Atty. Kenton E. McDonald

Atty. Kenton E. McDonald

Kenton McDonald concentrates on solving federal tax planning problems that arise in business transactions, and on advising clients in matters involving their interaction with the Internal Revenue Service, including their tax return reporting positions, in audits and in appeals proceedings. EDUCATION Board Certified, Tax Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization, since 1983 B.A.

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Profile Summary

About Kenton E. McDonald at a glance

Kenton E. McDonald is a tax attorney based in Corpus Christi, Texas, practicing at McDonald & Adkins LLP. Admitted to practice in Texas, State Bar. Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1977) and Southern Methodist University (BA, 1974). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (2026). Serands clients in Corpus Christi, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Kenton McDonald concentrates on solving federal tax planning problems that arise in business transactions, and on advising clients in matters involving their interaction with the Internal Revenue Service, including their tax return reporting positions, in audits and in appeals proceedings
  • EDUCATION Board Certified, Tax Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization, since 1983 B.A
  • Southern Methodist University, 1974 — With Highest Honors J.D
  • Southern Methodist University, 1977 — Board of Editors, Southwestern Law Journal EXPERIENCE Assistant to the Commissioner, Internal Revenue Service, 1987-1989 PROFESSIONAL Member, American Law Institute Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® for Litigation & Controversy – Tax Fellow, American College of Tax Counsel Former Chairman, Natural Resources Committee of the Tax Section of both the American Bar Association and the State Bar of Texas Member, Former Chairman, Planning Committee, Annual Taxation Conference of the University of Texas Planning Committee of the Parker Fielder Bi-Annual Conference on Oil & Gas Taxation AV-Rated, Martindale-Hubbell COMMUNITY Past President, Una Chapman Cox Foundation Past Chairman, South Texas Public Broadcasting System, Inc. Director and Past Chairman, South Texas Institute for the Arts PERSONAL Kenton has three grown children
  • He and his wife, Claudia, live in Corpus Christi

Practice Areas Explained

Kenton E. McDonald's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kenton E. McDonald handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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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 Corpus Christi 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 Kenton E. McDonald

Where is Kenton E. McDonald's law office located?
Kenton E. McDonald's law practice is located in Corpus Christi, Texas. The firm is McDonald & Adkins LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kenton E. McDonald handle?
Kenton E. McDonald focuses on tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
Where did Kenton E. McDonald go to law school?
Kenton E. McDonald earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (BA, 1974).
How can I contact Kenton E. McDonald for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Kenton E. McDonald received?
Kenton E. McDonald's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Listed in The Best Lawyers in America for Litigation & Controversy – Tax.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University
- 1977
BA
Southern Methodist University
- 1974

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in The Best Lawyers in America for Litigation & Controversy – Tax
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers 2003-2005, 2009-2015
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Texas, State Bar

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