also known as Aimee Pingenot Key, Aimee Key
With a compassionate focus and an eye towards the future, Aimee works with clients to skillfully assist them in identifying their goals and guide them towards a resolution in often complex and contentious family law matters. While many of her cases are aggressively litigated, Aimee's training in collaborative law ensures that client's priorities are defended, and that every step of the litigation is directed to reach that resolution in the most cost-effective and clear manner possible.
Having a Master's degree in social work provides Aimee with a unique ability to understand complex and novel custody issues and work with both clients and mental health professionals to identify what is at stake for the clients she represents. Whenever possible, she utilizes the collaborative process to craft a settlement that is more creative and personalized for her clients than is often obtained in a courtroom. Aimee uses the collaborative process as well as creative and personalized contractual agreements when working to resolve property and custody issues between same-sex couples whose marriages and relationships are not recognized by Texas courts at this time. Her compassion for families in crisis assures that she remains a tireless advocate for everyone she represents.
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8350 N. Central Expressway, Suite 1700, Dallas, TX, 75206
9 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Divorce & Separation
Posted by anonymous | July 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Do not hire
I hired Aimee for a high conflict divorce. She knew nothing about high conflict and was trying to get me to settle as soon as we started. She not only provided horrible recommendations, she also drew up settlements with wrong information! I was paying her to do her job correctly. She was horrible...
Posted by Miranda | October 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
She is the best attorney I could have ever asked for!
Aimee not only counseled me legally, she held my hand as I felt lost, scared and confused. I truly felt safe and taken care of with her representation and guidance. She created the perfect setting for my ex and I to co-parent beautifully. As a result, years later, our son has blossomed and appreciate...
Posted by anonymous | September 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Family Law Help
I hired Aimee to help me with my divorce and to help me with custody and support. She understood my concerns and helped me each step of the way. I felt supported, understood and protected. I never felt alone in the process and knew I had a tough lawyer looking out for me. I would highly recommend Aim...
Posted by John | August 19, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Pleasure to work with!
I hired Aimee to handle a suit filed by my ex-wife. She did a great job handling a very difficult ex. We spent one full day in mediation, due to the fact that my ex refuses to agree to anything. I was able to talk with Aimee and get to know her better during this time. She is very professional yet ...
Posted by anonymous | September 30, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
A Life Transformed
When I first met Aimee I was terrified. I didn't see the divorce coming and my spouse had already hired another top Dallas firm. He had deep pockets. I was a stay-at-home mother. I was in shock and ignorant about my rights. My life seemed to be falling apart and I felt helpless. I was immediately ...
"I endorse this lawyer. Aimee is a very aggressive attorney who puts her client's needs first. She was knowledgeable about the law surrounding the issues in the case and used a practical approach."
"What a great lawyer to work with! I always appreciate those attorneys looking to do the right thing for their clients."
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Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2019
Selected to the “Top 50: Women Texas Super Lawyers” List, Thomson Reuters
2019
Selected to the “Top 100: Dallas/Fort Worth Super Lawyers” List, Thomson Reuters
2019
Selected to the “Top 100: Texas Super Lawyers” List, Thomson Reuters
2019
Texas Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2019
Best Lawyer, D Magazine
2019
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2018
Texas Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2018
Selected to the “Top 100: Texas Super Lawyers” List, Thomson Reuters
2018
Selected to the “Top 100: Dallas/Fort Worth Super Lawyers” List, Thomson Reuters
2018
Selected to the “Top 50: Women Texas Super Lawyers” List, Thomson Reuters
2018
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2017
Texas Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters
2017
Best Lawyer, D Magazine
2017
Selected to the “Top 50: Women Texas Super Lawyers” List, Thomson Reuters
2017
Selected to the “Top 100: Dallas/Fort Worth Super Lawyers” List, Thomson Reuters
2017
Selected to the “Top 100: Texas Super Lawyers” List, Thomson Reuters
2017
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2016
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2016
Texas Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2015
Texas Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2015
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
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Texas Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2013
Texas Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
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Texas Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
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Texas Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
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Texas Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
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Texas Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
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Texas Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
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Texas Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
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Partner, GoransonBain Ausley
2003 - 2010
Partner, McClure Duffee & Eitzen LLP Attorneys and Counselors at Law
1998 - 2000
Teacher, Teach for America
2019 - Present
Texas Bar FoundationFellow
2012 - Present
Annette Stewart American Inn of CourtMembership Director
2008 - Present
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Collin County Bar Association, Family Law SectionPresident
2015 - 2018
Dallas Bar Association, Family Law SectionBoard Member
2011 - 2013
Collin County Young Lawyers AssociationNewsletter Director
2010 - 2012
Collin County Young Lawyers AssociationVice President
2003
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
M.S.
1996
BS - Bachelor of Science
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Enforcing and Modifying Family Law Orders and Decrees
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Trial Presentation
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Evidence 101 for Family Lawyers
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Creating Harmony
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Go Beyond the Forms: Effectively Drafting Family Law Orders
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Assisting with Child Custody Issues
2012
Family Law Case Update
2012
Family Law 101
2012
Legislative Updates and Family Law Code Updates
2012
Standing in Family Law
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Informed Consent in Collaborative Law
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Collaborative Law Basics and Legislative Updates
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