Lene' Alley DeRudder is a divorce attorney with a primary focus on high-conflict and complex matters, particularly where property is at issue. Although an advocate for efficient and reasonable resolution through negotiations and alternative dispute resolution, Lene' is a fierce litigator when necessary.
Lené excels at cases that involve complex property division and is adept at managing division of property. A numbers driven person, Lené excels at managing issues surrounding a business in a divorce, such as interest and ownership disputes, business valuations, and the division of assets like stock options and shares. Lené also has extensive experience in custody disputes, contempt and enforcement issues, grandparents’ rights, and is available as a mediator in select cases.
A second career attorney, Lené entered family law after pursuing a successful career in business and media. Lené has been named a Texas Super Lawyers Rising Star consecutive years since 2014.She has served on the Collin County Bar Association Board since 2014 and is the current President. Lené is also an active member of the bill review committee of the Texas Family Law Foundation, which works to educate state legislators on legislation affecting family law. As a resident of Collin County since 2002, Lené is active in her Collin County community, including as a parishioner and parent at Prince of Peace Catholic Community.
Practice areas
Languages spoken
English
Calabrese Budner
5944 Luther Lane
Suite 875
Dallas, TX, 75225
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 2010 | 12/05/2020 |
Legal answers | 3 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Rising Star | Texas Super Lawyers | 2017 |
Rising Star | Texas Super Lawyers | 2016 |
Rising Star | Texas Super Lawyers | 2015 |
Rising Star | Texas Super Lawyers | 2014 |
MacLean & Boulware Endowed Scholarship | Texas Wesleyan University School of Law | 2009 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | GoransonBain, PLLC | 2015 - Present |
Attorney | Alley DeRudder Law, PLLC | 2010 - 2015 |
Summer Law Clerk | BNSF Railway | 2009 - 2009 |
Law Clerk | The Law Offices of Coats & Todd | 2008 - 2009 |
Juvenile & Child Welfare Division Intern | District Attorney's Office of Dallas County | 2007 - 2007 |
New Business/Corporate Development Executive & Account Executive | CBS Station Group in Dallas (KTVT/KTXA) | 2000 - 2006 |
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Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Golden Corridor Republican Women | Vice Presidenct Community Impact | 2016 - Present |
Collin County Bar Association | Director | 2015 - Present |
Annette Stewart American Inn of Court | Associate | 2015 - Present |
Dallas Association of Young Lawyers Foundation | Life Fellow | 2011 - Present |
State Bar of Texas College | Member | 2011 - Present |
Legal Aid of Northwest Texas | Volunteer Attorney | 2010 - Present |
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Leadership Allen | Graduate | 2014 - 2015 |
Texas Family Law Foundation | Member of Bill Review Committee | 2014 - 2015 |
Dallas Association of Young Lawyers | Leadership Class Member | 2011 - 2012 |
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Team-in-Training | Mentor | 2011 - 2011 |
Dispute Mediation Services | Volunteer & Litigation Panel Member | 2010 - 2013 |
Dallas Association of Young Lawyers Freedom Run Committee | Member | 2008 - 2014 |
Legal Aid of Northwest Texas | Volunteer | 2006 - 2010 |
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Team-in-Training | Mentor | 2001 - 2003 |
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Team-in-Training | Marathon Fundraising Participant | 2000 - 2011 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Family Legal Source Monthly Newsletter | July Family Legal Source Newsletter | 2015 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Texas Wesleyan University School of Law | Juris Doctor | 2009 |
Appalachian State University | Bachelor of Arts | 1998 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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6th Annual Making Your Practice Work Seminar | Money Makes Your Practice Go Round: Strategic Operational Considerations | 2015 |
University of Texas School of Law Trial Skills Training Camp CLE | Attorney's Fees, Five Cases You Must Know - Getting Them, Fighting Them, The Ins and Outs | 2014 |
Texas Wesleyan University School of Law | How to Get a Job After Law School: The Unclassified Story | 2011 |
State Bar of Texas Webcast | Blocking & Tackling: Resumes, Cover Letters, & Social Media | 2010 |
Southern Methodist University School of Law | Blocking & Tackling: Resumes, Cover Letters, & Social Media | 2010 |
Posted by anonymous
Wed Jun 01 2016
Lene is a supremely talented and gifted attorney that works very hard for her clients. She is detail oriented and a great advocate. I have sent her many referrals over the years because I know she will definitely take care of whomever I send. I highly recommend Lene.
Jessica Graham, Litigation Attorney on Mar 7, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Lene is one of the best lawyers in her field. No one will work harder to achieve the best results for her clients than Lene.
Mario Herrera, Business Attorney on May 21, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Elizabeth McShan, Business Attorney on May 2, 2012
Relationship: Friend
Lene is a leader in her field. She works tirelessly to ensure that she meets all of her clients' needs. Her clients are her priority, and Lene goes above and beyond what most lawyers would do and what the average client expects. She does everything in her power to advocate for her clients' best interests. I have worked with Lene through the Dallas Bar Association, and her dedication always impresses me. She puts everything on the back burner to make sure that her clients' needs are met, and she researches every avenue to ensure quality representation.
Cortney Bethmann, Communications and media Attorney on Nov 19, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Lene is an outstanding lawyer, and I recommend her legal services to anyone in need of a friendly, honest, and professional lawyer. She has been a great encouragement to me in my legal pursuits, and I am confident that she will do the same for all her clients.