
- over 22 years
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- Energy · Environmental · General
- Handles Energy, Environmental, and General matters from Houston, TX.
- Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Stephen Michael Little, Jr.: Stephen Michael Little, Jr. is a partner based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Energy, Environmental, and General. Stephen has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Oliva Gibbs LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Stephen takes on
Stephen concentrates on energy, environmental, general, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Stephen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Energy
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Environmental
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General
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Energy cases in Houston, Texas
Stephen 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Houston, Texas
Stephen 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.
General cases in Houston, Texas
Stephen 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Houston, Texas
Stephen takes real estate 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Stephen Michael Little, Jr. — energy lawyer in Houston
Stephen Michael Little, Jr. is a partner based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Energy, Environmental, and General. Stephen has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Oliva Gibbs LLP.
Stephen Michael Little, Jr. is a lawyer practicing general oil and gas advice, oil and gas leasing, oil, gas and mineral transactions and 6 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.B.A. degree from University of Georgia in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years. Stephen practices at Oliva Gibbs LLP in Houston, TX.
How Stephen handles energy matters
Stephen Michael Little, Jr. is a lawyer practicing general oil and gas advice, oil and gas leasing, oil, gas and mineral transactions and 6 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.B.A. degree from University of Georgia in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years. Stephen practices at Oliva Gibbs LLP in Houston, TX.
Who Stephen represents
Stephen 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
Walter F. George School of Law, Mercer University
J.D. · 2004
University of Georgia
B.B.A. Accounting · 2001
Jurisdictions
Stephen's state bar admissions
New Mexico Oklahoma
2023 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
2011 · ACTIVE
Texas
2004 · ACTIVE
Stephen studied at J.D. in Walter F. George School of Law, Mercer University and B.B.A. Accounting in University of Georgia.
Law school and academic background
Stephen completed J.D. in Walter F. George School of Law, Mercer University and B.B.A. Accounting in University of Georgia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Stephen runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Stephen Michael Little, Jr.'s office in Houston
Stephen's primary office is at 815 Walker Street, Suite 1140, Houston, TX, 77002. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Stephen Michael Little, Jr. — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new energy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Stephen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Stephen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen'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; Stephen 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 Stephen
Stephen 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. Stephen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Stephen'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 Stephen Michael Little, Jr.
How much does it cost to hire Stephen for a energy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Stephen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Stephen offer a free consultation?
Stephen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen's office. Some energy attorneys offer free consults — check Stephen'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. Stephen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Stephen take my case if I'm outside Houston?
Stephen 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 — Stephen 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 Stephen?
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. Stephen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Stephen accepting new energy clients right now?
Stephen's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
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