Kara O’Shaughnessy
ASSOCIATE
SERVICES: LITIGATION
Kara O’Shaughnessy’s practice focuses on oil, gas, and mineral law; civil litigation; complex litigation; family law and civil appeals. Kara is a dedicated and compassionate advocate and trial attorney. She also serves as a pro bono attorney for Volunteer Legal Services (VLS) providing free legal advice and services to those who often need it most. Kara lives in Dripping Springs with her three children, dog, and bearded dragon. She enjoys spending time with her family, reading, and trying to convince her children that she sees and knows all.
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Complex Litigation
Energy & Public Utilities
Technology Law
Civil Appeals
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B.S., The University of Texas at Austin, 2001
J.D., St. Mary’s University School of Law, 2018
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BARS:
Texas
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2023-2026 Rising Stars (Super Lawyers) in Civil Litigation
2024 Litigator of the Year (American Institute of Trial Lawyers) in Civil Litigation
2023 Top Ten Attorneys in Austin (MyLife Austin)
Volunteer Legal Services of Central Texas
2023 Susan P. Burton Award for exemplary dedication and commitment to the principle of access to justice for all.
2023-2024 VLS Ambassador
2021 Judge Suzanne Covington Pro Bono Service Award