Kris Algert brings to clients a wealth of experience in developing creative, individualized solutions for highly complex divorces. An innate problem-solver, Kris is adept at managing issues such as sharing or dividing complicated assets, complex characterization and handling unusual circumstances. Kris’ clients include professionals, politicians, celebrities and their spouses.Kris is a strong advocate of the Collaborative Law process for its ability to custom-craft solutions and minimize conflict. She is knowledgeable on the impact of divorce on children, and works with clients to develop effective co-parenting relationships.
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Kristen A. Algert
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Recognized Since:2007
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Recognized in:Collaborative Law: Family LawFamily Law...
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Law School:Baylor University
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Location:3307 Northland Drive, Suite 420Austin, TX 78731
Kris Algert brings to clients a wealth of experience in developing creative, individualized solutions for highly complex divorces. An innate problem-solver, Kris is adept at managing issues such as sharing or dividing complicated assets, complex characterization and handling unusual circumstances. Kris’ clients include professionals, politicians, celebrities and their spouses.Kris is a strong advocate of the Collaborative Law process for its ability to custom-craft solutions and minimize conflict. She is knowledgeable on the impact of divorce on children, and works with clients to develop effective co-parenting relationships.
Lawyer Bio
Education:
- Baylor University , J.D., Law, graduated 1988
- Baylor University, B.A., English, graduated 1984
Bar Admissions:
- Texas, 1988
Affiliations:
- American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers - Member
- Austin Bar Association - Member
- Baylor Law Alumni Association - Member
- Collaborative Divorce Texas (f/k/a Collaborative Law Institute of Texas) - Member, Board of Trustees, President, President-Elect
- College of the State Bar - Member
- International Academy of Collaborative Professionals - Member
- State Bar of Texas, Family Law Section - Member, Life Fellow
- Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists - Member
- Texas Board of Legal Specialization - Legal Assistant Commission
- Texas College of Collaborative Law - Member
- Texas Family Law Foundation - Member
- Travis County Family Law Advocates - Member
- Volunteer Legal Services of Central Texas - Program Services Committee Chair, Board of Directors, Treasurer, Secretary
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers for:
- Collaborative Law: Family Law, Austin (2020)
- Family Law Mediation, Austin (2019)
- Collaborative Law: Family Law, Austin (2018)
- Collaborative Law: Family Law, Austin (2016)
- Family Law, Austin (2015)
- Collaborative Law: Family Law, Austin (2013)
- Family Law, Austin (2011)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America for work in:
- Collaborative Law: Family Law
- Family Law
- Family Law Mediation
Awards:
- Selected to the Texas Super Lawyers list, Thomson Reuters, 2005 – 2018
- Recipient of the J. Chrys Dougherty Award for dedication and commitment to access to justice for all, 2015
- “AV” rating, Martindale-Hubbell Legal Directory
State Clerkships:
- Texas - Court of Appeals
Special Focus:
- Collaborative Law
Additional Information:
Master Credentialed Collaborative Professional
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Firm Details
GoransonBain Ausley, PLLC
http://www.gbfamilylaw.com
Headquarters
8350 North Central Expressway, Suite 1700
Dallas, TX 75206
(214) 744.3983
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