Kary L. Key
About Kary
Biography
Kary is a graduate of Texas Tech University and Texas Tech University School of Law where she received her J.D. in 1998. Kary's practice for the last 20 years has predominately been as a solo-practitioner practicing in the areas of Family Law and Mediation. Kary is a certified mediator, mediating cases involving family law and civil issues. One of Kary's most important roles, she believes, is that of ad litem and amicus attorney for children going through CPS or custody issues. Through her, they have a voice in the Courtroom and someone to zealosly advocate for their best interest.
Kary believes that communication with clients is paramount to good representation and has a firm that is focused on client contact. She believes that it is important that her clients understand the process and the risks involved with litigation in order to make good choices, with her guidance, on how to proceed.
In her personal life, Kary is an avid competitor in the equine discipline of reining. Kary competes as a non-professional at a national level, often on horses that she and her family have bred and raised.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
26 years
26 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 27 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1998
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Location
Kary L. Key
1005 Fort Worth Hwy., Weatherford, TX, 76086
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Kary L. Key's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | March 7, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Responsive and up front!
Kary and her staff were always responsive to my questions and messages. She was open in what was possible and how. She always explained what further steps would be needed in my child visitation and support cases. Ultimately, I came out way ahead of where I started!!
Posted by Todd | September 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Amazing
So professional, knowledgeable, and efficient. You can tell she does care about you and your families best interest. She was very honest and I feel blessed that I found her.
Posted by anonymous | December 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Compassionate and experienced
Just during the initial consultation she was straight forward and completely honest about all of the possible outcomes in the court room of the Judge whom is presiding over our case. She states things in a way that a lay person can understand and walk away feeling comfortable they have a greater und...
Kary L. Key's Lawyer Endorsements
"Kary Key is a caring, experienced, and highly skilled family law attorney with great courtroom skills. She goes the extra mile for her clients and always handles her cases in a professional manner. I unreservedly endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. Key is an excellent advocate for her clients. She is extremely diligent and detail oriented in the matters that she handles. Ms. Key is open and honest and friendly though she can be hard nosed to get the job done if need be. Ms. Key is at the top of the list when I get random calls that ask for assistance with legal matters in our community. She is also a huge animal lover as well as being a competitor in horse shows through out the South. Ms Key is extremely well respected in the Courts of Parker County as well as being held in high regard by the local bar."
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Experience
Honors
2022
Notable, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Notable, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Notable, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Notable, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Notable, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Sole practitioner, The Law Offices of Kary L. Key
1998 - Present
Court Appointed Attorney, Parker County
2005 - 2007
Partner, Eggleston, Flowers, Jenkins, and Key, LLP.
2003 - 2005
Sole Practitioner, The Law Offices of Kary L. Key
2002 - 2003
Associate, Morris & Morris, Attorneys at Law
2000 - 2002
Owner, The Law Offices of Kary L. Key
1999 - 2000
Partner, Griffin & Key, Attorneys at Law
1998 - 1999
Associate, The Law Offices of Bonner Smith
1997 - 1998
District Attorney Intern, The Lubbock County District Attorneys Office
Associations
2015 - Present
National Reining Horse Associationcommittee member
2003 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Family Law SectionMember
2005 - 2006
Parker County Bar AssociationPresident
2004 - 2005
Parker County Bar AssociationVice President
1999 - 2003
State Bar of TexasState Bar Committee Member
1998 - 2005
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
Education
1998
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
1995
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2021
Dysfunction and Disorders in complex custody cases part 2
2021
Dysfunction and Disorders in complex custody cases part 1
2021
Criminal law legislative update
2021
Search and Seizure: Search warrants, social media technology
2021
Trial Skills, how to prepare and win your custody case
Publications
2003
Languages
English