Articles of Interest
Growing Our Team, Expanding Our Services
We are pleased to announce that attorneys Paul Johnson and Larry Fowler have joined our team, along with their long-time paralegals, Timi Hazle and Sharon Brown. Having worked together in the legal field for over 30 years, this dynamic group brings a depth of...
10 Ways to Avoid a Lawsuit (or Win it Before it Happens) – A Business Trial Lawyer’s Perspective
Kelly’s presentation, “10 Ways to Avoid a Lawsuit (or Win it Before it Happens) – A Business Trial Lawyer’s Perspective” offers information and insights into preventing legal issues before they can even arise. He draws on his experience in business formation and...
New Mural in Downtown Arlington Painted by U.S. Army Veteran Recognizes National Medal of Honor Museum
Art lovers and community members witnessed a blend of creativity and patriotism as U.S. Army veteran and muralist Juan Velazquez added the finishing touches to a brand-new mural dedicated to the National Medal of Honor Museum in downtown Arlington. This live art...
Generosity Purpose Presentation – Decatur
In 2023, Curnutt & Hafer committed our organizational resources to what we call the Generosity Purpose, which is dedicated to donating a percentage of our firm's income to charitable organizations that have an impact on the youth in our communities. At our Q2...
“Merciful Wisdom” Mural Unveiling
Doug Hafer and Kelly Curnutt (pictured with artist Chris Gonzalez) welcomed Arlington community leaders and friends to the official introduction on March 23rd of the mural "Merciful Wisdom." You can find it on the East and North sides of the Abram Street headquarters...
Vicki Hafer and Cindy Salter featured in “Women in Business” issue of Arlington Today
Two of our teammates here at Curnutt & Hafer, LLP, have been featured in the March 2022 “Women in Business” issue of Arlington Today magazine. Check out the story on page 33 of the digital edition.
The COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate: Where do you stand?
We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness. Declaration of Independence,
Curnutt & Hafer featured in “Arlington Today”
Read the May 2021 cover story to learn more about the history and trajectory of the firm, and why it is noted for its "unparalleled servant leadership." We also introduced attorney David Petter as the newest member of the team, specializing in wills and estate...
Liabilities for Business Owners while Reopening Texas
As Texas begins to reopen, many business owners are worried about the potential liability of an employee or a customer catching COVID-19. Kelly Curnutt sat down with Ross Paterson of XM Performance to discuss this very issue. In short, a business owner can be sued if...
Curnutt & Hafer is Here to Help
If you or someone you know is injured in a car wreck, don't panic. Call Curnutt & Hafer to see how we can help you today. https://youtu.be/VoWqrIdP_w4 About Curnutt & Hafer, L.L.P. The team at Curnutt & Hafer provides high-quality representation focused on...
U.S. Business News 2019 Legal Elite Award Winner!
Thank you to the US Business News Legal Elite Awards for recognizing Curnutt & Hafer in the category “Best Civil Trial Law Firm in Texas”! Congratulations to our partners, Kelly Curnutt and Doug Hafer, but most important, thank you to our clients for their trust!...
Texas Supreme Court Upholds Attorney-Client Privilege Regarding A Client’s Expert Testimony
The Supreme Court of Texas held in In re City of Dickinson that the attorney-client privilege is not waived for clients who offer expert testimony in their own case. The Court’s holding emphasized the importance of the attorney-client privilege and its role in the...










