Yigal Saghian, Entertainment Attorney in Houston, Texas
Over 12 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment and Real Estate
Of CounselatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
Houston, TX
Practicing entertainment in Houston since 2014.
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Yigal Saghian is an of counsel based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Entertainment and Real Estate. Yigal has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
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- Houston, TX
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- over 12 years
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- Entertainment · Real Estate
- Handles Entertainment and Real Estate matters from Houston, TX.
- Over 12 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Yigal Saghian: Yigal Saghian is an of counsel based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Entertainment and Real Estate. Yigal has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Areas of practice
Yigal's practice areas in Houston
Yigal concentrates on entertainment and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Yigal handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment cases in Houston, Texas
Yigal takes entertainment 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 Yigal agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Houston, Texas
Yigal 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 Yigal agrees to represent you.
Biography
Yigal Saghian, entertainment attorney serving Houston
Yigal Saghian is an of counsel based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Entertainment and Real Estate. Yigal has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Yigal works from Houston, Texas and takes on entertainment matters across the region.
Yigal Saghian’s practice involves advising clients in virtually all segments of the real estate industry on a wide variety of commercial real estate matters. Yigal represents developers, investors, lending institutions, landlords, tenants and other interested parties in connection with a broad range of property types and classes. Amongst other commercial real estate transactions, Yigal regularly assists clients with acquisitions, dispositions, financings, development, leasing, asset management, construction and syndication matters.
Yigal works closely with clients to understand their business activities and objectives, allowing him to provide focused, client-centered, and cost-effective counsel on the various legal issues confronting them.
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Accolades
•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America
•Real Estate Law, 2025-2026
•'Ones to Watch,' 2021-2024
•Team Member, a Law360 'Real Estate Practice Group of the Year,' 2023
Yigal's approach to entertainment cases
Yigal Saghian’s practice involves advising clients in virtually all segments of the real estate industry on a wide variety of commercial real estate matters. Yigal represents developers, investors, lending institutions, landlords, tenants and other interested parties in connection with a broad range of property types and classes. Amongst other commercial real estate transactions, Yigal regularly…
Clients Yigal works with
Yigal reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment and real estate matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Yigal studied and practices
University of Houston Law Center J.D.
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University of Houston, C.T. Bauer College of Business M.B.A. Business Administration and Management Yeshiva University B.A. magna cum laude
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Jurisdictions
Yigal's state bar admissions
Texas
2014 · ACTIVE
California
2014 · ACTIVE
Yigal studied at — in University of Houston Law Center J.D. and — in University of Houston, C.T. Bauer College of Business M.B.A. Business Administration and Management Yeshiva University B.A. magna cum laude.
Law school and academic background
Yigal completed — in University of Houston Law Center J.D. and — in University of Houston, C.T. Bauer College of Business M.B.A. Business Administration and Management Yeshiva University B.A. magna cum laude. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Yigal runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Yigal Saghian's office in Houston
Yigal's primary office is at 1000 Louisiana Street, Suite 1700, Houston, TX, 77002. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
1000 Louisiana Street, Suite 1700
Houston, TX 77002
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How to hire Yigal Saghian — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Yigal usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Yigal charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Yigal'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; Yigal will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in Houston, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment 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 Yigal
Yigal discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in entertainment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every entertainment 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. Yigal confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Yigal's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many entertainment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Yigal Saghian
How much does it cost to hire Yigal for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Yigal walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Yigal offer a free consultation?
Yigal charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Yigal's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Yigal's current terms during booking.
How long do entertainment cases in Texas typically take?
Simple entertainment 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. Yigal gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Yigal take my case if I'm outside Houston?
Yigal 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 — Yigal 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 Yigal?
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. Yigal will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Yigal accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Yigal'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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