Marc Albert Pederson

Marc Albert Pederson

5.0
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 23 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at San Antonio, TX
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Family

1919 San Pedro Avenue, San Antonio, TX

About Marc

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 21 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2004

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 22 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2003

Administratively Suspended - Non-Payment of Dues

No misconduct found

Licensed in Virginia for 23 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2002

Associate

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Marc Albert Pederson

1919 San Pedro Avenue, San Antonio, TX, 78212

Law Offices of Marc Albert Pederson

1919 San Pedro Avenue, San Antonio, TX, 78212

Pederson Law Office

1919 San Pedro Avenue, San Antonio, TX, 78212

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Marc Albert Pederson's Reviews

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32 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Family

Posted by Angelle | November 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

Highly recommended

Mr. Pederson is mazing to work with. I'm never blind sided by whats going on. I went into my custody case not knowing what to expect but was quickly put at ease. He went above and beyond. It's important that your attorney is on the same page as you and fighting for you and your children. I'm thankful... for having him represent my family.

Marc Pederson

Replied last November 30, 2019

Thank you for your nice comments. Please let me know if I can be of further assistance.

Posted by Kimberly | January 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

Your Search for an Amazing Family Lawyer is Over!

You cannot go wrong with Mr. Pederson--he is attentive, responsive, knowledgeable, compassionate, driven to get you results, resourceful, and walks you through the entire process step-by-step. I hired him for grandparent custody of my 2-year old grandson who was in a terrible situation after Child P...rotective Services recommended we seek custody through the courts. Mr. Pederson moved very quickly, ensuring that the safety and security of my grandson was kept at the highest priority. He is amazing and we will be using him for any future legal matters--we are clients forever! I highly recommend him to anyone needing navigation through the tricky legal system--Mr. Pederson is truly a God send!

Marc Pederson

Replied last January 15, 2019

Thank you for your kind words. Your grandson is truly fortunate to have a grandparent like you to look after his best interests.

Posted by Joe | June 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Handled a custody case when I was in Japan

Attorney Pederson handled my custody case while I was a military contractor on the island of Okinawa Japan. He also handled my mediation (while I was in JAPAN). Attorney Pederson was always professional and helped me to regain contact with my daughter after being blocked for two years. More than that... he got the judge to order my daughter to fly out and see me. The best part, one of the lawyers I tried to use before Marc said I would never see my daughter in Okinawa. Marc was a game changer. Professional and Honest. He reunited a dad and his daughter.. I don't have the words.... If you need a Family Lawyer in the San Antonio area this is your guy!

Marc Pederson

Replied last June 29, 2017

Thanks, Joe. Best wishes

Posted by Evan | August 26, 2014 | Family

Outstanding lawyer, outstanding person and the best decision I ever made in hiring.

I hired Mr. Pederson for a child custody case that lasted a little over a year and eventually went to a jury trial at the request of the opposition. Hiring Mr. Pederson for such a life changing matter turned out to be the best decision I would ever make. Caring, understanding, trustworthy and hones...t are only a few words I can think of to describe Mr. Pederson. Throughout the entire process he kept myself, my child and my families best interest in mind. Cases like this can often be very stressful, and I am sure I was even at times a bother, but Marc took the time to answer every question I had and would even respond outside of typical business hours if it was something he felt was important. Inside the courtroom Marc was aggressive and assertive, he is very knowledgeable and fights to get the best result. Marc fought tooth and nail for me as if it was his own family he was fighting for throughout litigation. This is a rare quality in the legal world where a large number of attorneys are in it for the money. Marc never did anything with money in mind, he did it with my best interest in mind. In the end Marc fought and litigated until I was awarded custody of my precious four year old daughter. He was tremendous during the jury trial, and although the opposing party pulled out all the stops, Marc used his knowledge and professionalism to present our case in front of the jury. I can never thank Mr. Pederson enough for what he did for me and my family and in bringing us all back together. He bettered my daughter's life and I will forever be grateful. I hope to never have to go through a matter like this again, but if I were to I would hire Mr. Pederson again, no questions asked. I recommend him for any legal matter you have, you will not be disappointed.

Posted by anonymous | May 29, 2013 | Family

Experienced, vigilant & very supportive in my Custody Case!!!!

From the moment I had our first meeting at the consultation to actually hiring Mr. Pederson I knew he was the right lawyer for my custody case. He was very conscientious & diligent when working on my child custody case, even when I had hired 2 previous attorneys who hadn't helped my case any. It se...emed that the 2 previous attorneys I had hired and also a few in between that I had consultations with- just didn't seem genuine about the cases they are hired for!! Getting paid is their main MO! But I can't thank Mr. Pederson enough for the job he did for me!!! The end result is one happy mommy that got what I asked for...and the whole reason I had hired an attorney in the first place!

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Marc Albert Pederson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Roland Esparza

Family lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Very knowledgeable lawyer who fights for his clients. Without hesitation I endorse this lawyer."

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Randy Mora

Family lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Pederson is a knowledgeable attorney who fights for his clients. I endorse this attorney."

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Maria Diaz

Family lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Patricia Jay

Family lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Adam Lahood

Family lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a zealous advocate for his clients, and very knowledgeable of Texas law and procedure."

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E. Meyrat

Family lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is likable person. He knows the law very well. He fights hard for his client and he's honest and ethical. He gets good results for his clients."

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David Hardaway

Family lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I had the pleasure to work with Marc on a custody matter in Bexar County and I was very impressed with him on a number of fronts. He is very knowledgeable, detail-oriented, and he is clearly invested in his client's causes. He is an aggressive advocate but he is also very professional and easy to work with, an oft underrated quality in someone who you're trusting to represent your interests at the negotiating table. I would not hesitate to recommend his services to anyone looking for an outstanding family attorney in the San Antonio area."

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Orlando Kell

Family lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Pederson is a tireless relentless advocate for his clients. I often recommend him to potential clients I have a preexisting conflict with. One of the few attorneys in the business I would trust with my own legal issues."

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Shawn Smith

Family lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. It was a pleasure working with Marc. His knowledge of the law and attention to detail are of great benefit to his clients."

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Lincoln Strawhun

Family lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Marc has tremendous knowledge, is professional and hard-working."

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Pamela Thompson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is very professional and has excellent courtroom decorum. He is very well-prepared for his cases and takes special interest in every client."

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Jon Disrud

Unknown lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mark is a quality attorney who is a tough and experienced litigator."

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Carmine Giardino

Family lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Great lawyer!"

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Milton Fagin

Family lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known Marc for a number of years. He is personable, friendly and knowledgable about the law. We have batteled before and we remain friends. I think anytime you can remain friends with a fellow lawyer despite the differences we have in advocating our clients is a sign of a true professional."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Janice Miles

Child custody lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Marc is one of the most helpful, nicest guys you will ever meet, but he is a tough well-prepared advocate for his clients in court. He will go the extra mile to win his case. My highest recommendation."

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James Warner

Family lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Based on my experience working with him, and being his peer in the legal community, Marc Pederson is an ethical, devoted and thorough attorney, who zealously advocates for the best interest of his clients. He is the caliber of attorney that other attorneys seek his advice on addressing complex legal issues."

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Brandon Wong

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David Rodriguez

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Robert Garza

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Ashley Butler

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Karen Marvel

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Sharyll Teneyuca

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Juan Elizondo

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Trevor Burgess

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Sarah Lishman

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Randy Mora

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Ricardo Briones

Family lawyer

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Hector Garza

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Lauren Williams

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Kevin Sralla

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Robert Thompson

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Melissa Ortiz

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Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2001

Best Public Contract Law Article, Public Contract Law Journal

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Attorney at Law, Pederson Law Office

2003 - 2006

Audit Manager, Air Force Audit Agency

2002 - 2003

Judicial Law Clerk, The Honorable Lawrence S. Margolis

1991 - 2001

Audit Team Leader, Office of Inspector General, Department of Defense

1987 - 1991

Senior Auditor, Defense Contract Audit Agency

Associations

2006 - Present

San Antonio Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas

Admitted to Practice

2003 - Present

U.S. Court of Federal Claims

Admitted to Practice

2002 - Present

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit

Admitted to Practice

1999 - Present

Virginia Board of Accountancy

Certified Public Accountant

Sample of Legal Cases

In re Kodati, No. 04-18-00349-CV (Tex. App. 2018)

Petition for Mandamous conditionally granted on contempt issue.

In re Green, 352 S.W.3d 772 (Tex.App.-San Antonio 2011)

Mandamus action successfully defended. Although child issues were found to be proper in Germany, divorce case was not dismissed, and remains in Texas

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Education

2001

George Mason University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

George Mason

BS- Bachelor of Science

Publications

2001

Public Contract Law Journal Rethinking the Termination for Convenience Clause in Federal Contracts

Languages

English

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