We have not found any cost information for this lawyer
PRO
also known as David C. Hesser
Virtual Consultation Available
David is both Board Certified as a Family Law Specialist and has a Masters in Admiralty Law. He was honored to be selected to Louisiana Super Lawyers 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014. These qualifications combined with his experience allow him to provide the finest representation for families, offshore workers and injured persons. He worked for families and injured offshore workers for years at large and mid-sized law firms. His experience allows him to provide quality representation careful attention to detail with customer attention. He has handled hundreds of divorces, custody cases, military retirement divisions, property divisions, spousal support case and child support cases. He has also handled hundreds of offshore accidents (Admiralty Law) including Jones Act, Unseaworthiness, Death on High Seas Act and Maintenance and Cure claims. He has helped clients recover millions of dollars in claims for admiralty, injuries and contractual disputes. He is known as a tough litigator who also looks for cost effective ways to resolve cases through dispute resolution. He has taught other attorneys at continuing legal education seminars on the topics of the Jones Act and Admiralty Law. Martindale-Hubbell recognized David Hesser with a “BV” Peer Review Rating, an indication of an exemplary reputation and well-established practice. . . high professional standing.” He is a member of the Southeast Admiralty Law Institute and has been listed in Best’s Directory of Recommended Insurance Attorneys. In 2013 the National Business Institute selected him to write and present regarding the topic of “Ethical Considerations for the Plaintiff’s Attorney” at their seminar “Handling Divorce Cases from Start to Finish.
17
Practice Areas
We have not found any cost information for this lawyer
State: Texas
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
State: Louisiana
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
812 Versailles Blvd., Suite A, Alexandria, LA, 71303
hesserlaw.com/david-c-hesser.htmlOther places you can find David online.
13 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 13 reviews
Posted by anonymous | March 06, 2023
Great First impression
Just had a consultation with Mr. Hessner. I was very impressed with his patience and attention to detail. I was looking for a lawyer that I could feel comfortable to handle my situation. He made me feel that my case is important and will do all he can to assist my family. Looking forward to working w...
Posted by SM | March 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Great Custody Attorney
I cannot express how grateful I have been for Mr. Hesser and his team to take on my case. From the moment Mr. Hesser picked up the phone to hear my concerns, he and his legal team have worked effortlessly to assist me on my custody case. They show genuine concern for my pleadings and conduct legal ma...
Posted by anonymous | January 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family
Excellent Job
Thanks to David and his staff. I had a very complicated family law case to which he was able to settle out of court. I appreciate his openness and keeping things on track. I recommend to anyone needing family law help.
Posted by Susie | November 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family
So lucky to find this firm!
My son found himself being sued for support for a child whose mother denied his paternity for 17 years! We live in another state and were quite overwhelmed at trying to communicate with someone over such distance. Mr. Hesser and Mrs. Hesser led us through the process with great care and patience. Th...
Posted by Melissa | January 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family
The best attorney in the Alexandria/Pineville area
Mr. Hesser and his staff are by far the best in the Alexandria/Pineville area. After having used several family law attorney's in my past, I highly recommend Mr. Hesser. He and his staff are extremely hardworking, detail oriented and passionate about the services they provide. I am very pleased with ...
"David is well known as the best family Law lawyer in the Alexandria Cenla area. He is well equipped to handle any issues that arise in a family Law case. He is always prepared and equipped with the most recent precedents available weather he is in the Court room, a deposition or mediation. I don’t practice family Law so I always refer my clients to Mr. Hesser when they have a family Law issue. I have consulted him in the past and would not hesitate to call if I was in need of his counsel."
"Smart, experienced and aggressive with a strong command of the subject matter. I endorse this lawyer."
Family lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2023
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2021
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2019
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2018
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2017
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2010
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2023 - Present
Member, Hesser Cooper Beckham Law Group, LLC
2005 - Present
Partner, Law Offices of Hesser & Flynn, Llp
1900 - Present
Managing Partner, Hesser Cooper Law Group, LLC
2001 - 2005
Associate Attorney, Gold Weems Bruser Sues & Rundell Law Firm
1997 - 2001
Associate Attorney, Bread & Lemoine
1996 - 1997
Associate Attorney, Randy J. Ungar
2016 - Present
Louisiana Family Law Advisory CommissionMember
2012 - Present
Shreveport Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
2001 - Present
Alexandria Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
Louisiana State Bar AssociationMember
Set standard for custody review.
Won case for ex wife.
Allowed father to practice religion of choice with child.
Set Louisiana standard on shared custody
1998
Master of Laws
1994
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
1991
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2014
Military Divorce
2014
Contempt of Court
2014
Special Issues in Military Divorce
2013
ETHICAL PERILS IN DIVORCE PRACTICE
2005
Team Mediation
2007
2005
English
Spanish
Legal Answers