Biography
Kurt Nondorf brings a wealth of real estate experience to the problem solving needs of his clients. Kurt’s emphasis is reliable and creative client service in the areas of capital transactions (transfers of improved properties) and major office lease transactions.
As a widely known and respected professional, Kurt’s national practice covers all areas of real estate, ranging from raw land to industrial, healthcare, multi-family, retail, and hospitality.
Education
B.A., Yale University
J.D., cum laude, Indiana Maurer School of Law
Bar Admissions
Texas, 1983
Kurt’s practice is primarily related to office and mixed use. On the leasing side, he has represented both tenants and landlords in several leases of greater than 400,000 sq.ft.
Kurt’s practice is focused in:
- Office market
- Development
- Purchase and sales
- Ground leasing
- Tenant leasing
Hired by several major law firms to represent the firm on headquarter leases, he is recognized as a lawyer to lawyers. Representative transactions include:
- Represented tenant in public/private project involving complex ground lease/condominium structure.
- Multiple nine-figure office building acquisitions and sales.
- Represented an AmLaw 50 law firm in national headquarters lease.
- Represented equity partner in several mixed use developments.
- Represented major university in connection with development of innovation district.
- The Best Lawyers in America (Woodward/White Inc.), 2006-2023
- Lawyer of the Year – Houston, Real Estate Law, 2014, 2018
- Real Estate Law, 2006-2023
- Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business, Ranked for Real Estate – Texas, 2002-2022
- Texas Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters, 2003-2022
- Top 100: Houston Super Lawyers, Real Estate Law, Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters, 2022
- One of 50 U.S. attorneys to receive 2020 Lawyers in Real Estate Award, Connect Media, 2020
- H Texas Top Lawyers of Houston, 2020
- Who’s Who Legal: Texas, Real Estate, 2007-2008, 2016, 2019
- The International Who’s Who of Real Estate Lawyers , 2009-2016
- “Top Lawyer,” H Texas Magazine, 2009, 2010
- Covenant House, Board of Directors
- Houston Real Estate Lawyers Council
- American College of Real Estate Lawyers
November 21, 2022
Attorney NewsKurt Nondorf Participates in Covenant House Executive “Sleep Out” to Support Homeless Youth
For more than a decade, Jackson Walker partner Kurt D. Nondorf has taken part in the annual Covenant House Executive Edition “Sleep Out.” Houston-area business leaders spend the night meeting with homeless youth, hearing the personal stories of Covenant House residents, and sleeping on the ground to support Covenant House Texas, which provides sanctuary and support for homeless and abandoned youth.
September 21, 2022
Attorney NewsJackson Walker Congratulates Its 64 “Texas Super Lawyers” of 2022
Each year, less than 5% of attorneys in Texas are named to the list. Selection is based off of peer nominations that are then reviewed by a research team. Each nominee is evaluated on his or her professional accomplishments, peer recognition, and community involvement.
September 21, 2022
Attorney NewsAlfie Meyerson, Kurt Nondorf, and Bruce Ruzinsky Named to “Top 100: Houston Super Lawyers” List
Jackson Walker proudly announces Alfred M. Meyerson, Kurt D. Nondorf, and Bruce J. Ruzinsky’s selection to the “Top 100: Houston Super Lawyers” list for 2022.
August 18, 2022
Attorney News‘The Best Lawyers in America’ Honors 214 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2023 Edition, Including 11 “Lawyers of the Year” and 41 “Ones to Watch”
The Best Lawyers in America has recognized 214 Jackson Walker attorneys across 6 offices and 79 specialty practice areas in its 2023 edition, including 11 Lawyers of the Year and 41 Ones to Watch. Best Lawyers listings are based on an exhaustive peer review survey of thousands of attorneys who vote on the legal abilities of others in their practice areas.
June 1, 2022
SpotlightChambers and Partners Recognizes Jackson Walker Attorneys and Practices in 2022 USA and Global Guides
Jackson Walker is pleased to announce that Chambers and Partners has selected 48 attorneys and 16 departments for inclusion in the 2022 edition of the Global and USA guides.
April 21, 2022
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September 22, 2021
Attorney NewsJackson Walker Congratulates Its 57 “Texas Super Lawyers” of 2021
Each year, less than 5% of attorneys in Texas are named to the list. Selection is based off of peer nominations that are then reviewed by a research team. Each nominee is evaluated on his or her professional accomplishments, peer recognition, and community involvement.
August 19, 2021
Attorney News‘The Best Lawyers in America’ Honors 178 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2022 Edition, Including 8 “Lawyers of the Year” and 31 “Ones to Watch”
The Best Lawyers in America has recognized 178 Jackson Walker attorneys across 6 offices and 67 specialty practice areas in its 2022 edition, including 8 Lawyers of the Year and 31 Ones to Watch. Best Lawyers listings are based on an exhaustive peer review survey of thousands of attorneys who vote on the legal abilities of others in their practice areas.
May 20, 2021
SpotlightChambers and Partners Recognizes Jackson Walker Attorneys and Practices in 2021 USA and Global Guides
Jackson Walker is pleased to announce that Chambers and Partners has selected 41 attorneys and 14 departments for inclusion in the 2021 edition of the Global and USA guides.
December 18, 2020
Attorney NewsKurt Nondorf Named One of 50 U.S. Attorneys to Receive 2020 Lawyers in Real Estate Award
Congratulations to Houston partner Kurt Nondorf on being named one of 50 attorneys in the nation to receive a Lawyers in Real Estate Award from Connect Media in recognition of his practice and his impact on the greater community.