Mauricio Escobar, Construction Attorney in Houston, Texas
focused on Construction, Criminal Defense, and White Collar
Houston, TX
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Mauricio Escobar is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Construction, Criminal Defense, and White Collar.
- Based in
- Houston, TEXAS
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Construction · Criminal Defense · White Collar
- Handles Construction, Criminal Defense, and White Collar matters from Houston, TEXAS.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026).
About Mauricio Escobar: Mauricio Escobar is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Construction, Criminal Defense, and White Collar.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Mauricio Escobar
Mauricio concentrates on construction, criminal defense, and white collar. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mauricio handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Construction
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Criminal Defense
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White Collar
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Construction cases in Houston, Texas
Mauricio 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 Mauricio agrees to represent you.
Criminal Defense cases in Houston, Texas
Mauricio 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 Mauricio agrees to represent you.
White Collar cases in Houston, Texas
Mauricio 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 Mauricio agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Mauricio Escobar — Attorney of Texas construction experience
Mauricio Escobar is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Construction, Criminal Defense, and White Collar.
Mauricio Escobar is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law, Criminal Defense: White-Collar and Litigation - Construction.
Mauricio, who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Mauricio is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Mauricio's approach to construction cases
Mauricio Escobar is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law, Criminal Defense: White-Collar and Litigation - Construction. Mauricio, who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Mauricio is held by other top lawyers in the same…
The kind of cases Mauricio takes
Mauricio reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction, criminal defense, and white collar matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Mauricio Escobar's legal education and bar admissions
South Texas College of Law Houston
J.D. · 2006
Mauricio studied at J.D. in South Texas College of Law Houston.
Law school and academic background
Mauricio completed J.D. in South Texas College of Law Houston. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mauricio runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Mauricio Escobar
Mauricio has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026).
Locations
Mauricio Escobar's office in Houston
Mauricio's primary office is at 700 Louisiana Street, Suite 4300, Houston, Texas, 77002. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Mauricio Escobar
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Mauricio Escobar — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mauricio usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mauricio charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mauricio'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; Mauricio will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a construction attorney in Houston, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction 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 Mauricio
Mauricio discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every construction 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. Mauricio confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mauricio's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mauricio Escobar
How much does it cost to hire Mauricio for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mauricio walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mauricio offer a free consultation?
Mauricio charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mauricio's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Mauricio's current terms during booking.
How long do construction cases in Texas typically take?
Simple construction 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. Mauricio gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mauricio take my case if I'm outside Houston?
Mauricio 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 — Mauricio 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 Mauricio?
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. Mauricio will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mauricio accepting new construction clients right now?
Mauricio's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Construction attorneys serving Houston, Dallas and Austin in Texas
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