How much does it cost to hire Grace for a general case?

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

Does Grace offer a free consultation?

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

How long do general cases in Texas typically take?

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

Can Grace take my case if I'm outside Houston?

Grace 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 — Grace 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 Grace?

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

Is Grace accepting new general clients right now?

Grace's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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Grace N. Cousins, General Attorney in Houston, Texas

Over 8 years of legal practice · focused on General, Personal Injury, and Product Liability

Senior AssociateatWood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP

Houston, TX

Practicing general in Houston since 2018.

8+: Years practicing
2: Bar admissions

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Grace N. Cousins is a senior associate based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on General, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Grace has over 8 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP.

Based in: Houston, TX
Experience: over 8 years
Known for: General · Personal Injury · Product Liability

Handles General, Personal Injury, and Product Liability matters from Houston, TX.
Over 8 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Areas of practice

Grace's practice areas in Houston

Grace concentrates on general, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Grace handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

General cases in Houston, Texas

Grace 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 Grace agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Houston, Texas

Grace takes personal injury 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 Grace agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in Houston, Texas

Grace takes product liability 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 Grace agrees to represent you.

Biography

Grace N. Cousins, general attorney serving Houston

Grace Cousins is a litigation attorney, maintaining a civil litigation and arbitration practice defending both individuals and corporations in state and federal actions. Grace’s practice focuses primarily on defending claims for premises liability, commercial automobile accidents, products liability, construction defect, and industrial accidents involving property damages, personal injury, and wrongful death.

Grace believes that her client’s success in the boardroom depends on her abilities in the courtroom. Grace navigates and solves the myriad intractable problems that attach to high-stakes litigation either through thoughtful discovery work, strong motions practice, or through an eventual jury trial. She prides herself on her professionalism, dedication, and creativity in representing her clients and obtaining the most favorable outcome for them.

Outside the courtroom, Grace spends her time working with a national German Shepherd Dog rescue, putting on cat shows with Generations Cat Club, training her dogs, and competing around the country with her paint horses.

In the News

•Texas Court Grants WSHB Complete Summary Judgment in Trucking Dispute

Honors & Recognitions

•Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch recognition for Litigation - Construction, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, Product Liability Litigation - Defendants, and Transportation Law in Houston, TX (2026)

Working with Grace on a general matter

Who Grace represents

Grace reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, personal injury, and product liability matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Grace studied and practices

South Texas College of Law Houston
J.D. · 2018
Baylor University, Hankamer School of Business
B.B.A. Entrepreneurship · 2014

Jurisdictions

Grace's state bar admissions

District of Columbia
2019 · ACTIVE
Texas U.S. District
2018 · ACTIVE

Grace studied at J.D. in South Texas College of Law Houston and B.B.A. Entrepreneurship in Baylor University, Hankamer School of Business.

Law school and academic background

Grace completed J.D. in South Texas College of Law Houston and B.B.A. Entrepreneurship in Baylor University, Hankamer School of Business. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Grace runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Grace's professional memberships and bar associations

Memberships •Women's Energy Network •Generations Cat Club - Vice President and Founding Member
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Locations

Grace N. Cousins's office in Houston

Grace's primary office is at 1790 Hughes Landing Boulevard, Suite 400, Houston, TX, 77380. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP

1790 Hughes Landing Boulevard, Suite 400

Houston, TX 77380

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Hiring guide

How to hire Grace N. Cousins — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a general attorney in Houston, Texas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Grace

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every general 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. Grace confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Grace N. Cousins

How much does it cost to hire Grace for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Grace walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Grace offer a free consultation?
Grace charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Grace's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Grace's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Texas typically take?
Simple general 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. Grace gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Grace take my case if I'm outside Houston?
Grace 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 — Grace 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 Grace?
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. Grace will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Grace accepting new general clients right now?
Grace's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

General attorneys serving Houston, Dallas and Austin in Texas

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