I work to help individuals avoid the courthouse in resolving their family law disputes. Divorces and modification suits are hard enough without burdening the couple with the gristmill of litigation. I firmly believe that, equipped with the right team of collaborative professionals to guide you, you and your spouse will be able to negotiate an agreement that is more creative, more beneficial, and more satisfying than anything a perfect stranger in a black robe could devise.
Practice areas
Complex Property Division, Parental Rights, and Child Custody
29 years, 2,000 cases
Helping families resolve family legal issues without having to go to court.
29 years, 500 cases
Languages spoken
English
GoransonBain Ausley
7160 N. Dallas Parkway
Suite 650
Plano, TX, 75024
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 1994 | 05/28/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2020 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2019 |
Texas Super Lawyer | Thomson Reuters | 2019 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2018 |
Texas Super Lawyer | Thomson Reuters | 2018 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2017 |
Texas Super Lawyer | Thomson Reuters | 2017 |
Texas Super Lawyer | Thomson Reuters | 2016 |
Texas Super Lawyer | Thomson Reuters | 2015 |
Texas Super Lawyer | Thomson Reuters | 2014 |
Texas Super Lawyer | Thomson Reuters | 2013 |
Texas Super Lawyer | Thomson Reuters | 2012 |
Texas Super Lawyer | Thomson Reuters | 2011 |
Texas Super Lawyer | Thomson Reuters | 2010 |
Texas Super Lawyer | Thomson Reuters | 2009 |
Texas Super Lawyer | Thomson Reuters | 2008 |
BV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2008 |
Board Certified - Family Law | Texas Board of Legal Specialization | 2002 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Managing Partner | GoransonBain Ausley | 2016 - Present |
Partner | GoransonBain Ausley | 2011 - Present |
Managing Partner | Albin Harrison Roach | 2006 - 2011 |
Managing Partner | Albin & Harrison, PLLC | 2000 - 2006 |
Owner | Law Office of Curtis W. Harrison | 1998 - 2000 |
Associate | Beggs & Woodruff | 1995 - 1998 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Curt B. Henderson American Inn of Court | Master | 2011 - Present |
Collaborative Law Institute of Texas | Board of Directors | 2010 - Present |
Collaborative Law Alliance of North Texas | Member | 2005 - Present |
Dallas Bar Association | Member | 2004 - Present |
Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists | Member | 2002 - Present |
Collin County Bar Association | Member | 1998 - Present |
Collin County Bench Bar Foundation | Life Fellow | 1998 - Present |
State Bar of Texas | Member | 1994 - Present |
State Bar College | Member | 1999 - 2006 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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D Magazine | Ask the Expert – High Conflict Personality | 2018 |
Family Law Advisor Blog | Divorcing a Sociopath | 2018 |
Family Law Advisor Blog | Negotiating with Your Spouse | 2015 |
Family law Advisor Blog | Collaborative Divorce Doesn’t Promote Divorce | 2015 |
Family Law Advisor Blog | Does Social Security Incentivize Divorce? | 2014 |
Family Law Advisor Blog | 3 Things You Should Not Do In a Divorce | 2014 |
Family Law Advisor Blog | The Minimally-Invasive Divorce | 2014 |
State Bar of Texas, Advanced Family Law Seminar | Succeeding Collaboratively in a Soft Economy | 2011 |
State Bar of Texas - Collaborative Law Spring Conference | Getting Your Case from 0-60 | 2010 |
National Business Institute | A Roadmap Through Divorce Proceedings | 2008 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Baylor University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1994 |
Baylor University | B.B.A. | 1991 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Advanced Training | An Inconvenient Truth: What the Legal System Tells Us About Children and Divorce | 2019 |
Dallas Bar Association, Alternative Dispute Resolution Section | What is Attachment Theory and How Does It Apply to My Divorce Case? | 2016 |
Dallas Bar Association | Attachment Theory and It’s Potential Impact to Collaborative Practice | 2015 |
Dallas Bar Association’s ADR Section Meeting | Capturing Benefits from the Collaborative Process Even When a Case Doesn’t Settle | 2012 |
37th Annual Advanced Family Law Course | Succeeding Collaboratively in a Soft Economy | 2011 |
Collaborative Law Spring Conference | Getting Your Case from 0-60 | 2010 |
Journey of Hope | Divorce, the Collaborative Way | 2009 |
Mediation and Conflict Resolutions Studies | Divorce Mediation Training | 2009 |
Case name | Outcome |
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In re: D.F. et al. | Agreed divorce, boundaries for parents and children established, and precautionary protocols established. |
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Michael Wysocki, Family Attorney on Aug 26, 2011
Relationship: Co-worker
Curtis does it right - because it's right. He adheres to strong moral and ethical principles. If character is easier kept than recovered, Curtis can take it easy.
David Hughey, Family Attorney on Dec 11, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer as I have had several cases with him in which I found him to be very professional, knowledgeable and a man of faith. I believe at all times he will be zealous for a client and supports his passion for his case with his work ethic.
Gregory Mack, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 2, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Curtis is the consummate professional in every sense of the word. I highly recommend Curtis for anyone seeking a skilled advocate in family law. I endorse this lawyer without reservation.
Gerald Tadlock, Family Attorney on Dec 16, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I highly endorse Mr. Harrison. We have had a case opposite each other, and he worked hard to resolve tough issues. Curtis is a great negotiator who puts his client’s interests first, but is also very talented in the courtroom.
Michael Waddington, Family Attorney on May 23, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Curtis. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Virginia Schaefer, Family Attorney on May 21, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Tommy Garrett, Family Attorney on Mar 11, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Mark Williamson, Family Attorney on Jan 6, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Curtis is an amazing attorney, highly regarded by his fellow lawyers and judges. I would recommend Curtis to anyone in need of a high caliber, professional advocate.
Thomas Daley, Family Attorney on Jan 6, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse Mr. Harrison. His knowledge of the law, commitment to resolving conflict, and professional integrity define the prototype of the admirable attorney that we all want to become.
Richard Price, Family Attorney on May 10, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Curtis is an excellent family law attorney with a wide breadth of experience. More importantly, he is one of the leading Collaborative Lawyers in North Texas. I highly recommend him.
Sharon Corsentino, Family Attorney on Sep 19, 2011
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
Curtis Harrison is an extremely intelligent and talented attorney who recognizes the value of helping parties in family law cases craft resolutions that will help preserve the integrity of their family.
Laura Roach, Family Attorney on Sep 4, 2011
Relationship: Co-worker
Curtis is an all around great attorney and person. I'm honored to know him and work with him. He fights hard for his clients without losing sight of the big picture. He is professional, knowledgable and courteous to all that work with him.
Howard Lewis, Divorce and separation Attorney on Sep 3, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Harrison is an exceptional attorney with a wonderful reputation. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly endorse him.
Jeffrey Yates, Family Attorney on Aug 30, 2011
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Wysocki, Family Attorney on Aug 26, 2011
Relationship: Co-worker
Curtis does it right - because it's right. He adheres to strong moral and ethical principles. If character is easier kept than recovered, Curtis can take it easy.
Marissa Balius-Uribe, Family Attorney on Aug 25, 2011
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Jeff Domen, Family Attorney on Aug 19, 2011
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I endorse this lawyer.