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Susan Ormand Berry, Business Attorney in Houston, Texas

Over 21 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Energy, and General

General Counsel

Houston, TX

Practicing business in Houston since 2005.

21+
Years practicing
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Susan Ormand Berry is a general counsel based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and General. Susan has over 21 years of legal experience.

Based in
Houston, TX
Experience
over 21 years
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Business · Energy · General
  • Handles Business, Energy, and General matters from Houston, TX.
  • Over 21 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Susan Ormand Berry: Susan Ormand Berry is a general counsel based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and General. Susan has over 21 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Susan takes on

Susan concentrates on business, energy, general, real estate, and securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Susan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Houston, Texas

Susan 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 Susan agrees to represent you.

Energy cases in Houston, Texas

Susan 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 Susan agrees to represent you.

General cases in Houston, Texas

Susan 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 Susan agrees to represent you.

Real Estate cases in Houston, Texas

Susan takes real estate 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 Susan agrees to represent you.

Securities cases in Houston, Texas

Susan takes securities 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 Susan agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Susan Ormand Berry — business lawyer in Houston

Susan Ormand Berry is a general counsel based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and General. Susan has over 21 years of legal experience.

Ms. Susan Ormand Berry is a lawyer practicing finance, bank finance, energy & infrastructure projects and 5 other areas of law. Susan Ormand received a B.A. degree from Southern Methodist University in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years. Susan Ormand practices in Houston, TX.

Working with Susan on a business matter

Ms. Susan Ormand Berry is a lawyer practicing finance, bank finance, energy & infrastructure projects and 5 other areas of law. Susan Ormand received a B.A. degree from Southern Methodist University in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years. Susan Ormand practices in Houston, TX.

Who Susan represents

Susan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, energy, and general matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Southern Methodist University School of Law

    J.D. · 2005

  • Southern Methodist University

    B.A. Public · 2001

Jurisdictions

Susan's state bar admissions

  • Texas

    2005 · ACTIVE

Susan studied at J.D. in Southern Methodist University School of Law and B.A. Public in Southern Methodist University.

Law school and academic background

Susan completed J.D. in Southern Methodist University School of Law and B.A. Public in Southern Methodist University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Susan runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Susan's professional memberships and bar associations

  • State Bar of Texas(Member Family Law Section) Houston and American Bar Associations

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Locations

Susan Ormand Berry's office in Houston

Susan's primary office is at 1 Address Unknown, Houston, TX, 77002-6110. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1 Address Unknown

Houston, TX 77002-6110

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Hiring guide

How to hire Susan Ormand Berry — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Susan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Susan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Susan'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; Susan 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 Susan

Susan 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. Susan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Susan'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 Susan Ormand Berry

  • How much does it cost to hire Susan for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Susan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Susan offer a free consultation?

    Susan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Susan's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Susan'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. Susan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Susan take my case if I'm outside Houston?

    Susan 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 — Susan 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 Susan?

    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. Susan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Susan accepting new business clients right now?

    Susan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Business attorneys serving Houston, Dallas and Austin in Texas

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