Balekian Hayes, PLLC - Dallas, TX
Balekian Hayes, PLLC is a premier Dallas family law practice led by double board-certified attorneys, providing strategic, compassionate counsel in high-conflict divorce, complex asset division, child custody disputes, and child welfare litigation.
Board-Certified Family Law and Divorce Advocacy in Dallas
Established in 2009 by renowned family lawyer Krista Kris Balekian Hayes, Balekian Hayes, PLLC has become one of the most respected family law firms in North Texas. Centrally located along North Central Expressway in Dallas, the boutique represents professionals, entrepreneurs, corporate executives, and parents through emotionally complex domestic crises. Founding partner Kris Balekian Hayes holds rare double board certification in family law and child welfare law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, while partner John Withers Jr. is double board-certified in family law and criminal defense. This unique cross-disciplinary skill set equips the firm to manage intricate divorces involving high-conflict marital friction, business valuations, and protective orders. When family stability and financial security are on the line, retaining a dedicated family law attorney provides the decisive advocacy clients need to protect their children and secure their futures.
Comprehensive Practice Areas in Texas Domestic Relations
Balekian Hayes, PLLC delivers comprehensive representation across the complete spectrum of domestic relations and divorce litigation:
- High-net-worth divorce: Unraveling complex marital estates involving privately held companies, executive stock options, real estate portfolios, offshore trusts, and forensic asset tracing.
- Child custody and visitation: Advocating for child custody arrangements, shared parenting plans, and protective orders that prioritize the child's physical, psychological, and emotional welfare.
- Child support and spousal maintenance: Enforcing state statutory support guidelines, addressing intentional underemployment, and securing court-ordered post-divorce alimony where appropriate.
- Child welfare and CPS defense: Representing parents and caregivers in Child Protective Services investigations, parental rights terminations, and contested foster care placements.
- Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements: Drafting clear, legally enforceable premarital and post-marital contracts to define property rights and insulate separate business holdings.
- Parenting plan modifications and enforcement: Updating custody schedules, geographic relocation restrictions, and child support awards following substantial material changes in circumstances.
- Family law mediation and collaborative law: Guiding spouses through structured alternative dispute resolution to resolve marital disputes privately outside the public courtroom.
Strategic Courtroom Preparation and Protective Counsel
While the attorneys at Balekian Hayes prioritize amicable settlement whenever feasible, they prepare every case for trial from day one. High-conflict family law disputes-especially those involving narcissistic personalities, parental alienation, or hidden assets-require aggressive courtroom readiness. The firm collaborates with forensic accountants, psychological evaluators, and business valuation appraisers to build persuasive evidentiary records for family court judges across Dallas County, Collin County, and Denton County. This meticulous approach gives clients commanding leverage during settlement negotiations and trial proceedings.
Compassionate Guidance and Dedicated Client Service
Navigating divorce or a custody fight is among the most emotionally trying experiences a person can face. Balekian Hayes intentionally limits its active caseload to ensure that each client receives prompt communication, personalized strategy, and empathetic counsel. Whether you need to hire an attorney for an emergency custody hearing or seek confidential advice regarding property division, Balekian Hayes, PLLC delivers the trial-tested guidance and legal strength needed to help you start your next chapter with confidence.
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience!
Location & Access
Primary Address
Conveniently situated at the intersection of N Central Expressway and Fitzhugh Avenue on the edge of the vibrant Uptown and Knox-Henderson neighborhoods.
Building Location
The office is located inside Uptown Tower, a 12-story Class-A office building featuring a striking contemporary atrium design. It is easily accessible from the service road of the North Central Expressway and sits near local favorites like Elephant Indian Bar & Grill.
Parking Details
Visitors can park for free in the public surface parking lot located directly next to the building or utilize the unreserved spaces inside the adjacent secured multi-level parking garage.
Public Transit
Served by Dallas Area Rapid Transit Route 209 (SMU/Mockingbird Station); nearest stop is at McKinney @ Fitzhugh.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter through the main entrance of Uptown Tower, use the elevators to go up to the 11th Floor, and proceed directly to Suite 1100.