Kara Rafferty

Kara Rafferty, Principal of The Rafferty Firm, a fee attorney office for Chicago Title, is a leader in commercial real estate with experience in real estate law, title insurance, leasing and development. With a career defined by strategic dealmaking and hands on development experience, she brings a rare blend of legal, transactional, and advisory expertise, making her an invaluable partner in commercial real estate.

Kara’s professional designations include Senior Certified Leasing Specialist (SCLS), Certified Retail Property Executive (CRX), and Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM), in addition to being a licensed attorney and escrow officer. Her extensive leasing experience spans representing both tenants and landlords across diverse property types, including Class A lifestyle centers, regional malls, grocery-anchored centers, and net lease deals. Notably, she has contributed to high-profile projects such as Market Street The Woodlands in The Woodlands, TX, Rice Village, Houston, TX and Waterside Shops in Naples, FL. In her work, Kara seamlessly integrates her leasing expertise with a development-forward mindset, bridging strategic vision with practical execution.

Beyond her leasing accomplishments, Kara has been actively involved in ground-up development projects. She assisted the west coast expansion of a national childcare brand handling projects from site selection through construction. Her experiences have enabled her to approach each transaction with an investor-focused perspective and a clear understanding of both strategic goals and operational realities. Kara also serves as the President of the West Dallas Chamber of Commerce and serves on the Dallas Police Chief’s Advisory Council. 

At The Rafferty Firm, Kara and her team specialize in real estate law, title insurance, and escrow services, ensuring clients receive comprehensive guidance from contract to closing. As a fee attorney office for Chicago Title, her firm leverages one of the most respected names in the industry, providing unmatched security and expertise in title services.

Kara is known for her passion — she brings sharp negotiation skills, deep industry relationships, and an unmatched energy that clients and colleagues alike gravitate toward. Her ability to connect, problem solve, and drive results makes her a trusted advisor and a force in the real estate industry.