Brian K. Pounds

Judith approaches family law matters with a practical mindset focused on reducing unnecessary conflict. By identifying and narrowing disputed issues early, she helps clients save time, emotional strain, and legal expense. This approach reflects what matters most to Judith: allowing clients to preserve their resources and focus on what will truly affect their future. As a happily married mother and grandmother, she brings a grounded perspective to guiding clients through divorce and related fa...

Justin McMinn is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Justin practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Justin McMinn since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Justin McMinn is held by other lawyers.

Since 2004, Thomas has solved problems for Lloyd Gosselink clients through his more than 27 years of experience in representing clients before regulatory agencies, the courts, and the legislature. In addition to his focus on utility administrative law, his experience at the legislature, rate proceedings, rulemakings, transmission line licensing applications, and appellate litigation make Thomas a valuable resource for clients with electric, gas, and water utility issues.

José De la Fuente is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Environmental. José practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized José De la Fuente since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which José De la Fuente is held by other lawyers.

Ms. Hunt is a Partner of Osborne, Helman, Scott, Knisely & Stanton, LLP. She focuses her practice in the area of fiduciary litigation, primarily involving trusts, estates, family limited partnerships, powers of attorney, community property and financial account disputes. Ms. Hunt currently serves as a Board Member for the Texas Real Estate & Probate Institute (“T-REP”), and is Chair of Estate and Trust Legislative Affairs for TREP, where she participates in the development...

Richard T. Suttle, Jr. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Land Use and Zoning Law. Richard T. practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Richard T. Suttle, Jr. since 2012. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Richard T. Suttle, Jr. is held by other lawyers.

Kristiana Butler is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, and a partner at Goranson Bain Ausley in Austin. With over 13 years practicing exclusively in family law, Kristiana has been recognized in Best Lawyers in America for Family Law, Collaborative Law, and Family Law Mediation (2024–2025), named to Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Family Law (2020–2023), named a Texas Super Lawyers Rising Star (2017–2023), named by Texas Super Lawyers (20...

Martha E. Smiley is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Appellate Practice. Martha E. practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Martha E. Smiley since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Martha E. Smiley is held by other lawyers.

Jeannie Heffernan is an experienced trial lawyer who leads Kirkland’s IP litigation practice in Texas. She has won more than a dozen patent infringement trials in federal district courts across the country and at the International Trade Commission, with victories affirmed at the Federal Circuit. She represents clients in a wide range of fields, including computer networking, telecommunications, cryptography, semiconductors, and medical devices. Jeannie has particular experience leading ...

W. Glenn Opel is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Energy Law and Public Finance Law. W. Glenn practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized W. Glenn Opel since 2006. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which W. Glenn Opel is held by other lawyers.