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Kris Kearney, Real Estate Attorney in Dallas, Texas

Dallas, TX

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Kris Kearney is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Real Estate.

Based in
Dallas, TEXAS
Experience
attorney
Known for
Real Estate
  • Handles Real Estate matters from Dallas, TEXAS.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026).

About Kris Kearney: Kris Kearney is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Real Estate.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Kris Kearney

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

Real Estate cases in Dallas, Texas

Kris takes real estate 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 Kris agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Kris Kearney — Attorney of Texas real estate experience

Kris Kearney is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Real Estate.

Kris Kearney is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law.

Kris, who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kris is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

How Kris handles real estate matters

Kris Kearney is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law. Kris, who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kris is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

The kind of cases Kris takes

Kris reviews new inquiries case-by-case for real estate matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Kris Kearney's legal education and bar admissions

  • Southern Methodist University

    J.D. · 2016

Kris studied at J.D. in Southern Methodist University.

Law school and academic background

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

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Kris Kearney

Kris has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026).

Locations

Kris Kearney's office in Dallas

Kris's primary office is at 1722 Routh Street, Dallas, Texas, 75201. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1722 Routh Street

Dallas, Texas 75201

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Hiring guide

How to hire Kris Kearney — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Kris charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kris'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; Kris will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a real estate attorney in Dallas, Texas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many real estate 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 Kris

Kris discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in real estate practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every real estate 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. Kris confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Kris's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many real estate practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Kris Kearney

  • How much does it cost to hire Kris for a real estate case?

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

  • Does Kris offer a free consultation?

    Kris charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kris's office. Some real estate attorneys offer free consults — check Kris's current terms during booking.

  • How long do real estate cases in Texas typically take?

    Simple real estate 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. Kris gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Kris take my case if I'm outside Dallas?

    Kris 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 — Kris 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 Kris?

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

  • Is Kris accepting new real estate clients right now?

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

Areas served

Real Estate attorneys serving Dallas, Houston and Austin in Texas

Kris handles real estate matters throughout Texas. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified real estate attorneys in that community.

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