Chris Kilgore
About Chris Kilgore
Chris Kilgore is a lawyer based in Dallas, TX and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2021. Chris Kilgore is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Dallas, Texas
- Aviation Law
- Commercial Litigation
- Insurance Law
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Harper & Bates LLP
Education: University of Houston Law Center, J.D., graduated 1986
Location: Dallas, TX
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