Sara Jo Dunstan, ADR Attorney in Houston, Texas
Over 12 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Appellate, and Business
Houston, TX
Practicing adr in Houston since 2014.
- 12+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Sara Jo Dunstan is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Business. Sara has over 12 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Houston, TX
- Experience
- over 12 years
- Known for
- ADR · Appellate · Business
- Handles ADR, Appellate, and Business matters from Houston, TX.
- Over 12 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Sara Jo Dunstan: Sara Jo Dunstan is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Business. Sara has over 12 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Sara takes on
Sara concentrates on adr, appellate, business, employment, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sara handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Appellate
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Business
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Employment
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General
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Insurance
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Litigation
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ADR cases in Houston, Texas
Sara 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 Sara agrees to represent you.
Appellate cases in Houston, Texas
Sara takes appellate 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 Sara agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Houston, Texas
Sara 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 Sara agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Houston, Texas
Sara takes employment 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 Sara agrees to represent you.
General cases in Houston, Texas
Sara takes general 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 Sara agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Sara Jo Dunstan — adr lawyer in Houston
Sara Jo Dunstan is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Business. Sara has over 12 years of legal experience.
Sara Jo Dunstan is a lawyer practicing adr, health care, insurance and 7 other areas of law. Sara has been licensed for 12 years. Sara practices in Houston, TX.
How Sara handles adr matters
Sara Jo Dunstan is a lawyer practicing adr, health care, insurance and 7 other areas of law. Sara has been licensed for 12 years. Sara practices in Houston, TX.
The kind of cases Sara takes
Sara reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, appellate, and business matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
South Texas College Of Law
J.D. · 2014
Jurisdictions
Sara's state bar admissions
Texas Texas Southern
2014 · ACTIVE
Sara studied at J.D. in South Texas College Of Law.
Law school and academic background
Sara completed J.D. in South Texas College Of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sara runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Sara Jo Dunstan's office in Houston
Sara's primary office is at 5615 Kirby Dr Ste 900, Houston, TX, 77005-2452. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Sara Jo Dunstan
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How to hire Sara Jo Dunstan — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sara usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sara charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sara'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; Sara 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 Sara
Sara 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. Sara confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sara'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 Sara Jo Dunstan
How much does it cost to hire Sara for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sara walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sara offer a free consultation?
Sara charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sara's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Sara'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. Sara gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sara take my case if I'm outside Houston?
Sara 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 — Sara 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 Sara?
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. Sara will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sara accepting new adr clients right now?
Sara's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
ADR attorneys serving Houston, Dallas and Austin in Texas
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