
Sim Israeloff, Appellate Attorney in Dallas, Texas
Over 43 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Business, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatCowles & Thompson, P.C.
Dallas, TX
Practicing appellate in Dallas since 1983.
- 43+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Sim Israeloff is a shareholder based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and General. Sim has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cowles & Thompson, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Dallas, TX
- Experience
- over 43 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Business · General
- Handles Appellate, Business, and General matters from Dallas, TX.
- Over 43 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Sim Israeloff: Sim Israeloff is a shareholder based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and General. Sim has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cowles & Thompson, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Sim takes on
Sim concentrates on appellate, business, general, insurance, and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sim handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Appellate cases in Dallas, Texas
Sim takes appellate 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 Sim agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Dallas, Texas
Sim takes business 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 Sim agrees to represent you.
General cases in Dallas, Texas
Sim takes general 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 Sim agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Dallas, Texas
Sim 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 Sim agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Dallas, Texas
Sim takes ip 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 Sim agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Sim Israeloff — appellate lawyer in Dallas
Sim Israeloff is a shareholder based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and General. Sim has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cowles & Thompson, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. Sim Israeloff is a lawyer practicing appellate, commercial, business litigation, construction and 5 other areas of law. Sim received a degree from Associate Editor, Texas Law Review, and has been licensed for 43 years. Sim practices at Cowles & Thompson, P.C. in Dallas, TX.
How Sim handles appellate matters
Mr. Sim Israeloff is a lawyer practicing appellate, commercial, business litigation, construction and 5 other areas of law. Sim received a degree from Associate Editor, Texas Law Review, and has been licensed for 43 years. Sim practices at Cowles & Thompson, P.C. in Dallas, TX.
Who Sim represents
Sim reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, business, and general matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
The University of Texas School of Law
J.D. · 1983
Associate Editor, Texas Law Review The University of Texas
B.B.A. Accounting · 1980
Jurisdictions
Sim's state bar admissions
Texas U.S. Court of
1983 · ACTIVE
Sim studied at J.D. in The University of Texas School of Law and B.B.A. Accounting in Associate Editor, Texas Law Review The University of Texas.
Law school and academic background
Sim completed J.D. in The University of Texas School of Law and B.B.A. Accounting in Associate Editor, Texas Law Review The University of Texas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sim runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Sim has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Sim's professional memberships and bar associations
Memberships & Affiliations •State Bar of Texas, Litigation Section •American Bar Association, Section of Litigation •Dallas Bar Association •Dallas Bar Foundation, Sustaining Life Fellow •Patrick E
membership
Higginbotham American Inn of Court, Former Barrister •City of Fairview, Texas, Former of Mayor
2003 to 2013 · membership
Locations
Sim Israeloff's office in Dallas
Sim's primary office is at Bank of America, 901 Main Street, Suite 3900, Dallas, TX, 75832. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Cowles & Thompson, P.C.
Bank of America, 901 Main Street, Suite 3900
Dallas, TX 75832
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Client reviews of Sim Israeloff — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Sim Israeloff — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sim usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sim charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sim'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; Sim will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Dallas, 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 Sim
Sim 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. Sim confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sim'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 Sim Israeloff
How much does it cost to hire Sim for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sim walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sim offer a free consultation?
Sim charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sim's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Sim'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. Sim gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sim take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
Sim 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 — Sim 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 Sim?
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. Sim will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sim accepting new appellate clients right now?
Sim'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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Sim handles appellate matters throughout Texas. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified appellate attorneys in that community.
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