“My goal is to provide successful solutions to problems clients face and ease their transition to a different future and new beginnings.” — Thomas L. Ausley
Thomas L. Ausley is the founding partner of GoransonBain Ausley’s predecessor firm Ausley, Algert, Robertson & Flores, LLP. He has devoted his legal career to the practice of family law and has earned the respect of peers and judges alike for his unwavering integrity in guiding and advising clients. Tom was bestowed the prestigious Sam Emison Award by the Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists in 2013 in recognition of his significant contributions to the practice of family law and the Austin Bar Association’s Distinguished Lawyer Award in 2008.
Tom offers clients the experience and skill that only come from years of practicing family law. He primarily focuses on complex property cases, with a deep understanding of issues surrounding larger estates and closely-held business interests. Tom encourages clients to show compassion, especially where the best interests of children are concerned.
While Tom is a master litigator, he has a keen eye for creative solutions that keep clients out of court. Tom is known as an excellent negotiator who works through impasses to achieve successful resolutions. His goal is to reach an agreement that is favorable to his clients, whether through trial, settlement conferences, collaborative law, or mediation.
Board-certified in family law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, Tom is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, and served as President of AAML Texas Chapter in 2005-2006. Tom is also a Fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers, and a Member of the American Bar Association-Family Law Section, among an extensive list of memberships in professional associations.
A frequently requested speaker and panelist, Tom has authored numerous articles and taught family law courses for the State Bar of Texas. He received an “AV” rating in the Martindale-Hubbell Legal Directory, and was given the “Larry York Mentor Award” by the Austin Bar Association in 2016.
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Languages spoken
Spanish
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 1968 | 12/05/2020 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2020 |
Texas Super Lawyers list | Thomson Reuters | 2019 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2019 |
Top 50: Central/West Texas Region Super Lawyers | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2019 |
Outstanding 50 Year Lawyer Award | Texas Bar Foundation | 2018 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2018 |
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Top 50: Central/West Texas Region Super Lawyers | Thomson Reuters | 2018 |
Texas Super Lawyers list | Thomson Reuters | 2018 |
Texas Super Lawyers list | Thomson Reuters | 2018 |
Top 50: Central/West Texas Region Super Lawyers | Thomson Reuters | 2017 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2017 |
Texas Super Lawyers list | Thomson Reuters | 2017 |
Top 50: Central/West Texas Region Super Lawyers | Thomson Reuters | 2016 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2016 |
Texas Super Lawyers list | Thomson Reuters | 2016 |
Larry York Mentor Award | Austin Bar Association | 2016 |
Top 50: Central/West Texas Region Super Lawyers | Thomson Reuters | 2015 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2015 |
Texas Super Lawyers list | Thomson Reuters | 2015 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2014 |
Texas Super Lawyers list | Thomson Reuters | 2014 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2013 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2013 |
Sam Emison Award | Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists | 2013 |
Top 50: Central/West Texas Region Super Lawyers | Thomson Reuters | 2013 |
Texas Super Lawyers list | Thomson Reuters | 2013 |
Texas Super Lawyers list | Thomson Reuters | 2012 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2012 |
Top 50: Central/West Texas Region Super Lawyers | Thomson Reuters | 2012 |
Texas Super Lawyers list | Thomson Reuters | 2011 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2011 |
Texas Super Lawyers list | Thomson Reuters | 2010 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2010 |
Texas Super Lawyers list | Thomson Reuters | 2009 |
Family Law “Lawyer of the Year” in Austin, | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2009 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2009 |
Outstanding Fundraiser Award | Association of Fundraising Professionals, Austin Chapter | 2008 |
Texas Super Lawyers list | Thomson Reuters | 2008 |
Distinguished Lawyer Award | Austin Bar Association | 2008 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2008 |
Top 100: Texas Super Lawyers | Thomson Reuters | 2007 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2007 |
Top 50: Central/West Texas Region Super Lawyers | Thomson Reuters | 2007 |
Texas Super Lawyers list | Thomson Reuters | 2007 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2006 |
Texas Super Lawyers list | Thomson Reuters | 2006 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2005 |
Texas Super Lawyers list | Thomson Reuters | 2005 |
Good Guys and Gals Award | National Women's Political Caucus, Texas Chapter | 2004 |
President and Chair’s Courage and Integrity Award | Planned Parenthood Federation of America | 2004 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2004 |
Top 50: Central/West Texas Region Super Lawyers | Thomson Reuters | 2004 |
Texas Super Lawyers list | Thomson Reuters | 2004 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2003 |
Texas Super Lawyers list | Thomson Reuters | 2003 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2002 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2001 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 2000 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 1999 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 1998 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 1997 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 1996 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 1995 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 1994 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 1993 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 1992 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 1991 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 1990 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 1989 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 1988 |
Best Lawyers in America | Woodward-White, Inc. | 1987 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Collaborative Family Law Institute of Texas \ Board of Directors | Member | 2002 - Present |
Collaborative Family Law Practitioners | Member | N/A |
State Bar of Texas | Member | N/A |
Family Law Council | Member | N/A |
Texas Family Law Foundation | Member | N/A |
Williamson County Bar Association | Member | N/A |
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Travis County Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Travis County Family Law Advocates | Member | N/A |
State Bar of Texas | Member | N/A |
American Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists | Member | N/A |
International Academy of Collaborative Professionals | Member | N/A |
American Board of Trial Advocates | Fellow | N/A |
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers | Fellow | N/A |
Collaborative Law Institute of Texas | Member | N/A |
Texas Chapter | Vice President | 2003 - 2004 |
Texas Chapter | Secretary | 2002 - 2003 |
Travis County Family Law Advocates | President | 2001 - 2003 |
Texas Chapter | Treasurer | 2001 - 2002 |
Dispute Resolution Center \ Board of Directors | Member | 1992 - 1994 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Unknown | Winning Techniques in Family Law Litigation | 1998 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Texas School of Law | LL.B - Bachelor of Laws | 1968 |
Texas Tech University | B.B.A. | N/A |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Advanced Family Law Course | Professionalism: Lessons Learned | 2019 |
Advanced Family Law Course | The Professional Practice | 2013 |
Marriage Dissolution Course 101 | Temporary Orders: What You Can Get and How to Get It | 2010 |
Advanced Family Law Course | Getting to Closure and Managing Client Relations | 2008 |
Advanced Family Law Course | The Professional Practice: Yourself, Your Office, and Your Relationships with Others | 2008 |
Texas Advanced Paralegal Seminar | Professionalism & Ethics for Paralegals | 2006 |
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University of Texas Family Law on the Front Lines | Impaired Clients: Ethical Issues and Advocacy | 2005 |
The Hague Convention | Associate Judge’s Training | 2005 |
Collaborative Law Spring Retreat | Leadership and Self-Renewal for Collaborative Professionals | 2005 |
Advanced Family Law Course | Ethics & the Enhancement of the Attorney-Client Relationship | 2005 |
UT Family Law on the Front Lines Course | Collaborative Family Law | 2004 |
State Bar of Texas | Advanced Family Law Course | 2004 |
Collaborative Family Law Institute of Texas First Annual Retreat | Frequently Asked Questions and Issues in Collaborative Cases | 2004 |
Williamson County Bar Association CLE Course | Collaborative Family Law | 2003 |
State Bar of Texas, Advanced Family Law Course | Characterization Presumptions & Tracing Methods | 2003 |
State Bar of Texas Legal Assistant’s University—Discovery for Family Law | One Year Later: How the New Rules Apply to Family Law | 2000 |
State Bar of Texas, Advanced Family Law Course | Securing and Collecting What Your Client Got | 1999 |
State Bar of Texas Legal Assistant’s University | Modification in Family Law Cases | 1999 |
State Bar of Texas, Advanced Family Law Course | Valuations and Appraisals | 1997 |
Volunteer Legal Services of Central Texas, Divorce Basics Seminar | Initial Client Interview and Knowing Your Client | 1993 |
As good and ethical family lawyer as there is.
Michael Waddington, Family Attorney on May 24, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Thomas. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Carl Gunnstaks, Family Attorney on Jul 18, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I recommend Tom for Family Law matters and look forward to working with him in the future on legal issues of common interest I endorse this lawyer.
Samuel Bassett, Family Attorney on Jun 24, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Tom is one of the premier family law attorneys in Texas. He is a worthy opponent, excellent advocate and also a gentleman.
Lea Noelke, Family Attorney on Nov 18, 2011
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Charles Hardy, Family Attorney on Apr 23, 2011
Relationship: Friend
I endorse this lawyer.
Joe Milner, Family Attorney on Jan 31, 2009
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I have known Tom for 40 years. He is as good as it gets and is a lawyer's lawyer. His common sense approach to very difficult cases and his work ethic makes him preeminent among Family Law lawyers in Austin.