Krista “Kris” Balekian Hayes, Attorney of Family Law is double board-certified* in the areas of family law and child welfare by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and has been identified as one of Best Attorneys in America©. Balekian Hayes earned her law degree at St. Mary’s University School of Law in San Antonio after completing her Bachelor of Business Administration at Southern Methodist University in Dallas. She continued her education by earning a Master of Business Administration at St. Mary’s University School of Business. Balekian Hayes worked in the area of family violence at the District Attorney’s office and spent years defending matters involving family violence allegations. Balekian Hayes also spent over fifteen years practicing in various areas of civil litigation before finally finding her home in family law. Having practiced in criminal, civil, and family matters, Balekian Hayes brings a vast amount of experience to her family law clients.
Lawdragon Honors
| Honor | Year | Practice |
|---|---|---|
| The 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Family Lawyers | 2026 | Family Law, Child Welfare |
Balekian Hayes is an accredited mediator in all civil, family, and CPS matters. She enjoys college football, wakeboarding, snowboarding and spending time with her children.
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