How much does it cost to hire Diana for a adoption case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Diana walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does Diana offer a free consultation?

Diana charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Diana's office. Some adoption attorneys offer free consults — check Diana's current terms during booking.

How long do adoption cases in Texas typically take?

Simple adoption 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. Diana gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Diana take my case if I'm outside Dallas?

Diana 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 — Diana 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 Diana?

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. Diana will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is Diana accepting new adoption clients right now?

Diana's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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Diana S. Friedman, Adoption Attorney in Dallas, Texas

Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on Adoption, Alimony, and Child Custody · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

PartneratGoranson Bain Ausley Family Law

Dallas, TX

Practicing adoption in Dallas since 1991.

35+: Years practicing
5.0 ★: 1 client review
1: Bar admission

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Diana S. Friedman is a partner based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Adoption, Alimony, and Child Custody. Diana has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Goranson Bain Ausley Family Law. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in: Dallas, TX
Experience: over 35 years
Known for: Adoption · Alimony · Child Custody

Handles Adoption, Alimony, and Child Custody matters from Dallas, TX.
Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
Recognized with AV Preeminent.

Areas of practice

Diana's practice areas in Dallas

Diana concentrates on adoption, alimony, child custody, child support, and civil rights. Each area below outlines the kind of case Diana handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Adoption cases in Dallas, Texas

Diana takes adoption 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 Diana agrees to represent you.

Alimony cases in Dallas, Texas

Diana takes alimony 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 Diana agrees to represent you.

Child Custody cases in Dallas, Texas

Diana takes child custody 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 Diana agrees to represent you.

Child Support cases in Dallas, Texas

Diana takes child support 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 Diana agrees to represent you.

Civil Rights cases in Dallas, Texas

Diana takes civil rights 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 Diana agrees to represent you.

Biography

Diana S. Friedman, adoption attorney serving Dallas

Diana recognizes that divorce and other family law issues are very personal experiences, and strives to build comfortable, trusting relationships with her clients. She works with clients to establish goals for their cases, giving them the benefit of her experience in weighing the pros and cons of different courses of action. She advocates tenaciously for her clients both in and outside of the courtroom. Diana thrives on the connections she makes with clients and the opportunity to provide assistance that really matters in clients’ day-to-day lives as well as their long-term futures.

With an undergraduate degree in business and a background in a family business, Diana excels in cases that involve complex property issues. She brings a cutting-edge knowledge of the law to her clients, and utilizes her creativity in effectively resolving challenging and difficult cases.

Diana is also passionate about working on legislation that will improve divorce laws. She is co-chair of a family law section Legislative Committee that recently secured passage of a bill establishing qualifications for court-appointed child custody evaluators. She believes that working on the front lines of divorce law and being aware of trends helps her better inform her clients and explain the law to them.

Diana has been widely recognized for her expertise in family law. She has been honored as one of the Dallas 500—The Most Powerful Business Leaders in Dallas-Fort Worth 2016 and was named Lawyer of the Year in Family Law, Dallas/Ft. Worth by The Best Lawyers in America 2016. In addition, she has been named to The Best Lawyers in America by Woodward White, Inc.—2010-2026, and to D Magazine Best Lawyers in Dallas—2013, 2015- 2017, among other recognitions. Diana has written numerous articles on family law topics, and she speaks frequently throughout Texas.

As a GBA partner and well-recognized luminary in Dallas divorce law, Diana has the experience and acumen to handle high-asset, high-net-worth divorce cases.

She and her husband of 26 years enjoy hiking, traveling, and wine.

Honors & Awards

Sam Emison Award, Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists, 2016

Dallas 500 – The Most Powerful Business Leaders in Dallas Fort-Worth, 2016

Lawyer of the Year in Family Law, Dallas/Ft. Worth, The Best Lawyers in America, 2016

Dan R. Price Award Recipient, Texas Bar Foundation, Family Law Section, 2014

Inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© in the field of Family Law, Best Lawyers, 2010 – 2021, 2024 – 2026

“A Standing Ovation” Award, Texas Bar CLE, 2015

Selected to the “Best Lawyers in Dallas: Family Law”, D Magazine, 2013, 2015 – 2017

Selected to the “Best Lawyers Under 40″, D Magazine, 2004

Selected to the Texas Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters, 2003 – 2025

Selected to the “Top 50: Women Texas Super Lawyers”, Thomson Reuters – 2004- 2007, 2010 – 2015, and 2018 – 2020

Selected to the “Top 100: Dallas/Fort Worth Region Super Lawyer”, Thomson Reuters – 2011 – 2015, 2017

Selected to the “Top 100: Texas Super Lawyers”, Thomson Reuters, 2011, 2013, 2017

Named to the 500 Leading Family Lawyers List, LawDragon, 2024

“AV” Preeminent® rating, Martindale-Hubbell Legal Directory

Publications & Speeches

“Premarital Agreements: Making Your Own Rules!”, Advanced Family Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 2019

Panel Discussion, Legislative Update, State Bar of Texas, Panelist, 2019

“Defending the Accused”, Innovations: Breaking Boundaries in Custody Litigation, State Bar of Texas, Panelist, 2019

“Parental Alienation and Childhood Trauma”, Advanced Family Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 2018

Different Strokes for Different Folks, Innovations: Breaking Boundaries in Custody Litigation, State Bar of Texas, Moderator, 2017

Pick a Number, Any Number: Valuing Business, Marriage Dissolution Institute, State Bar of Texas, Moderator, 2017

Direct & Cross of a Tracing Expert, Advanced Family Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 2016

2015 Legislative Update: Family Law, Advanced Family Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 2015

Legislative Update, Legislative Update 2015, Family Law

The Witness You Don’t Want and How to Deal With Them, Innovations, 2015

Contempt Trial Demonstration, Advanced Family Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 2014

You Don’t Own Me – Alienation and Reunification, Innovations, 2014

Obtaining and Modifying Above Guidelines Child Support, Advanced Family Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 2013

Legislative Update – Current Issues, Marriage Dissolution, 2013

Who Are You and What Do You Do, Innovations, 2013

Attachment Issues/Visitation Under Three, Marriage Dissolution, 2012

Social Studies, Psychological Evaluations, Child Custody Evaluations – What’s in a Name, Marriage Dissolution, 2012

If you don’t know where you’re going, you will probably end up someplace else: Legal and psychological principles and methodologies applied to successful complex custody litigation, Innovations, 2012

Possession and Access for Children Under Three, Advanced Family Law Course, 2011

Plutoed Parents: Preventing and Overcoming Parental Alienation, Family Law on the Front Lines, 2011

The 2 Steps to the 12 Steps: How to Determine if a Parent is a Druggie, a Drunk, or Just Dry, 2010 Parent Child Relationships Conference, 2010

The New Parent Coordination/Facilitation Statute: What’s In, What’s Out, Marriage Dissolution, 2010

Application of Child Development Research to Crafting Age appropriate Possession Orders for Children Under Three, Family Law on the Front Lines, 2010

Premarital and Post marital Agreements with Ethical Considerations, Advanced Family Law Drafting, 2010

The Sixth Sense: I Hear Voices, But Is The Child Being Heard? (Which Perspective Really Matters to the Court?), Parenting Child Relationships: Critical Thinking for Critical Issues, 2009

Family Law Contracts: Pre and Post Marital Agreements; Divorce Decrees; AID’s; Application of Transactional Contract and Related Law; Enforcement Breach and Contractual Defenses, 2009

Finding Solutions for Dividing Property in a Troubled Economy, 2009

Characterization Challenges, 2008

Making the Most of Social Studies and Psychological Evaluations, Family Law on the Front Lines, The University of Texas School of Law, 2008

Sex, Lies & The Internet: Internet Behavior,” Family Law on the Front Lines, The University of Texas School of Law, 2007

Who Gets the Debts, or Worse, I’m Gonna File for Bankruptcy, Advanced Family Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 2006

Ethical Dilemmas, Family Law on the Front Lines, The University of Texas School of Law, 2005

Ka-ching, Ka-ching, Kachina? The Modern Day Cash Register, 2005

Hoping for the Best and Planning for the Worst: Creative Pre- and Post- Marital agreements, Advanced Family Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 2004

Experts Where Are We Now, Marriage Dissolution Institute, State Bar of Texas, 2003

Marital Property and Estate Planning Issues: Characterization and Attacking Trusts, Family Limited Partnerships (FLPs), etc., Advanced Family Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 2003

Complex Trust Issues, Advanced Family Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 2003

Bankruptcy and Family Law, Advanced Family Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 2000

Sex, Lies & Liabilities: Bankruptcy and Family Law, Advanced Family Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 1998

Professional Associations

Texas Academy of Family Law Specialist

Member

Past President

Texas Association of Family Law Specialists Trial Institute

Course Director, 2007

Texas Family Law Foundation

Member

Past President, 2013-2015

The College of Master Advocates and Barristers

Member, 2001

Dedman School of Law at SMU

Alumnae Steering Committee

Southern Methodist University

ATLA Mock Trial Team, Coach, 1993

How Diana handles adoption matters

Who Diana represents

Diana reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adoption, alimony, and child custody matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Diana studied and practices

Southern Methodist University School of Law
J.D. · 1991
Louisiana State University
B.S. · 1984

Jurisdictions

Diana's state bar admissions

Texas
1991 · ACTIVE

Diana studied at J.D. in Southern Methodist University School of Law and B.S. in Louisiana State University.

Law school and academic background

Diana completed J.D. in Southern Methodist University School of Law and B.S. in Louisiana State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Diana runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Diana's legal honors and published work

Diana has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Locations

Diana S. Friedman's office in Dallas

Diana's primary office is at 8350 N. Central Expressway, Suite 1700, Dallas, TX, 75206. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Goranson Bain Ausley Family Law

8350 N. Central Expressway, Suite 1700

Dallas, TX 75206

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Diana S. Friedman — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Diana. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adoption attorneys in Dallas.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Diana S. Friedman — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new adoption attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Diana usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Diana charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Diana'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; Diana will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a adoption attorney in Dallas, Texas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adoption 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 Diana

Diana discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adoption practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adoption 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. Diana confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Diana's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adoption practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Diana S. Friedman

How much does it cost to hire Diana for a adoption case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Diana walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Diana offer a free consultation?
Diana charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Diana's office. Some adoption attorneys offer free consults — check Diana's current terms during booking.
How long do adoption cases in Texas typically take?
Simple adoption 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. Diana gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Diana take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
Diana 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 — Diana 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 Diana?
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. Diana will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Diana accepting new adoption clients right now?
Diana's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Adoption attorneys serving Dallas, Houston and Austin in Texas

Diana handles adoption matters throughout Texas. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adoption attorneys in that community.

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