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Lerrin Reinecke, Family Law Attorney at Goranson Bain Ausley's Dallas and Plano offices

About Lerrin Reinecke

Parents working through a divorce often worry most about one thing: their children. Lerrin Reinecke is a family law attorney at Goranson Bain Ausley, recognized by Best Lawyers and Texas Super Lawyers. She helps parents and families work through divorce and child custody, with particular care for the possession schedules that decide how children divide their time between two homes. A former Dallas County prosecutor who handled misdemeanor family violence cases, she also guides clients through matters where safety and high conflict are real concerns.

Practicing in Dallas and Plano, Lerrin focuses on the issues that affect children most in a divorce. Her work centers on parenting time, conservatorship, and the developmentally appropriate possession schedules that young children need. She understands modern families in their many forms. She also helps clients find practical solutions to everyday realities, such as balancing work and parenting around a schedule that holds up over time.

Lerrin believes the choice of a lawyer is one of the most important decisions a client makes, one that affects every step that follows. She encourages clients to weigh their long-term well-being rather than the emotions of a difficult moment. She works toward resolutions reached through negotiation or collaborative law whenever that serves the family. Her years in the courtroom as a prosecutor mean that, if a matter does go to trial, her clients are well protected. Throughout, she works with clients and not just for them, helping them reach a stable foundation for what comes next.

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What Sets Her Apart

  • Courtroom Experience as a Former Prosecutor. Lerrin began her career in Denver, working with judges in civil, criminal, and domestic relations courts. She later prosecuted family violence cases as an Assistant District Attorney in Dallas County. That background informs how she addresses safety concerns and high-conflict situations today.
  • Concentration on Child Custody and Possession Schedules. Lerrin gives particular attention to possession schedules for children under three. The right arrangement at that age differs from what works for older children, a subject she covers in a firm video.
  • Committed to Constructive Resolution. Lerrin prioritizes negotiated and out-of-court resolutions that spare families unnecessary conflict. She turns to the court only when settlement is not possible.
  • A Family-Centered Perspective. One of six children and a mother of five, Lerrin brings a family-oriented perspective to the families she represents.
  • Contributor to Family Law Education. Lerrin has co-authored materials for statewide continuing legal education programs in family law.

Practice Focus

Lerrin advises clients across a range of family law matters, with particular focus on those involving children and the resolution of divorce:

  • Child Custody and Conservatorship. Counsel on conservatorship, decision-making, and parenting time. Lerrin keeps each child’s stability and long-term interests at the center of her advice.
  • Parenting and Possession Schedules. Representation in shaping possession and access schedules around each family. Lerrin gives particular care to arrangements for very young children, whose needs change quickly.
  • Divorce. Representation in collaborative, negotiated, and litigated divorce. Lerrin favors constructive resolution wherever possible, and protects her clients’ interests when a case must be tried.
  • Modification and Enforcement. Guidance in modifying or enforcing existing custody, support, and possession orders as a family’s circumstances change.
  • Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements. Drafting and review of agreements for couples planning marriage or addressing financial arrangements during it.
  • Family Violence and Divorce. Representation in divorce and custody matters involving family violence, informed by Lerrin’s experience as a prosecutor.

Recognition and Credentials

Lerrin has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America for Family Law (2024–2026) and selected to Texas Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters (2025).

She is a member of the Annette Stewart American Inn of Court and the Family Law Sections of the State Bar of Texas and the Dallas Bar Association. She has also been active in the Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program, the Dallas Association of Young Lawyers, and the Texas Association of Young Lawyers.

Lerrin has contributed to the continuing education of Texas family lawyers, co-authoring course materials on premarital agreements (Advanced Family Law Course, 2019), the drafting of child custody evaluation orders (2015), and the use of trial exhibits (2013).

Frequently Asked Questions

What Types of Family Law Cases Does Lerrin Reinecke Handle?

Lerrin represents parents and spouses in divorce and child-related matters. Her focus is custody, possession and parenting schedules, and modification and enforcement. She works toward negotiated and collaborative resolutions whenever possible and represents clients in contested matters when necessary. Her work also includes premarital and postmarital agreements and divorces involving family violence.

Does Lerrin Handle Contested Custody and Possession-Schedule Disputes?

Yes. Lerrin has significant experience with contested custody and possession-schedule matters. She advises parents on conservatorship, parenting time, and access, including schedules suited to the needs of infants and toddlers. When a schedule is contested, she keeps the focus on what keeps the arrangement stable for the children.

When Does Lerrin Recommend a Collaborative or Negotiated Divorce?

Lerrin is trained in collaborative law and recommends it when both spouses are willing to work constructively, since it can spare a family the cost and strain of a contested case. When that approach is not realistic, she draws on her courtroom background to protect her clients’ interests in court.

Does Lerrin’s Background as a Prosecutor Help in Cases Involving Family Violence?

Yes. Before entering family law, Lerrin prosecuted misdemeanor family violence cases for Dallas County. That background helps her recognize genuine safety concerns, present them clearly to the court, and prepare a matter thoroughly when it cannot be resolved another way.

What Does It Cost to Work With Lerrin?

Goranson Bain Ausley works on a retainer and hourly billing model. Because every custody and divorce matter is different, retainer amounts vary based on the complexity of the issues involved and the anticipated scope of representation. During an initial consultation, clients receive information about the firm’s fee structure and what to expect throughout the process.

Client Reviews

I had the pleasure of working with Ryan, Lerrin, and Victoria who were all amazing! All three of them were knowledgeable, professional, and looked out for my best interest. If I could go back, I would have started with GBA from the beginning, and they will be who I choose should I need representation in the future. If you are looking for great representation, I recommend stopping your search here and choosing GBA. A big thank you Ryan, Lerrin, and Victoria who were an absolute dream team when I needed it the most! – Gabriela B.
Lerrin Reinecke represented me (with Marsha Kiss as paralegal) and helped me every step of the way through the hell that is divorce. She was incredibly responsive, supportive, knowledgeable, and pragmatic throughout the process. She listened with kindness, commiseration, and never judgment. I truly credit her and her coworker Lindsey Obenhaus with the strong mediation settlement we reached and the position of power we entered with. She definitely over prepares and thinks through all the contingencies before you even get to the next step. I will forever be grateful for her during one of the most difficult periods of my life. She gets all the stars! – Brenna P.
I went through a divorce in 2024. After having initial consultations with a few firms, I found Lerrin at Goranson Bain Ausley. From our initial conversation, I felt very comfortable. Divorce is tough and there are days you don’t feel like dealing with the messy details. Lerrin and Marsha were great helping me through those days and pushing me forward all the way to the finish line. I think the best thing about Lerrin is that she’s a great mix of aggressive, diplomatic and caring. She know when to give, when to compromise and when to say no. I highly recommend GBA. – Alexander N.
I have used three lawyers at this firm. One for first divorce, one for prenup of second marriage, and one for second divorce. They are not the cheapest, but they are efficient and waste no time, which ultimately saved me money. I highly recommend them. – Ryan A.
I had a great experience with Goranson Bain Ausley while going through my divorce proceedings. I worked with Rachel and Lerrin and from the first meetings, they were attentive and detail oriented, answering my many questions and guiding me through the process. My divorce was pretty straight forward, but they were ready for a multitude of contingencies, just in case. Thank you to everyone at GBA who made this horrible process as painless as possible. – Bianca A.
Lerrin, you’re awesome. Thanks for being patient, explaining processes and being available throughout, from beginning to end. – Lucia A.

Beyond the Practice

Lerrin is a member of the Dallas County Medical Society Alliance. Away from the office, she enjoys spending time with her close-knit family and her husband, an eye surgeon in Dallas.

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