Jane Langdell Robinson, Appellate Attorney in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX
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Jane Langdell Robinson is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Appellate. Currently practicing at Langdell Robinson PLLC.
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- Handles Appellate matters from Houston, TEXAS.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026).
About Jane Langdell Robinson: Jane Langdell Robinson is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Appellate. Currently practicing at Langdell Robinson PLLC.
Areas of practice
Jane's practice areas in Houston
Jane concentrates on appellate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jane handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate cases in Houston, Texas
Jane 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 Jane agrees to represent you.
Biography
Jane Langdell Robinson, appellate attorney serving Houston
Jane Langdell Robinson is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Appellate. Currently practicing at Langdell Robinson PLLC. Jane works from Houston, Texas and takes on appellate matters across the region.
Jane Langdell Robinson offers decades of experience in appeals and litigation, primarily in complex commercial matters. A board-certified civil appellate specialist, Jane represents clients in mandamus proceedings, interlocutory appeals, and appeals of final judgments in Texas and other state appellate courts as well as the Fifth Circuit, other federal circuit courts, the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, and the United States Supreme Court. Trial lawyers often rely on Jane for legal analysis and strategy in complex civil matters as well as dispositive motions, Robinson/Daubert challenges, preparation of jury charges, and other trial and pre-trial support.
Jane has been a co-author of O’Connor’s Texas Rules * Civil Trials, the premiere civil trial rules guide for Texas lawyers and judges, since 2018.
Jane has been board certified in civil appellate law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 2016. She also has extensive litigation experience in state and federal courts, including complex contract and commercial disputes and matters involving energy, healthcare, trademarks, copyrights, patents, and trade secrets.
Ms. Robinson enjoys engagement in the bar. She serves on the board of directors for the Texas Association of Civil Trial and Appellate Specialists (TACTAS) and on the Council of the Houston Bar Association’s Appellate Section. Ms. Robinson is a member of the Texas Bar Foundation, the Houston Bar Foundation, and the Texas Bar College.
Some of Ms. Robinson’s recent CLE presentations and papers include:
April 2025: Effective Brief Writing (TexasBarCLE)
September 2024: Supreme Court of Texas Update (Texas Lawbook).
June 2024: Appellate Procedure Update (Houston Bar Association CLE)
September 2023: Supreme Court of Texas Update (Texas Lawbook)
October 2022: The Janes—Today’s Post-Roe Reality (Harris County Democratic Lawyers Association CLE)
October 2022: Trans & Other LGBTQ+ Children in Custody Evaluations (Texas Association of Domestic Relations Officers CLE)
June 2022: 2 Years After Bostock: LGBTQ+ Plaintiffs in Employment Cases (Houston Bar Association Labor & Employment Section CLE)
May 2022: Recent Developments in Anti-Discrimination Law for Transgender People (University of Texas CLE)
February 2022: Texas Supreme Court Procedures and Update (Houston Metropolitan Paralegal Association)
December 2021: Equal Protection for Transgender People (Texas Bar Journal)
September 2021: Supreme Court of Texas Update (Texas Lawbook)
Ms. Robinson is admitted in Texas, California, North Carolina (inactive), all Texas federal courts, federal district courts in North Carolina, California, and Michigan, the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, the Fifth, Ninth, and Federal Circuit Courts of Appeals, and the United States Supreme Court.
Ms. Robinson graduated magna cum laude from Dartmouth College in 1995 and with honors from Duke University School of Law in 1998.
Working with Jane on a appellate matter
Jane Langdell Robinson offers decades of experience in appeals and litigation, primarily in complex commercial matters. A board-certified civil appellate specialist, Jane represents clients in mandamus proceedings, interlocutory appeals, and appeals of final judgments in Texas and other state appellate courts as well as the Fifth Circuit, other federal circuit courts, the Court of Appeals for…
Clients Jane works with
Jane reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Jane studied and practices
Duke University
J.D. · 1998
Dartmouth College
— · 1995
Jurisdictions
Jane's state bar admissions
California, State Ba
ACTIVE
Texas, State Bar of
ACTIVE
Jane studied at J.D. in Duke University and — in Dartmouth College.
Law school and academic background
Jane completed J.D. in Duke University and — in Dartmouth College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jane runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Jane's legal honors and published work
Jane has received 11 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Health Care
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Oil and Gas Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Best Law Firms (Langdell Robinson PLLC), Appellate Practice Tier 1 (Houston), Tier 3 (National), 2026
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers, 2022-2025
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America, 2023-2025
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Health Care (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law (2026).
Locations
Office locations for Jane Langdell Robinson in Houston, Texas
Jane's primary office is at Houston, Texas. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Jane Langdell Robinson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jane usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jane charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jane'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; Jane 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 Jane
Jane 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. Jane confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jane'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 Jane Langdell Robinson
How much does it cost to hire Jane for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jane walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jane offer a free consultation?
Jane charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jane's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Jane'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. Jane gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jane take my case if I'm outside Houston?
Jane 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 — Jane 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 Jane?
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. Jane will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jane accepting new appellate clients right now?
Jane'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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