Kaye Martin Alderman

Kaye Martin Alderman

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 29 years

Family Lawyer at Lufkin, TX
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +2 more

104 S. 2nd Street, Lufkin, TX

About Kaye

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Idaho for 2 years

State: Idaho

Acquired: 2023

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 29 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1996

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Kaye M. Alderman

104 S. 2nd Street, Lufkin, TX, 75901

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Kaye Martin Alderman's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | May 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Client

My husband and I hired Kaye Alderman to fight for custody of a child that we raised from 5 months old until 4 years old. We had no blood relation to this child. I was hired by her single father to babysit her at 5 months old, her mother was in and out of prison, and by 2 years old I was no longer get...ting paid as a babysitter, yet we were raising her. From time to time the father would take the baby for a little while, but she always came back to us. Two different times the father took the baby, when he returned her, it was discovered that she had a different STD each time. Kaye was able to prove that we had standing in this case, and as of right now we have Temporary Sole Custody of this child. We have no doubt that is because of Kaye and her staff's attention, hard work, long hours and dedication that we were able to obtain custody of this child and keep her safe from these things happening to her again. We have and will continue to refer people to Kaye for her services.

Posted by anonymous | February 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very professional and knowledgable attorney

Mrs. Alderman represented me in a very complex, difficult divorce case. This case involved a defense of my prenuptial agreement that eventually went to a jury trial. During the entire process she displayed professionalism and knowledge of the law and the processes involved. Because of the circumstan...ces, my case was very demeaning and emotional. She was aggressive in seeking the exact results, that led to a successful trial outcome. Mrs. Alderman and her entire staff treated me as they would a family member, with respect and concern for my situation. All calls or inquiries were returned in a timely manner. Hopefully I will never need this type of legal assistance again, but I would not hesitate or second guess to refer Kaye Alderman to any of my friends or family, should they need professional counsel.

Posted by Alan | February 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Child Custody

I had an extremely difficult child custody case that has been through 3 states and used multiple attorneys. I had a local attorney back out of the case when it became too complicated. The attorney that backed out explained to me they didn't have the time or staff needed to do the things I needed do...ne and recommended Kaye Alderman. Kaye listened to me explain the situation and agreed to take the case. It involved multiple depositions and a week long jury trial. Kaye and her staff weren't just there to process court papers for me and let the judge make a decision. They did extensive research on my child's mother tracking down numerous court documents from previous custody battles she had for other children. Kaye and her staff tracked down court papers from the state attorney general concerning my child's mother's past issues with failing to pay child support. I didn't even know there were past child support payment issues. They deposed ex-husbands, interviewed teachers, counselors, etc. Kaye and her staff developed a coarse of action to present the evidence and the discrepancies in the opposing counsels' claims. Kaye and her staff were beyond thorough. Opposing counsels' case literally fell apart during the week long jury trial. After listening to the details of the case the 12 person jury awarded us everything we asked for including sole custody of my child. I would highly recommend Kaye Alderman. She is a caring, honest, attorney that will fight for your rights and do the difficult research needed to present the most effective case possible. Kaye and her staff are highly competent professionals. They genuinely cared about my family and our well being. Mrs Alderman still checks in from time to time for updates on my family and children via email 5 years after the case. She is hands down the best attorney I have ever worked with.

Posted by Carol | February 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Kaye Alderman

MRS. Alderman has been my attorney for the past eight years. She is very professional in every respect, and she is very knowledgeable in the area of divorce and the distribution of property. She is also excellent in handling child custody matters and alimony payments. Mrs. Alderman was always prepare...d when we went to court and very effective in presenting my case. Due to her ability as a lawyer, the judge ruled in my favor and the court was persuaded to award to me the things that were legally mine. I highly recommend Mrs. Alderman as a very skilled and competent attorney.

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Kaye Martin Alderman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Trong Nguyen

Family lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kaye has a great and well deserved reputation for being one of the most knowledgeable attorneys for all family law matters."

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Gregory Longino

Family lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Kaye for many years and have had many cases where we were opposing attorneys. Kaye is a conscientious, experienced and knowledgeable attorney who always works hard for her clients. I very much respect her ethical and professional conduct in our various cases."

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Joal Sheridan

Family lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Kaye is an outstanding, creative and zealous advocate who understands the often emotional and complex aspects of family law. I highly endorse Kaye as the highest example of both knowledge and professional ethics."

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Robert Cain

Family lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Kaye for many years. She is conscientious, thorough, and knowledgeable. I can recommend her without qualification: there is simply no better family lawyer in this part of Texas."

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Erika Neill

Family lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kaye's knowledge of the law, confidence in the courtroom, and professionalism towards her peers make her an excellent attorney. Her passion for her clients and the law is exhibited in all of her work. I have known Kaye since I first began my career as an attorney and I highly recommend Kaye to anyone with a family law issue, large or small."

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William Morian

Family lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have practiced law for over 20 years with Kaye and have had many complex cases with her. I refer domestic relation cases to her routinely because of her knowledge of the law and ability to persuasively advocate for her client. She is tough, a formidable opponent, has a big heart and is of the highest moral character."

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Bryan McEachern

Family lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I once observed Ms. Alderman try a contested case in Tyler County. I was impressed by her knowledge, presentation, and professionalism. When I encounter potential clients needing assistance in her practice area, I have no reservations in sending those clients her way. I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Board Certified - Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

N/A

Board Certified - Child Welfare Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Sole proprietor, Law Office of Kaye M. Alderman

Associations

2016 - Present

National Association of Counsel for Children

Member

2014 - Present

College of the State Bar of Texas

Fellow

2014 - Present

Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists

Member

2014 - Present

Texas Family Law Foundation

Member

2013 - Present

District 2 Grievance Committee of State Bar of Texas

Committee Member

2013 - Present

Texas Bar Foundation

Fellow

2013 - Present

International Academy of Collaborative Professionals

Member

2012 - Present

Collaborative Law Institute of Texas

Member

2017 - 2018

Advisory Board for Paralegal Curriculum Angelina College

Chairman

2013 - 2014

Angelina County Bar Association

President

Education

1995

South Texas College of Law Houston

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

Stephen F. Austin State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2009

Collaborative Law Continuing Legal Education

Establishing the Collaborative Process: New Town, New Trial, New Triumphs

Publications

2017

Lufkin Daily News: Charm Magazine Can My Kiddo Talk to the Judge?

2016

Lufkin Daily News: Charm Magazine Help! They Took My Tax Refund!

2016

Lufkin Daily News: Charm Magazine Mediation in Family Law

2016

Lufkin Daily News: Charm Magazine Children Are Not Weapons

2016

Lufkin Daily News: Charm Magazine Experts In Custody: Best Interest of the Child

2016

Lufkin Daily News: Charm Magazine What? I am MARRIED?

2015

Lufkin Daily News: Charm Magazine Collaborative Law

2015

Lufkin Daily News: Charm Magazine Family Law & Facebook

2015

Lufkin Daily News: Charm Magazine Why Can't I Move? What is a Geographic Restriction?

2015

2015

Lufkin Daily News: Charm Magazine Yikes! I've Been Subpoenaed to Testify!

2015

Lufkin Daily News: Charm Magazine What is Guideline Child Support?

2015

Lufkin Daily News: Charm Magazine Top Ten Client Quotes & Anecdotes

2015

Lufkin Daily News: Charm Magazine CPS: Can They Take My Kids?

2009

Collaborative Law Course Establishing the Collaborative Process: New Town, New Trial, New Triumphs

Languages

English

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