Gary Ashmore – Managing Attorney, The Ashmore Law Firm P.C.
Specializing in High Net Worth Divorce & Complex Family Law
Gary Ashmore is the Managing Attorney of The Ashmore Law Firm in Dallas, Texas, where he leads the firm’s Family Law division with a focus on high-net-worth and complex divorce matters. With over 30 years of legal experience, Gary represents executives, business owners, and high-asset individuals in cases involving substantial marital estates, business interests, and sophisticated financial structures.
Recognized as a SuperLawyers® honoree in Family Law for multiple years, Gary holds a perfect 10.0 rating on Avvo and has earned the AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell, reflecting the highest level of professional excellence and peer recognition.
His practice centers on complex divorce litigation, including the division of closely held businesses, executive compensation, investment portfolios, and high-value real estate. Known for his strategic approach and courtroom strength, Gary provides clear, direct counsel in high-stakes matters where financial exposure and long-term outcomes are critical.
Gary has also served as Attorney Ad Litem and Guardian Ad Litem in Texas courts and frequently handles cases involving the intersection of family law, financial, and estate considerations. He has contributed to legal education through publications and presentations on family and probate law.
A Dallas native, Gary brings deep local knowledge along with decades of experience, delivering discreet, results-driven representation for clients facing complex family law challenges.
Practice Areas for the Firm
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Family Law and Divorce
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Probate and Estate Administration
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Guardianships
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Real Estate and Business Litigation
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Personal Injury
Professional Experience
Gary has served as both Attorney Ad Litem and Guardian Ad Litem in numerous Texas cases and manages hundreds of Ancillary Probate matters for clients throughout the United States. His background in both family and probate law allows him to effectively handle cases where these two areas overlap — providing well-rounded legal insight for Texas families.
He has also:
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Authored and co-authored several publications on Family Law, Probate, and Personal Injury.
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Presented “What You Need to Know Before and After the Final Decree.”
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Co-authored and lectured at the Texas College for Judicial Studies on “Drop Me Off at the Probate Court on My Way to Family Court: The Overlap Between These Two Areas of Law.”
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Authored and presented “The Benefits of Collaborative Law in a Probate Case.”
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Appeared on WB Channel 33 and NBC News to discuss trending legal issues in the community.
Education
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Texas Wesleyan University School of Law (J.D., 1995)
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Texas A&M University (B.B.A.)
Bar and Court Admissions
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State Bar of Texas (1995)
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U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas
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U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
Professional Affiliations
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State Bar of Texas
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Dallas County Bar Association
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American Bar Association
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Texas Trial Lawyers Association
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Dallas Association of Young Lawyers
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Texas A&M Former Students Association
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Collaborative Law Professionals of North Texas
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Former Member, Association of Legal Administrators
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Martindale-Hubbell Lawyer Listing
About Gary
Born and raised in East Dallas’ Lakewood area, Gary Ashmore is proud to serve the same community where he grew up. A graduate of Jesuit College Preparatory School, Gary combines small-town values with large-firm experience, offering clients personal attention with professional precision.
While his sister, Lori Ashmore Peters—SuperLawyers -Estate Planning with over 25 years experience—leads the firm’s estate planning, probate, and probate litigation practice, Gary focuses primarily on Family Law, handling matters such as divorce, child custody, and support. He also represents clients in select personal injury and civil litigation cases.
His mission is simple: to help clients make informed legal decisions that protect their families, finances, and futures. Whether assisting with family law, probate, or guardianship matters, Gary’s deep Dallas roots and decades of experience make him a trusted advocate for families across Lakewood, East Dallas, and the greater DFW area.
Authority: Texas Family Code; Gary Ashmore, SuperLawyers - Family Law, Avvo 10.0 , AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell , Managing Attorney at The Ashmore Law Firm (Dallas, TX).