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Cassidy Pearson is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and a partner at Goranson Bain Ausley in Fort Worth. With over 15 years practicing exclusively in family law, Cassidy is a member of the Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists, Collaborative Divorce Texas, and the Eldon B. Mahon Inn of Court. She has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America (2025–2026), Super Lawyers (2026), Super Lawyers Rising Star (2022–2025), and Top Attorney by Fort...

Lee Susan Meyercord is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation and Controversy - Tax and Tax Law. Lee Susan practices law in Dallas, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Lee Susan Meyercord since 2022. 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 Lee Susan Meyercord is held by other lawyers.

“I believe in taking a straightforward approach to managing cases, and making it very easy for our clients to understand the legal and factual issues in their case.” – Clint Westhoff Every complex divorce case has its strengths and weaknesses. Clint Westhoff has the insight and experience to see them clearly, the result of combining analytical and technical skills with his deep knowledge of the law. Bringing objectivity to the case, Clint helps clients weigh the pros and con...

Kathryn SamlerProtecting and serving children and families is a longstanding commitment of Katie’s. She strongly advocates for clients when they are going through one of the most difficult times of life, and ensures that her clients goals are prioritized. Katie has a special interest in helping families with challenges that include complex property division, mental health issues (including personality disorders), and substance abuse issues.

Erin M. Bogdanowicz is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Erin M. practices law in Plano, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Erin M. Bogdanowicz since 2022. 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 Erin M. Bogdanowicz is held by other lawyers.

Arthur T. Carter is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Labor Law - Management. Arthur T. practices law in Dallas, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Arthur T. Carter 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 Arthur T. Carter is held by other lawyers.

Peter Kraus is a nationally respected trial lawyer, known for his advocacy on behalf of individuals injured by asbestos exposure, toxic contamination and other negligent and harmful corporate practices. Over the course of his career, he has earned significant verdicts and settlements for workers, their family members and others, holding corporations and powerful business interests accountable when they place profits over people. As co-founder and managing partner of Dallas-based Waters Kraus ...

Brad Dowell’s practice focuses primarily on personal injury, general litigation, and labor and employment matters. Over his career, he has tried or arbitrated cases involving alleged violation of collective bargaining agreements, breach of distribution agreements, wrongful termination, alleged employment discrimination and retaliation, as well as numerous personal injury matters ranging from slip and fall cases to alleged negligent security. Following his graduation from Baylor Universi...

Chad Walker is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Intellectual Property and Patent Law. Chad practices law in Dallas, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Chad Walker since 2025. 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 Chad Walker is held by other lawyers.

R. Brent Cooper focuses his practice on commercial litigation, insurance litigation, and appellate practice. He has had significant experience in the representation of clients before federal and state trial and appellate courts, as well as in arbitration proceedings. He has tried numerous cases covering areas of business litigation, construction litigation, catastrophic personal injuries, complex litigation, intellectual property, constitutional and business tort cases. In his 35 years of pra...