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Gregg Costa, Appellate Attorney in Houston, Texas

focused on Appellate, Business, and Litigation

Houston, TX

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Gregg Costa is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Litigation.

Based in
Houston, TEXAS
Experience
attorney
Known for
Appellate · Business · Litigation
  • Handles Appellate, Business, and Litigation matters from Houston, TEXAS.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (Houston) (2025).

About Gregg Costa: Gregg Costa is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Litigation.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Gregg Costa

Gregg concentrates on appellate, business, litigation, white collar, and criminal defense. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gregg handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Appellate cases in Houston, Texas

Gregg takes appellate 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 Gregg agrees to represent you.

Business cases in Houston, Texas

Gregg takes business 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 Gregg agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Houston, Texas

Gregg takes litigation 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 Gregg agrees to represent you.

White Collar cases in Houston, Texas

Gregg takes white collar 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 Gregg agrees to represent you.

Criminal Defense cases in Houston, Texas

Gregg takes criminal defense 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 Gregg agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Gregg Costa — Attorney of Texas appellate experience

Gregg Costa is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Litigation.

Gregg Costa is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice, Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation and Criminal Defense: White-Collar.

Gregg, who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Gregg is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Gregg's approach to appellate cases

Gregg Costa is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice, Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation and Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Gregg, who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Gregg is held by other top lawyers…

The kind of cases Gregg takes

Gregg reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, business, and litigation matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Gregg Costa's legal education and bar admissions

  • The University of Texas

    J.D. · 1999

Gregg studied at J.D. in The University of Texas.

Law school and academic background

Gregg completed J.D. in The University of Texas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Gregg runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Gregg Costa

Gregg has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (Houston)

    2025

  • Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (Houston) (2025). Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026).

Locations

Gregg Costa's office in Houston

Gregg's primary office is at 811 Main Street, Suite 3000, Houston, Texas, 77002-6117. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

811 Main Street, Suite 3000

Houston, Texas 77002-6117

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Hiring guide

How to hire Gregg Costa — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Houston, Texas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Gregg

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every appellate 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. Gregg confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Gregg Costa

  • How much does it cost to hire Gregg for a appellate case?

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

  • Does Gregg offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do appellate cases in Texas typically take?

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

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

    Gregg 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 — Gregg 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 Gregg?

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

  • Is Gregg accepting new appellate clients right now?

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

Areas served

Appellate attorneys serving Houston, Dallas and Austin in Texas

Gregg handles appellate matters throughout Texas. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified appellate attorneys in that community.

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