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Cheryl Schechter, International Attorney in Houston, Texas

Over 41 years of legal practice

Houston, TX

Practicing international in Houston since 1985.

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Cheryl Schechter is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on International. Cheryl has over 41 years of legal experience.

Based in
Houston, TX
Experience
over 41 years
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International
  • Handles International matters from Houston, TX.
  • Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Cheryl Schechter: Cheryl Schechter is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on International. Cheryl has over 41 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Cheryl takes on

Cheryl concentrates on international. Each area below outlines the kind of case Cheryl handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

International cases in Houston, Texas

Cheryl takes international 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 Cheryl agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Cheryl Schechter — international lawyer in Houston

Cheryl Schechter is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on International. Cheryl has over 41 years of legal experience.

Ms. Cheryl Schechter is a lawyer practicing international law. Cheryl received a degree from Universidad Panamericana, Facultad de Derecho, Mexico City in 1991, and has been licensed for 41 years. Cheryl practices in Houston, TX.

How Cheryl handles international matters

Ms. Cheryl Schechter is a lawyer practicing international law. Cheryl received a degree from Universidad Panamericana, Facultad de Derecho, Mexico City in 1991, and has been licensed for 41 years. Cheryl practices in Houston, TX.

Who Cheryl represents

Cheryl reviews new inquiries case-by-case for international matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Houston, Bates School of Law

    J.D. · 1985

  • Universidad Panamericana, Facultad de Derecho, Mexico City

    Post · 1991

Jurisdictions

Cheryl's state bar admissions

  • New Jersey

    2001 · ACTIVE

  • District of Columbia

    1999 · ACTIVE

  • New York

    1997 · ACTIVE

  • Texas

    1985 · ACTIVE

Cheryl studied at J.D. in University of Houston, Bates School of Law and Post in Universidad Panamericana, Facultad de Derecho, Mexico City.

Law school and academic background

Cheryl completed J.D. in University of Houston, Bates School of Law and Post in Universidad Panamericana, Facultad de Derecho, Mexico City. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Cheryl runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Cheryl Schechter's office in Houston

Cheryl's primary office is at 3200 Travis Street, Houston, TX, 77006. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

3200 Travis Street

Houston, TX 77006

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Hiring guide

How to hire Cheryl Schechter — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new international attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Cheryl usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Cheryl charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cheryl'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; Cheryl will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a international attorney in Houston, Texas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many international 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 Cheryl

Cheryl discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in international practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every international 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. Cheryl confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Cheryl's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many international practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Cheryl Schechter

  • How much does it cost to hire Cheryl for a international case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Cheryl walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Cheryl offer a free consultation?

    Cheryl charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cheryl's office. Some international attorneys offer free consults — check Cheryl's current terms during booking.

  • How long do international cases in Texas typically take?

    Simple international 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. Cheryl gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Cheryl take my case if I'm outside Houston?

    Cheryl 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 — Cheryl 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 Cheryl?

    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. Cheryl will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Cheryl accepting new international clients right now?

    Cheryl'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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