Kate Chester Soulsby

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Kate Chester Soulsby

5.0
32 reviews
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Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 19 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at San Antonio, TX
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Uncontested Divorce ... +3 more

334 W. Mistletoe Avenue, San Antonio, TX

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About Kate

Biography

Experience Matters. Dealing with family law matters can be incredibly difficult and emotional. Don’t face the complicated legal system alone. Let Kate help you today.

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Child Custody 40%

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Divorce and Separation 40%

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Adoption 5%

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Child Abuse 5%

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Child Support 5%

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Uncontested Divorce 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2019

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 19 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2006

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Kate Soulsby

334 W. Mistletoe Avenue, San Antonio, TX, 78212

soulsbylaw.com/

Kate Chester Soulsby's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | July 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Compassionate, Honest, Competent and Fierce in the Court Room

Kate represented me in an almost 3 year divorce and custody case against my significantly, higher-earning spouse, and she secured excellent outcomes for me. Throughout the course of the case, she was grounded, honest, didn't get swayed by the multiple professionals involved, or settle for an agreemen...t that would not be best for our children. She honestly cares about the children involved and has a strong understanding of what is developmentally appropriate for children, as opposed to simply giving lip service to the concept of 'the child's best interest'. As it was my first and only custody case, I didn't know what was required to be successful in Court. I had many ideas of extra preparations Kate could do for our multiple Court appearances, that probably would have been expensive. I feel many attorneys would have humored me, while charging me for unnecessary work. Kate knows how to prepare for Court to win and while keeping costs reasonable. My spouse spent almost double on legal fees as I did and he did not get the results he wanted. She is kind, compassionate and supportive when you meet with her individually. In the Court room, she is fierce, quick, and sharp. I will always be grateful for the role she played in this difficult period of my life.

Posted by Ricardo | June 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Hands down one of the best Family Attorneys to represent your family!

Calm, Confident, Professional, Knowledgeable, and Professional is what defines Kate Soulsby. From the moment my family met with Kate, we knew she was the Attorney to represent our family. Kate and her team are very responsive and they keep you informed of what's up next in the process of your case. T...hey were always willing to answer any questions of concern. I slept easy at night knowing that my child custody case was in good hands. Understand that Attorney's have multiple clients and court cases going on simultaneously. Kate is able to manage her load representing all of her clients with the same attention and care. My family is proud to consider Kate Soulsby and her law firm team as part of our family. Thank you again Kate, we'll be in touch. The Johnson Family

Posted by Michelle | April 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Best of the Best

Custody cases are difficult for all clients and during these times one truly needs a caring, dedicated, and knowledgeable attorney. My husband and I found those qualities in Kate and we are eternally grateful to have crossed paths during our time of need with all the Soulsby Law Firm employees. Our... case was a difficult one, in my option, with court proceeding lasting two entire weeks with a jury present. My husband initially had limited contact with his daughter prior to the trial, as the mother exhausted all measures to keep my husband away from her. With faith on our side and the support that the Soulsby Law Firm team provided during the court proceedings Kate made the “impossible” possible, while the opposing counsel requested termination of my husband’s parental rights, Kate presented our case so well that all twelve jurors strongly believed that it is in the best interest of my step-daughter to award my husband primary custodial parent and for my step daughter to live with us with standard visitation rights from her mother. If anyone is seeking the best of the best attorney, Kate Soulsby is the way to go. I promise you will be in good hands during your trying times. God bless.

Posted by anonymous | February 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Overall Excellent Attorney

I write this with all honesty and high regard to the Soulsby Law Firm. This is the first time I had been involved in any family custody case or been exposed to any of these proceedings. Everyone was very patient and understanding at all times. I will admit, I was frustrated sometimes and did not see ...the whole picture. No one ever lost patience with me, but continued to provide support for me. Our case was not typical or by far simple. There were a lot of variables with even attempts of termination of my rights. Never did anyone at the firm get discouraged or try to take the easy road. When we got close to starting trial and at the beginning of it, I saw the dynamics of the firm at work. Not of a few, but of the entire firm. They worked seamlessly as a unit to accomplish the goals set each day. The experience of each individual, to include the separate talents of each, solidify and make the firm even stronger. From the total experience accumulated by Kate and Frank ,as the attorneys, was indispensable. The persistence and brilliance of their paralegal June and the added knowledge of other angles by Chris who is a licensed social worker made each effort greater. Each and everyone was instrumental to the success of our case. It was amazing to see each other augment efforts to make each other better. At the actual case, Kate handled it beautifully. Kate was never deceitful but honest and tactful. As a military vet, she demonstrates the core values we strive for such as integrity, service before self and excellence in all we do. The rest of the team were also there and added so much insight that our case grew stronger each day. I cannot thank them enough. I was awarded primary custody of my daughter and from what I hear, in Texas for the fathers to get custody it is not easy. My wife and I will be forever grateful to the Soulsby Law Firm. We actually consider them very close friends now. Would I recommended them? Without question and a doubt.

Posted by Kelley | September 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Custody and Child Support

In 2015 and 2016, I hired Kate for custody and child support orders. I was a single mom; my daughter was not quite 2 and I was 5 months pregnant. From the first meeting, Kate did such a great job at allaying my fears. She worked with me to make everything affordable, and she had my best interests in ...mind as well as those of my children. She made the whole process as easy as possible and was always very responsive. And that includes her staff as well; any time I reached out, they were warm and professional and nothing but helpful. I got everything I wanted and even more so, everything I deserved. And this was even with briefly reconciling with my ex after the birth of our son which was after I initially retained her in 2015. When I went back to her, I was concerned that my credibility would be questioned, but she was very understanding and my brief lapse in judgment didn't hinder any progress we had made after all. It was such a difficult and emotional time for me and I'm so thankful I found Kate. I have referred co-workers to her and they have also had nothing but good things to say. I would hire her again without hesitation.

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Julie Sparks

Family lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Kate for many years. When one of my clients needs an attorney in San Antonio, she is the only attorney I refer them to. Kate is one of those rare attorneys who is not only highly capable, but who truly cares about clients as well."

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David Bowles

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kate is a tough attorney who works hard for her clients. I have worked with her and against her - and respect her on both sides of the counsel table."

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Brian Walters

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I was her opponent in a case recently and she is a very tough attorney who anyone would be happy to have representing them."

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Marc Pederson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Kate was my opposing counsel on a difficult divorce matter recently. She aggressively represented her client, and was very zealous and knowledgeable in her representation, yet she always maintained a professional demeanor. I am proud, therefore, to endorse Kate Soulsby as a fellow member of the San Antonio legal community."

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2010 - 2022

Managing Partner, Soulsby Law

Education

2005

University of Denver

Speaking Engagements

2021

State Bar of Texas

Election Law for Pole Watchers

2021

State Bar of Texas

Saba Family Law Section Meeting

2021

State Bar of Texas

Civil District Courts- First Virtual Jury Trial

2021

State Bar of Texas

Rules Forum: Proposed Disciplinary Rule Amendments

2021

State Bar of Texas

Saba Family Law Section

2021

State Bar of Texas

New Discovery Rules 2021

2021

State Bar of Texas

Cloud Based Court Filing

2021

State Bar of Texas

Legislative Update

2021

State Bar of Texas

Covid-19, Jurors View

2021

State Bar of Texas

Advanced Family Law

Languages

English

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