Kurt D. Nondorf
Practice Areas
Experience
- Investment, Leasing, & Management
- Office Real Estate
“Kurt Nondorf is regularly called upon to handle complex real estate matters by developer and investor clients. Clients noted: 'Kurt is an excellent attorney – he’s knowledgeable and very fair.' 'He’s a great lawyer.'”
— Chambers USA
“Kurt Nondorf is more than a valued counselor to Lionstone – he is a true partner. Kurt not only takes the time to know us and our business, but he utilizes that knowledge, together with his experience and creativity, to craft solutions that enable us to achieve our goals.”
— John Enerson, General Counsel of Lionstone Investments
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
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.), 2006-2025
- Lawyer of the Year – Houston, Real Estate Law, 2014, 2018
- Real Estate Law, 2006-2025
- Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business, Ranked for Real Estate – Texas, 2002-2024
- Texas Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters, 2003-2024
- Top 100: Houston Super Lawyers, Real Estate Law, Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters, 2022-2023
- Who’s Who Legal by Lexology, Recommended for Real Estate, 2023
- 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
- First United Methodist Church, Board Chair
- Covenant House, Board Development Chair, Capital Campaign Committee Co-Chair
- Houston Real Estate Lawyers Council
- American College of Real Estate Lawyers
May 6, 2025
Spotlight
In Memoriam: A Tribute to Michael Kuhn
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our friend and partner Michael Kuhn on April 15, 2025. Michael was a cherished member of our team and a beloved friend to many. His contributions to our firm and the legal community were immense, and his presence will be profoundly missed.
September 17, 2024
Attorney News
Jackson Walker Congratulates Its “Texas Super Lawyers” of 2024
Jackson Walker proudly announces the selection of 71 attorneys to Thomson Reuters’ 2024 “Texas Super Lawyers” list.
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 15, 2024
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‘The Best Lawyers in America’ Features 306 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2025 Edition, Including 9 “Lawyers of the Year” and 75 “Ones to Watch”
The Best Lawyers in America has recognized 306 Jackson Walker attorneys across 81 specialty practice areas in its 2025 edition, including 9 Lawyers of the Year and 75 Ones to Watch. In this year’s guide, Jackson Walker saw the largest number of attorneys in the areas of Commercial Litigation (75 attorneys) and Real Estate Law (55 attorneys) and the addition of 27 attorneys as Best Lawyers.
June 6, 2024
Spotlight
Chambers and Partners Releases 2024 USA Guide Featuring 67 Jackson Walker Attorneys and 23 Ranked Departments
Jackson Walker is pleased to announce that Chambers and Partners has selected 67 attorneys and 23 departments for inclusion in the 2024 edition of the Global and USA guides. Attorneys were ranked across 27 departments, with 3 attorneys listed among multiple areas, 8 ranked nationwide in their respective areas, and 15 recognized for the first time.
December 4, 2023
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JW Diversity & Inclusion Newsletter – December 2023
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September 19, 2023
Attorney News
Super Lawyers Names 7 Jackson Walker Attorneys to Texas Top Lists
Jackson Walker proudly announces Matt Dow, Scott Fiddler, Julia Mann, Alfie Meyerson, Kurt Nondorf, Sarah Patel Pacheco, and Bruce Ruzinsky’s selection to the Texas Top Lists for 2023 by Thomson Reuters’ Super Lawyers.
September 19, 2023
Attorney News
Jackson Walker Congratulates Its “Texas Super Lawyers” of 2023
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 17, 2023
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‘The Best Lawyers in America’ Honors 287 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2024 Edition, Including 12 “Lawyers of the Year” and 80 “Ones to Watch”
The Best Lawyers in America has recognized 287 Jackson Walker attorneys across 5 offices and 82 specialty practice areas in its 2024 edition, including 12 Lawyers of the Year and 80 Ones to Watch. In this year’s guide, Jackson Walker saw the largest number of attorneys in the areas of Commercial Litigation (66 attorneys) and Real Estate Law (60 attorneys) and the addition of 35 attorneys as Best Lawyers.
June 1, 2023
Spotlight
Chambers and Partners Recognizes Jackson Walker Attorneys and Practices in 2023 USA and Global Guides
Jackson Walker is pleased to announce that Chambers and Partners has selected 51 attorneys and 17 departments for inclusion in the 2023 edition of the Global and USA guides. Attorneys recognized in the guides were ranked in 19 practice areas, with 4 attorneys listed among multiple areas and 6 named among the top attorneys nationwide in their respective areas.
April 24, 2023
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JW Diversity & Inclusion Newsletter – April 2023
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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
Practice Experience
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.
Recognition & Accolades
- The Best Lawyers in America (Woodward/White Inc.), 2006-2025
- Lawyer of the Year – Houston, Real Estate Law, 2014, 2018
- Real Estate Law, 2006-2025
- Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business, Ranked for Real Estate – Texas, 2002-2024
- Texas Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters, 2003-2024
- Top 100: Houston Super Lawyers, Real Estate Law, Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters, 2022-2023
- Who’s Who Legal by Lexology, Recommended for Real Estate, 2023
- 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
Community Involvement
- First United Methodist Church, Board Chair
- Covenant House, Board Development Chair, Capital Campaign Committee Co-Chair
- Houston Real Estate Lawyers Council
- American College of Real Estate Lawyers
Areas of Focus
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