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Carly Jean Gaines, Real Estate Attorney in Dallas, Texas

Over 11 years of legal practice

Practicing real estate in Dallas since 2015.

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Carly Jean Gaines is an attorney based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Real Estate. Carly has over 11 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cherry Petersen Landry Albert LLP.

Based in
Dallas, TX
Experience
over 11 years
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Real Estate
  • Handles Real Estate matters from Dallas, TX.
  • Over 11 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Carly Jean Gaines: Carly Jean Gaines is an attorney based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Real Estate. Carly has over 11 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cherry Petersen Landry Albert LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Carly takes on

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

Real Estate cases in Dallas, Texas

Carly 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 Carly agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Carly Jean Gaines — real estate lawyer in Dallas

Carly Jean Gaines is an attorney based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Real Estate. Carly has over 11 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cherry Petersen Landry Albert LLP.

Carly Jean Gaines is a lawyer practicing real estate. Carly has been licensed for 11 years. Carly practices at Cherry Petersen Landry Albert LLP in Dallas, TX.

How Carly handles real estate matters

Carly Jean Gaines is a lawyer practicing real estate. Carly has been licensed for 11 years. Carly practices at Cherry Petersen Landry Albert LLP in Dallas, TX.

The kind of cases Carly takes

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

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Texas

    J.D. · 2015

Jurisdictions

Carly's state bar admissions

  • Texas

    2015 · ACTIVE

Carly studied at J.D. in University of Texas.

Law school and academic background

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

Locations

Carly Jean Gaines's office in Dallas

Carly's primary office is at 8350 North Central Expressway, Suite 1500, Dallas, TX, 75206. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Cherry Petersen Landry Albert LLP

8350 North Central Expressway, Suite 1500

Dallas, TX 75206

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Hiring guide

How to hire Carly Jean Gaines — 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 Carly usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

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

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

Payment methods and payment plans

Carly'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 Carly Jean Gaines

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

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

  • Does Carly offer a free consultation?

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

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

    Carly 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 — Carly 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 Carly?

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

  • Is Carly accepting new real estate clients right now?

    Carly'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

Carly 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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