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18 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Galveston, TX
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Showing 18 employment lawyers in Galveston, TX
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The Law Offices and Mediation Center of Susan M. Edmonson
1411 39th St, Galveston, TX 77550
(409) 239-0100 edmonsonlaw.com
Greg Russell Attorney at Law
711 59th St, Galveston, TX 77551
(409) 497-4743
Faus Salvador
711 59th St, Galveston, TX 77551
(409) 795-1459 fauslaw.com
Jyll Rekoff
2200 Market St, Galveston, TX 77550
(409) 770-9704 rymap.org
Beeton Shabot LLC
2200 Market St Suite 801, Galveston, TX 77550
(409) 291-4364 beetonshabot.com
The Doyle Law Firm PLLC
6710 Stewart Rd # 300, Galveston, TX 77551
(409) 744-9783 bdaglaw.com
Mills Shirley LLP
2200 Market St Suite 300, Galveston, TX 77550
(409) 761-1498 millsshirley.com
Hughes Mathews Legal Group
500 Seawall Blvd Ste 102, Galveston, TX 77550
(409) 228-0962 hughesmathews.com
Jeannie M. Urbani, MBA, JD Attorney at Law
Galveston, TX 77550
(409) 256-1699 urbanilaw.com
Maureen Kuzik McCutchen
2200 Market St Suite 300, Galveston, TX 77550
(409) 763-2341 millsshirley.com
Greer, Herz & Adams, LLP
One Moody Plaza, 1 Moody Ave #14, Galveston, TX 77550
(409) 797-3200 greerherz.com
Employment lawyers in Galveston, Texas help workers with issues like wrongful termination, workplace discrimination, and unpaid wages. Texas is an at-will employment state, meaning an employer can fire you for any reason not prohibited by law. However, state and federal laws still protect against discrimination based on race, sex, age, or disability, and retaliation for reporting violations.
What Does a Employment Lawyer in Galveston Cost?
Many employment lawyers in Texas work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they take a percentage of your settlement or award, often between 25 and 40 percent. Some may charge an hourly rate ranging from 200 to 500 dollars per hour. Initial consultations are often free or low-cost. Costs vary by case complexity and location. This is general information, not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the deadline to file a discrimination claim in Texas?
In Texas, you generally have 180 days from the date of the discriminatory act to file a charge with the Texas Workforce Commission or the EEOC. This deadline is shorter than the federal 300-day limit in some other states, so act quickly.
Can I be fired for no reason in Texas?
Yes, because Texas is an at-will employment state. However, you cannot be fired for an illegal reason such as discrimination, retaliation for reporting a safety violation, or for taking protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
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