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Sa Liao, Business Attorney in Houston, Texas

Over 21 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Consumer, and Formation

Senior AttorneyatMorgan Lewis Bockius Llp

Houston, TX

Practicing business in Houston since 2005.

21+
Years practicing
2
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Sa Liao is a senior attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Consumer, and Formation. Sa has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan Lewis Bockius Llp.

Based in
Houston, TX
Experience
over 21 years
Known for
Business · Consumer · Formation
  • Handles Business, Consumer, and Formation matters from Houston, TX.
  • Over 21 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Sa Liao: Sa Liao is a senior attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Consumer, and Formation. Sa has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan Lewis Bockius Llp.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Sa Liao

Sa concentrates on business, consumer, formation, international, and securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sa handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Houston, Texas

Sa 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 Sa agrees to represent you.

Consumer cases in Houston, Texas

Sa takes consumer 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 Sa agrees to represent you.

Formation cases in Houston, Texas

Sa takes formation 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 Sa agrees to represent you.

International cases in Houston, Texas

Sa takes international 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 Sa agrees to represent you.

Securities cases in Houston, Texas

Sa takes securities 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 Sa agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Sa Liao — Over 21 years of Texas business experience

Sa Liao is a senior attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Consumer, and Formation. Sa has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan Lewis Bockius Llp.

Sa Liao is a lawyer practicing corporate, finance & investment management, international law, securities / investment fraud and 1 other area of law. Sa received a Ph.D. degree from Columbia University in 1998, and has been licensed for 21 years. Sa practices at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP in Houston, TX.

How Sa handles business matters

Sa Liao is a lawyer practicing corporate, finance & investment management, international law, securities / investment fraud and 1 other area of law. Sa received a Ph.D. degree from Columbia University in 1998, and has been licensed for 21 years. Sa practices at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP in Houston, TX.

Who Sa represents

Sa reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, consumer, and formation matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Sa Liao's legal education and bar admissions

  • Columbia Law School

    J.D. · 2001

  • Columbia University

    Ph.D. Wuhan · 1998

Jurisdictions

Sa's state bar admissions

  • New Jersey

    2005 · ACTIVE

  • Pennsylvania New Yor

    2005 · ACTIVE

Sa studied at J.D. in Columbia Law School and Ph.D. Wuhan in Columbia University.

Law school and academic background

Sa completed J.D. in Columbia Law School and Ph.D. Wuhan in Columbia University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sa runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Sa Liao's office in Houston

Sa's primary office is at Room 07072, 1400 Smith Street, Houston, TX, 77002. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Morgan Lewis Bockius Llp

Room 07072, 1400 Smith Street

Houston, TX 77002

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Hiring guide

How to hire Sa Liao — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sa usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Sa charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sa'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; Sa will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Houston, Texas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Sa

Sa discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business 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. Sa confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Sa's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Sa Liao

  • How much does it cost to hire Sa for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sa walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Sa offer a free consultation?

    Sa charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sa's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Sa's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in Texas typically take?

    Simple business 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. Sa gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Sa take my case if I'm outside Houston?

    Sa 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 — Sa 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 Sa?

    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. Sa will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Sa accepting new business clients right now?

    Sa'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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