Nissa Dunn, Appellate Attorney in San Antonio, Texas
Over 40 years of legal practice · 4.8/5 rating from 11 verified client reviews
Of CounselatHouston Dunn, PLLC
San Antonio, TX
Practicing appellate in San Antonio since 1986.
- 40+
- Years practicing
- 4.8 ★
- 11 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Nissa Dunn is an of counsel based in San Antonio, TX. The practice focuses on Appellate. Nissa has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Houston Dunn, PLLC. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 11 client reviews.
- Based in
- San Antonio, TX
- Experience
- over 40 years
- Known for
- Appellate
- Handles Appellate matters from San Antonio, TX.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Nissa Dunn: Nissa Dunn is an of counsel based in San Antonio, TX. The practice focuses on Appellate. Nissa has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Houston Dunn, PLLC. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 11 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Nissa takes on
Nissa concentrates on appellate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Nissa handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate cases in San Antonio, Texas
Nissa takes appellate 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 Nissa agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Nissa Dunn — appellate lawyer in San Antonio
Nissa Dunn is an of counsel based in San Antonio, TX. The practice focuses on Appellate. Nissa has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Houston Dunn, PLLC. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 11 client reviews.
Certification:
Board Certified in Civil Appellate Law - Texas Board of Legal Specialization
Honors and Awards/Community Service
Belva Lockwood Outstanding Lawyer Award, Bexar County Women's Bar Association - 2007
Texas Super Lawyer - Texas Monthly 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008
Chair, Host Committee, Fifth Circuit Judicial Conference - 2007
Director, San Antonio Chapter of the Federal Bar Association - 2006 - 2007
Trustee, San Antonio Bar Foundation - 2006 - present
Vice-President, Bexar County Women's Bar Association - 2005
Director, Bexar County Women's Bar Association - 2002 - 2004, 2006
Director, San Antonio Bar Association - 2002 - 2004
Chair, San Antonio Bar Association Law Day Committee - 2002
Previous Experience
Shareholder, Crofts & Callaway, P.C. - January 2003 to March 2007
Associate Attorney, Crofts & Callaway, P.C. - January 1999 to December 2002
Briefing Attorney for the Honorable Nancy Stein Nowak, United States Magistrate Judge, Western District of Texas, San Antonio Division - October 1993 to December 1999
Assistant District Attorney, Civil Section, Bexar County Criminal District Attorney's Office - April 1992 to October 1993
Associate Attorney, Appellate Section, Brock & Person, P.C., San Antonio, Texas - September 1987 to March 1992
Briefing Attorney for the Honorable John E. Powers, Justice, Court of Appeals, Third Court of Appeals District, Austin, Texas - September 1986 to August 1987
Representative Cases
Supreme Court of Texas
In re Labatt Food Serv., L.P., 279 S.W.3d 640 (Tex. 2009)
In re Dillard Dep't Stores, Inc., 198 S.W.3d 778 (Tex. 2006)
In re Dillard Dep't Stores, Inc., 186 S.W.3d 514 (Tex. 2006)
Spradlin v. Jim Walter Homes, Inc., 34 S.W.3d 578 (Tex. 2000)
Texas Courts of Appeal
Northside Independent School District v. Dubose, 2007 WL 1481661 (Tex.App. - San Antonio May 23, 2007, no pet.)
Sonterra Capital Partners, Ltd. v. Sonterra Property Owners Association, Inc., 216 S.W.3d 417 (Tex.App. - San Antonio 2006, pet. denied)
Cappadonna Electric Management v. Cameron County, 180 S.W.3d 364 (Tex.App. - Corpus Christi 2005, orig. proceeding)
In re Greenpoint Credit, L.L.C., 2004 WL 2997924 (Tex.App. - San Antonio December 29, 2004, orig. proceeding)
Fitz v. San Antonio Hospitality Investments, Inc., 2004 WL 840609 (Tex.App. - San Antonio April 21, 2004, no pet.)
City of San Antonio v. Butler, 131 S.W.3d 170 (Tex.App. - San Antonio 2004, pet. denied)
Barsness v. Scott, 126 S.W.3d 232 (Tex.App. - San Antonio 2003, pet. denied)
Lyda Constructors, Inc. v. Butler Manufacturing Co., 103 S.W.3d 632 (Tex.App. - San Antonio 2003, no pet.)
R&R Contractors v. Torres, 88 S.W.3d 685 (Tex.App. - Corpus Christi 2002, no pet.)
GreenPoint Credit Corp. v. Perez, 75 S.W.3d 40 (Tex.App. - San Antonio 2002, pet. granted, judgment vacated by agr.)
Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals
Milam v. City of San Antonio, 2004 WL 2469572 (5th Cir. 2004)
Publications
Federal Court Update, San Antonio Lawyer
U.S. Supreme Court and Fifth Circuit Update, State Bar of Texas Litigation Update Institute 2008
Preserving Error - Motion in Limine Through Post Trial Motions, Anatomy of a Civil Trial Seminar 2007
Preserving Error Without Shooting Yourself In The Foot, Anatomy Of A Civil Trial Seminar 2006
Preservation - Post-Trial, State Bar of Texas Appellate Boot Camp 2004
Non-Charge Preservation of Error, State Bar of Texas Advanced Civil Trial Course 2002
Post-Trial Motions, St. Mary's School of Law "Appellate Practice: Spring Training 2002"
Privileges, University of Texas School of Law 5th Annual Evidence and Procedure Symposium (2000)
Privileges, University of Texas School of Law 4th Annual Evidence and Procedure Symposium (1999)
Demystifying Federal Civil Practice: A Primer for the Occasional Federal Litigant (1998)
Defending the Informed Consent Case, Texas Tech School of Law Medical Malpractice Conference (1990)
New Law Update, National Business Institute, Inc. Medical Malpractice in Texas Conference (1988)
How Nissa handles appellate matters
Certification: Board Certified in Civil Appellate Law - Texas Board of Legal Specialization Honors and Awards/Community Service Belva Lockwood Outstanding Lawyer Award, Bexar County Women's Bar Association - 2007 Texas Super Lawyer - Texas Monthly 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008 Chair, Host Committee, Fifth Circuit Judicial Conference - 2007 Director, San Antonio Chapter of the Federal Bar Association…
Who Nissa represents
Nissa reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate matters in San Antonio and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Trinity University, San Antonio, Texas
Bachelor · 1983
Jurisdictions
Nissa's state bar admissions
Texas United States
1986 · ACTIVE
Nissa studied at Bachelor in Trinity University, San Antonio, Texas.
Law school and academic background
Nissa completed Bachelor in Trinity University, San Antonio, Texas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Nissa runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Nissa has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Nissa Dunn's office in San Antonio
Nissa's primary office is at 4040 Broadway St., Suite 515, San Antonio, TX, 78209. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Nissa Dunn — 4.8/5 rating from 11 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Nissa. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing appellate attorneys in San Antonio.
4.8
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How to hire Nissa Dunn — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Nissa usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Nissa charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nissa'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; Nissa will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in San Antonio, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Nissa
Nissa discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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. Nissa confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Nissa's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Nissa Dunn
How much does it cost to hire Nissa for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Nissa walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Nissa offer a free consultation?
Nissa charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nissa's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Nissa's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Texas typically take?
Simple appellate 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. Nissa gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Nissa take my case if I'm outside San Antonio?
Nissa 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 — Nissa 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 Nissa?
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. Nissa will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Nissa accepting new appellate clients right now?
Nissa'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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