Sheila O'Hare, Insurance Attorney in Dallas, Texas
Over 36 years of legal practice
Dallas, TX
Practicing insurance in Dallas since 1990.
- 36+
- Years practicing
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Sheila O'Hare is an attorney based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Insurance. Sheila has over 36 years of legal experience.
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- Handles Insurance matters from Dallas, TX.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Sheila O'Hare: Sheila O'Hare is an attorney based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Insurance. Sheila has over 36 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Sheila's practice areas in Dallas
Sheila concentrates on insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sheila handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance cases in Dallas, Texas
Sheila takes insurance 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 Sheila agrees to represent you.
Biography
Sheila O'Hare, insurance attorney serving Dallas
Sheila O'Hare is an attorney based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Insurance. Sheila has over 36 years of legal experience. Sheila works from Dallas, Texas and takes on insurance matters across the region.
Ms. Sheila O'Hare is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage, insurance defense litigation. Sheila received a B.A. degree from Syracuse University in 1982, and has been licensed for 36 years. Sheila practices in Dallas, TX.
Working with Sheila on a insurance matter
Ms. Sheila O'Hare is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage, insurance defense litigation. Sheila received a B.A. degree from Syracuse University in 1982, and has been licensed for 36 years. Sheila practices in Dallas, TX.
Who Sheila represents
Sheila reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Sheila studied and practices
California Western School of Law
J.D. · 1990
Syracuse University
B.A. · 1982
Jurisdictions
Sheila's state bar admissions
Texas Fifth Circuit
1994 · ACTIVE
Ninth Circuit Court
1992 · ACTIVE
Southern District of
1990 · ACTIVE
California Colorado
1990 · ACTIVE
Sheila studied at J.D. in California Western School of Law and B.A. in Syracuse University.
Law school and academic background
Sheila completed J.D. in California Western School of Law and B.A. in Syracuse University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sheila runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Sheila O'Hare's office in Dallas
Sheila's primary office is at 200 Crescent Ct., 11th Fl., Dallas, TX, 75201-1840. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Sheila O'Hare — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sheila usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sheila charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sheila'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; Sheila will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Dallas, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 Sheila
Sheila discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance 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. Sheila confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sheila's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Sheila O'Hare
How much does it cost to hire Sheila for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sheila walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sheila offer a free consultation?
Sheila charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sheila's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Sheila's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Texas typically take?
Simple insurance 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. Sheila gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sheila take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
Sheila 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 — Sheila 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 Sheila?
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. Sheila will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sheila accepting new insurance clients right now?
Sheila's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Insurance attorneys serving Dallas, Houston and Austin in Texas
Sheila handles insurance matters throughout Texas. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified insurance attorneys in that community.
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