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My family was pretty poor.  My dad died when I was just 9 years old.  When I got into the 10 grade, I got into a program that allowed me to work half a day and go to class the other half.  When I graduated from high school in 1974, I went to work in a local sawmill.  After that, I got a better job in a small oil refinery.  I worked there until April 1976, and on the 19th day of April I went to work for DuPont Chemical.. I worked the next twenty years for Dupont.  After working there for 13 plus years, I started going to college classes at night.  On December of 1995, I graduated in the top of the class with a 3.95 GPA.. I started law school in August 1996, and graduated in February of 1999.  Upon graduation, my wife and I threw a dart at a map and ended up here.  Central Texas is my home.  I love it here and I intend to retire here.. I became a lawyer to help people solve some of the most difficult and personal situations they have ever had to deal with.  I respect everyone, and I treat people fair. I ask you to trust me to be honest with you, to assist you and your family to the best of my ability, in your time of need

Carrington Smyth PLLC is a San Antonio-based law firm dedicated to criminal defense, litigation and divorce.. Born in San Antonio, trained in London with dual UK and Texas Bar qualifications, Lauren Smyth trained as a Senior Attorney and Vice President in leading big City firms and Fortune 500 Companies such as Jones Day, JPMorgan Chase & Co, Mitsubishi UFJ Securities Int. PLC and The Royal Bank of Scotland.. Phone:. Email:. Lauren Jay is licensed to practice law in Texas (2005), Washington, DC (2006) and England and Wales (2011).. PRINCIPAL OFFICE SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS. AUSTIN OFFICE REST OF WORLD BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.

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.

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.

Reuter Law Group, PC is a boutique family law firm. With 29 years of combined experience, Reuter Law Group, PC, has represented clients facing the most difficult situations. We know how overwhelming the legal system can be and are here to walk you through the options you are facing. Our attorneys have worked with clients throughout Texas.. Our founding attorney, Rachel Reuter, is board-certified in family law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. This unique qualification is tough to achieve and one that many others don’t have. It means she has gone above and beyond the normal standards required to practice. She has built a team that remains committed to helping those who need it most.. Contact Reuter Law Group, PC today to schedule an initial consultation with Ms. Reuter or one of her assosciate attorneys and discuss your options.

Mr. Butler has been part of the Texas legal system for his entire life. From a family of attorneys and elected judges, Mr. Butler believes the practice of law is based on hard work, faith, and personal client relationships. Originally from Bonham, Texas, Mr. Butler is a former Bexar County Assistant District attorney, a former intern for the Honorable Emilio M. Garza of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, and a former Staff Writer for the St. Mary’s University School of Law Journal.. Mr. Butler is an experienced courtroom advocate and trial attorney, trying numerous cases in front of Texas juries and jurists.. Awards & Accolades. Named one of S.A. Scene’s 2016 “Best S.A. Lawyers” – Family LawNamed one of S.A. Scene’s 2015 “Best S.A. Lawyers” – Family LawNamed one of S.A. Scene’s 2014 “Best S.A. Lawyers” – Criminal Law

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.

Joe Hoelscher is a full-service Criminal Defense, DWI Defense, CPS Defense, and family lawyer located in San Antonio, Texas. Unlike many attorneys, Hoelscher runs a trial-oriented practice.  He believes that preparing a case for trial is the best way to test evidence and that by repeatedly proving his willingness to put cases before a jury, he can obtain the best possible outcomes for his clients. He is currently the Managing Partner of Hoelscher Gebbia PLLC, a law firm dedicated to high conflict legal cases.. Joe handles all types of criminal cases, from posession of marijuana to first degree felonies.  His favorite criminal cases, however, are DWIs (Driving While Intoxicated) and other intoxication offenses, such as Intoxication Manslaughter cases. Additionally, Joe understands that the causes of crime are complex and he has diversified his practice from exclusively criminal law into child welfare and family law to support Texans and their families to be as successful as possible, particularly if they need a second chance. By bringing together experience in child welfare law, child custody law, and criminal law, Joe Hoelscher has established himself as a powerful advocate for families in crisis.. Joe has over 15 years experience in competitive oral argument and public speaking, including award-winning experience teaching at both the high school and university level.  He has competed internationally, appearing on the BBC, and his students have ranked in the top 10 in the United States, both in high school and college, in various debate events.  He is a former national debate champion and a Texas State Champion Coach. Joe uses his many years of speaking experience to give his clients a voice in court so that their stories will be told in as effective a manner as possible.. Joe, as a member of the College of the State Bar of Texas, regularly exceeds the required number of Continuing Legal Education hours each year, averaging 3 times as many hours as the state requirement. Additionally, Hoelscher is a published legal scholar, including a textbook on DWI law, presenter at Continuing Legal Education courses, and frequent media commentator.. Outside the practice of law, Joe, as a native San Antonian, is active in many community organizations. He is a member of the Texas State Bar's Pro Bono College and a public advocate for First Amendment issues and children's welfare.

Practicing law since 2005, I now devote most of my practice to helping families resolve conflict out of court. Many of my clients are faced with either divorce or legal issues that sometimes follow divorce. And while family conflict of any form is immensely difficult, I strive to help my clients clearly identify and assess the major legal issues that can be hidden amidst broken relationships. In every case, I teach my clients practical conflict resolution skills for the issues they face now and those that lie in the road ahead. And as often as I'm able, I steer them toward client-driven processes that help to both minimize exposure to unnecessary conflict and facilitate creative, custom-tailored solutions within safe and confidential processes outside of the courthouse.. Over the last few years, I've also acquired a great deal of experience handling proceedings to clarify and enforce the division of federal retirement benefits (both military and federal civil service), representing both retirees and former spouses. This is an area of family law that often presents complex issues due to the ever-present tension between federal law, which controls these federal retirement benefits, and state law, which controls the division of marital property.. My practice areas include divorce, collaborative law, mediation, adoption, division of retirement benefits, wills and probate.

Ms. Estorga is a seasoned litigator, mediator, and senior attorney/shareholder at West & West, Greer & Estorga. She brings a wealth of courtroom experience to her practice, having successfully handled and taken to trial a wide range of complex civil matters. Her areas of focus include divorce,child abuse, domestic violence, contested property issues, Child Protective Services cases, and same-sex family law matters.. In addition to her civil litigation work, Ms. Estorga has an extensive background in criminal defense, representing clients in cases ranging from juvenile offenses to serious misdemeanors and felonies. Her balanced experience in both civil and criminal law allows her to provide comprehensive legal counsel to a diverse client base.. A respected figure in the San Antonio legal community, Ms. Estorga has earned repeated recognition for her dedication and impact. She was most recently honored by Scene Magazine as one of San Antonio’s 2020 Top Family Law Attorneys and Mediators.. Ms. Estorga collaborates closely with fellow attorneys and shareholders Matthew Johnson, who enhances the firm’s capabilities with his deep knowledge in contracts, business formation, and in-house counsel services and Dean Greer, with his decades of experience in Bankruptcy.. EducationSt. Mary’s School of Law, San Antonio, Texas, J.D. – 2012. Trinity University, San Antonio, Texas, B.A. – 2007. Awards/Recognitions2021 Top Family Lawyer- Scene In S.A. Magazine2021 Best Female Lawyer- Scene In SA Magazine2020 San Antonio “Best Family Law Attorney” & “Arbitrator/Mediator” by Scene Magazine2020 Best Litigation Attorneys in San Antonio by Expertise2019 Stars of Texas Bar Award for Series of Articles- Substantive Law2019 San Antonio Top Criminal Defense Lawyer by Scene Magazine2019 Best Litigation Attorneys in San Antonio by Expertise2017 San Antonio Best Family Law Attorney by Scene Magazine (Under 5 years)2017 Nominated by YMCA of Greater San Antonio for the United Way Volunteer of the Year Awards in the award category Children/FamiliesRecipient of the 2014-2015 San Antonio Young Lawyer’s Association “Outstanding Young Lawyer Award”Recipient of the 2013 YMCA of Greater San Antonio “Mission Hero”. Speaking Engagements/PublicationsSan Antonio Lawyer, November Issues, The Texas Penal Code in the Face of the #MeToo MovementSan Antonio LGBT Bar’s 2018 LGBT Law Seminar, “SAPCRs, Adoptions, and the Attorney General’s Office”Bexar County Women’s Bar Annual Retreat- 2018,“How Does the Texas Penal Code Stand Up Under the #MeToo Movement”SACDLA Nuts-n-Bolts-2015, “Representing Juveniles”. Memberships/OrganizationsAdjunct Faculty at Trinity University 2019-2020Association of Attorney Mediators 2019- Present2017 New Leader’s Council – San Antonio FellowTexas YMCA Youth and Government Board, 2017-2019 Board Member2015-2019 San Antonio Young Lawyer’s Association Board Member. Community ServiceVolunteer Mediator for Bexar County Dispute Resolution Center 2020-PresentTrinity University, San Antonio, Texas, Mock Trial Coach, August 2017-2021John F. Kennedy High School, San Antonio, Texas, Mock Trial Coast, 2013-2017

I have a proven record in representing clients dealing with domestic relations have assembled a strong and compassionate team of attorneys and paralegals to guide you through difficult times, and work towards a beneficial resolution. I take great pride in our ability to encourage the attorneys on the other side to look at the big picture, and avoid wasteful use of resources and time. I negotiate and, when necessary, litigate Divorce and Separation Agreements, Prenup Agreements, Property Divisions, Child Support, Spousal Support and Custody Matters.

To tell you a word or two about myself: I was born and raised in San Antonio. I am licensed by the Texas Supreme Court and I ensure that people in the community have a fair and honest legal representation. My law firm, Espronceda Law, PLLC, handles a variety of cases, including family law, business law, oil and gas and criminal defense. In addition to representing people in many types of legal matters, I teach the next generation of legal minds at the Institute for Law and Public Affairs at the University of Texas in San Antonio (UTSA). I received my undergraduate degree with honors from Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi and my law degree from the University of Texas at Austin. Having worked for a large, global law firm following graduation, I deliver business “know-how” with a results-oriented style that provides clients and colleagues with vision, creativity and leadership. Prior to graduating from law school, I was selected for a judicial internship in the Southern District of Texas where I worked for the Honorable George P. Kazen. I also care deeply about running. No matter how busy I get, I set aside time to get in a workout. Some of my best ideas for trying a case come during my runs.

Tracy represents clients in family law. In her family law practice she handles cases involving divorce, child custody, child support, enforcements, parental terminations and adoptions and child protective services. Tracy provides her clients with excellent service, caring and effective legal representation.

I love being a family law attorney. I have extensive experience with most family law issues ranging from divorces, child custody disputes, child support disputes, and adoptions.  Because of my successful results many of my clients have been referrals from previous satisfied clients. I am originally from El Paso, Texas and I am the youngest son of Mexican immigrants. I first came to San Antonio in 2004 to attend university and graduated from St. Mary’s University School of Law. During my time at St. Mary’s, I volunteered as a student attorney helping indigent clients in family matters.  This is when I became passionate about family law.  I saw the hardships and injustices many people go through during a divorce or in suits involving children. It was these experiences that inspired me to pursue a career in family law. As a devoted husband and proud father, I know just how personal and stressful family law issues can be. That is why I fight for each of my clients to get the best possible results. I am also an adjunct professor at Our Lady of the Lake University  teaching mock trials. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family, reading and playing the guitar.

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.