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Austin attorney Carolyn L. Collins has been practicing family law in Travis, Williamson and Hays counties for almost 40 years.  She has been board certified in Family Law since 1990.  Carolyn represents parties in complex family law cases including those which involve divorce, child custody, modification, enforcement, grandparent rights, spousal maintenance and adoptions.  Carolyn is an attorney with integrity.  She is an expert negotiator, but when a favorable settlement cannot be reached for her clients, she is a skilled litigator.  Carolyn is known for her calming influence and is often the calm in the middle of the storm.

Focusing on the future rather than the past results in better decisions, Lindley Bain, who heads up the Goranson Bain office in Austin, Texas, believes, and counsels divorcing clients to strive for healthy, attainable goals. Lindley concentrates on financially complex divorces and high-conflict custody matters. Lindley is board certified in Family Law. She practices both collaborative and traditional litigation with both creativity and compassion to address both their financial and emotional divorce.. Lindley recognizes the importance of managing the financial and emotional costs of contested family matters and divorces, and works to achieve the best possible outcomes for her clients. Relying on her background as an M.B.A. in Finance, Lindley offers a constructive and financially-minded approach to difficult family, property, and business issues. She develops long-term strategies and customized solutions for her clients, helping them to plan for retirement and their children’s education even as they solve immediate concerns such as separating property, obtaining an optimal financial package, and making parenting arrangements. Lindley uses her financial background and collaborative skills to assist non-married couples in crafting cohabitation agreements, parenting plans, pre marital agreements, and donor and surrogacy agreements that are tailor made to meet their individual and family needs and goals.. Drawing on her extensive experience in the courtroom and at the collaborative table, Lindley assists clients in evaluating their options to achieve their objectives and safeguard what is most important to them. Guiding clients to a place where they feel comfortable and confident in making decisions is a strength of Lindley’s counsel.. Lindley received her Bachelor’s degree from Austin College and her Juris Doctor and M.B.A. in Finance from Southern Methodist University.. Lindley practices in both the Austin area and Dallas area.

I was raised in the west Texas town of Abilene, where my dad was a Legal Aid Lawyer and my mom a probation officer for the county.  I received a Bachelor of Science degree from Southwest Texas State University in 2000 and was a case manager for adults with developmental disabilities after college.  I graduated with honors from Thurgood Marshall School of Law in 2006.

Being the child of divorce and having three children of my own, I understand how important the relationship between a parent and a child is. As a prent, you want to make sure that you are in your child's life and are there to see everything from their first steps to the day they graduate and get married. A divorce does not end that relationship. I was drawn to divorce anc custody work to make sure that my clients preserve those bonds.

Board Certified Austin divorce attorney specializes in divorce, modification, child support, enforcement, property division, custody, relocation and other complex legal matters in Austin, Texas, Williamson County, and Hays County.

As a board certified family law attorney, I and my team are here to get you through your family law matter.  I work to identify your goals and strategically representing you in the process. I have practiced law for 25 years and have worked with thousands of people during their divorce or other family law matter.  I am familiar with the lawyers and judges in our community.  I specialize in divorce litigation, collaborative divorce, custody issues, and high net worth estates.  I am committed to representing my clients in an assertive and effective manner with integrity.  Feel free to call my office to learn more.

I practice family law, including litigation, Collaborative Family Law and Limited Scope Representation.  I also mediates family law cases and Special Education cases as a contractor to the Texas Education Agency.

Courtney has exclusively practiced Family Law in Central Texas since becoming an attorney. She has represented clients in contested divorces, uncontested divorces, protective order hearings, child custody modifications, child support modifications, paternity actions, enforcements, and common law marriage cases. Courtney has also worked on a number of UIFSA and UCCJEA cases, or modifications of out-of-state custody and child support orders. Additionally, she has assisted with family law appeals and jury trial preparation.. Prior to opening her own firm, Courtney spent several years working for an established boutique family law firm in Austin. Before that, she was a certified law clerk directly representing survivors of domestic violence in family law cases through Bay Area Legal Aid and the King Hall Family Protection Clinic. She also gained valuable legal research and drafting experience with The Family Violence Appellate Project in Oakland, CA.

Ashley’s practice areas include Divorce, Child Custody, and Pet Custody. Ashley is an active member of the Texas Humane Legislation Network. Before joining Kirker Davis, Ashley worked as a law clerk with Sommerman, McCaffity & Quesada, LLP in Dallas on personal injury cases, including multidistrict litigation. Ashley also worked as an intern on U Visa and asylum cases at The Nelson Law Firm in Waco.. Ashley graduated from Baylor University School of Law. During law school, Ashley was a finalist in the Mad Dog Dawson Mock Trial Competition and a Quarterfinalist in the Mack Kidd Administrative Law Moot Court Tournament. Ashley was awarded the CourtCall Advocacy Award for her involvement with Baylor’s advocacy programs. Ashley won Third Place in the Ultimate Writer Competition. She was President of the Baylor chapter of Student Animal Legal Defense Fund. She was awarded the Bill Kimble Service Award for her volunteer work with Waco-area animal shelters.. Prior to attending law school, Ashley received her Master of Arts in Communication Studies and Bachelor of Arts in International Studies from Baylor University, where she graduated with honors. As a graduate student, she received an award for the Top Student Paper in Philosophy and Ethics at the Southern States Communication Association Convention. While pursuing her B.A., Ashley was a Quarterfinalist at the National Debate Tournament. She was also the first female debater from Baylor to be a first-round recipient to compete at the National Debate Tournament and the first female debater from Baylor to be invited to compete at the Kentucky Round Robin.

Lianna Garza Smith is a founding Partner of Deyerle Silva Smith, PLLC and has over 10 years of experience handling high-stakes family law cases including complicated divorces and contested child custody matters. Lianna regularly serves high net worth individuals and professionals in the Austin, Texas area and understands the unique challenges and complexities that come with high net worth divorces. Lianna’s extensive experience allows her to navigate even the most complex legal issues with ease, providing clients with the guidance and support they need during what can be an incredibly emotional and challenging time.. As an accomplished family law litigation attorney, Lianna has built a reputation for achieving exceptional results for clients through a deep understanding of the law, an unwavering dedication to excellence, and a fierce commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for every client. Lianna takes the time to fully understand each client’s unique situations and crafts a legal strategy that is tailored to their specific needs and goals. Lianna is highly skilled in negotiation and mediation, but also has a proven track record in the courtroom, making her a formidable advocate for her clients both in and out of court.. In addition to her legal expertise, Lianna is highly regarded for her professionalism and integrity in the legal community. She is committed to providing ethical and transparent representation to her clients, always keeping their best interest at the forefront.. Lianna was born in San Benito, Texas located in the Texas Rio Grande Valley. She lived there until moving to Austin to attend the University of Texas at Austin. She graduated with a B.A. in Philosophy, a B.A. in Sociology and a minor in English. She is a second generation Mexican-American and the first member of her family to graduate from college. After graduating, Lianna moved to Houston where she earned her Doctor of Jurisprudence from South Texas College of Law Houston in 2012 and was admitted to the State Bar of Texas that same year.. From 2012 to 2018, Lianna worked at two prestigious family law firms in Houston, Texas. During her time in Houston, she handled divorces involving family-owned businesses, multi-million-dollar estates, and contested child custody disputes. In 2018, Lianna moved back to Austin to continue to grow her stellar reputation in the Texas family law community as a trial attorney with her trademark client-focused approach and unparalleled work ethic. Prior to co-founding Deyerle Silva Smith, PLLC, Lianna was a Partner at Kirker Davis, a family law firm in Austin, Texas.. Lianna Garza Smith provides concierge-level legal services to clients across Texas and most often the following areas: Travis County, Williamson County, Hays County, Bastrop County, Bell County, Austin, Westlake, Lakeway, Round Rock, Georgetown, Leander, Cedar Park, Pflugerville, Lago Vista, Bee Cave, Buda, Kyle, and San Marcos.

Grant graduated from the University of Texas in 2010, with a major in Advertising and a minor in Business Foundations.  He then attended Texas Tech School of Law, where he was a member of the Texas Tech Law Review.  He received his Juris Doctor in 2013.. Grant began his career with the Bexar County Criminal DIstrict Attorney's office, where he quickly rose through the ranks to become a felony prosecutor in record time.  He spent significant time in a specialty Family Violence court, where he prosecuted cases involving domestic violence and substance abuse issues.  After getting priceless courtroom and trial experience, Grant followed his passion for the disenfranchised to Gray & Becker, P.C., where he devoted his practice exclusively to Family Law related issues.

David Moore has over 25 years of trial experience representing plaintiffs and defendants in highly complex cases in almost every aspect of the law. He has handled construction cases as large as $35 million in damages, and participated in the longest jury trial in Williamson County history resulting in a verdict in favor of his client. He was involved on the cutting edge of the development of bad faith law in Texas, with 3 landmark cases argued in the Texas Supreme Court. Today he devotes himself to the peaceful resolution of divorce cases, but has tried highly contested child custody cases before a jury when necessary.

Austin divorce lawyer Julia Martindill will be able to provide representation if you need assistance with a family law related case. Call my office to discuss your family's situation and the best possible legal approach.

Daniel A. Clark was licensed to practice law in Texas in 1997.  In 1999, he worked with the Child Support Division of the Texas Attorney General's Office.  In 2007, Daniel A. Clark started private practice and began serving the legal needs of the citizens of Travis and Williamson County, Texas.  Let Daniel A. Clark, put his legal experience to work for you and your family.  Call for a free phone consultation!