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4 Goranson Bain Ausley Attorneys Named to 2024 Fort Worth Magazine Top Attorneys List

Chris Nickelson, Gary L. Nickelson, Cassidy Pearson, Cindy V. Tisdale | November 18, 2024

Goranson Bain Ausley, the largest family law firm in Texas, is proud to announce that attorneys Gary Nickelson, Chris Nickelson, Cassidy Pearson, and Cindy Tisdale have been named to Fort Worth Magazine’s 2024 Top Attorneys list. These highly respected family law attorneys reflect the firm’s commitment to outstanding legal representation and a positive impact on clients and their families.

Each year, Fort Worth Magazine curates its Top Attorneys list through peer nominations, inviting Fort Worth-area attorneys to identify professionals they would trust with their own legal needs or those of their family members.

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“We are honored by this recognition from our peers in the Fort Worth legal community. It underscores the trust and respect our attorneys have earned through their commitment to quality service and successful outcomes.”

Lindley Bain – Managing Partner, Goranson Bain Ausley

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Attorney Highlights:

• Chris Nickelson is a double Board Certified in Family Law and Civil Appellate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, experienced in high-net-worth divorces, complex property division, and high-conflict cases involving personality disorders. Known for his strategic approach, Nickelson often assists other attorneys with complex cases. He was honored with the prestigious Dan Price Award for his contributions to family law and has been recognized as a Top Attorney by Fort Worth Magazine since 2007.
• Gary L. Nickelson brings over 50 years of experience in high-net-worth divorce, complex property division, and business valuations. A past president of both the Texas and national chapters of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, Nickelson has received the Sam Emison and Dan Price awards for his contributions to Texas family law and has been recognized as a Top Attorney by Fort Worth Magazine since 2007.
• Cassidy Pearson focuses on contested divorce, complex custody disputes, and high-stakes property cases. Known for her client-centered approach, she works with professionals and their families to protect children’s best interests and minimize the impact of divorce. Recognized as a Top Attorney by Fort Worth Magazine since 2023 and a Super Lawyers Rising Star, Pearson blends empathy and tenacity in her practice.
• Cindy V. Tisdale is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, experienced in high-net-worth divorces, complex property cases, and contested custody disputes. As the immediate past president of the State Bar of Texas and recipient of the 2023 Dan Price Award, Tisdale provides strategic guidance to clients in Midland, Fort Worth, Granbury, and surrounding areas. Tisdale was Selected to the “Top 50: Women Texas Super Lawyers” List, Thomson Reuters, 2024.

The attorneys at Goranson Bain Ausley are united in their dedication to providing efficient and constructive solutions to family law matters, prioritizing the well-being of children, preserving relationships, and instilling confidence in their clients’ futures.

About Goranson Bain Ausley

Founded over 40 years ago, Goranson Bain Ausley is the largest family law firm in Texas, with offices in Dallas, Plano, Fort Worth, Granbury, Midland, and Austin. The firm handles complex family law cases with a combination of compassionate client service, exceptional legal acumen, and strategic advocacy, providing clients with effective solutions to protect assets, control costs, and achieve optimal outcomes.

In 2025, Goranson Bain Ausley was named a Best Law Firm by Best Lawyers® in family law and family law mediation. The firm was also voted the No. 1 Family Law firm in Austin and Dallas by Texas Lawyer’s Best of 2024 and recognized as a Best Place to Work by the Dallas and Austin Business Journal.