Tabitha De Paulo, Business Attorney in Houston, Texas
focused on Business and Litigation
Houston, TX
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Tabitha De Paulo is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.
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- Houston, TEXAS
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- Business · Litigation
- Handles Business and Litigation matters from Houston, TEXAS.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).
About Tabitha De Paulo: Tabitha De Paulo is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Tabitha takes on
Tabitha concentrates on business and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Tabitha handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Houston, Texas
Tabitha 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 Tabitha agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Houston, Texas
Tabitha takes litigation 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 Tabitha agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Tabitha De Paulo — business lawyer in Houston
Tabitha De Paulo is an attorney based in Houston, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.
Tabitha is a litigation partner in the Houston office of Kirkland & Ellis LLP, where she focuses her practice on complex commercial litigation. She has experience in a broad array of matters, including high stakes products liability cases, antitrust class actions, complex commercial disputes, and government and internal investigations.
Tabitha represents 3M Company in the Combat Arms Earplug multidistrict litigation. Tabitha was a member of the trial team that was recently recognized by The American Lawyer as “Litigators of the Week” for the complete defense verdict following a two week jury trial.
Tabitha's approach to business cases
Tabitha is a litigation partner in the Houston office of Kirkland & Ellis LLP, where she focuses her practice on complex commercial litigation. She has experience in a broad array of matters, including high stakes products liability cases, antitrust class actions, complex commercial disputes, and government and internal investigations. Tabitha represents 3M Company in the Combat Arms Earplug…
Clients Tabitha works with
Tabitha reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and litigation matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Chicago
J.D. · 2015
University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign
B.A. · 2012
Tabitha studied at J.D. in University of Chicago and B.A. in University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign.
Law school and academic background
Tabitha completed J.D. in University of Chicago and B.A. in University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Tabitha runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Tabitha has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).
Locations
Tabitha De Paulo's office in Houston
Tabitha's primary office is at 609 Main Street, Houston, Texas, 77002. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Tabitha De Paulo — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Tabitha usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Tabitha charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tabitha'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; Tabitha 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 Tabitha
Tabitha 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. Tabitha confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Tabitha'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 Tabitha De Paulo
How much does it cost to hire Tabitha for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Tabitha walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Tabitha offer a free consultation?
Tabitha charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tabitha's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Tabitha'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. Tabitha gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Tabitha take my case if I'm outside Houston?
Tabitha 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 — Tabitha 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 Tabitha?
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. Tabitha will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Tabitha accepting new business clients right now?
Tabitha'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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