Harriet Anne Tabb, General Attorney in Dallas, Texas
Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on General, Landlord/Tenant, and Real Estate · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatMcGuire, Craddock & Strother, P.C.
Dallas, TX
Practicing general in Dallas since 1985.
- 41+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Harriet Anne Tabb is a shareholder based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on General, Landlord/Tenant, and Real Estate. Harriet has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McGuire, Craddock & Strother, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Dallas, TX
- Experience
- over 41 years
- Known for
- General · Landlord/Tenant · Real Estate
- Handles General, Landlord/Tenant, and Real Estate matters from Dallas, TX.
- Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Harriet Anne Tabb: Harriet Anne Tabb is a shareholder based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on General, Landlord/Tenant, and Real Estate. Harriet has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McGuire, Craddock & Strother, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Harriet's practice areas in Dallas
Harriet concentrates on general, landlord/tenant, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Harriet handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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General cases in Dallas, Texas
Harriet takes general 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 Harriet agrees to represent you.
Landlord/Tenant cases in Dallas, Texas
Harriet takes landlord/tenant 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 Harriet agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Dallas, Texas
Harriet 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 Harriet agrees to represent you.
Biography
Harriet Anne Tabb, general attorney serving Dallas
Harriet Anne Tabb is a shareholder based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on General, Landlord/Tenant, and Real Estate. Harriet has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McGuire, Craddock & Strother, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Harriet works from Dallas, Texas and takes on general matters across the region.
Harriet Tabb has worked in the area of retail and mixed-use development for nearly 30 years. Almost all of her new clients have hired her after being across the table from her, the greatest compliment any lawyer can receive. They like her extensive knowledge and experience and her reputation as being “tough, but fair.” They also appreciate her familiarity with non-legal issues that arise in retail and mixed-use development.
With broad knowledge and experience at the intersection of retail, mixed-use, real estate, and law, Harriet’s work creates enormous value for her clients. Unlike many lawyers, she is able to give development planning help that saves money and misery. In fact, many property/shopping center management and owner-developers prefer to hire her early in a project so that she can provide smart and proactive counsel. Her lease negotiations result in clearly-written leases that both protect her client and help make the landlord and tenant relationship run smoothly. And her planning and drafting can save money. She saved one client more than $100,000 in late-delivery fees based on her well-written force majeure clause (if you can believe it) and another client much more than that by recommending a specific way to structure loan documentation.
She has represented commercial landlords of both established and new shopping centers and mixed-use developments. She generally handles her projects alone or with one associate and a paralegal. In the retail sector, Harriet observes that business is coming back strong, having weathered the 2008 downturn, lingering concerns about consumer confidence, and retailer fears concerning competition from on-line sales.
In 2014, Harriet was elected as a fellow in the American College of Real Estate Lawyers (ACREL), the premier organization of real estate practitioners in the United States. Selection for ACREL is based on peer nominations followed by a rigorous screening process to identify lawyers with strong practices, positive reputations, and a demonstrated commitment to improving the practice of real estate law. In addition, Harriet is an adjunct professor at SMU Dedman School of Law, where she teaches “Real Estate Transactions” with Susan Mills Cipione, also at MCS.
Harriet's approach to general cases
Harriet Tabb has worked in the area of retail and mixed-use development for nearly 30 years. Almost all of her new clients have hired her after being across the table from her, the greatest compliment any lawyer can receive. They like her extensive knowledge and experience and her reputation as being “tough, but fair.” They also appreciate her familiarity with non-legal issues that arise in…
The kind of cases Harriet takes
Harriet reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, landlord/tenant, and real estate matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Harriet studied and practices
Stanford Law School
J.D. · 1985
Emory University
B.A. · 1981
Jurisdictions
Harriet's state bar admissions
Texas
1985 · ACTIVE
Harriet studied at J.D. in Stanford Law School and B.A. in Emory University.
Law school and academic background
Harriet completed J.D. in Stanford Law School and B.A. in Emory University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Harriet runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Harriet's legal honors and published work
Harriet has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Harriet's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of Texas Dallas and American Bar Associations
membership
American College of Real Estate Lawyers (ACREL)
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Locations
Harriet Anne Tabb's office in Dallas
Harriet's primary office is at 500 N. Akard St., Suite 2200, Dallas, TX, 75201. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
McGuire, Craddock & Strother, P.C.
500 N. Akard St., Suite 2200
Dallas, TX 75201
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Client reviews of Harriet Anne Tabb — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Harriet Anne Tabb — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Harriet usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Harriet charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Harriet'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; Harriet will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Dallas, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Harriet
Harriet discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Harriet confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Harriet's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Harriet Anne Tabb
How much does it cost to hire Harriet for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Harriet walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Harriet offer a free consultation?
Harriet charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Harriet's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Harriet's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Texas typically take?
Simple general 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. Harriet gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Harriet take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
Harriet 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 — Harriet 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 Harriet?
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. Harriet will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Harriet accepting new general clients right now?
Harriet'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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