John ‘Jack’ W. Delaney
BIOGRAPHY
Jack Delaney is an associate in Kelly Hart’s Litigation section. With a strong background in representing both corporate and individual clients, Jack has successfully handled a wide range of legal matters in state and federal courts. His expertise extends to business disputes, personal injury claims, breach-of-contract cases, construction litigation, and real property disputes.
Before joining Kelly Hart, Jack served as a litigation associate at Kane Russell Coleman Logan PC in Dallas. During his time there, he skillfully represented clients involved in commercial litigation and personal injury disputes.
Jack holds a Bachelor of Science degree from The University of Illinois. He went on to earn his J.D., graduating cum laude, from SMU Dedman School of Law.
EXPERIENCE AND HIGHLIGHTS
- Represented clients in complex commercial litigation and personal injury matters across various industries, including construction, transportation, hospitality, securities, manufacturing, and restaurants
- Managed written discovery and document production for both federal and state cases
- Drafted various pleadings and responses in federal and state courts, including petitions, special exemptions, and motions for summary judgment
- Conducted witness interviews, site investigations, and thorough fact-finding research
- Managed the e-discovery process and systems for numerous business disputes
AFFILIATIONS
- Tarrant County Bar Association
- Tarrant County Young Lawyers Association
- Dallas Bar Association
HONORS
- Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America, Best Lawyers®, 2026, 2027
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation – Construction
- Litigation – Real Estate
- Top Attorney, 360 West magazine, 2024-2026
EDUCATION
- SMU Dedman School of Law, J.D., cum laude, 2021
- Wagner Labor and Employment Moot Court Team
- Student Bar Association
- Business Law Leadership Program
- On-Campus Mock Trial Competition
- University of Illinois, B.S., 2013
ADMISSIONS
State Bar of Texas, 2021