Margo Sneller Scholin, Business Attorney in Houston, Texas
Over 43 years of legal practice · focused on Business and Securities · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Houston, TX
Practicing business in Houston since 1983.
- 43+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Margo Sneller Scholin is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Business and Securities. Margo has over 43 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Houston, TX
- Experience
- over 43 years
- Known for
- Business · Securities
- Handles Business and Securities matters from Houston, TX.
- Over 43 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Margo Sneller Scholin: Margo Sneller Scholin is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Business and Securities. Margo has over 43 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Margo's practice areas in Houston
Margo concentrates on business and securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Margo handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Houston, Texas
Margo 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 Margo agrees to represent you.
Securities cases in Houston, Texas
Margo takes securities 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 Margo agrees to represent you.
Biography
Margo Sneller Scholin, business attorney serving Houston
Margo Sneller Scholin is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Business and Securities. Margo has over 43 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Margo works from Houston, Texas and takes on business matters across the region.
Ms. Margo Sneller Scholin is a lawyer practicing corporate, securities offerings. Margo received a M.S. degree from Texas Woman's University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years. Margo practices in Houston, TX.
Working with Margo on a business matter
Ms. Margo Sneller Scholin is a lawyer practicing corporate, securities offerings. Margo received a M.S. degree from Texas Woman's University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years. Margo practices in Houston, TX.
Clients Margo works with
Margo reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and securities matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Margo studied and practices
University of Houston Law Center
J.D. · 1983
Texas Woman's University
M.S. Nursing · 1980
Jurisdictions
Margo's state bar admissions
Texas
1983 · ACTIVE
Margo studied at J.D. in University of Houston Law Center and M.S. Nursing in Texas Woman's University.
Law school and academic background
Margo completed J.D. in University of Houston Law Center and M.S. Nursing in Texas Woman's University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Margo runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Margo's legal honors and published work
Margo has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Margo's professional memberships and bar associations
Houston Bar Association State Bar of Texas Houston Bar Foundation Texas Business Law Foundation
membership
Locations
Margo Sneller Scholin's office in Houston
Margo's primary office is at 1 Southside Cir, Houston, TX, 77025-1407. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Margo Sneller Scholin — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Margo. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Houston.
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How to hire Margo Sneller Scholin — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Margo usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Margo charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Margo'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; Margo 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 Margo
Margo 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. Margo confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Margo'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 Margo Sneller Scholin
How much does it cost to hire Margo for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Margo walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Margo offer a free consultation?
Margo charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Margo's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Margo'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. Margo gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Margo take my case if I'm outside Houston?
Margo 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 — Margo 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 Margo?
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. Margo will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Margo accepting new business clients right now?
Margo'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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