Atty. Chad A. Key

Atty. Chad A. Key

Chad A. Key’s legal experience includes all aspects of real estate, with an emphasis on acquisitions and dispositions of real property, development of real property, financing, and commercial leasing transactions.

Fort Worth Fort Worth 25 J. Erfahrung 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Chad A. Key at a glance

Chad A. Key is a real estate attorney based in Fort Worth, Texas, practicing at Kelly Hart & Hallman LLP. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Admitted to practice in Texas (2001). Educated at Southern Methodist University (JD, 2001) and Texas Tech University (B.S., 1998). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Oil and Gas Law (2026). Serands clients in Fort Worth, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Chad A. Key’s legal experience includes all aspects of real estate, with an emphasis on acquisitions and dispositions of real property, development of real property, financing, and commercial leasing transactions
  • He represents a variety of publicly traded and privately held corporate clients, real estate funds, and individuals in all types of complex real estate matters, including industrial, office, hotel, retail, ranch land, and multi-family projects
  • Mr. Key also has experience in the areas of oil and gas, public finance and economic development agreements
  • Mr. Key currently serves on the Executive Committee and Co-Chair's Kelly Hart's Real Estate Practice Group

Practice Areas Explained

Chad A. Key's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Chad A. Key handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fort Worth are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Chad A. Key

Where is Chad A. Key's law office located?
Chad A. Key's law practice is located in Fort Worth, Texas. The firm is Kelly Hart & Hallman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Chad A. Key handle?
Chad A. Key focuses on real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Chad A. Key practiced law?
Chad A. Key has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Chad A. Key go to law school?
Chad A. Key earned their education at (JD, 2001); (B.S., 1998).
How can I contact Chad A. Key for a consultation?
You can contact Chad A. Key directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Chad A. Key received?
Chad A. Key's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Oil and Gas Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters, 2014-2025.

Practice Areas

Education

JD
Southern Methodist University
- 2001
B.S.
Texas Tech University
- 1998

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Oil and Gas Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters, 2014-2025
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top Attorney, Fort Worth Magazine, 2007-2024
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top Attorney, 360 West magazine, 2017-2025
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers Rising Star, Thomson Reuters, 2005-2014
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — 40 Under 40 honoree, Fort Worth Business Press, 2010
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 2001

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