Best Lawyers in Texas, United States for Real Estate Law
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Edward Michel joined our team of attorneys shortly after graduating from law school, although he previously spent some significant time with the firm under the summer associate program. His current practice primarily focuses on acquisitions, dispositions, and development across all asset types in the commercial real estate industry including multifamily, build to rent (BTR) communities, industrial, office, retail and general corporate entity matters. During his time at South Texas College of ...
Karl Jackson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation and Controversy - Tax, Real Estate Law and Tax Law. Karl, who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Karl is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Hicham Chiali is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Government Relations Practice, Public Finance Law and Real Estate Law. Hicham, who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Hicham is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Kylie Rahl is an associate in the firm’s Real Estate & Finance practice groups. Kylie graduated first in her class from Texas Tech University School of Law. Ms. Rahl’s real estate practice includes assisting in the representation of owners and developers in the acquisition, disposition and development of various commercial assets including mixed-use, multifamily, office, retail and industrial properties. Her practice involves the preparation and negotiation of purchase and sal...
Krishan is a transactional attorney with expertise in a broad array of commercial transactions, including entity structuring, business mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, commercial leasing, and real estate matters. He represents a diverse client base, from owner-operators and multi-unit property owners to investment groups, across a variety of business transactions. Often practicing in the hospitality sector, Krishan frequently drafts and reviews contracts related to the purchase, sale, ...
Reese Turner is an attorney at Bollier Ciccone Stinson whose practice focuses on construction, real estate, and business law. Reese is a zealous but practical advocate for his clients. He approaches each case as unique and develops a tailored strategy to best serve his clients based on the facts, circumstances, and their goals. Reese earned his law degree from Baylor Law School in 2020, earning a distinction in Real Estate and Natural Resources. Prior to law school, Reese obtained his B.S. in...
Zachary Smith is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Real Estate and Real Estate Law. Zachary, who practices law in Houston, Texas, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Zachary is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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