About Kelly Hart & Hallman LLP

Kelly Hart & Hallman, LLP is a nationally recognized business law firm providing comprehensive legal counsel to leading corporations, financial institutions, government entities, and individuals. Established more than 45 years ago, the firm has earned a reputation for excellence through exceptional advocacy, innovative strategies, and client-focused representation. With more than 160 attorneys, the firm offers deep experience across a wide range of complex legal disciplines.

Kelly Hart & Hallman, LLP provides legal services in over twenty key practice areas, including corporate and securities, banking and finance, real estate, oil and gas, environmental, healthcare, litigation, intellectual property, estate planning, labor and employment, and tax. Its attorneys are experienced in handling sophisticated transactions, regulatory compliance, and high-stakes litigation across multiple jurisdictions. With offices in Fort Worth, Austin, Midland, Baton Rouge, and New Orleans, the firm delivers seamless representation throughout the South and beyond.

Kelly Hart & Hallman, LLP distinguishes itself through collaborative, client-centered service and a commitment to excellence that spans decades. The firm’s attorneys combine legal precision with business insight, ensuring that each matter is handled with thorough preparation, strategic analysis, and a deep understanding of industry dynamics. Its lawyers are consistently recognized by Best Lawyers in America®, Chambers USA, and Super Lawyers for their achievements in corporate and litigation practice.

Kelly Hart & Hallman, LLP continues to set the standard for sophisticated legal counsel, helping clients achieve their goals while mitigating risk and maximizing opportunity. Through innovation, integrity, and proven experience, the firm remains a trusted legal partner for complex business challenges and transformative ventures nationwide.

Practice Areas

Business
  • Aircraft Financing
  • Aircraft Insurance and Claims
  • Aircraft Leasing and Purchasing
  • FAA and International Registry Matters
  • Fleet Transactions
  • Fractional Ownership
  • General Commercial Matters
  • Acquisitions and Dispositions of Loan Portfolios
  • Aircraft Finance
  • Commercial Finance
  • Energy Finance
  • Public Finance
  • Real Estate Finance
  • Corporate Finance/Securities Regulation
  • Family Office
  • Hedge Funds
  • Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Partnership and Joint Venture Transactions
  • Private Equity
  • Corporate Healthcare Entities and Finance
  • Healthcare Employment Matters
  • Medical Litigation/Medical Risk Management
  • Medicare Compliance and Regulatory Investigations
  • Oil & Gas/Energy Litigation
  • Oil & Gas/Energy Regulations and Administrative Hearings
  • Oil & Gas/Energy Transactions
  • Oil & Gas/Energy/Environment
  • School Law
  • Water Law
Bankruptcy
  • Chapter 11 Reorganization
  • Adversary Proceedings
  • Creditor Representation
  • Liquidation Proceedings
  • Bankruptcy Appeals
  • Pre-Bankruptcy Planning
Environmental Law
  • Administrative and Civil Proceeding
  • Environmental and Toxic Torts
  • Environmental Business and Real Estate Transactions
  • Environmental Criminal Investigations
  • Environmental Enforcement Defense
  • Regulatory Assistance and Permitting
  • Representation Of Utilities, Districts, and Municipalities
Estate Planning/Wealth Preservation
  • Asset Protection Planning
  • Family Office/Private Client Services
  • Marital Property Agreements
  • Probate and Estate Administration
  • Tax and Business Planning
  • Trusts and Trust Administration
Intellectual Property
  • Data Privacy | Data Security
  • Intellectual Property and Technology Licensing
  • Intellectual Property Litigation
  • Intellectual Property Transactions
  • Media and Entertainment Law
  • Protection and Registration Of Intellectual Property
  • Sports Law
Employment
  • Developing Employer Policies and Procedures
  • Employment Litigation
  • Executive Agreements
  • Preventative Labor Relations and Union Elections
  • Unfair Competition, Noncompete, and Trade Secrets
  • Union/Management Negotiations
  • Wage & Hour Compliance and Collective and Class Action Defense
Government
  • Liquor Law
  • Public Law
  • Administrative Law
Lawsuits & Disputes
  • Appellate
  • Administrative Litigation
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution
  • Antitrust
  • Banking and Financial Services Litigation
  • Business Fraud
  • Class Action Litigation
  • Complex Commercial Litigation
  • E-Commerce
  • Environmental Litigation
  • Financial Consultants/Finra Litigation
  • Government Investigations
  • Intellectual Property Litigation
  • Internal Investigations
  • Marital Litigation
  • Media and First Amendment Litigation
  • Probate and Trust Litigation
  • Products Liability Litigation
  • Professional Malpractice Litigation
  • Real Estate Construction Litigation
  • Securities and Corporate Litigation
  • Tax Litigation
  • White Collar Defense
Real Estate
  • Construction Law
  • Land Use & Zoning
  • Leasing and Property Management
  • Real Estate Acquisition and Development
  • Real Estate Finance
  • Real Estate Ownership Structure
  • REITs
Tax
  • Corporate and Partnership Tax
  • Executive/Employee Compensation
  • Financial Products
  • Income Tax
  • Real Estate & Oil & Gas
  • State and Local Taxation
Transportation Law
  • Accident Investigation
  • Cargo Insurance
  • Crisis Management/Emergency Response
  • Damage and Cargo Claims
  • Equipment, Finance, Acquisitions & Leasing
  • Industrial Real Estate Transactions
  • Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Property
  • Rail Service Agreements
Nonprofit Organizations
  • Charitable Gifts and Planned Giving
  • Corporate Governance
  • Governmental Entities
  • Other Code Section 501(C) Entities
  • Private Foundations and Charitable Trusts
  • Public Charities
  • Tax Compliance and Controversies

Fees

  • Payment details not specified

Office locations for Kelly Hart & Hallman LLP

Kelly Hart & Hallman LLP - Austin

Colorado Tower, 303 Colorado St, Austin, TX 78701

Kelly Hart & Hallman LLP - Baton Rouge

301 Main St, Baton Rouge, LA 70801

Kelly Hart & Hallman LLP - Fort Worth

Wells Fargo Tower, 201 Main St, Fort Worth, TX 76102

Kelly Hart & Hallman LLP - Midland

500 W Illinois Ave, Midland, TX 79701

Kelly Hart & Hallman LLP - New Orleans

400 Poydras Tower, 400 Poydras St, New Orleans, LA 70130