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Kris Algert is one of the most experienced Collaborative Family Lawyers in Austin and has been named Best Lawyers “Lawyer of the Year” for Collaborative Law in the Austin area in 2013, 2016, 2018, and 2020. She is a Master Credentialed Collaborative Professional by Collaborative Divorce Texas, is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, and is known for her constructive and respectful problem-solving approach to helping clients move forward with confidence after divorce.
Education
- Baylor Law School
- Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
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Professional Experience
- Partner
- Goranson Bain Ausley
- Current
Certifications
- Master Credentialed Collaborative Professional
- Collaborative Divorce Texas
- Board Certified in Family Law
- Texas Board of Legal Specialization
- Family Law
- Texas State Bar
Awards
- "Lawyer of the Year" for Collaborative Law: Family Law, Austin
- Best Lawyers
- Also awarded in 2013, 2016, 2018, and 2020
- The Best Lawyers in America, Family Law
- Best Lawyers
- Awarded since 2007.
- The Best Lawyers in America, Collaborative Law
- Best Lawyers
- Awarded since 2008.
- The Best Lawyers in America, Family Law Mediation
- Best Lawyers
- Awarded since 2008.
- Texas Super Lawyers
- Thomson Reuters
- Awarded since 2005.
Professional Associations
- American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
- Member
- Current
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- Austin Bar Association, Family Law Section
- Member
- Current
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- Baylor Law Alumni Association
- Member
- Current
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- Collaborative Divorce Texas
- Member
- Current
- Activities: Advanced Training, 2019 Board of Trustees, 2007-2013 President 2010-2012 President Elect 2008-2010
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- College of the State Bar
- Member
- Current
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- International Academy of Collaborative Professionals
- Member
- Current
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- State Bar of Texas, Family Law Section
- Life Fellow and Member
- Current
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- Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists
- Member
- Current
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- Texas College of Collaborative Law
- Member
- Current
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- Texas Family Law Foundation
- Member
- Current
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- Travis County Family Law Advocates
- Member
- Current
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- Volunteer Legal Services of Central Texas
- Program Services Committee Chair
- Current
- Activities: Program Services Committee Chair since 2005. Board of Directors, 2001- 2014 Treasurer 2005-2006 Secretary 2003-2004
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- Texas State Bar # 01012750
- Member
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- Texas Board of Legal Specialization
- Legal Assistant Commission
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Texas
- State Bar of Texas
- ID Number: 01012750
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Fees
- Credit Cards Accepted
Practice Areas
- Family Law
- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
- Arbitration & Mediation
- Family - Arbitration/Mediation
- Divorce
- Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
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