Best Lawyers in Texas, United States for Family Law
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Susannah A. Stinson has successfully handled and favorably resolved hundreds of family law disputes for a wide array of clients. Her decades of experience range from difficult divorces involving high net worth/complex property issues and emotionally-charged child custody matters, to paternity suits, modifications, protective orders, and pre- and post-nuptial agreements, to the many types of enforcement matters inherent in family law matters. In addition to being Board Certified by the Texas B...
Katie Custer is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Katie practices law in Houston, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Katie Custer since 2019. 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 Katie Custer is held by other lawyers.
Aimee Pingenot Key is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, and a partner at Goranson Bain Ausley in Dallas and Midland. With over 23 years practicing exclusively in family law, Aimee has been recognized in Best Lawyers in America for Family Law (2015–2026), Collaborative Law: Family Law (2024–2026), and Family Law Mediation (2025–2026). She has been selected to Texas Super Lawyers (2014–2025), the Top 100: Texas Super Lawyers (2017&...
As an associate attorney at Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson, Melissa Cowle represents clients in all areas of family law, including divorce, parental visitation, spousal support, property division, marital agreements, paternity and modifications. In her own practice, Melissa approaches those she represents with genuine concern and a desire to put them at ease. She understands those who come to see her are good people who may be at a particularly low point in their lives. She provides...
Shane Landers joined Mueller Family Law Group in 2018, beginning his career with the firm as a family law clerk for partners Jim Mueller and Rob McAngus. Based in Dallas, Texas, Shane practices exclusively in family law and represents clients in a wide range of matters involving divorce, child custody, and other family law issues. In recognition of his professional accomplishments, Shane was selected as Best Lawyer Under 40 by Dallas Magazine in 2023. He was also named to Best Lawyers: Ones t...
Caitlin S. Martinez is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Family Law, Family Law: Arbitration and Mediation, Litigation - Trusts and Estates and Trusts and Estates. Caitlin S. practices law in Denton, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Caitlin S. Martinez 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 Caitlin S. Martine...
Thinking back to when she made the decision to become an attorney, Caroline Near remembers her father, who taught her that getting the result you want could be accomplished through hard work and dedication. Practicing Family Law, Ms. Near knew that many of her clients would be coming to her during the hardest times in their lives. She wanted to be prepared to do all she could to help them. Less than a year after graduating law school, Ms. Near went into private practice, overseeing the manage...
Ryan Curington is a native-born Texan who brings a practical, grounded approach to his work as a family law attorney in Austin, Texas. After graduating from The University of Texas at Austin, he spent time living in New York City, where he attended Hofstra University School of Law on Long Island. While he gained valuable perspective during his time in New York, Ryan ultimately felt called back to Texas, where the culture and community felt like home. Upon returning to Texas, Ryan joined Bryan...
Arielle Rosvall is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Arielle practices law in Austin, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Arielle Rosvall since 2021. 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 Arielle Rosvall is held by other lawyers.
Natalie Domanic is a family law attorney with Bryant Colletti Kaplan Kinsler & De La Reza LLP in Austin, Texas. She represents individuals and families in a range of family law matters and is committed to helping clients navigate challenging legal issues with clarity, compassion, and practical guidance. Natalie earned her Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and Certificate in Paralegal Studies from the University of Cincinnati, where she was also a member of the women’s soccer t...
Karen Bryson is a family law attorney in the Dallas office of Goranson Bain Ausley. She represents clients in divorce, child custody, premarital agreements, family violence, modifications and enforcement, and adoption. Karen brings experience in both litigation and constructive resolution to her work. Trained in Collaborative Divorce and mediation, she helps clients evaluate the approach best suited to their circumstances. Some matters can be resolved through negotiation or a collaborative pr...
Tom Trahan is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Family Law and Family Law: Arbitration and Mediation. Tom practices law in Plano, Texas Best Lawyers has recognized Tom Trahan since 2026. 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 Tom Trahan is held by other lawyers.
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