Biography

Kris Lu is an associate in the Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Practice Group at Haynes Boone's Dallas office. Her practice focuses on matters related to employee benefits, ERISA, and executive compensation.

With a background in Data Science, Kris brings a logical and analytical approach to legal problem-solving. Transitioning into law has challenged her to think critically, adapt quickly, and refine strategies to achieve meaningful results.

Driven by curiosity, precision, and commitment to efficiency, Kris takes pride in her analytical mindset and people-driven approach to deliver thoughtful and effective advocacy for her clients.


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  • State Bar of Texas Tax Section
  • The Paper Chase Legal Writing Competition 2024, Honorable Mention
  • Nuremberg Moot Court 2024 (Nuremberg, Germany)

Education

Visiting J.D., University of Houston Law Center, 2025

J.D., University of North Texas Dallas College of Law, 2025, Top 5%

M.S., Leisure and Tourism, University of Florida, 2011

B.S., Economics, Fudan University Shanghai China, 2006

Clerkships

Summer Law Clerk, Texas Attorney General, 2024

Legal Intern, US Department of Justice Tax Division, 2024

Judicial Intern, United States Court Of Appeals For The Fifth Circuit, 2023

Admissions

Texas

A Timeline of Kris Lu

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