About Elizabeth J. Ayala
Elizabeth J. Ayala is an accomplished family law attorney specializing in complex custody cases and protective orders. Recognized for her expertise and empathy, Elizabeth navigates legal intricacies from consultation to trial with a focus on securing favorable outcomes. Elizabeth’s pragmatism is manifest in her realistic perspective of and patience for de-escalating acrimony – qualities that have made her a sounding board for solutions in the law and its application to everyday family settings. Notably, Elizabeth is particularly skilled at understanding, handling, managing, and positioning difficult, explosive, and/or obstructive personalities considered roadblocks to progress. A parent herself, Elizabeth understands family dynamics and the ever-evolving nature of child custody issues. Awards and Honors Honors Avvo “Client’s Choice Award,” 2020 Texas Super Lawyer “Rising Star,” Thomson Reuters, as published in Super Lawyers Magazine and Texas Monthly Magazine, 2021, 2022 Austin Monthly, “Top Attorneys,” 2021
Education
Legal Education
- The University of Texas School of Law, Austin, Texas
- J.D.
- Honors: Pro-Bono Scholar – Torchbearer (100+ pro bono hours)
- Honors: Recipient, Judge Wilson Cowen Endowed Presidential Scholarship in Law
- Honors: Texas Law Professional Development Institute: Prepared for Practice, 2014 Participant
- Honors: State Bar of Texas, Law Student Division
Non Legal Education
- St. Edward’s University, Austin
- B.A.
- Honors: Dean’s List
- Honors: Alpha Chi National College Honor Society
- Honors: Psi Chi International Honor Society in Psychology
- Major: Psychology
Current Employment Position(s)
- Associate Attorney
Past Positions
- Evans Family Law Group, Associate
- Walters Gilbreath, Law Clerk
- University of Texas School of Law Domestic Violence Clinic, Student Attorney
- Research Assistant for Professor Jeana Lungwitz
- Love is Respect, Intern
Bar Admissions
- Texas, 2016
Other Affiliations
- Family Law Section, State Bar of Texas (Member)
- Family Law Section, Austin Bar Association (Member)
- Williamson County Bar Association (Member)
Attorney Details
| Full Name | Elizabeth J. Ayala |
| Firm | Coldwell Bowes, L.L.P. |
| Address | 2901 Vía Fortuna, Suite 450, Austin, TX 78746 |
| Phone | 512-774-6458 |
| Phone | 512-472-2030 |
| Website | www.coldwellbowes.com |
| New Clients | ✓ Currently accepting |