Martha Sue Dodson, Consumer Attorney in San Antonio, Texas
Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on Consumer and Personal Injury · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
San Antonio, TX
Practicing consumer in San Antonio since 1994.
- 32+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Martha Sue Dodson is an attorney based in San Antonio, TX. The practice focuses on Consumer and Personal Injury. Martha has over 32 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- San Antonio, TX
- Experience
- over 32 years
- Known for
- Consumer · Personal Injury
- Handles Consumer and Personal Injury matters from San Antonio, TX.
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Martha Sue Dodson: Martha Sue Dodson is an attorney based in San Antonio, TX. The practice focuses on Consumer and Personal Injury. Martha has over 32 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Martha Sue Dodson
Martha concentrates on consumer and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Martha handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Consumer cases in San Antonio, Texas
Martha takes consumer matters in San Antonio, 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 Martha agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in San Antonio, Texas
Martha takes personal injury matters in San Antonio, 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 Martha agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Martha Sue Dodson — Over 32 years of Texas consumer experience
Martha Sue Dodson is an attorney based in San Antonio, TX. The practice focuses on Consumer and Personal Injury. Martha has over 32 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Ms. Martha Sue Dodson is a lawyer practicing personal injury, consumer protection law. Martha received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1973, and has been licensed for 32 years. Martha practices in San Antonio, TX.
Martha's approach to consumer cases
Ms. Martha Sue Dodson is a lawyer practicing personal injury, consumer protection law. Martha received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1973, and has been licensed for 32 years. Martha practices in San Antonio, TX.
Clients Martha works with
Martha reviews new inquiries case-by-case for consumer and personal injury matters in San Antonio and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Martha Sue Dodson's legal education and bar admissions
St. Mary's University of San Antonio
J.D. · 1994
University of Texas at Austin
B.A. · 1973
Jurisdictions
Martha's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1998 · ACTIVE
Texas
1994 · ACTIVE
Martha studied at J.D. in St. Mary's University of San Antonio and B.A. in University of Texas at Austin.
Law school and academic background
Martha completed J.D. in St. Mary's University of San Antonio and B.A. in University of Texas at Austin. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Martha runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Martha Sue Dodson
Martha has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Martha's professional memberships and bar associations
San Antonio and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Bexar County Women's Bar Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America San Antonio Trial Lawyers' Association
membership
Locations
Martha Sue Dodson's office in San Antonio
Martha's primary office is at 10107 McAllister Freeway, San Antonio, TX, 78216. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Martha Sue Dodson — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Martha. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing consumer attorneys in San Antonio.
4.4
1 client review
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How to hire Martha Sue Dodson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new consumer attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Martha usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Martha charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Martha'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; Martha will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a consumer attorney in San Antonio, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many consumer 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 Martha
Martha discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in consumer practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every consumer 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. Martha confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Martha's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many consumer practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Martha Sue Dodson
How much does it cost to hire Martha for a consumer case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Martha walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Martha offer a free consultation?
Martha charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Martha's office. Some consumer attorneys offer free consults — check Martha's current terms during booking.
How long do consumer cases in Texas typically take?
Simple consumer 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. Martha gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Martha take my case if I'm outside San Antonio?
Martha 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 — Martha 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 Martha?
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. Martha will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Martha accepting new consumer clients right now?
Martha's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Consumer attorneys serving San Antonio, Houston and Dallas in Texas
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