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Principal office in San Antonio, TX

Family Law & Estate Planning Law Firm

Helping Our Community in Need of Legal Guidance

When you are having family issues or want to prepare for the future, it is important to look at all of your options before pressing forward. With the stakes so high, you should consider all the available resources before making any decisions. When you are exploring all your legal options, it is beneficial to know that you have the guidance of an experienced family law and estate planning law firm in Texas.

As a native Texan, our founder, Laura D. Heard, has been serving our community as a lawyer since 1987. She has hand-picked a team of attorneys who not only bring decades of experience, but also share our love of Texas and our deep commitment to the families we represent. Our practice is built on a foundation of faith in God, which guides our commitment to serving every client with genuine compassion, unwavering honesty, and excellence in everything we do.

If you want help with matters involving child custody, divorce, mediation services, or inheritance matters, look no further than South TX Family Law. We provide compassionate counsel that is always geared toward our clients’ needs and well-being. We will do whatever it takes to ensure that any legal issue you are facing is resolved as quickly and painlessly as possible. Contact us today at (210) 775-0353 to get the help you need.

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How Can an Experienced Divorce Attorney Help Me Through the Divorce Process?

Going through a divorce is one of the most difficult things a person and a family can face. Emotions are often running high, with spousal conflict and concern for children combining to raise stress levels to overwhelming levels. A skilled divorce attorney like those at the law firm of South TX Family Law can take on some of the burdens of dividing assets, working out child custody agreements, and ensuring that you and your children have the support you need, both during and after the divorce. We will handle communicating with your spouse, if necessary, and will work to find a positive outcome for you and your children involved. Our attorneys have years of experience in handling divorce cases like yours, and we are skilled at minimizing conflict and maximizing positive results.

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Client Success Stories
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Julie Boren handled my case as she transitioned over to South TX law. She did a fantastic job in advocating for me and my child in our custody case. She was able to advise me in making the best decision for my child as well as making sure that everything was done and drafted properly. I felt truly heard as a mother and a client. She worked well after hours and weekends to help me. 10/10 would recommend her for family law to anyone who asks!

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– Kelsey D.

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I’m so grateful for the consultation I received. From the very beginning, I felt heard and respected. Julie was patient, compassionate, and incredibly knowledgeable. She broke everything down in a way that was easy to understand and made sure I felt comfortable. I truly appreciate her time and guidance.

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– Antonio.

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I would highly recommend Laura D. Heard, South TX Family Law for anyone navigating a divorce. The firm has solid administrative staff, attorneys, and a wealth of collective experience. I was represented by Ms. Cherrell Holmes who did great work representing me through my divorce. It could’ve gone in a couple of different directions. However, Ms. Holmes experience with family law and her calm demeanor made the experience a pleasant one. Thank You!!!

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– Samuel C.

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Ms. Marina Galvan is one of the best attorneys I have ever worked with! She answered every question with grace and completed everything in a timely manner. I will be recommending her to everyone I know!

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– Kayana G.

Can Your Attorneys Help Us Work Out Child Custody Arrangements?

The attorneys at the South TX Family Law Firm have the knowledge and the skill to help your family find the best answers to your child custody and child support questions. We keep the best interests of the child in mind at all times, of course, but we also strive to ensure that your child custody arrangement works for both parents, as well. We can help with parenting time arrangements, supervised visitation (if necessary), modifications to previous child custody arrangements, and any other issues that come up as you work out the best plan for your family’s current needs. We care about father’s rights, mother’s rights and co-parenting whenever possible, although we realize that sometimes for the safety of the children, one parent or the other requires more boundaries so we can also help with restraining orders. Even when there is disagreement about the details, we find that most often both parents want what is best for their children. Our attorneys have the tools to help you come to a child custody agreement that meets that goal and considers your needs, too. In mediation, we excel at crafting creative, customized solutions for families facing the difficult hurdles of addiction, personality disorders, or mental illness–ensuring the safety and stability your children need while protecting your rights and looking out for your economic welfare.

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Are Trusts Just for the Wealthy?

While trusts are certainly a stellar vehicle for wealth management for high-net-worth individuals, trusts can also provide excellent financial security for individuals and families of more modest means, particularly military families. Whether your goal is to transfer wealth with as little tax penalty and potential for loss as possible, to provide for a loved one with special needs, or to protect your assets when you or your spouse need long-term nursing home care, a trust can work to your advantage. Our knowledgeable and experienced estate planning attorneys can guide you into the kinds of trusts or alternatives that best suit your specific needs. We do not use a cookie-cutter approach; instead, we identify the right tool for your family’s unique situation, whether that may be one of the many different kinds of trusts, or a standalone Will, or a family partnership or LLC arrangement or a combination. We customize your estate plan to transfer wealth seamlessly from one generation to the next.

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Meet Our Team
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Julie Boren

Senior Associate
Attorney

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Laura D. Heard

Managing Attorney,
Owner

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Hector Cortes

Senior Associate
Attorney

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Marina Galvan

Probate/Estate Planning
Attorney

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Cherrell Holmes

Attorney of Counsel

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Sylvia Zavala

Paralegal

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Kimberly A. Hernandez

Paralegal

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Courtney Acevedo

Legal Assistant

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Alannah Lamb

Intake and Client Satisfaction Manager

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Hailey Harris

Intake Specialist

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Deana McMicken

Office Manager/Paralegal

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Marta Torres

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Senior Associate
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Is the South TX Family Law Firm Right for Me?

At South TX Family Law, we value the voice of every client we choose to represent. We will treat you with dignity and work tirelessly to earn your trust through dedicated service and mutual respect.. We know that when you turn to us for help it is because you need a firm with experience and competence dealing with family law and estate planning matters in Texas. If you are looking for someone who will listen to your concerns and offer the legal guidance that fits your needs, look no further than this firm. We take pride in putting our clients’ best interests first while still providing sound legal advice and representation because our firm motto is “Justice Flows from Truth, Compassion, Wisdom & Persistence.” Call us today at (210) 775-0353 to get started.

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South TX Family Law can represent people in court anywhere in the State of Texas, and we have appeared in courts from the coastal areas, the hill country, and all the way to the panhandle of Texas. With our main offices in San Antonio and surrounding counties, it is generally most economical for the clients to hire an attorney close to where the case will be filed. We frequently appear in the following counties and cities: Alamo Heights, Atascosa County, Austin, Balcones Heights, Bexar County, Boerne, Bulverde, Castle Hills, Castroville, Comal County, Converse, Deerfield, Edwards County, Elm Creek, Encino Park, Fair Oaks Ranch, Floresville, Guadalupe County, Hays County, Helotes, Hill Country Village, Hollywood Park, Hondo, Kendall County, Kerr County, Kirby, La Vernia, Leon Valley, Medina County, New Braunfels, Nueces County, Oak Meadow, Olmos Park, Real County, Rogers Ranch, San Antonio, San Marcos, Seguin, Shavano Park, Spring Branch, St. Hedwig, Stone Oak, Terrell Hills, The Dominion, Timberwood Park, Travis County, Universal City, Uvalde, Vista Del Norte, Wilson County, Woods of Shavano, and more.

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