Susan Melisa Rainey, Environmental Attorney in Dallas, Texas
Over 21 years of legal practice · focused on Environmental and Real Estate
AssociateatLocke Lord LLP
Dallas, TX
Practicing environmental in Dallas since 2005.
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Susan Melisa Rainey is an associate based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Environmental and Real Estate. Susan has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Locke Lord LLP.
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- Dallas, TX
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- Environmental · Real Estate
- Handles Environmental and Real Estate matters from Dallas, TX.
- Over 21 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Susan Melisa Rainey: Susan Melisa Rainey is an associate based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Environmental and Real Estate. Susan has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Locke Lord LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Susan takes on
Susan concentrates on environmental and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Susan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Environmental cases in Dallas, Texas
Susan takes environmental 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 Susan agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Dallas, Texas
Susan takes real estate 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 Susan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Susan Melisa Rainey — environmental lawyer in Dallas
Susan Melisa Rainey is an associate based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Environmental and Real Estate. Susan has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Locke Lord LLP.
Ms. Susan Melisa Rainey is a lawyer practicing environmental law, real estate. Susan received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 1996, and has been licensed for 21 years. Susan practices at Locke Lord LLP in Dallas, TX.
Susan's approach to environmental cases
Ms. Susan Melisa Rainey is a lawyer practicing environmental law, real estate. Susan received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 1996, and has been licensed for 21 years. Susan practices at Locke Lord LLP in Dallas, TX.
Clients Susan works with
Susan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for environmental and real estate matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
The University of Texas School of Law
J.D. · 2005
Boston University
B.A. Environmental · 1996
Jurisdictions
Susan's state bar admissions
Texas
2005 · ACTIVE
Susan studied at J.D. in The University of Texas School of Law and B.A. Environmental in Boston University.
Law school and academic background
Susan completed J.D. in The University of Texas School of Law and B.A. Environmental in Boston University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Susan runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Susan's professional memberships and bar associations
Dallas Bar Association
membership
Locations
Susan Melisa Rainey's office in Dallas
Susan's primary office is at 2200 Ross Avenue, Suite 2200, Dallas, TX, 75201-2748. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Susan Melisa Rainey — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new environmental attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Susan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Susan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Susan'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; Susan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a environmental attorney in Dallas, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many environmental 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 Susan
Susan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in environmental practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every environmental 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. Susan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Susan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many environmental practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Susan Melisa Rainey
How much does it cost to hire Susan for a environmental case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Susan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Susan offer a free consultation?
Susan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Susan's office. Some environmental attorneys offer free consults — check Susan's current terms during booking.
How long do environmental cases in Texas typically take?
Simple environmental 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. Susan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Susan take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
Susan 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 — Susan 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 Susan?
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. Susan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Susan accepting new environmental clients right now?
Susan'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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