
Steve Changkee Bae, Business Attorney in Houston, Texas
Over 24 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Energy, and Environmental
MemberatBae Law Firm
Houston, TX
Practicing business in Houston since 2002.
- 24+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Steve Changkee Bae is a member based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and Environmental. Steve has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bae Law Firm.
- Based in
- Houston, TX
- Experience
- over 24 years
- Known for
- Business · Energy · Environmental
- Handles Business, Energy, and Environmental matters from Houston, TX.
- Over 24 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Steve Changkee Bae: Steve Changkee Bae is a member based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and Environmental. Steve has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bae Law Firm.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Steve takes on
Steve concentrates on business, energy, environmental, estate planning, and government. Each area below outlines the kind of case Steve handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Energy
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Environmental
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Estate Planning
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Government
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Immigration
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Litigation
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Real Estate
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Business cases in Houston, Texas
Steve 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 Steve agrees to represent you.
Energy cases in Houston, Texas
Steve takes energy 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 Steve agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Houston, Texas
Steve takes environmental 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 Steve agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Houston, Texas
Steve takes estate planning 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 Steve agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Houston, Texas
Steve takes government 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 Steve agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Steve Changkee Bae — business lawyer in Houston
Steve Changkee Bae is a member based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and Environmental. Steve has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bae Law Firm.
Mr. Steve Changkee Bae is a lawyer practicing general business, estate planning, immigration and 8 other areas of law. Steve received a M.S. degree from University of Houston in 1993, and has been licensed for 24 years. Steve practices at Bae Law Firm in Houston, TX.
Working with Steve on a business matter
Mr. Steve Changkee Bae is a lawyer practicing general business, estate planning, immigration and 8 other areas of law. Steve received a M.S. degree from University of Houston in 1993, and has been licensed for 24 years. Steve practices at Bae Law Firm in Houston, TX.
Clients Steve works with
Steve reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, energy, and environmental matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
South Texas College of Law
J.D. · 2001
University of Houston
M.S. Accounting · 1993
Jurisdictions
Steve's state bar admissions
Texas Texas Eastern
2002 · ACTIVE
Steve studied at J.D. in South Texas College of Law and M.S. Accounting in University of Houston.
Law school and academic background
Steve completed J.D. in South Texas College of Law and M.S. Accounting in University of Houston. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Steve runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Steve's professional memberships and bar associations
Houston and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Asian-American Bar Association of Houston American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants
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Locations
Steve Changkee Bae's office in Houston
Steve's primary office is at 800 Town & Country Boulevard, Suite 300, Houston, TX, 77024. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Steve Changkee Bae — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Steve usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Steve charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Steve'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; Steve 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 Steve
Steve 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. Steve confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Steve'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 Steve Changkee Bae
How much does it cost to hire Steve for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Steve walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Steve offer a free consultation?
Steve charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Steve's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Steve'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. Steve gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Steve take my case if I'm outside Houston?
Steve 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 — Steve 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 Steve?
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. Steve will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Steve accepting new business clients right now?
Steve'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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