Overview
Kristen Perry counsels clients in complex litigation and dispute resolution. Proficient in managing commercial and product liability litigation, she has extensive experience encompassing all aspects of trial law, from case preparation and discovery to courtroom advocacy, settlements and alternative dispute resolution. Kristen has also represented companies in high-stakes mass tort litigation, with an emphasis on pharmaceutical and product liability litigation. In addition, she has counseled clients in bad-faith litigation and insurance defense. Kristen’s experience also includes representing health care industry clients in litigation matters.
In bankruptcy and restructuring, Kristen represents debtors, hedge funds and bank lenders across a variety of industries including insurance and agribusiness. She advises on preparing Chapter 11 matters for filing and she negotiates transactions including distressed asset sales and purchases, debtor-in-possession financing, and exit financing.
A native Texan, Kristen grew up in a farming community; and this background has influenced her approach to law, including providing her with a deep understanding of the agricultural sector. She assists food and agribusiness clients in navigating complex commercial litigation and restructuring matters.
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Credentials
Bar Admissions
Texas
Court Admissions
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas
U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Texas
U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of Texas
U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of Texas
U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Western District of Texas
Education
Baylor University School of Law
J.D. Order of the Barristers (2014)
Hardin-Simmons University
B.S. cum laude (2005)
Insights & Events
Insights
Leadership & Community
Pro Bono
- Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program
Professional Associations
- Dallas Bar Association
- Turnaround Management Organization — Board of Directors
Civic Activities
- Baylor Law School — Harvey M. Richey Moot Court Society, Past President
Firm Leadership
- Faegre Drinker — Women Forward, Dallas Office Lead
- Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP — Dallas Office Mentorship Program Liaison, 2017-19
Honors
- Best Lawyers® — “Ones to Watch,” Product Liability Litigation – Defendants, 2023-25