Lauren E. Waddell

Lauren E. Waddell is a highly respected family law attorney in Houston, Texas, with extensive experience in divorce, child custody, and complex marital property cases. As a board-certified specialist in family law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, she provides strategic and compassionate legal representation to individuals navigating challenging family law matters. Her expertise extends to high-net-worth divorces, child custody disputes, and alternative dispute resolution.

Lauren earned her Juris Doctor from South Texas College of Law in 2002, where she was a member of the South Texas Law Review. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management and Economics from Baylor University. Licensed to practice in Texas state courts, she is also admitted to the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court.

Throughout her career, Lauren has demonstrated a commitment to legal excellence and leadership in the legal community. She has held prominent positions, including Chair of the Houston Bar Association Family Law Section, President of Texas Women Lawyers, and Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and the International Academy of Family Lawyers, reflecting her distinguished standing in the field.

Recognized as a leading Texas family law attorney, Lauren has been named a Texas Super Lawyer and honored among the Top 50 Women Texas Super Lawyers and Top 100 Houston Super Lawyers. A trusted authority in family law, she is a frequent speaker at continuing legal education (CLE) seminars and regularly publishes articles on key family law issues, helping to shape best practices and advance the profession.

Lauren E. Waddell is dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation in Houston and surrounding counties. Whether handling a complex divorce or advocating for parental rights, she approaches each case with experience, skill, and empathy to achieve the best possible outcome for her clients.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, Waddell Law Firm, P.C.
• Fellow, Houston Bar Foundation
• Fellow, Houston Young Lawyers Foundation
• Life Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation

Licensed State

• Texas

Education

• South Texas College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Baylor University
  BBA in Management and Economics

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