Ryan Bauerle, Family Law Attorney in Plano, Texas
Over 15 years of legal practice
Plano, TX
Practicing family law in Plano since 2011.
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Ryan Bauerle is an attorney based in Plano, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Family Law. Ryan has over 15 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Plano, TEXAS
- Experience
- over 15 years
- Known for
- Family Law
- Handles Family Law matters from Plano, TEXAS.
- Over 15 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026).
About Ryan Bauerle: Ryan Bauerle is an attorney based in Plano, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Family Law. Ryan has over 15 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Ryan takes on
Ryan concentrates on family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ryan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Family Law cases in Plano, Texas
Ryan takes family law matters in Plano, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ryan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Ryan Bauerle — family law lawyer in Plano
Ryan Bauerle is an attorney based in Plano, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Family Law. Ryan has over 15 years of legal experience.
Ryan R. Bauerle is a Partner at Goranson Bain Ausley in Plano, Texas, Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
He has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America© for Family Law (2024–2026), following inclusion in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch© (2020–2023).
Ryan is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, the International Academy of Family Lawyers, and the American Bar Foundation, and is also active in the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals and the Texas Family Law Foundation.
His practice centers on high-net-worth divorce, complex property division, business valuation, contested custody, Collaborative Divorce, and marital agreements. He serves on the State Bar of Texas Family Law Section Council and in a leadership role with the ABA Family Law Section.
How Ryan handles family law matters
Ryan R. Bauerle is a Partner at Goranson Bain Ausley in Plano, Texas, Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America© for Family Law (2024–2026), following inclusion in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch© (2020–2023). Ryan is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, the International Academy of Family…
Who Ryan represents
Ryan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for family law matters in Plano and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Regent University
J.D. · 2011
Southern Methodist University
B.B.A. · 2008
Jurisdictions
Ryan's state bar admissions
District of Columbia
2012 · ACTIVE
Texas
2011 · ACTIVE
Ryan studied at J.D. in Regent University and B.B.A. in Southern Methodist University.
Law school and academic background
Ryan completed J.D. in Regent University and B.B.A. in Southern Methodist University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ryan runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Ryan has received 9 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — in America
2026
Best Lawyers in America — from 2021-2023 for work in:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law - 2023
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law - 2022
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law - 2021
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected to the Texas Rising Star list, Thomson Reuters, 2020 & 2021
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — in America (2026). Best Lawyers in America — from 2021-2023 for work in: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Family Law - 2023 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Family Law - 2022 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Family Law - 2021 (2026).
Locations
Ryan Bauerle's office in Plano
Ryan's primary office is at 7160 North Dallas Parkway, Suite 650, Plano, Texas, 75024. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Ryan Bauerle — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new family law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ryan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ryan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ryan's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Ryan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a family law attorney in Plano, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many family law matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Ryan
Ryan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in family law practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every family law matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Ryan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ryan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many family law practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ryan Bauerle
How much does it cost to hire Ryan for a family law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ryan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ryan offer a free consultation?
Ryan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ryan's office. Some family law attorneys offer free consults — check Ryan's current terms during booking.
How long do family law cases in Texas typically take?
Simple family law matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Ryan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ryan take my case if I'm outside Plano?
Ryan is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Ryan will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Ryan?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Ryan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ryan accepting new family law clients right now?
Ryan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Family Law attorneys serving Plano, Houston and Dallas in Texas
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