How much does it cost to hire Les for a business case?

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

Does Les offer a free consultation?

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

How long do business cases in Texas typically take?

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

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

Les 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 — Les 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 Les?

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

Is Les accepting new business clients right now?

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

Les Pickett, Business Attorney in Houston

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Les Pickett is a director based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and General. Les has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

Based in: Houston, TX
Experience: over 36 years
Known for: Business · Construction · General

Handles Business, Construction, and General matters from Houston, TX.
Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
Recognized with Peer Reviewed.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Les Pickett

Les concentrates on business, construction, general, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Les handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Houston, Texas

Les 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 Les agrees to represent you.

Construction cases in Houston, Texas

Les takes construction 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 Les agrees to represent you.

General cases in Houston, Texas

Les 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 Les agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Houston, Texas

Les takes insurance 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 Les agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Houston, Texas

Les 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 Les agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Les Pickett — Over 36 years of Texas business experience

Les Pickett is a director based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and General. Les has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

With more than three decades of experience, Les Pickett knows how to quickly and efficiently evaluate claims and lawsuits to assist his clients in deciding whether the matter should be resolved early or taken through trial. When trial is necessary, Les has experience in state and federal court, in front of judges and juries, and in appellate courts. Not cowed by plaintiff-friendly venues, Les tried his first jury trial case in Beaumont, Texas and has litigated cases from Orange to El Paso and throughout Texas.

Les understands and maintains long, time-tested partnerships with his clients, giving him a deep understanding of the people, the business model, and the risk appetite for the companies he works closely with. He actively engages his clients in all phases of litigation, ensuring that their needs are addressed with an eye toward their business goals. Les understands that forging the relationship between attorney and client yields the best result in what is often an unpleasant experience.

Les focuses his practice on complex personal injury, trucking and transportation, insurance, construction defect, premises liability, and other civil litigation matters. He devotes a significant portion of his practice to insurance coverage cases and the attendant litigation of those matters including hundreds of property damage cases, both residential and commercial, from hurricane, hailstorm, windstorm, fire, and flood loss.

Les has also been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America for Insurance Law each year since 2013.

Awards & Recognitions

•The Best Lawyers in America - Insurance Law, Litigation - Insurance, Transportation Law, 2026

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Working with Les on a business matter

With more than three decades of experience, Les Pickett knows how to quickly and efficiently evaluate claims and lawsuits to assist his clients in deciding whether the matter should be resolved early or taken through trial. When trial is necessary, Les has experience in state and federal court, in front of judges and juries, and in appellate courts. Not cowed by plaintiff-friendly venues, Les…

Clients Les works with

Les reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, construction, and general matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Les Pickett's legal education and bar admissions

University of Texas,
B.B.A. Management · 1987

Jurisdictions

Les's state bar admissions

State of Texas U.S.
1990 · ACTIVE

Les studied at B.B.A. Management in University of Texas,.

Law school and academic background

Les completed B.B.A. Management in University of Texas,. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Les runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Les Pickett

Les has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

Peer Reviewed

Legal awards and honors

Peer Reviewed.

Locations

Les Pickett's office in Houston

Les's primary office is at 1301 McKinney Street, Suite 1400, Houston, TX, 77010. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith

1301 McKinney Street, Suite 1400

Houston, TX 77010

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Les Pickett — 4.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Les. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Houston.

4.0

2 client reviews

Client ratings are sourced from public records and editorial research. Reviews on LawyersListed are accepted from verified clients once Les Pickett claims this profile.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Les Pickett — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a business attorney in Houston, Texas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Les

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business 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. Les confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Les Pickett

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

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Areas served

Business attorneys serving Houston, Dallas and Austin in Texas

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

Les Pickett, Business Attorney in Houston, Texas

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