Atty. Beth E. Maultsby
Beth E. Maultsby has dedicated much of her life to helping families by serving as a judge, lawyer and social worker.
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Beth E. Maultsby is a Partner based in Dallas, Texas, practforg at Goranson Bain Ausley Family Law. They haand 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Texas (1987). Educated at St. Maryโs University School of Law (J.D. Honors, 1987) and North Texas State University (B.A. Social, 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Beth E. Maultsby has dedicated much of her life to helping families by serving as a judge, lawyer and social worker
- A partner at the firm since 2005, she practices all aspects of family law including complex property issues and child-related matters
- As a skilled problem-solver, Ms. Maultsby guides families through challenging issues such as substance abuse, mental illness, domestic violence, and child abuse
- Utilizing her extensive experience in working with families, she provides clients with the necessary resources to achieve rational, lasting settlements
- Recognizing Bethโs expertise, courts and other attorneys have chosen her to represent children in difficult family law matters
- She practices Collaborative Law and often assists parties in successfully mediating their family law disputes
- Prior to joining Goranson Bain Ausley, Beth served as the Judge of the 303rd Family District Court and as the Associate Judge of the 301st Family District Court
- Before her judicial service, Beth was a partner at the law firm of Gardere & Wynne, L.L.P. where she practiced family law involving complex property matters and child-related issues
- Before embarking on her legal career, Beth worked with children in crisis and was recognized as an expert in the field of child abuse
- Beth is a partner at GBA and an experienced divorce attorney in Dallas working out of our Plano and Dallas office locations
- Beth volunteers her time to organizations that deal with domestic violence in families and children in need
- She has authored numerous papers and spoken on numerous family law issues at different public engagements
- Honors & Awards Named the Best Lawyersยฉ Family Law Mediation โLawyer of the Yearโ in Dallas/ Fort Worth, Best Lawyers, 2019 Inclusion in The Best Lawyers in Americaยฉ in the field of Collaborative Law: Family Law, Best Lawyers, 2017 โ 2021 & 2024 โ 2026 Inclusion in The Best Lawyers in Americaยฉ in the field of Family Law, Best Lawyers, 2007 โ 2021 & 2024 โ 2026 Inclusion in The Best Lawyers in Americaยฉ in the field of Family Law Mediation, Best Lawyers, 2007 โ 2021 Selected to the โBest Lawyers in Dallas: Family Lawโ, D Magazine, 2007 Selected to the โBest Women Lawyers in Dallas: Family Lawโ, D Magazine, 2010 Selected to the Texas Super Lawyers list, Thomson Reuters, 2008 โ 2025 Named to the 500 Leading Family Lawyers List, LawDragon, 2024 โ 2026 โAVโ Preeminentยฎ rating, Martindale-Hubbell Legal Directory Articles Substance Abuse Cases: What Every Attorney Should Know About Drug And Alcohol Testing July 12, 2024 Personality Disorders and Mental Health Problems in the Family Law Court August 14, 2022 High Conflict Family Law Matters and Personality Disorders March 7, 2020 High Conflict Divorces โ What is the Cause?
- January 21, 2015 Preparing Your Client For The Social Psychological Or Home Study January 14, 2014 Publications & Speeches T3: TROโs, TOโs, TIโs Associate Judge Conference, July, 2005 Setting and Modifying Child Support, Analyzing the Not so Common Child Support Issues, Associate Judge Conference, 2004 Squeezing Blood out of the Turnip: Dividing Debt, 27 Annual Advanced Family Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 2001 The Mentally Incompetent Party, 36th Annual Advanced Family Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 2010 High Conflict Family Law Matters and Personality Disorders, 39th Annual Advanced Family Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 2013 Substance Abuse Cases, What Every Attorney Should Know About Drug and Alcohol Testing, 9th Annual Family Law on the Front Lines, State Bar of Texas, 2009 Preparing Your Client for Social Studies and Psychological Evaluations, 32nd Annual Marriage Dissolution Institute, State Bar of Texas, 2009 How to Prepare Your Client for a Social Study, Psychological Home Study, 8th Annual Family Law on the Front Lines, State Bar of Texas, 2008 Presentations High Conflict Family Law Matters and Personality Disorders, North Texas Families in Transition Practice Group, 2014 High Conflict Family Law Matters and Personality Disorders, San Antonio Bar Association Conference, 2014 High Conflict Family Law Matters and Personality Disorders, Tarrant County Bar Association Conference, 2013 High Conflict Family Law Matters and Personality Disorders, 39th Annual Advanced Family Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 2013 The Mentally Incompetent Party, 36th Annual Advanced Family Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 2010 Substance Abuse Cases, What Every Attorney Should Know About Drug and Alcohol Testing, 9th Annual Family Law on the Front Lines, State Bar of Texas, 2009 Preparing Your Client for Social Studies and Psychological Evaluations, 32nd Annual Marriage Dissolution Institute, State Bar of Texas, 2009 Professionalism in the Family Law Courts & Practice, Dallas Bar Association, 2008 How to Prepare Your Client for a Social Study, Psychological Home Study, 8th Annual Family Law on the Front Lines, 2008 T3: TROโs, TOโs, TIโs Associate Judge Conference, 2005 Setting and Modifying Child Support, Analyzing the Not so Common Child Support Issues, Associate Judge Conference, 2004 Squeezing Blood out of the Turnip: Dividing Debt, 27 Annual Advanced Family Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 2001 A View From the Bench: Temporary Hearings, 25th Annual Advanced Family Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 1999 Training for Associate Judges โ Handling the Big Money Cases, 24th Annual Advanced Family Law Course, State Bar of Texas, 1998 Child Support and Visitation, Pro Bono Family Law Training, Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program, Dallas Bar Association, 1998 Dealing with the Untrustworthy and Unqualified Expert, Family Law Practice Institute, University of Houston Law Foundation, 1996 Putting Power in Your Pen: Effective Drafting Techniques โ Family Law (A Practitionerโs Perspective) (A View from the Bench), Annual Meeting of the Legal Assistants Division of the State Bar of Texas, State Bar Convention, 1996 Dealing with Untrustworthy Experts: How to Challenge Them
- How to Exclude Them, Family Law Practice After the New Legislation, University of Houston Law Foundation, 1996 Professional Associations Community Partners of Dallas The Family Place (f/k/a Faith & Libertyโs Place) Advisory Board Jonathanโs Place Board of Directors Legacy Family Court Foundation Literacy Achieves Volunteer ESL Teacher, 2018 โ present Scholar Shot Board of Directors St. Maryโs Law School Alumni Board of Directors, 1999 to 2003
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Texas
Practforg law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Dallas are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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Beth E. Maultsby's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Goranson Bain Ausley Family Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Beth E. Maultsby practiced law?
Beth E. Maultsby has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Beth E. Maultsby go to law school?
Beth E. Maultsby earned their education at (J.D. Honors, 1987); (B.A. Social, 1976).
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Beth E. Maultsby's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.
Practice Areas
Collaborative Divorce
Divorce
Family Partner Violence and Divorce
Adoptions
Alimony & Spousal Maintenance
Becoming a Foster Parent
Business Valuation in Divorce
Characterization of Separate and Community Property
Child Custody
Child Support
Cohabitation Agreements
Complex Property
Contested Divorce
Dividing the Marital Home
Divorce for Business Owners
Divorce for Men
Divorce for Women
Family Law/Divorce Appeals
Grandparent Visitation and Custody Rights in Texas
Gray Divorce
High Conflict Divorce
High Net Worth Divorce
LGBT Divorce
LGBT Parenting Rights
Litigated divorce
Mental Health and Addiction in Divorce
Modification and Enforcement
Modifying Child Support
Negotiated Divorce
Parenting Schedules
Paternity
Pre-Divorce Guidance
Prenuptial And Postnuptial Agreements
Property Division
Uncontested Divorce
Visitation Rights
Education
J.D. Honors
St. Maryโs University School of Law
- 1987
B.A. Social
North Texas State University
- 1976
Awards
AV Preeminent
Bar Admissions
Texas
Admitted: 1987
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