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Katy Leann Hart, Business Attorney in Dallas, Texas

Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on Business and Litigation

AssociateatLackey Hershman, LLP

Dallas, TX

Practicing business in Dallas since 2009.

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Katy Leann Hart is an associate based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation. Katy has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lackey Hershman, LLP.

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Dallas, TX
Experience
over 17 years
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Business · Litigation
  • Handles Business and Litigation matters from Dallas, TX.
  • Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Katy Leann Hart: Katy Leann Hart is an associate based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation. Katy has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lackey Hershman, LLP.

Areas of practice

Katy's practice areas in Dallas

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

Business cases in Dallas, Texas

Katy takes business 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 Katy agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Dallas, Texas

Katy takes litigation 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 Katy agrees to represent you.

Biography

Katy Leann Hart, business attorney serving Dallas

Katy Leann Hart is an associate based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation. Katy has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lackey Hershman, LLP. Katy works from Dallas, Texas and takes on business matters across the region.

Ms. Katy Leann Hart is a lawyer practicing complex commercial litigation, commercial. Katy received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Arlington in 2002, and has been licensed for 17 years. Katy practices at Lackey Hershman, LLP in Dallas, TX.

Katy's approach to business cases

Ms. Katy Leann Hart is a lawyer practicing complex commercial litigation, commercial. Katy received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Arlington in 2002, and has been licensed for 17 years. Katy practices at Lackey Hershman, LLP in Dallas, TX.

The kind of cases Katy takes

Katy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and litigation matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Katy studied and practices

  • Texas Wesleyan University

    J.D. · 2009

  • University of Texas at Arlington

    B.A. · 2002

Jurisdictions

Katy's state bar admissions

  • Colorado

    2021 · ACTIVE

Katy studied at J.D. in Texas Wesleyan University and B.A. in University of Texas at Arlington.

Law school and academic background

Katy completed J.D. in Texas Wesleyan University and B.A. in University of Texas at Arlington. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Katy runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Katy's professional memberships and bar associations

  • State Bar of Texas, American Bar Association

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Locations

Katy Leann Hart's office in Dallas

Katy's primary office is at 3102 Oak Lawn Avenue, Suite 777, Dallas, TX, 75219. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Lackey Hershman, LLP

3102 Oak Lawn Avenue, Suite 777

Dallas, TX 75219

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Hiring guide

How to hire Katy Leann Hart — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a business attorney in Dallas, 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 Katy

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

Payment methods and payment plans

Katy'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 Katy Leann Hart

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

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

  • Does Katy offer a free consultation?

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

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

    Katy 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 — Katy 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 Katy?

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

  • Is Katy accepting new business clients right now?

    Katy'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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