Heather Tessmer

Heather Tessmer

4.7
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 26 years

Family Lawyer at San Antonio, TX
Practice Areas: Family, Estate Planning, Divorce & Separation ... +4 more

7550 IH-10 West, Suite 1201, San Antonio, TX

About Heather

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Family 30%

Our Attorneys and staff are strong proponents of marriage and would love to see couples stay happily together forever. But the reality is that marriages do fail and sometimes divorce is the answer.

14 years

30%
Child Custody 20%

Our goal at Tessmer Law Firm, PLLC is to help you resolve custody and visitation issues, always keeping the best interests of your children as a priority.

20%
Divorce and Separation 20%

We will listen to you and we will advise you of ALL your options under the law and help you make the decisions necessary to protect your rights, your children, and your assets.

20%
Estate Planning 20%

An estate plan is much more than simply preparing for your death. Without a comprehensive will, the unnecessary burden of probating your estate will be placed on your loved ones and the legal consultation will be expensive and time consuming.

14 years

20%
Mediation 5%

The attorneys at Tessmer Law Firm, PLLC, can explain the collaborative process and help you decide if it is right for your situation.

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 26 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1999

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Tessmer Law Firm, P.L.L.C.

7550 IH-10 West, Suite 1201, San Antonio, TX, 78229

Tessmer Law Firm - Boerne Branch

402 East San Antonio, Boerne, TX, 78006

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Heather Tessmer's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 9 of 9 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Jennifer | October 13, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

My Divorce

I hired Tessmer Law Firm this year to handle my divorce after having a bad experience with another local attorney. I was very impressed by the entire legal team from beginning to end...all calls, emails were returned in a timely manner and I never doubted that my case was being handled professionall...y. Heather helped settle my divorce in mediation, sparing me the expense and stress of court and she was the "rock" I needed in such a terrible time. I would highly recommend Heather Tessmer and her legal team to anyone who is in need of strong legal representation in any matter.

Posted by Lynn | August 08, 2014 | Family

One Of a Kind

Ms. Tessmer and her staff are very professional, yet caring. She not only handled my daughters family law case, but also helped me with my charity ProBono. This is one classy lady! So glad she is on my side! She has the knowledge and tenacity to follow through! I cant say enough great things about ...this firm!

Posted by anonymous | August 19, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Tessmer Law Firm - Top Notch!

I am so grateful I decided to call Ms. Tessmer to handle my divorce. We finally settled last week after months of bitter negotiations and petty disputes. She paid attention to me and my concerns. She would not back down and never gave up to get me what I felt I deserved. It was a great feeling to kno...w that I had Ms. Tessmer on my side. A HUGE weight has finally been lifted off my shoulders because of the genuine concern and thoroughness with which she and her staff worked. When others told me what I wanted was impossible, Ms. Tessmer had a "can-do" attitude and told me it WAS possible. I never felt like I was being brushed off or like I didn't matter. I never felt like I was being overcharged or that my time was unimportant. I am happy that I can publicly thank Ms. Tessmer and her staff on a forum such as this. I am relieved that I have her on my side and will not hesitate to hire her again if necessary.

Posted by J & J | July 29, 2013 | Child Custody

Strongly recommend Tessmer Law Firm!

Less than a year ago my husband and I sought legal counsel in San Antonio to improve our involvement in his son’s life. Ms. Tessmer and her team have accomplished more in 9 months than other attorneys did in 1/3 of the time. They consistently keep us informed and have been diligent about our case. Th...ey have genuinely gotten to know us, and let us get to know them. They always accept our questions, concerns and thoughts and have always been honest and transparent. They have never made us feel like we were just clients. Ms. Tessmer and her team have maintained morals and integrity to provide a truly exceptional service! We strongly recommend Ms. Tessmer and her team!

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Heather Tessmer's Lawyer Endorsements

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Wade Jefferies

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Heather came in as the opposing party's attorney about a year into the case and a month before mediation. Prior to Heather's involvement, I was having an extremely difficult time getting the case to resolution. Once Heather became involved, she immediately worked with me to get the case ready for mediation and, as a result, we were able to settle the case. Heather was easy to work with and represented her client well."

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Kimberly Keller

Family lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked with Heather on a complex litigation matter as her appellate lawyer. Before the hearing, Heather worked hard to research the available case law & then argued zealously on behalf of her client to the judge. I regularly refer clients in need to Heather because she has demonstrated over & over again that she truly cares about her clients & their well-being. Clients are not just a number to her as they are in some larger law firms. I highly recommend Heather."

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Tammy Wincott

Family lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Tessmer is a highly respected member of the legal community in San Antonio. She also has a very professional and dedicated staff which speaks volumes about her character not only as an attorney but as an employer as well. She is approachable and is dedicated to providing you with the best legal services she can."

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Aric Garza

Family lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Heather Tessmer. She conducts herself in a very professional manner, yet advocates for her clients with passion. She is also well-respected in the community."

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Wade Jefferies

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Jane Lane

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Board Certified - Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

2018

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2014

OBIE, Outdoor Advertising Association of America

2014

2014 Top Lawyers, SA Scene Magazine

2013

Volunteer of the Month, Community Justice Program

2013

Most Improved Company 2013, The Alternative Board

2013

Top Lawyer, Scene in SA Magazine

Work Experience

2001 - Present

Owner, Tessmer Law Firm, P.L.L.C.

Associations

2013 - Present

State Bar of Texas Pro Bono College

Member

2013 - Present

College of the State Bar of Texas

Member

2013 - Present

San Antonio Bar Foundation

Member

2013 - Present

Rotary International

Member

2012 - Present

Hill Country Women in Business

Member

2012 - Present

State Bar of Texas, Unauthorized Practice of Law Committee

Member

2012 - Present

Women's Business Enterprise Alliance

Member

2011 - Present

Bexar County Women's Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

San Antonio Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Kendall County Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Federal Bar Association

Member

The National Association of Women Business Owners

Board Member

St. Mary’s University Law Alumni Association

Board Member

Education

1999

St. Marys University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

Angelo State University

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

Speaking Engagements

2017

2017

Mexican American Bar Association 2nd Annual Seminar Building A New or Better Practice

2017

Building a New or Better Practice

Lessons Learned When Going Solo

2017

Boerne Champion High School

Now You’re Eighteen

Publications

Languages

Spanish

English

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