Articles of Interest
Taking Time to Mentor a Child
You may know her as our Business Manager, Regina Pingel. To this young child, Regina is a mentor and a friend and someone who visits him at his school each week to read, play, and spend quality time together. Through the Kids Hope Mentoring Program, Regina takes...
Curnutt & Hafer recognized as super lawyers
Congratulations to Kelly Curnutt and Doug Hafer for once again being recognized as Super Lawyers! This prestigious recognition places attorneys in the top 5% in the entire state of Texas. Selection for Texas Super Lawyers involves a rigorous, multiphase process...
National Make-a-Will Month
Summer may be winding down, but it's the perfect time to check a few important things off your list. August is National Make-A-Will Month, a reminder that taking a little time now can bring peace of mind for years to come. Whether you have been meaning to create a...
Year 3 of Our Generosity Purpose Initiative
In 2023, the Curnutt & Hafer team launched our Generosity Purpose Initiative, a structured commitment to intentionally support nonprofit organizations through funds set aside for this very purpose. A percentage of our monthly revenue is earmarked for charitable...
360West Names Vicki Hafer & Kelly Curnutt as Top Attorneys
Congratulations to Vicki Hafer and Kelly Curnutt on being named 360West Top Attorneys! The annual 360West Top Attorneys recognition is a “peer-voted honor that highlights outstanding legal professionals throughout Tarrant County and the Fort Worth area.” Kelly was...
Our Team Tackles Will Contests & Inheritance Disputes
When a person passes away, the hope is that their final wishes, as expressed in their Last Will & Testament, are carried out. Sometimes, however, things are not that simple. Will contests and inheritance disputes can arise when the decedent's testamentary capacity...
Selling Your Business – Are You Prepared?
Every business has a life cycle. Business owners spend years brainstorming, planning, adapting, and working tirelessly to grow their companies into thriving enterprises. Eventually, most businesses reach a point at which ownership must transition. This may take the...
A Year of Celebration: Arlington 150 & America 250
This year, Arlington proudly celebrates its 150th anniversary while joining the nationwide celebration of America’s 250th birthday. It is a time of patriotism, pride, and reflection. Curnutt & Hafer’s downtown offices at 301 and 311 West Abram Street are situated...
Curnutt & Hafer Featured in Arlington Today Magazine
If you pick up a copy of this month’s Arlington Today Magazine, you may see some familiar faces on the cover! Curnutt & Hafer is honored to appear as the featured law firm in the May 2026 issue. The article, "From Advocate to Cornerstone," captures the essence of...
Top 3 2026 BusinessRate
We are pleased to announce that Curnutt & Hafer has been named a Top 3 winner in the 2026 Arlington 76010 Awards for the Law Firm category, based on verified Google Reviews. This recognition comes from the BusinessRate Top 3 Awards, which highlight local...
Doug Hafer Invited to Speak at 52nd Annual Ernest E. Smith Oil, Gas and Mineral Law Institute
Doug Hafer had the distinct honor of speaking at the 52nd Annual Ernest E. Smith Oil, Gas and Mineral Law Institute, considered the definitive course for attorneys and corporate lawyers seeking essential legal updates and insights into emerging trends in the oil and...
Condemnation – Know Your Rights
Would you know how to handle a condemnation action involving your home, business, or land? Condemnation is the process where certain governmental or utility entities take private property for public use, such as for major power or gas lines, utilities, road...