Neale Andersen Shields, ADR Attorney in Houston, Texas
Over 27 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Contracts
PartneratLocke Lord LLP
Houston, TX
Practicing adr in Houston since 1999.
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Neale Andersen Shields is a partner based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Contracts. Neale has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Locke Lord LLP.
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- Houston, TX
- Experience
- over 27 years
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- ADR · Business · Contracts
- Handles ADR, Business, and Contracts matters from Houston, TX.
- Over 27 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Neale Andersen Shields: Neale Andersen Shields is a partner based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Contracts. Neale has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Locke Lord LLP.
Areas of practice
Neale's practice areas in Houston
Neale concentrates on adr, business, contracts, creditor rights, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Neale handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Business
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Contracts
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Creditor Rights
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Litigation
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ADR cases in Houston, Texas
Neale takes adr 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 Neale agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Houston, Texas
Neale 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 Neale agrees to represent you.
Contracts cases in Houston, Texas
Neale takes contracts 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 Neale agrees to represent you.
Creditor Rights cases in Houston, Texas
Neale takes creditor rights 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 Neale agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Houston, Texas
Neale 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 Neale agrees to represent you.
Biography
Neale Andersen Shields, adr attorney serving Houston
Neale Andersen Shields is a partner based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Contracts. Neale has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Locke Lord LLP. Neale works from Houston, Texas and takes on adr matters across the region.
Mr. Neale Andersen Shields is a lawyer practicing arbitration, banking litigation, business and 3 other areas of law. Neale received a B.B.A. degree from University of Houston in 1995, and has been licensed for 27 years. Neale practices at Locke Lord LLP in Houston, TX.
Neale's approach to adr cases
Mr. Neale Andersen Shields is a lawyer practicing arbitration, banking litigation, business and 3 other areas of law. Neale received a B.B.A. degree from University of Houston in 1995, and has been licensed for 27 years. Neale practices at Locke Lord LLP in Houston, TX.
Clients Neale works with
Neale reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and contracts matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Neale studied and practices
Harvard Law School
J.D. · 1999
University of Houston
B.B.A. · 1995
Jurisdictions
Neale's state bar admissions
Texas U.S. District
1999 · ACTIVE
Neale studied at J.D. in Harvard Law School and B.B.A. in University of Houston.
Law school and academic background
Neale completed J.D. in Harvard Law School and B.B.A. in University of Houston. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Neale runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Neale's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of Texas
membership
Locations
Neale Andersen Shields's office in Houston
Neale's primary office is at 2800 JPMorgan Chase Twr., 600 Travis Ste. 2800, Houston, TX, 77002-2914. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Locke Lord LLP
2800 JPMorgan Chase Twr., 600 Travis Ste. 2800
Houston, TX 77002-2914
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How to hire Neale Andersen Shields — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Neale usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Neale charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Neale'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; Neale will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Houston, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Neale
Neale discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Neale confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Neale's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Neale Andersen Shields
How much does it cost to hire Neale for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Neale walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Neale offer a free consultation?
Neale charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Neale's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Neale's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Texas typically take?
Simple adr 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. Neale gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Neale take my case if I'm outside Houston?
Neale 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 — Neale 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 Neale?
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. Neale will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Neale accepting new adr clients right now?
Neale'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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