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Mauricio Escobar, Construction Attorney in Houston, Texas

focused on Construction, Criminal Defense, and White Collar

Houston, TX

Trusted construction attorney serving Houston.

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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 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.

Main office

700 Louisiana Street, Suite 4300

Houston, Texas 77002

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Hiring 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

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