We have not found any cost information for this lawyer
About Thomas
Biography
“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.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Fees and Rates
Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.
Search our directory
Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.
Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.
Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.
Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Texas for 57 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1968
No misconduct found
Location
GoransonBain Ausley
3307 Northland Drive, Suite 420, Austin, TX, 78731
Gallery
Ad
Transform legal challenges into solutions.
Connect now to review your situation.
Thomas L. Ausley's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
Not Yet Reviewed
Thomas L. Ausley's Lawyer Endorsements
"As good and ethical family lawyer as there is."
"I endorse Thomas. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal 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."
"Tom is one of the premier family law attorneys in Texas. He is a worthy opponent, excellent advocate and also a gentleman."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
No Endorsement Data Available Yet
This attorney hasn't created any attorney endorsements recently on Avvo.
Experience
Honors
2020
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2019
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.
2018
Outstanding 50 Year Lawyer Award, Texas Bar Foundation
2018
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2018
Top 50: Central/West Texas Region Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters
2018
Texas Super Lawyers list, Thomson Reuters
2018
Texas Super Lawyers list, Thomson Reuters
2017
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
2016
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
2015
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
2014
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2014
Texas Super Lawyers list, Thomson Reuters
2013
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
2012
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
2011
Texas Super Lawyers list, Thomson Reuters
2011
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2010
Texas Super Lawyers list, Thomson Reuters
2010
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2009
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.
2008
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.
2007
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
2006
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2006
Texas Super Lawyers list, Thomson Reuters
2005
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2005
Texas Super Lawyers list, Thomson Reuters
2004
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
2003
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2003
Texas Super Lawyers list, Thomson Reuters
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
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
Associations
2002 - Present
Collaborative Family Law Institute of Texas \ Board of DirectorsMember
Collaborative Family Law Practitioners
Member
State Bar of Texas
Member
Family Law Council
Member
Texas Family Law Foundation
Member
Williamson County Bar Association
Member
Travis County Bar Association
Member
Travis County Family Law Advocates
Member
State Bar of Texas
Member
American Bar Association
Member
Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists
Member
International Academy of Collaborative Professionals
Member
American Board of Trial Advocates
Fellow
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
Fellow
Collaborative Law Institute of Texas
Member
2003 - 2004
Texas ChapterVice President
2002 - 2003
Texas ChapterSecretary
2001 - 2003
Travis County Family Law AdvocatesPresident
2001 - 2002
Texas ChapterTreasurer
1992 - 1994
Dispute Resolution Center \ Board of DirectorsMember
Education
1968
University of Texas School of Law
LL.B - Bachelor of Laws
N/A
Texas Tech University
B.B.A.
Speaking Engagements
2019
Advanced Family Law Course
Professionalism: Lessons Learned
2013
Advanced Family Law Course
The Professional Practice
2010
Marriage Dissolution Course 101
Temporary Orders: What You Can Get and How to Get It
2008
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
2006
Texas Advanced Paralegal Seminar
Professionalism & Ethics for Paralegals
2005
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
2004
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
2003
Williamson County Bar Association CLE Course
Collaborative Family Law
2003
State Bar of Texas, Advanced Family Law Course
Characterization Presumptions & Tracing Methods
2000
State Bar of Texas Legal Assistant’s University—Discovery for Family Law
One Year Later: How the New Rules Apply to Family Law
1999
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
1997
State Bar of Texas, Advanced Family Law Course
Valuations and Appraisals
1993
Volunteer Legal Services of Central Texas, Divorce Basics Seminar
Initial Client Interview and Knowing Your Client
Publications
1998
Unknown
Winning Techniques in Family Law Litigation
Languages
Spanish