Top Family Lawyers Near Me in San Antonio Area

Attorney Paula D. Perez was born and raised in San Antonio, Texas. She obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree from St. Mary's University, San Antonio, Texas. After college, she worked as a Legal Assistant for three years before deciding to apply to law school herself. She obtained her Juris Doctor (Law Degree) from Texas Tech University School of Law, Lubbock Texas. After graduating from Law School, Attorney Perez worked as an Associate Attorney for a large Personal Injury Law Firm, where she represented clients involved in Mass Tort Litigation and Auto/Commercial Vehicle Accident Litigation. She then transitioned into a Corporate Compliance role for a Fortune 500 Company, where she managed Compliance for all of the Company's South Texas Storefronts. In August 2016, Attorney Perez opened her Law Firm. Since opening, Attorney Perez has represented Clients in a wide variety of cases, including but not limited to: Criminal Defense, Family Law, Personal Injury, Probate, Commercial & Business Litigation, Construction Litigation and Debt Collection. Her vast experience is a huge advantage, combined with her drive, dedication and passion fighting for each of her clients.

Attorney Monica G. Arriaga brings over ten years of legal expertise and knowledge to the Locke Law Group as Associate Attorney. Although she has extensive experience in multiple areas of the law, Monica will be focusing on providing experienced advocacy for her clients in our Family Law Division. Her biggest passion is being able to support her clients through an unfamiliar and sometimes overwhelming process.. Monica earned her Juris Doctor from St. Thomas University School of Law in Miami Gardens, Florida, graduating in 2008 and was admitted to the Texas Bar in 2009. She attended the University of Texas at San Antonio for her undergraduate work earning a B.B.A. in Accounting in 1997 and a B.A. in Political Science in 2005. She has Participated in the Community Justice Program as a volunteer from 2010 until 2011 where she did pro bono work for the San Antonio community.. Monica has been married to her husband for twenty-two years, has two grown children, and is a proud grandparent of five. She is also an animal lover and an avid dog enthusiast and trainer.

Attorney Enriqueta A. Perez attained her Master in Laws postgraduate degree at the University of Houston Law Center and earned her LLM in International Law. Attorney Perez acquired her Juris Doctor Degree from Thurgood Marshall School of Law where she graduated with high honors, Cum Laude, and held an Officer Position as Lead Articles Editor of Law Review.  Attorney Perez is published for her work regarding Collective Bargaining. Attorney Perez is a native San Antonian and the first in her family to go to college. Attorney Perez graduated with her Bachelors of Art in both Political Science and English as a member of the Fighting Texas Aggie Class at Texas A&M University, College Station. Attorney Perez treats every client with dignity and respect and considers herself humbled to be able to serve members of her community one case at a time.

Attorney Derek S. Ritchie – the founder and managing partner of The Law Office of Derek S. Ritchie, PLLC – is an accomplished lawyer focusing his practice on family law and criminal defense.Derek obtained his law degree in London where he practiced criminal defense, handling a variety of sex crimes, gang-related crimes, and violent crimes. From there, Derek moved to the U.S. and earned his LLM from The University of Texas School of Law. He gained prosecution experience while working for the Williamson County District Attorney’s Office. After graduating with his LLM, Derek worked for a criminal defense firm in San Antonio before joining a family law firm to expand his legal experience.Derek’s passion for practicing law – from the mediation table to the courtroom – is evident in every case he handles. He thinks outside the box to find the perfectly tailored solution his clients are seeking.

As a native Texan who loves all things Texas, I love helping our community with their legal matters.  I travel across the state helping others and seeing this great land that I call home. I also have the wonderful experience of assisting clients that reside out-of-state, but that have legal concerns here in Texas.. It is always my goal to make this often difficult process as easy and painless for the client as possible.  I give my cell phone number out to clients along with all the other methods with which they may use to contact me.. Athough I love the courtroom, I realize this is not always the best answer for my clients, so I use my skills as a licensed mediator to assist them in the negotiation process.  This very often results in a settlement agreement which they are happy with becuase they had a part to play in the process.

Ariel Keller is an ambitious associate attorney at Brandon Wong & Associates. With her knowledge in family law, divorce, child support, and custody issues, she has made a valuable contribution to the legal team. Ariel graduated cum laude from Santa Clara University School of Law in 2019 with the Order of the Coif and Dean’s List honors. Before that, she obtained her B.S in Accounting from Santa Clara University in 2012. Ariel was recognized with the John B. Bates Dispute Resolution Award back in 2019. She was subsequently admitted to the Texas Bar in 2021 and California Bar in 2019. Ariel is committed to giving her best efforts for defending clients' legal rights that no matter how complex a case may be, there are always solutions when you work hard.

Anthony Walluk received his juris doctorate degree from Syracuse University, in 1971. He served in the United States Air Force retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel in July 1993 and established his practice in San Antonio, Texas in 1993 where he has developed an expertise in the areas of military and federal civilian personnel as well as military family law. In addition to having been admitted to practice in Texas in 1980, he is also admitted to practice in the Federal District Courts, Western District of Texas, the US Court of Federal Claims, the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, and the Supreme Court of the United States.

Ann W. Jamieson first joined Higdon, Hardy and Zuflacht, LLP as a law clerk in 2011 while she was attending St. Mary's University School of Law. In addition to clerking at HHZ, Ann was an Associate Editor of The Scholar: St. Mary's Law Review on Race and Social Justice. She was also a member of Phi Delta Phi, the International Legal Honor Society, and she was the recipient of the Pro Bono Certificate for her dedication to community service. Ann graduated from St. Mary's University School of Law and joined HHZ as an Associate Attorney in 2013. Prior to attending law school, Ann participated in the Teach For America program where she taught elementary school to children for two years in Charlotte, North Carolina. Her experience working closely with families in need led her to pursue a career in family law. Ann has published articles and regularly speaks at seminars across the state regarding HIPAA in the practice of law and evidence and predicate issues.  In 2024, she became Board Certified in Family Law and Partner at Higdon, Hardy and Zuflacht, LLP.

Angela Guerra Flores attended St. Mary's University and earned a Bachelor's Degree in Public Justice in 1999. In 1999, Ms. Flores started law school at St. Mary's University School of Law.  During law school, Ms. Flores was a member of the Women's Law Association, Bexar County Women's Bar Association, St. Thomas More Society, Family Law Association and the American Bar Association.  She was selected as an alternate Staff Writer of "The Scholar: Law Review on Minority Issues", was a competitor in the Jenkens and Gilchrist Moot Court Competition and was named Best Speaker in 2 of 4 rounds.  Ms. Flores was named as a St. Mary's University Alumni Scholar and earned the St. Mary's Alumni Scholarship for Professional Studies.  While in law school, Ms. Flores worked as a Law Clerk for the Office of the Attorney General in the Child Support Division.. In 2003, Ms. Flores began her a career as a solo practitioner, focusing on family law.   She worked as an Associate Attorney for a few local firms, exploring all facets of the law and becoming familiar with the Bexar County Court system, for approximately eight years.  At present, Ms. Flores has returned to private practice with the goal of providing quality legal services at affordable rates.  Ms. Flores practices in the areas of family law, estate planning, probate, and personal injury law.  Angela Guerra Flores is currently licensed to practice law by the State Bar of Texas, is actively involved in the Bexar County Children's Court, and is a member of the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Texas.

Amy A. Geistweidt became certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization as a board certified lawyer in the area of family law, a credential held by a small percentage of the attorneys in Texas. She was named a Super Lawyer five different years and has been named One of San Antonio's Top Lawyers two different years. She has built a reputation of straight-forward advice, good listening, and hard working competent representation.

Amber Liddell Alwais is a staunch advocate for clients, committed to providing highly personalized legal services in all Family Law matters, including traditional and non-traditional divorce, custody issues, property division, child support and adoption matters.. In addition to her legal practice, Amber serves as a Family Law, Probate Law and Criminal Law instructor at The University of Texas at San Antonio. She is vice president of the San Antonio Bar Association Family Law section.. Amber was named the 2003 Outstanding Young Lawyer of the Year by the Women’s Bar Association of Bexar County in recognition of her contributions to the San Antonio legal community. She also has been honored on both the Texas Super Lawyers and Texas Rising Stars listings published by Thomson Reuters, Legal Division, and has been selected three consecutive years to San Antonio's Top Attorneys list published by S.A. Scene Magazine. Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 2009, Amber is licensed to practice law in Texas state district courts, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas, and the Supreme Court of Texas. She is a former staff attorney for the Civil District Judges of Bexar County. A 1996 graduate of St. Mary’s University School of Law, she earned her Bachelor’s Degree from Sam Houston State University in 1993.

Amanda Wilhelm has a great deal of experience in the area of family and custody disputes. She spent over 5 years as a CPS case worker, working with the best and worst of children and family issues. She is dedicated to serving the best interest of her clients and the children involved. Amanda has a degree in finance from Oklahoma State University, and a Law Degree from Oklahoma City University.. Amanda is licensed in both Texas and Hawaii.

After graduating from the University of Texas at Austin in 2002 with degrees in philosophy and government, Alison moved back to her hometown to attend St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, Texas.  While attending at St. Mary’s she won numerous advocacy awards based on her oral argument skills.  Several times in 2005 and 2006 she argued in front of the Texas Supreme Court as well as the Court of Criminal Appeals and in 2006 won first place in the Texas Young Lawyers Association Mock Trial in front of the Supreme Court of Texas.  Alison also was elected and served as the Student Bar Association President from 2005-2006.  The American Bar Association recognized her outstanding achievements with a scholarship at graduation.. Since graduating from St. Mary’s School of Law in 2006, Alison Hicks has practiced law in San Antonio for almost ten years.  She was recognized by S.A. Scene Magazine in 2009 as a “Rising Star” in the San Antonio legal scene, just two years into her practice.  Alison has been involved in a varied litigation practice including a vast amount of courtroom and trial work, as well as appeals, probate matters, criminal trials and even appealed cases to the Court of Appeals; and ultimately the Supreme Court of Texas.. For much of her career, there has been a focus on representing families in different legal capacities; such as private clients, as well as appointments by various Judges to serve as “amicus” or “friend” of the court to aid the court in making judgments.   As a child of divorce herself, Alison draws on her experiences personally as a former child of a divorce and as a mother which aid her in advising clients and forming winning strategies.. In the beginning of her practice she worked for a local firm that focused on family law.  Within the family law spectrum, she primarily represented fathers that desired to gain custody of their children.  Alison has seen a dramatic shift in the court’s attitudes towards fathers in her almost ten years of practice.  This extensive experience in the courtroom has given her the real world knowledge of what a client should expect based on the facts of their case.  Since 2009 Alison has owned her own firm practicing all facets of family law issues, such as divorce, enforcement of property division, enforcement of child visitation and support, establishment of paternity, modification of custody and child support, grandparent's rights, termination & adoption, as well as premarital and post marital agreements.  She also practices general civil litigation, such as probate and personal injury matters.. Alison continues to maintain close relationships with many of her past clients and enjoys seeing the families she has helped grow.  She insists that her firm is dedicated to the efficient representation of clients.   Alison Hicks & Associates, PLLC has become widely respected for their ability to match expertise to the needs of a diverse client base. Our attorneys work together to find creative solutions for even the most complex concerns. Our success is founded on a philosophy that values open communication and active participation as a way of earning the solid confidence and trust of our clients. Tested methods and procedures have led to major growth and success of our firm and our clients.

Adaptability. That’s one of Ashley E. Duffy’s key characteristics enabling her to be a successful lawyer.. “Family law is constantly changing and each case brings its own unique issues and challenges,” Ms. Duffy said. “You have to adapt quickly to keep up with the law and to achieve the best result for the client.”. The appeal of practicing family law to Ms. Duffy is that she is able to help clients and their families navigate what undoubtedly is one of the most challenging times in their lives.. “I always try to give a client their best and worst case scenario,” she said. “Family law can be unpredictable, and going in to a case with full disclosure of the possible outcomes is the best way to approach a case.”

A native of Hondo, Texas, Abel Alberto moved to San Antonio and graduated from St. Mary's University School of Law in 1983.  It was also in 1983 that he established his firm, The Law Offices of Abel A. Dominguez.  He was Federally Licenced in the Western Ditrict of Texas in March of 1993.. Abel Alberto specializes in Family Law (e.g. Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support), Criminal Defense (e.g. DWI cases, Possession), and Personal Injury.  He was recently recognized as one of San Antonio's top Family Law attorneys (S.A. Scene, March 2017).

"I know there is no way to repair the damage after a bitter divorce, especially one involving children.. When I was young, I saw my parents go through a very nasty divorce. It had a profound effect on me, and I became a family law attorney to help others, especially children, avoid going through that experience, if possible.". We are Jamie Graham & Associates, PLLC, and our law firm is dedicated to helping men and women throughout the San Antonio area in divorce and other family matters where one spouse is in the military.. Our family law attorney, Jamie Graham, has more than twenty years of legal experience and a well-earned reputation for excellence. Most of our business comes to us through referrals from our clients and, many times, from the former spouses of our clients.. You can rely on receiving accurate information and experienced advice from Ms. Graham. Our goal is to ensure that you have the information and advice you need to make informed decisions throughout the family law process.. To schedule a confidential consultation with an experienced military divorce lawyer, call us at.. For some additional information about us and our qualifications, visit our Benefits of Retaining Jamie Graham & Associates, PLLC page.. Our military divorce lawyer, Jamie Graham, has extensive experience representing military personnel and their spouses in divorce and family law matters. We handle all aspects of a divorce, including the following:. If you are serving your country in the armed forces and are stationed in the San Antonio area, or if your spouse is stationed in the San Antonio area, Jamie Graham & Associates, PLLC is here to help. Jamie is licensed to practice law in United States Federal District Court for the Western District District of Texas.. We invite you to schedule a confidential consultation to learn more about how we can help you with your particular family law or divorce matter. For your convenience, you can download a copy of our Family Law Matter Client Information Sheet (client intake form), fill it out and bring it with you to your scheduled appointment. To schedule an appointment with one of our San Antonio divorce lawyers, use our Quick Contact Form to reach us online or call..