About Aimee Pingenot

Aimee Pingenot Key practices family law at Goranson Bain Ausley in Dallas, Texas — She has been a member of the State Bar of Texas since 2003. The firm, located in the heart of Dallas, focuses on divorce, child custody, and other family law matters across the region. She earned her J.D. from the University of Texas in 2003, following a Master of Science in Social Work from the same institution in 1998. Her undergraduate degree — a B.A. from the University of Texas at Austin — was completed in 1996.

Aimee's background in social work enhances her understanding of the emotional complexities involved in family law cases. Most of her practice involves divorce proceedings, child custody disputes, and collaborative law. Aimee is a Credentialed Collaborative Professional and is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Her expertise allows her to navigate complex family dynamics while providing effective legal representation. Cases typically involve negotiations, mediation sessions, and, when necessary, litigation in family court. Before becoming a partner at Goranson Bain Ausley in 2014, she worked as an associate at the firm starting in 2010.

Aimee began her legal career as a family law lawyer in 2003. Her experience in family law gave her the skills necessary to handle high-stakes cases, including those involving significant assets or contentious custody arrangements. Aimee is actively involved in several professional associations. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and the Dallas Bar Foundation. Additionally, she is a member of the Dallas Bar Association’s Family Law Section and the Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists. Her commitment to the field is further demonstrated through her leadership roles, having served as Vice President of the Collin County Young Lawyers Association and President of the Collin County Bar Association's Family Law Section.

In 2026, Aimee continues to contribute to the legal community through her work and involvement in various organizations. She is dedicated to advancing the practice of family law and supporting her colleagues in the profession. Aimee's multifaceted background and extensive network of professional relationships make her a respected figure in the Dallas legal community.

Education

University Of Texas

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

2003

University of Texas - Austin

M.S.S.W.

1998

University of Texas - Austin

B.A.

1996

Languages

English (Spoken, Written)

Experience

Partner

Goranson Bain Ausley, PLLC
2014

Associate

Goranson Bain Ausley, PLLC
2010

Family Law Lawyer

McClure Duffee & Eitzen LLP
2003

Accepted Jurisdictions

Texas

Court Admissions

Texas Supreme Court State Supreme Court

Types of Cases Handled

divorce child custody collaborative law

Legal Services Scope

Negotiations Mediation Litigation

Certifications & Awards

Credentialed Collaborative Professional

Collaborative Divorce Texas

Board Certified in Family Law

Texas Board Of Legal Specialization

Professional Associations

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

Fellow Current

Dallas Bar Foundation

Fellow Current

Dallas Bar Association, Family Law Section

has membership Current

Curt B. Henderson American Inn of Court

has membership Current

International Academy of Collaborative Professionals

has membership Current

Collin County Young Lawyers Association

has membership Current

Legacy Family Court Foundation

Board has membership Current

State Bar of Texas, Collaborative Law Section

has membership Current

Annette Stewart American Inn of Court

has membership Current

American Bar Foundation

Fellow Current

American Bar Association, GP/Solo Section

has membership Current

Junior League of Dallas

has membership Current

Legacy Family Court Foundation

Board has membership Current

Collaborative Divorce Texas

has membership Current

Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists

has membership Current

American Bar Association, Family Law Section

has membership Current

State bar of Texas, Family Law Section

has membership Current

Texas Family Law Foundation

has membership Current

Texas Bar Foundation

Fellow 2019 - Current

State Bar of Texas, Marriage Dissolution

Course Director 2017 - Current

Annette Stewart American Inn of Court

has membership Chair 2014 - Current

Collaborative Professionals of Dallas

has membership 2008 - Current

Dallas Bar Association, Collaborative Law Section

has membership 2003 - Current

Collin County Bar Association, Family Law Section

has membership 2003 - Current

Dallas Association of Young Lawyers

has membership/Leadership Class 2003 - Current

Collin County Bar Association, Family Law Section

President 2017 - 2018

Dallas Bar Association, Family Law Section

Board has membership 2015 - 2018

Collin County Young Lawyers Association

Vice President 2010 - 2012

Office Locations

Main Office

 8350 North Central Expressway Suite 1700 Dallas TX 75206

Office 2

 223 W. Wall Street Suite 251 Midland TX 79701

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