Sean Warberg Kelly, Appellate Attorney in Dallas, Texas
Over 18 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Business, and Contracts
AssociateatVinson & Elkins LLP
Dallas, TX
Practicing appellate in Dallas since 2008.
- 18+
- Years practicing
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- Bar admission
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Sean Warberg Kelly is an associate based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Contracts. Sean has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Vinson & Elkins LLP.
- Based in
- Dallas, TX
- Experience
- over 18 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Business · Contracts
- Handles Appellate, Business, and Contracts matters from Dallas, TX.
- Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Sean Warberg Kelly: Sean Warberg Kelly is an associate based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Contracts. Sean has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Vinson & Elkins LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Sean Warberg Kelly
Sean concentrates on appellate, business, contracts, international, and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sean handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Business
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Contracts
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International
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IP
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Litigation
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Appellate cases in Dallas, Texas
Sean takes appellate 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 Sean agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Dallas, Texas
Sean 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 Sean agrees to represent you.
Contracts cases in Dallas, Texas
Sean takes contracts 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 Sean agrees to represent you.
International cases in Dallas, Texas
Sean takes international 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 Sean agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Dallas, Texas
Sean takes ip 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 Sean agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Sean Warberg Kelly — Over 18 years of Texas appellate experience
Sean Warberg Kelly is an associate based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Contracts. Sean has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Vinson & Elkins LLP.
Mr. Sean Warberg Kelly is a lawyer practicing litigation: commercial, commercial, international and 5 other areas of law. Sean received a B.S. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder in 1999, and has been licensed for 18 years. Sean practices at Vinson & Elkins LLP in Dallas, TX.
Sean's approach to appellate cases
Mr. Sean Warberg Kelly is a lawyer practicing litigation: commercial, commercial, international and 5 other areas of law. Sean received a B.S. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder in 1999, and has been licensed for 18 years. Sean practices at Vinson & Elkins LLP in Dallas, TX.
Clients Sean works with
Sean reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, business, and contracts matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Sean Warberg Kelly's legal education and bar admissions
Duke University School of Law
J.D. · 2008
University of Colorado at Boulder
B.S. Journalism · 1999
Jurisdictions
Sean's state bar admissions
Texas Texas Southern
2008 · ACTIVE
Sean studied at J.D. in Duke University School of Law and B.S. Journalism in University of Colorado at Boulder.
Law school and academic background
Sean completed J.D. in Duke University School of Law and B.S. Journalism in University of Colorado at Boulder. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sean runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Sean Warberg Kelly's office in Dallas
Sean's primary office is at Trammell Crow Center, 2001 Ross Avenue, Suite 3900, Dallas, TX, 75201-2975. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Vinson & Elkins LLP
Trammell Crow Center, 2001 Ross Avenue, Suite 3900
Dallas, TX 75201-2975
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How to hire Sean Warberg Kelly — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sean usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sean charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sean'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; Sean will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Dallas, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Sean
Sean discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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. Sean confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sean's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Sean Warberg Kelly
How much does it cost to hire Sean for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sean walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sean offer a free consultation?
Sean charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sean's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Sean's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Texas typically take?
Simple appellate 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. Sean gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sean take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
Sean 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 — Sean 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 Sean?
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. Sean will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sean accepting new appellate clients right now?
Sean'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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