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University Park Resident Beth Maultsby Named One of 'The Best Women Lawyers in Dallas' By D Magazine

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DALLAS - University Park resident Beth Maultsby, a partner at the law firm Goranson, Bain, Larsen, Greenwald, Maultsby & Murphy PLLC, has been recognized by D Magazine as one of "The Best Women Lawyers in Dallas." The latest results were announced in the May 2010 edition of the publication. Nominations for the award are compiled by referrals from other Texas lawyers within the primary area of practice and then evaluated by a panel of eminent lawyers who met with the D Magazine editors to determine the list. Ms. Maultsby was recognized in the Family Law category.

"It's a wonderful compliment to be recognized by my peers," said Maultsby. "I would also like to congratulate all of the other honorees who join me on the list for all they do in bringing excellence to our profession."

Beth has been dedicated to helping families for more than 30 years by serving as a judge, lawyer and social worker. She specializes in handling cases involving issues of substance abuse, mental illness, domestic violence, and abuse of children. Beth has been appointed by courts and retained by other attorneys to represent children in difficult family law matters. Her practice includes all aspects of family law including complex property issues and child-related matters. She often serves as a mediator and practices Collaborative Law.

About Goranson Bain

Goranson, Bain, Larsen, Greenwald, Maultsby & Murphy, PLLC is a family law firm committed to providing supportive, skilled representation for individuals in complex family law matters. Practice areas include divorce issues such as complex property matters; child custody; child support; premarital and post marital agreements; modification of custody and support orders; and enforcement. Known statewide for solving family legal issues with integrity, compassion and the ability to achieve peaceful, successful outcomes, the firm has two locations in North Texas - one in Dallas and one in Collin County. The firm also boasts three former family court judges, giving them the unique ability to analyze a case from a judge's perspective. To learn more, please visit www.gbfamilylaw.com or call (214) 373-7676 (Dallas) or (214) 473-9696 (Plano).

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Goranson, Bain, Larsen, Greenwald, Maultsby & Murphy, PLLC
8150 North Central Expressway,
Suite 1850
Dallas TX 75206
Phone: (214) 373-7676
Dallas Law Office

Plano Office

Goranson, Bain, Larsen, Greenwald, Maultsby & Murphy, PLLC
6900 N. Dallas Parkway, Suite 400
Plano TX 75024
Phone: (214) 473-9696
Plano Law Office