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Carla M. Calabrese

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Carla M. Calabrese is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law. Currently practicing at Calabrese Budner LLP.

Based in
Dallas, TEXAS
Experience
attorney
Known for
ADR · Family Law
  • Handles ADR and Family Law matters from Dallas, TEXAS.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Collaborative Law: Family Law (2026).

About Carla M. Calabrese: Carla M. Calabrese is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law. Currently practicing at Calabrese Budner LLP.

Areas of practice

Practice focus

Carla M. Calabrese represents clients in Dallas, Texas across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.

Biography

About Carla M. Calabrese

Carla M. Calabrese is the founding and managing partner of Calabrese BudnerLLP, a Dallas-based boutique family law firm focused on complex divorce and custody matters. With more than 35 years of experience, she practices in FamilyLaw, Collaborative Law: Family Law, Family Law Mediation, and Family Law Arbitration.

Carla is a pioneer of Emotionally Intelligent Divorce®, guiding clients through high-stakes family matters with clarity, strategy, and a focus on long-term outcomes. A Master Credentialed Collaborative Divorce attorney, she is a leader in team-based, out-of-court resolution.

She is also widely regarded as an expert in adoption and marital agreements, including prenuptial and postnuptial agreements.

Carla has been recognized by Best Lawyers since 2008, reflecting consistent peer recognition for professional excellence.

Credentials

Education

  • Bowling Green State University

    B.S.B.A. · 1986

  • University of Cincinnati

    J.D. with Honors · 1986

Recognition

Awards & honors

  • Best Lawyers in America — Collaborative Law: Family Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Family Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Arbitration

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Selected for Texas Super Lawyers – 23 years

    2026

Locations

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Main office

Calabrese Budner LLP

5944 Luther Lane, Suite 875

Dallas, Texas 75225

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  • What areas of law does Carla M. Calabrese practice?

    Carla M. Calabrese focuses on ADR and Family Law.

  • Where is Carla M. Calabrese located?

    Carla M. Calabrese primarily serves clients in Dallas, Texas, with an office at 5944 Luther Lane, Suite 875.

  • Is Carla M. Calabrese a verified attorney?

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  • How can I schedule a consultation with Carla M. Calabrese?

    You can book a consultation through LawyersListed directly from this page. Initial outreach can also be made by phone at 214-939-3000.