Chandler has extensive experience in family law litigation and Collaborative Law. She was named to D Magazine’s 2022 Best Lawyers Under 40 and has been recognized in Best Lawyers in America for Family Law and Collaborative Law: Family Law in 2026. She was also selected for the Texas Super Lawyers list by Thomson Reuters in 2025.
With a background in business and real estate law, Chandler understands the complexities of asset division and frequently works with business owners to identify separate and community property. She is highly skilled in pre- and post-marital agreements, high-conflict custody issues, modifications, and guiding families through major transitions. Her experience includes Child Protective Services (CPS) matters, serving children as a guardian ad litem/attorney ad litem, grandparents’ rights cases, and matters involving termination and adoption.
Chandler is known for her honest, solution-oriented approach. She tells clients when a result is unlikely in court, and she is fully prepared to litigate when necessary. Whether she is pursuing constructive negotiation or advocating in front of a judge, she works to secure the best possible outcomes for her clients, their children, and their long-term well-being.
Chandler is an active member of the Dallas community, involved in school, church, and neighborhood organizations. She serves on the parents’ association and alumnae board of the Hockaday School, her alma mater, where her two children also attend. She is a member of the Junior Group of the Dallas Garden Club, participates in the Women’s Auxiliary of the Salvation Army, and is active in the parent ministry at Saint Michael’s and All Angels Episcopal Church. Outside of her professional commitments, Chandler enjoys playing tennis, flower arranging, and doing arts and crafts with her kids.
Honors & Awards
Inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© in the field of Collaborative Law: Family Law, Best Lawyers, 2025 & 2026
Inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© in the field of Family Law, Best Lawyers, 2026
Selected to the Texas Super Lawyers list, Thomson Reuters, 2024 & 2025
Inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch © in the field of Family Law, Woodward and White Press, 2023
Best Lawyers Under 40, D Magazine, 2022
Selected to the Texas Rising Star list, Thomson Reuters, 2023
Articles
Spousal Support in Texas: Eligibility, Duration, and How It Works April 21, 2026
Why I Believe Collaborative Divorce Creates Healthier Families January 6, 2026
Divorce and Private School Fees: Who Pays for Tuition After a Divorce? June 24, 2025
When Is it Time to Divorce? May 13, 2025
Guide to Divorce Planning May 9, 2025
What Should I Do to Protect Myself in a Divorce and Safeguard My Financial Stability? March 3, 2025
Celebrating Valentine’s Day After Divorce February 12, 2025
Why Is a Prenup a Good Idea for Loving Couples Preparing to Marry? February 7, 2025
Embracing Change: How to Rebuild Your Life After Divorce January 7, 2025
Post-Divorce Family Relationships: Establishing a New Normal for Your Family After Divorce December 3, 2024
How to Achieve Successful Co-Parenting After a Divorce July 15, 2024
What Rights Do Stepparents Have in Texas After a Divorce? June 25, 2024
Can a Child Refuse to See a Parent? What to Do if Your Child Refuses Visitation in Texas June 25, 2024
Should I Restructure My Business or Create a Trust to Protect My Assets in a Divorce? January 30, 2024
Understanding the Holiday Custody Schedule Under the Texas Standard Possession Order December 15, 2023
What Choices Do You Have in Texas When Divorce Is Not an Option? September 26, 2022
It’s Mother’s Day but it’s Dad’s Weekend – Who Gets the Kids? April 30, 2022
Publications & Speeches
“Enforcement of Court Orders,” Family Law Essentials Seminar, Presenter, May 2024
“The Psychology of Cross-Examination,” Advanced Family Law Conference, Co-Author, August 2022
“Property Agreements: Why are They Important and How Can They Protect Your Clients?,” Author and Presenter, 2019
