Sulema Beatriz Retana, ADR Attorney in Dallas, Texas
Over 13 years of legal practice · focused on ADR and Criminal Defense
Dallas, TX
Practicing adr in Dallas since 2013.
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- Years practicing
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Sulema Beatriz Retana is an attorney based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on ADR and Criminal Defense. Sulema has over 13 years of legal experience.
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- Dallas, TX
- Experience
- over 13 years
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- ADR · Criminal Defense
- Handles ADR and Criminal Defense matters from Dallas, TX.
- Over 13 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Sulema Beatriz Retana: Sulema Beatriz Retana is an attorney based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on ADR and Criminal Defense. Sulema has over 13 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Sulema takes on
Sulema concentrates on adr and criminal defense. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sulema handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR cases in Dallas, Texas
Sulema takes adr matters in Dallas, 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 Sulema agrees to represent you.
Criminal Defense cases in Dallas, Texas
Sulema takes criminal defense matters in Dallas, 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 Sulema agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Sulema Beatriz Retana — adr lawyer in Dallas
Sulema Beatriz Retana is an attorney based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on ADR and Criminal Defense. Sulema has over 13 years of legal experience.
Sulema Beatriz Retana is a lawyer practicing adr, criminal, criminal defense and 1 other area of law. Sulema has been licensed for 13 years. Sulema practices in Dallas, TX.
Working with Sulema on a adr matter
Sulema Beatriz Retana is a lawyer practicing adr, criminal, criminal defense and 1 other area of law. Sulema has been licensed for 13 years. Sulema practices in Dallas, TX.
Who Sulema represents
Sulema reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr and criminal defense matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Texas Tech University
J.D. · 2013
Jurisdictions
Sulema's state bar admissions
Texas
2013 · ACTIVE
Sulema studied at J.D. in Texas Tech University.
Law school and academic background
Sulema completed J.D. in Texas Tech University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sulema runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Sulema Beatriz Retana's office in Dallas
Sulema's primary office is at 8828 N Stemmons Fwy Ste 200, Dallas, TX, 75247-3731. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Sulema Beatriz Retana — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sulema usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sulema charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sulema'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; Sulema will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Dallas, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Sulema
Sulema discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Sulema confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sulema's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Sulema Beatriz Retana
How much does it cost to hire Sulema for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sulema walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sulema offer a free consultation?
Sulema charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sulema's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Sulema's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Texas typically take?
Simple adr 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. Sulema gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sulema take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
Sulema 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 — Sulema 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 Sulema?
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. Sulema will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sulema accepting new adr clients right now?
Sulema's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
ADR attorneys serving Dallas, Houston and Austin in Texas
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