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Dee J. Kelly, Jr., Business Attorney in Fort Worth, Texas

Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Government, and Litigation

Fort Worth, TX

Practicing business in Fort Worth since 1985.

41+
Years practicing
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Dee J. Kelly, Jr. is an attorney based in Fort Worth, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Business, Government, and Litigation. Dee has over 41 years of legal experience.

Based in
Fort Worth, TEXAS
Experience
over 41 years
Known for
Business · Government · Litigation
  • Handles Business, Government, and Litigation matters from Fort Worth, TEXAS.
  • Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Administrative / Regulatory Law (Dallas) (2014).

About Dee J. Kelly, Jr.: Dee J. Kelly, Jr. is an attorney based in Fort Worth, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Business, Government, and Litigation. Dee has over 41 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Dee's practice areas in Fort Worth

Dee concentrates on business, government, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dee handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Fort Worth, Texas

Dee takes business matters in Fort Worth, 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 Dee agrees to represent you.

Government cases in Fort Worth, Texas

Dee takes government matters in Fort Worth, 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 Dee agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Fort Worth, Texas

Dee takes litigation matters in Fort Worth, 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 Dee agrees to represent you.

Biography

Dee J. Kelly, Jr., business attorney serving Fort Worth

Dee J. Kelly, Jr. is an attorney based in Fort Worth, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Business, Government, and Litigation. Dee has over 41 years of legal experience. Dee works from Fort Worth, Texas and takes on business matters across the region.

Dee J. Kelly is a partner at Kelly Hart & Hallman and served as the firm’s managing partner from 2005-2016. He is a member of the firm’s Litigation and Administrative Law practice groups and serves on its executive committee. Mr. Kelly represents corporate and individual clients in a wide variety of business litigation in state and federal courts. Mr. Kelly also provides advice and representation to clients with matters pending before governmental and administrative bodies.

U.S. News and World Reports has included Mr. Kelly on The Best Lawyers in America® ranking every year since 2007. From 2003 through 2023, he was named a Texas Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters. Since 2018, Mr. Kelly has been named to the Top 400 Most Influential by Fort Worth Inc. magazine and was voted by his peers as among the city’s best attorneys in polls conducted by Fort Worth Magazine, and 360 West.

How Dee handles business matters

Dee J. Kelly is a partner at Kelly Hart & Hallman and served as the firm’s managing partner from 2005-2016. He is a member of the firm’s Litigation and Administrative Law practice groups and serves on its executive committee. Mr. Kelly represents corporate and individual clients in a wide variety of business litigation in state and federal courts. Mr. Kelly also provides advice and representation…

The kind of cases Dee takes

Dee reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, government, and litigation matters in Fort Worth and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Dee studied and practices

  • The University of Texas

    JD · 1985

  • The University of Texas

    B.A. · 1982

Jurisdictions

Dee's state bar admissions

  • Texas

    1985 · ACTIVE

Dee studied at JD in The University of Texas and B.A. in The University of Texas.

Law school and academic background

Dee completed JD in The University of Texas and B.A. in The University of Texas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dee runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Dee's legal honors and published work

Dee has received 29 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Administrative / Regulatory Law (Dallas)

    2014

  • Best Lawyers in America — Administrative / Regulatory Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Administrative

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Appellate

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Civil Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Disputes

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Complex Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Elections

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Liquor

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Transactions

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Administrative | Regulatory Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Top 100 Dallas/Fort Worth Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters, 2022, 2023

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters, 2003-2025

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Business Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Civil Litigation | Defense

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Top Attorney, Fort Worth Magazine, 2006-2025

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Civil Law & Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Top Attorney, 360 West magazine, 2017-2025

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Government and Administrative Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Counsel

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — The 400 Most Influential People, Fort Worth, Inc. magazine, 2018-2025

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Distinguished Citizen Award, Longhorn Council of the Boy Scouts of America, 2014

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Administrative / Regulatory Law (Dallas) (2014). Best Lawyers in America — Administrative / Regulatory Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026).

Locations

Dee J. Kelly, Jr.'s office in Fort Worth

Dee's primary office is at 201 Main Street, Suite 2500, Fort Worth, Texas, 76102. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

201 Main Street, Suite 2500

Fort Worth, Texas 76102

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Hiring guide

How to hire Dee J. Kelly, Jr. — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a business attorney in Fort Worth, 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 Dee

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

Payment methods and payment plans

Dee'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 Dee J. Kelly, Jr.

  • How much does it cost to hire Dee for a business case?

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

  • Does Dee offer a free consultation?

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

  • Can Dee take my case if I'm outside Fort Worth?

    Dee 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 — Dee 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 Dee?

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

  • Is Dee accepting new business clients right now?

    Dee'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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