Goranson Bain Ausley Partner Achieves CDFA Designation to Aid Clients in Divorce Financial Matters

Lindsey Obenhaus Earns Certified Divorce Financial Analyst Designation

Goranson Bain Ausley proudly announces that Lindsey Obenhaus, a partner in their Dallas office, has successfully earned the Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® (CDFA®) designation. This new certification, awarded by the Institute for Divorce Financial Analysts, significantly enhances her expertise, giving her clients a more comprehensive understanding of the intricate financial issues that can arise during divorce proceedings.

Lindsey’s journey to achieving the CDFA® status complements her previous Board Certification in Family Law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. This combination of certifications emphasizes not only her legal proficiency but her specialized financial understanding, particularly in the nuanced realm of divorce cases.

Divorce is a dual process, legally and financially. For individuals facing such life-altering circumstances, the impact of decisions surrounding property division, retirement assets, and settlement terms can resonate far beyond the dissolution of marriage. Through her CDFA® certification, Lindsey signals her commitment to helping clients navigate these critical issues, including understanding tax implications, retirement planning, asset division, and the lasting consequences of settlement agreements.

“Divorce is both a legal and a financial process,” Lindsey remarked. “I wanted to strengthen the financial perspective I bring to my clients’ cases. My aim is to empower them to see not just the immediate implications of a settlement, but also how their choices will influence their financial stability in the years to come.”

As a dedicated practitioner, Lindsey specializes in complex property division and represents a diverse clientele of business owners, executives, and high-net-worth individuals. Her experience extends to aiding women who have built significant wealth throughout their careers, as well as those whose spouses have predominantly managed the family's financial matters.

Throughout her practice, she has witnessed how financial uncertainty can complicate an already challenging transition. Even those who are quite accomplished may encounter unfamiliar financial landscapes when navigating divorce. Lindsey’s focus is to assist clients in gaining a thorough understanding of their marital estate, exploring their options, and playing an active role in decisions that shape their future.

She observes, “Many women enter divorce proceedings feeling as if they ought to have a greater grip on their finances than they truly do. I strive to ensure that they feel confident in asking questions, understanding their choices, and making informed decisions—shifting from a place of uncertainty to one of empowerment.”

Lindsey’s practice encompasses complex property division issues, business valuations, executive compensation, and even contested custody cases. Previously, as a prosecutor for family violence cases in Dallas County, she gained valuable litigation experience that she now applies in high-conflict divorce and custody disputes. The addition of her CDFA® certification notably enhances her financial perspective, serving to bolster her negotiations and litigation processes. She collaborates with forensic accountants and valuation specialists, rounding out her practice with a robust team of financial experts.

Her professional accolades include becoming a Fellow of both the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and the International Academy of Family Lawyers. Lindsey has also been recognized and honored by various publications, including The Best Lawyers in America in Family Law (2024–2027), Texas Super Lawyers (2024–2026), and D Magazine’s Best Lawyers in Dallas (2021–2026).

About Goranson Bain Ausley

Founded in 1987, Goranson Bain Ausley stands as Texas's premier law firm exclusively focused on family law, boasting over 55 attorneys across eight offices located in cities like Dallas, Plano, Fort Worth, Granbury, Austin, San Antonio, Midland, and Flower Mound. The firm’s attorneys assist individuals and families facing complex divorce situations, high-net-worth property division, child custody disputes, mediation, and family law appeals. With a reputation for legal expertise, strategic judgment, and unwavering commitment to clients, the team at GBA endeavors to help clients navigate profound family changes while safeguarding their interests and planning for their futures.

For more information about Lindsey Obenhaus and her practice, please visit Goranson Bain Ausley's website.