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Cristi Trusler
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Biography
Cristi Trusler is a double Board Certified and highly experienced attorney that handles family law matters such divorces, custody issues, terminations, enforcements, child support and mediated settlements.
Prior to opening her practice, Cristi was an attorney with Munsch Hardt Kopf & Harr in Austin, Texas. Before that, she was with Jenkens & Gilchrist in Dallas, Texas, and at Silver Freedman & Taff in Washington D.C. Cristi is licensed to practice law in Texas, Maryland and the District of Columbia.
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Licensed in Utah for 2 years
State: Utah
Acquired: 2023
No misconduct found
Licensed in Texas for 28 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 27 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maryland for 28 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
Trusler Legal PLLC
3701 Bee Caves Rd #104, Austin, TX, 78746
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Posted by anonymous | January 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
A Better Way to Divorce
Trusler really does offer a better divorce experience. After 30 years, we agreed to part ways and were able to compromise on the details with Trusler's online tools. The fees were reasonable and we just followed their format and worked through the issues, consulting our paralegal as needed along the...
Posted by Taylor | January 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
A dad who WON custody of his child in TX!
I HIGHLY recommend Cristi Trusler for family law, particularly custody cases. Cristi, along with her phenomenal paralegal worked countless months/hours and put forth everything they had to ensure that all of the facts were conveyed in court. We had many obstacles to overcome where the county our ...
Posted by Leaf | October 21, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Knowledgeable and understanding
Everyone at the Trusler law firm is courteous, responsive and understanding. Not everyone makes the time to go the extra mile. Somehow, this group led by Cristi Trusler always goes above and beyond. It seemed like they took special care of me like I mattered to them and I wasn't just another case. ...
Posted by anonymous | October 21, 2014 | Family
Best Lawyer in Austin!
I imagine divorce can be a scary and confusing time for most people. As for me, I am also one to live my life in denial. Cristi was able to manage my fear, confusion, and denial and hold my had through this difficult time in my life and my children's lives. I can't imaging anyone I'd like to guide...
Posted by Audrey | September 25, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Very understanding and patient
I can definitely recommend Trusler Legal. My husband and I were no longer compatible after 2 kids and being married for 14 years. The divorce process is complicated, but the staff was very understanding, compassionate and patient with me. Cristi fully understood my concerns for my children and made ...
Cristi Trusler's Lawyer Endorsements
"I’ve worked with Cristi Trusler in divorce cases for over a decade. I have had multiple Collaborative divorce cases with her and have mediated for her as well. She is a compassionate and knowledge advocate and creative problem solver."
"Cristi is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation."
"I highly recommend Cristi for your child custody disputes. I have known her to go above and beyond in order to pursue the best legal outcome possible for her clients. I am impressed by her dedication to work tirelessly and even after hours in order to prepare herself and her client for this process that can often be complex and daunting. She provides a combination of experience and skill that suits any client."
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"Cristi Trusler is a highly skilled attorney well respected within the legal community. She provides excellent answers on Avvo and I fully endorse her."
"I highly endorse this attorney, While maintaining excellent client service and ethics, they are a well-respected member of the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Trusler demonstrates exceptional knowledge of family law issues. She also provides outstanding advice and insight into legal issues."
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"I would highly recommend Cristi. She is extremely knowledgeable in the field of family law and knows how to tackle complex legal issues. She is friendly, honest, hard working and well respected by her peers."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. She is extremely professional and knowledgeable about family law. I have had Ms. Trusler as opposing counsel in several cases, and I would not hesitate to refer someone to her. She is a compassionate and experienced attorney."
"Knowledgeable about divorces and related subissues. Helpful and friendly when another lawyer has a question, so I imagine equally helpful to her clients."
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Experience
Honors
2022
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2020
Board Certified in Child Welfare Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
2009
Rising Star, SuperLawyer
2008
Rising Star, SuperLawyer
2007
Board Certified - Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
N/A
Masters Level Certified Attorney Practitioner, Collaborative Divorce Texas
Work Experience
2001 - Present
Owner, Trusler Legal, PLLC
2003 - 2007
Of Counsel, Garlick, Harrison & Markison
1999 - 2001
Associate, Munsch Hardt Kopf & Harr, PC
1997 - 1999
Associate, Jenkins & Gilchrist
1996 - 1997
Associate Attorney, Silver, Freedman & Taff, LLP
Associations
2014 - Present
American Bar Association
2014 - Present
Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (Texas chapter)
2010 - Present
Texas College of Collaborative Law
2005 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsLeadership Academy
2004 - Present
College of the State Bar of Texas
2003 - Present
Collaborative Law Institute of Texas
2001 - Present
Daughters of the American Revolution
2001 - Present
Junior League of Austin
1999 - Present
Austin Bar AssociationBoard Member
1989 - Present
Kappa Kappa Gamma
State Bar College
Member
State Bar of Texas
Member
Texas Women Lawyers
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Pribyl v Prybl
Reversed and Rendered
Education
1996
Georgetown University Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
Texas Tech University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
The Art of Holding Hope; Using Collaborative Skills to Open Doors; 15th Annual Networking and Educational Forum
Paying it Forward: Lessons Learned from the Leadership Academy, Part 2
2014
State Bar of Texas Family Law Essentials in Tyler, TX
Demystifying Tax Returns
2011
State Bar of Texas/Collaborative Law Institute of Texas Spring Conference, Dallas TX
Appeal of a Collaborative Case-The Pribyl Case
2011
State Bar of Texas/Collaborative Law Institute of Texas Collaborative Law 101
Contrasting Adversarial v. Collaborative Practice
2011
State Bar of Texas Family Law Essentials-Waco
Trying the Property Case on a Shoestring
2011
State Bar of Texas Family Law Essentials-Kingsville, TX
Trying The Property Case on a Shoestring
2010
Practitioners For Collaborative Family Law (PCFL)
Pribyl Case -Trial and Appeal of a Collaborative Case
2010
Family Law Essentials in Killeen
Jurisdiction Jeopardy! Jurisdiction, Standing, UCCJEA, UIFSA, 3rd Parties, and the Ever-Dreaded “Hague Convention
2009
State Bar of Texas Family Law Essentials in Victoria, Texas
Third Party Custody Cases
2009
State Bar of Texas Family Law Essentials in Marble Falls, Texas,
Maximizing Results at Mediation
2009
Family Law Essentials, Marble Falls
Maximizing Results at Mediation
2009
Family Law Essentials in Victoria, Texas
Third Party Custody Cases State Bar of Texas Family Law Essentials
2009
Family Law Essentials in Stephenville
Maximizing Results at Mediation State Bar of Texas Family Law Essentials in Stephenville
2006
Why Collaborative Law?
Why Collaborative Law?
2004
Interest Based Negotiations in Collaborative Law
Collaborative Law Mini Training
Interest Based Negotiations in Collaborative Law Collaborative Law Mini Training, for the
Publications
2013
The Smart Texans Guide to a No Nonsense Divorce
The Smart Texans Guide to a No Nonsense Divorce
1995
Georgetown Journal of Legal Ethics
Current Developments: Recent Opinions From the ABA Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
How should a therapist respond to a subpoena requesting all communications?
04 Sep 2025
Q&A
Does non-custodial parent need to feed children on 4 hour unsupervised visit?
06 Aug 2025
Q&A
Can I get my son back if he chose to live with Dad for school to use his address? He's 17 years old and moved with Dad last year
15 May 2024
Legal Guides
Video Legal Guide
Is there legal separation in Texas?
24 Sep 2014
Video Legal Guide
Do I have to live in Texas to file for divorce there?
24 Sep 2014
Video Legal Guide
Can you hire one lawyer to handle your divorce in Texas?
24 Sep 2014