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Lené Alley DeRudder - Family & Divorce Law The White Glove Divorce Counsel | Divorce & Family Law Attorney (NY & TX) | High-Net-Worth & Business Owner Divorce | Strategic Asset & Legacy Protection

A Texas and New York–licensed attorney, Lené advises high-net-worth individuals in complex divorce and family law matters, with a particular focus on cases involving closely held businesses and sophisticated asset structures. Lené is a well-known and respected collaborative divorce attorney and seasoned trial lawyer, recognized for resolving high-stakes matters with discretion, strategic discipline, and foresight. She prioritizes negotiated and collaborative resolutions that protect assets, business interests, and long-term objectives, and she exhausts every viable avenue to resolution outside the courtroom whenever possible. When litigation becomes necessary, Lené draws on extensive trial experience—including matters tried before juries—to advocate forcefully and effectively for her clients. She is respected for her preparation, command of complex financial issues, and strategic precision, and her reputation as a tough yet highly strategic courtroom advocate precedes her. Lené understands the significant financial, professional, and personal risks divorce presents for business owners and high-net-worth clients. She guides clients through these transitions with clarity and intention, helping them navigate complexity wisely while positioning them for durable, well-considered outcomes.

As 2026 winds down, many individuals navigating family law or matrimonial matters are looking toward 2027 for a new begi...
10/09/2026

As 2026 winds down, many individuals navigating family law or matrimonial matters are looking toward 2027 for a new beginning.

Helping clients achieve peace of mind and resolution is my top priority. If you’re looking to resolve matters before the busy holiday season, I’d be honored to assist.

📅 Schedule your mediation session today:
https://www.cowlesthompson.com/divorce-family-law-mediation/

As 2026 winds down, many individuals navigating family law or matrimonial matters are looking toward 2027 for a new begi...
10/09/2026

As 2026 winds down, many individuals navigating family law or matrimonial matters are looking toward 2027 for a new beginning.

Helping clients achieve peace of mind and resolution is my top priority. If you're looking to resolve matters before the busy holiday season, I’d be honored to assist.

📅 Schedule your mediation session today:
https://www.cowlesthompson.com/divorce-family-law-mediation/

Thrilled to offer mediation services in Texas and New York!
09/30/2026

Thrilled to offer mediation services in Texas and New York!

What is Mediation when it comes to Family Law? Lené Alley DeRudder recently launched her Mediation practice as part of her comprehensive experience in Family Law litigation, Mediation, & Collaborative Divorce.

She is licensed in Texas and New York.

Learn more & book a mediation here: https://www.cowlesthompson.com/divorce-family-law-mediation/

Excited to expand my practice to offer mediation services in divorce, matrimonial, and family law matters across Texas a...
09/10/2026

Excited to expand my practice to offer mediation services in divorce, matrimonial, and family law matters across Texas and New York City. I am deeply grateful to the clients and colleagues who trust me to guide them through peaceful resolution.

We are pleased to congratulate Lené Alley DeRudder on the recent launch of her Mediation practice. Lené is a Family Law attorney with deep experience in Family Law litigation, mediation, and Collaborative Divorce. She is Co-Chair of the Cowles Thompson Family Law practice and she is licensed in Texas and New York.

Learn more about her Divorce & Family Law Mediation work, mediation info, and schedule a mediation here:
https://www.cowlesthompson.com/divorce-family-law-mediation/

Conflict does not have to mean combat. As a family lawyer committed to helping clients navigate complex transitions with...
09/08/2026

Conflict does not have to mean combat. As a family lawyer committed to helping clients navigate complex transitions with clarity and dignity, I am thrilled to share that I now offer comprehensive mediator services across both Texas and New York City.

Mediation provides families with a private, structured environment to resolve disputes—from high-net-worth asset division to complex custody arrangements—outside of a high-conflict courtroom setting.

https://www.cowlesthompson.com/divorce-family-law-mediation/

Conflict does not have to mean combat. As a family lawyer committed to helping clients navigate complex transitions with...
09/08/2026

Conflict does not have to mean combat. As a family lawyer committed to helping clients navigate complex transitions with clarity and dignity, I am thrilled to share that I now offer comprehensive mediator services across both Texas and New York City.

Mediation provides families with a private, structured environment to resolve disputes—from high-net-worth asset division to complex custody arrangements—outside of a high-conflict courtroom setting.

Divorce & Family Law Mediation in Texas and New York City

In family law, the first decision a client makes often shapes the entire trajectory of their case—and their family’s fut...
09/04/2026

In family law, the first decision a client makes often shapes the entire trajectory of their case—and their family’s future. Yet many individuals walk into an initial consultation believing that going to court is their only choice. It’s not.
Cowles & Thompson, P.C.







Welcome Tavia and Mary Jo!
05/11/2026

Welcome Tavia and Mary Jo!

ICYMI: We recently welcomed two new attorneys to our Insurance Litigation and Tort Litigation practice teams:

Associate Tavia J. Williams, Esq. - A 2025 graduate of Texas A&M University School of Law, where she was active in Mock Trial and the SMU Science and Technology Law Review. View her bio here: https://www.cowlesthompson.com/attorneys/tavia-williams/

Senior Counsel Mary Jo Betzen - A 2015 cm laude graduate of Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law, where she was also part of the SMU Science and Technology Review, plus a member of the Phi Delta Phi International Legal Society. View her bio here:

https://www.cowlesthompson.com/attorneys/mary-jo-betzen/

Maintaining a child-centered focus means prioritizing emotional well-being over conflict. By utilizing specialists and c...
05/07/2026

Maintaining a child-centered focus means prioritizing emotional well-being over conflict. By utilizing specialists and choosing a path that emphasizes privacy and precision, parents can protect their children’s mental health and build a stable foundation for the future.

Focusing on the long-term well-being of the family is the most effective way to navigate a complex transition.

& Thompson, P.C.teGloveDivorceCounsel

Every matrimonial, divorce, and family law attorney—and every judge—should watch Split and Split Up by Ellen BrunoThese ...
04/28/2026

Every matrimonial, divorce, and family law attorney—and every judge—should watch Split and Split Up by Ellen Bruno

These films are a powerful reminder that, as professionals, we have the ability to profoundly shape how children experience the transition of their families from one structure to another. Their voices are not peripheral—they are essential.

You can access the Split and Split Up films at https://splitfilm.org. Thank you to Ellen Bruno for doing this incredibly important and impactful work. And thank you to International Academy of Collaborative Professionals and New York Association of Collaborative Professionals for educating matrimonial and family law professionals on these films.




Cowles & Thompson, P.C.

The SPLIT Outreach Project, founded in 2014, supports the best outcomes for children of divorce and their parents, by making the voices of kids heard and encouraging cooperation between co-parents. Our work brings together media, education, and divorce professionals together to change the culture of...

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