Sara Jo Kaufman, Employment Attorney in Dallas, Texas
Over 28 years of legal practice · focused on Employment and Tax
Dallas, TX
Practicing employment in Dallas since 1998.
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Sara Jo Kaufman is an attorney based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Employment and Tax. Sara has over 28 years of legal experience.
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- Dallas, TX
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- over 28 years
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- Employment · Tax
- Handles Employment and Tax matters from Dallas, TX.
- Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Sara Jo Kaufman: Sara Jo Kaufman is an attorney based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Employment and Tax. Sara has over 28 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Sara Jo Kaufman
Sara concentrates on employment and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sara handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Dallas, Texas
Sara takes employment matters in Dallas, 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.
Tax cases in Dallas, Texas
Sara takes tax matters in Dallas, 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
About Sara Jo Kaufman — Over 28 years of Texas employment experience
Sara Jo Kaufman is an attorney based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Employment and Tax. Sara has over 28 years of legal experience.
Sara Jo Kaufman is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, tax. Sara received a B.A. degree from Illinois Wesleyan University in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years. Sara practices in Dallas, TX.
How Sara handles employment matters
Sara Jo Kaufman is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, tax. Sara received a B.A. degree from Illinois Wesleyan University in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years. Sara practices in Dallas, TX.
Who Sara represents
Sara reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and tax matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Sara Jo Kaufman's legal education and bar admissions
University of Illinois College of Law
J.D. · 1998
Illinois Wesleyan University
B.A. Accounting · 1993
Jurisdictions
Sara's state bar admissions
Illinois (Inactive)
1998 · ACTIVE
Sara studied at J.D. in University of Illinois College of Law and B.A. Accounting in Illinois Wesleyan University.
Law school and academic background
Sara completed J.D. in University of Illinois College of Law and B.A. Accounting in Illinois Wesleyan University. 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 Kaufman's office in Dallas
Sara's primary office is at 1100 Commerce St Stop 4970 Dal, Dallas, TX, 75242-1001. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Sara Jo Kaufman — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment 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 employment attorney in Dallas, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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 employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Sara Jo Kaufman
How much does it cost to hire Sara for a employment 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 employment attorneys offer free consults — check Sara's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Texas typically take?
Simple employment 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 Dallas?
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 employment 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
Employment attorneys serving Dallas, Houston and Austin in Texas
Sara handles employment matters throughout Texas. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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