Atty. Gary L. Nickelson
Gary L. Nickelson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law.
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About Gary L. Nickelson at a glance
Gary L. Nickelson is a family law attorney based in Fort Worth, Texas, practicing at Goranson Bain Ausley PLLC. Educated at The University of Texas (J.D., 1972). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Thomson Reuters, Texas Super Lawyer, 2023 & 2024 (2026). Serands clients in Fort Worth, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Gary L. Nickelson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law
- Gary L., who practices law in Fort Worth, Texas, has been recognized since 1995
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Gary L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary L. Nickelson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Why local counsel matters in Texas
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fort Worth 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 substantive 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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