Kris Balekian Hayes

About Kris

Kris is board certified in the area of Family Law and Child Welfare by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Kris 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. Kris has four children and lives in Dallas with her husband. Kris is a credentialed mediator in all family and CPS matters.

Practice Areas

Family Law Insights

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Is a Spousal Support Attorney Worth It in California?

Spousal support in California turns on Family Code Section 4320, a discretionary statute with no fixed formula — which means the order often reflects how well your case is presented, not just the underlying facts. This guide breaks down when hiring an attorney is worth it, what one costs, and how to decide.

Education

• St. Mary’s School of Law, JD/MBA, graduated 2000
• Southern Methodist University, BBA, graduated 1997

Bar Admissions

• Texas, 2001
• Georgia, 2014
• Oklahoma, 2015
• Missouri, 2016

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