Kirby D. Hopkins
Managing Partner
Kirby Hopkins has been practicing business law long enough to know that what clients need most isn’t just legal firepower—it’s strategy, clarity, and someone they can call before a disagreement turns into litigation.
A third-generation Houstonian, Kirby’s roots in the city run deep, as does his understanding of what it takes to help Texas businesses grow, adapt, and protect what they’ve built. He represents business owners, shareholders, executives, and investors in complex disputes, with a particular emphasis on what he calls "business divorce." Kirby recognizes that business separations can be every bit as complex and emotionally charged as personal separations—often even more so. His ability to manage these sensitive issues and resolve them quickly, efficiently, and effectively is why clients seek him out when the stakes are high.
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VcardKirby’s approach is pragmatic: resolve disputes as early as possible to save clients time, stress, and costs. Negotiation and mediation are foundational to his practice, and he consistently seeks cost-saving resolutions as early as possible. But when litigation becomes necessary, he is meticulously prepared, strategic, and ready to engage fully to protect his clients' interests. The goal is always clear: resolve conflicts swiftly and decisively, enabling his clients to move forward with their businesses and lives.
Kirby earned his undergraduate degree with honors in English from Vanderbilt University and his J.D. from the University of Texas School of Law. He began his career as a briefing attorney at the Texas Court of Appeals and gained extensive experience at boutique and large law firms before co-founding Hopkins Centrich.
Beyond his legal practice, Kirby is deeply committed to service and community involvement. He has held multiple leadership roles, including President of The Woodlands Bar Association (2015–2017), Vice President of the Louisiana School for Math, Science and Arts Alumni Association (2017–present), and Trustee of the LSMSA Foundation. He has been honored repeatedly by his peers, named as one of Houston’s Top Lawyers in Business Litigation by H Texas magazine and a Texas Super Lawyers Rising Star.
A lifelong Astros fan, Kirby’s Houston baseball legacy goes back generations—his grandfather served as president of the city’s minor league team long before the Colt .45s ever took the field. He remains an active supporter of the Alzheimer’s Association and spends his downtime keeping pace with Houston’s vibrant sports scene.
- President (2015–2017), Vice-President (2014–2015), Chair of Social Activities (2011–2013), The Woodlands Bar Association
- Named one of Houston’s Top Lawyers in Business Litigation (2013) and Appellate Law by H Texas magazine (2008–2009)
- Texas Super Lawyers Rising Star, Texas Monthly (2007)
- American Bar Association Young Lawyers Division—Scholar (2007–2008); District Representative (2008–2010)
- Board of Directors Liaison—Texas Young Lawyers Association (2008–2010)
- Director, Houston Young Lawyers Association (2006–2008); Leadership Academy (2005)
- Fellow, Houston Young Lawyers Foundation
- Vice President, Louisiana School for Math, Science and Arts Alumni Association (2017–present)
- Trustee, Louisiana School for Math, Science and Arts Foundation (2007–2009, 2010–2012)
- Legislative Fellow, Children at Risk, Policy and Law Center (2008–2009)
- Life Member, Texas Exes
- Member, Texas Association of Bank Counsel
- Member, Scribes (The American Society of Legal Writers)
- State Bar of Texas (2002)
- U.S. District Courts for the Southern, Eastern, Northern, and Western Districts of Texas
- J.D., University of Texas School of Law
- B.A. with honors in English, Vanderbilt University