”“A law team that not only has the knowledge but has the heart to do what's best for each situation. We appreciate all you have done for our family. Keep up the good work!”
- Teresa Vela
Our Team
Founder and Lead Attorney
Channa Borman
Founder and Lead Attorney
Channa Borman
The founder of C.E. Borman & Associates, Channa is a family lawyer dedicated to the power of truth. She takes a direct and compassionate approach, prioritizing communication and the best interests of children. With a reputation for being a fierce advocate, she founded her practice in 2002, emphasizing straight talk and honest advice. Channa’s commitment to transforming lives has earned her praise and accolades from organizations across the country, but it’s the impact she makes for her clients that she finds the most rewarding.
Associate Attorney
Megan Mikutis
After graduating from the University of Houston Law Center, Megan has gained extensive experience while serving the families and children of Harris and surrounding counties. For the past 10 years she has provided successful outcomes in high-conflict divorce and custody matters for clients through all phases of litigation and settlement. Megan is trained in collaborative law, has been a member of the esteemed Burta Rhoads Raborn Inns of Court, and is a certified family law mediator.
Associate Attorney
Danna Bader
Danna Bader joined the C.E. Borman & Associates team in early 2024. She was raised locally in College Station, Texas, and graduated in 2019 with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Texas A&M University. She continued her education at South Texas College of Law in Houston where she obtained her Juris Doctor (J.D.) in May of 2023. While attending South Texas College, she participated in various legal clinics where she aided clients in navigating divorce proceedings, and guided clients through probate matters. This hands-on experience further developed her legal skills and served as a steppingstone to becoming the wonderful attorney she is today.
Associate Attorney
Natalie Sunker
Born in South Africa, Natalie eventually moved to Texas where she began her Law journey at Southern Methodist University. Here she received her Juris Doctor in 1996 and went on to acquire an LLM in International Trade at American University. Natalie is well-versed within the Texas Family Code and has over 20 years of experience as an Attorney. She specializes in Divorce, Child Custody and Adoption cases.
Litigation Paralegal
Lori Chiappetta
Involved in all aspects of our family law casework, Lori drafts pleadings and correspondence, schedules mediation, meets with clients, communicates with service providers, and schedules court hearings. Lori is a graduate of the Legal Assistant program at Blinn College and has been an invaluable part of our team since 2014. Lori is knowledgeable about not only the law but also the dynamics of litigation, enabling her to work hand in hand with our attorneys throughout the preparation and presentation of your case.
Paralegal
Mary “Kim” Broussard
Kim graduated from Pensacola State College in 1984 with her degree in Legal Studies. She has worked as a Paralegal handling divorce cases for 7 years and has worked as a Paralegal for over 20. Kim provides excellent communication to clients and has deep knowledge in a variety of Legal processes.
Operations Paralegal
Lauren Perkins
Lauren is a certified mediator in Texas and is a graduate from the Paralegal Program at Blinn. She serves as our Operations Paralegal and is responsible in the development of our internal processes which enhance our client experience. Lauren communicates with clients and service providers regarding the legal process. In the office she is known as “the hand of the queen” as she also serves as Channa’s assistant.
Director of Operations
Stephen Krahl
As Director of Operations, Stephen is responsible for organizing office operations and procedures; controlling correspondence; training and onboarding; designing filing systems; reviewing and approving supply requisitions; assigning and monitoring clerical functions. The overarching goal for Stephen is to maintain a culture that helps the firm and its clients thrive. Stephen has a Bachelor of Science degree from Sam Houston State University and has worked in office administration and executive management for more than 5 years.
Finance Manager
Kellie Clifton
Kellie started as the firm’s finance manager in January 2023. She has over 10 years of experience in managing teams and clients, administrative tasks, budgeting, financial duties, managing contracts, and more. Kellie manages cash flow projections, billing, applies client refunds, and other financial-related tasks.
Billing Specialist
Rana Turner
Rana joined the C.E. Borman team in January 2023 as the billing specialist. She has over 25 years of experience with secretarial, administrative, and billing matters. Any questions about account balances, monthly statements, trust deposits, or pending refunds, Rana is the person who can help provide you with answers.
Client Liaison
Daisy Reyes
Daisy joined the firm in January 2023, initially as the receptionist. Since then, she has advanced to the role of Client Liaison. In this capacity, Daisy serves as the client’s primary point of contact, providing them with monthly updates on their cases and addressing any non-legal inquiries they may have.
Client Intake Specialist
Sarah Beaver
Sarah is our Client Intake Specialist. She is primarily responsible for managing the onboarding of new clients which involves providing oversight of all initial client meetings. Sarah is a seasoned professional that has over 20 years of experience working closely with individuals involved in high-stress situations.
Receptionist
Baylee McEntire
When you call our law firm, the first person you will reach is Baylee. Friendly and experienced, Baylee is our first point of contact, she manages the front office area and directs all communication within our office by taking messages and sending your call to the appropriate person. She has a wealth of experience when it comes to client communication and office organization.
Our Process
01. STEP ONE
02. STEP TWO
We’ll learn more about your situation and discuss your options for moving forward.
03. STEP THREE
Together, we’ll get to work resolving your issues – representing you through mediation and, if necessary, in court.