Kimberly Sue Ratcliff, Personal Injury Attorney in Dallas, Texas
Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury and Wrongful Death
PartneratDehay And Elliston L L P
Dallas, TX
Practicing personal injury in Dallas since 1994.
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- Years practicing
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Kimberly Sue Ratcliff is a partner based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Wrongful Death. Kimberly has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dehay And Elliston L L P.
- Based in
- Dallas, TX
- Experience
- over 32 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury · Wrongful Death
- Handles Personal Injury and Wrongful Death matters from Dallas, TX.
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Kimberly Sue Ratcliff: Kimberly Sue Ratcliff is a partner based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Wrongful Death. Kimberly has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dehay And Elliston L L P.
Areas of practice
Kimberly's practice areas in Dallas
Kimberly concentrates on personal injury and wrongful death. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kimberly handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury
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Wrongful Death
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Personal Injury cases in Dallas, Texas
Kimberly takes personal injury 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 Kimberly agrees to represent you.
Wrongful Death cases in Dallas, Texas
Kimberly takes wrongful death 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 Kimberly agrees to represent you.
Biography
Kimberly Sue Ratcliff, personal injury attorney serving Dallas
Kimberly Sue Ratcliff is a partner based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Wrongful Death. Kimberly has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dehay And Elliston L L P. Kimberly works from Dallas, Texas and takes on personal injury matters across the region.
Kimberly Sue Ratcliff is a lawyer practicing toxic torts, litigation: personal injury, wrongful death. Kimberly received a B.A. degree from Lambuth College in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years. Kimberly practices at DeHay & Elliston, L.L.P. in Dallas, TX.
Kimberly's approach to personal injury cases
Kimberly Sue Ratcliff is a lawyer practicing toxic torts, litigation: personal injury, wrongful death. Kimberly received a B.A. degree from Lambuth College in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years. Kimberly practices at DeHay & Elliston, L.L.P. in Dallas, TX.
Who Kimberly represents
Kimberly reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury and wrongful death matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Kimberly studied and practices
Southern Methodist University School of Law
J.D. · 1994
Lambuth College
B.A. · 1990
Jurisdictions
Kimberly's state bar admissions
Texas
2003 · ACTIVE
Arkansas
1994 · ACTIVE
Arkansas -All Courts
1994 · ACTIVE
Kimberly studied at J.D. in Southern Methodist University School of Law and B.A. in Lambuth College.
Law school and academic background
Kimberly completed J.D. in Southern Methodist University School of Law and B.A. in Lambuth College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kimberly runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Kimberly's professional memberships and bar associations
Legal Associations State Bar of Texas Dallas Bar Association
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Locations
Kimberly Sue Ratcliff's office in Dallas
Kimberly's primary office is at Bank of America Plaza Building, 901 Main Street, Suite 3500, Dallas, TX, 75202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Dehay And Elliston L L P
Bank of America Plaza Building, 901 Main Street, Suite 3500
Dallas, TX 75202
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How to hire Kimberly Sue Ratcliff — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kimberly usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kimberly charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kimberly'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; Kimberly will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Dallas, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 Kimberly
Kimberly discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury 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. Kimberly confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kimberly's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kimberly Sue Ratcliff
How much does it cost to hire Kimberly for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kimberly walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kimberly offer a free consultation?
Kimberly charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kimberly's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Kimberly's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Texas typically take?
Simple personal injury 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. Kimberly gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kimberly take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
Kimberly 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 — Kimberly 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 Kimberly?
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. Kimberly will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kimberly accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Kimberly'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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