Lee Budner, ADR Attorney in Dallas, Texas
Over 13 years of legal practice · focused on ADR and Family Law
Dallas, TX
Practicing adr in Dallas since 2013.
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Lee Budner is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law. Lee has over 13 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Calabrese Budner LLP.
- Based in
- Dallas, TEXAS
- Experience
- over 13 years
- Known for
- ADR · Family Law
- Handles ADR and Family Law matters from Dallas, TEXAS.
- Over 13 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026).
About Lee Budner: Lee Budner is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law. Lee has over 13 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Calabrese Budner LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Lee Budner
Lee concentrates on adr and family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lee handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR cases in Dallas, Texas
Lee takes adr matters in Dallas, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lee agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Dallas, Texas
Lee takes family law matters in Dallas, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lee agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Lee Budner — Over 13 years of Texas adr experience
Lee Budner is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law. Lee has over 13 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Calabrese Budner LLP.
Lee Budner is a partner at Calabrese Budner LLP, a Dallas-based boutique family law firm known for handling complex, high-conflict divorce and custody matters. His practice focuses on Family Law and Family Law: Arbitration and Mediation, with an emphasis on cases involving contentious litigation, sophisticated financial issues, and difficult interpersonal dynamics.
Lee is particularly sought after for high-conflict cases, including disputes involving business ownership, complex property division, and custody matters shaped by adversarial or personality-driven conflict. He regularly handles emergency issues requiring immediate court intervention, where strategic judgment, preparation, and composure are critical.
Known for his disciplined, strategy-first approach, Lee focuses on controlling the trajectory of a case rather than reacting to it—positioning clients for strong, durable outcomes even in the most challenging circumstances.
Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch since 2024, Lee’s selection reflects peer recognition for his professional excellence and growing reputation in high-stakes family law matters.
How Lee handles adr matters
Lee Budner is a partner at Calabrese Budner LLP , a Dallas-based boutique family law firm known for handling complex, high-conflict divorce and custody matters. His practice focuses on Family Law and Family Law: Arbitration and Mediation, with an emphasis on cases involving contentious litigation, sophisticated financial issues, and difficult interpersonal dynamics. Lee is particularly sought…
Who Lee represents
Lee reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr and family law matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Lee Budner's legal education and bar admissions
Occidental College
B.A. · 2010
Boston College Law School
J.D. · 2013
Jurisdictions
Lee's state bar admissions
Texas, State Bar of
2013 · ACTIVE
Lee studied at B.A. in Occidental College and J.D. in Boston College Law School.
Law school and academic background
Lee completed B.A. in Occidental College and J.D. in Boston College Law School. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lee runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Lee Budner
Lee has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law: Arbitration and Mediation
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Family Law: Arbitration and Mediation (2026).
Locations
Lee Budner's office in Dallas
Lee's primary office is at 5944 Luther Lane, Suite 875, Dallas, Texas, 75225. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Lee Budner
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How to hire Lee Budner — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lee usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lee charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lee's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Lee will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Dallas, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Lee
Lee discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Lee confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lee's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Lee Budner
How much does it cost to hire Lee for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lee walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lee offer a free consultation?
Lee charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lee's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Lee's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Texas typically take?
Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Lee gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lee take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
Lee is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Lee will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Lee?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Lee will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lee accepting new adr clients right now?
Lee's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
ADR attorneys serving Dallas, Houston and Austin in Texas
Lee handles adr matters throughout Texas. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr attorneys in that community.
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