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Kate Smith earned her J.D. from Texas Wesleyan University School of Law and later earned her LL.M. from Pepperdine University School of Law. She is skilled in representing a variety of complex legal issues, including planning and zoning, family law, contract disputes, corporate formation, and more. Kate has also received several honors and has been consistently recognized by Super Lawyer Fort Worth Texas Magazine since 2007. In 2014 and 2015, Kate was also nominated as a Texas Super Lawyer &l...
Phillip W. McCrury is the chair of the firm’s Estate, Trust, Probate, and Asset Protection section. He assists individuals, families, and family offices with all varieties of estate planning, generational wealth transfer strategies, trusts, life insurance strategies, and asset protection planning. In addition, he is involved in probate matters throughout Texas, including contested probate matters. Mr. McCrury is an active member of a number of bar sections involving estate and probate m...
Alex Thornton is a senior associate at Varghese Summersett, where her primary focus is on state criminal defense matters in Tarrant County and the surrounding areas. She represents individuals charged in state court with misdemeanors and felonies, including intoxication offenses, drug charges, and crimes against people. Alex has been named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers magazine every year since 2021. She has also been named a Top Attorney by Fort Worth Magazine and 360 West magazine.
Jacob deKeratry is an associate who practices in the firm’s Appellate and Litigation departments. He graduated magna cum laude from Baylor University School of Law, where he also served as the Articles Editor for the Baylor Law Review. He earned his B.A. in Government and Philosophy with cum laude distinction from Georgetown University in Washington, DC. Before joining the firm, Mr. deKeratry was a law clerk for the Honorable Priscilla R. Owen at the United States Court of Appeals for t...
Hailey Klingbeil is an Associate at Varghese Summersett in the Family Law Group, where she is passionate about helping individuals and families navigate times of change and crisis. She has a deep understanding of the emotional and legal challenges that come with divorce, child custody disputes, property division, and other family matters. Hailey is committed to providing personalized attention to each client so she can understand their unique situation and tailor a strategy to achieve the bes...
Audrey Hatcher is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: General Practice, Criminal Defense: White-Collar and DUI / DWI Defense. Audrey, who practices law in Fort Worth, Texas, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Audrey is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Audrey is an associate at Varghese Summersett , where she...
Jack Delaney is an associate in Kelly Hart’s Litigation section. With a strong background in representing both corporate and individual clients, Mr. Delaney has successfully handled a wide range of legal matters in state and federal courts. His expertise extends to business disputes, personal injury claims, breach of contract cases, construction litigation, and real property disputes. Before joining Kelly Hart, Mr. Delaney served as a litigation associate at Kane Russell Coleman Logan P...
Ryan M. Roper’s practice focuses on representing corporate and individual clients in a wide variety of litigation in state and federal courts involving commercial disputes, general liability insurance coverage, health insurance claims, personal injury cases, and breach of contract actions. Mr. Roper earned his Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Georgia and received his J.D. from Baylor University School of Law.
Matt T. Koronczok is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Real Estate. Matt T., who practices law in Fort Worth, Texas, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Matt T. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
David E. Miles is an associate in the Litigation practice group. He graduated with high honors, magna cum laude , from Texas Tech School of Law, where he showcased his legal acumen as an Articles Editor for the Texas Tech Law Review . In 2017, Mr. Miles successfully completed his Doctor of Jurisprudence degree, receiving accolades such as the Top Grade Award in Civil Procedure, Entertainment Law, and Trial Advocacy. His outstanding performance also earned him the Distinction Award in Torts, E...
Nirav N. Patel focuses his practice on oil, gas and energy litigation and transactions. His litigation practice includes claims and disputes related to termination of oil and gas leases, post-production costs, royalty underpayment, joint operating agreements, and purchase and sale agreements. Mr. Patel also represents clients in title disputes involving mineral and royalty interests, including litigation involving fixed versus floating royalty interests, adverse possession, and deed reformati...
Joseph Austin is an associate in the Fort Worth office's Litigation section. Mr. Austin represents corporate and individual clients in state and federal courts involving complex commercial disputes and bankruptcy matters. His experience includes all stages of litigation, from pleadings through discovery, motion practice, and contested hearings. Prior to joining Kelly Hart, Mr. Austin was a litigation associate at Padfield & Stout LLP in Fort Worth, Texas, where he gained valuable experien...