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David T. Emory
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About David
Biography
Aggressive, experience Family Lawyer - Here to meet your needs!
Aggressive, experience Family Lawyer - Here to meet your needs!
Aggressive, experience Family Lawyer - Here to meet your needs!
Aggressive, experience Family Lawyer - Here to meet your needs!
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
60%
35 years
Child Custody
30%
35 years
Child Support
5%
35 years
Family
5%
Fees and Rates
Awards
2017
Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 35 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Location
Higdon, Hardy & Zuflacht, L.L.P.
12000 Huebner Rd, Ste 200, San Antonio, TX, 78230-1210
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Posted by KBN | November 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Calm and effective
I am thankful to have had Mr. Emory on my case in a pinch. You will find him humble enough to not make wild promises while working towards a collaborative process. His gentleness with expert confidence are good attributes that serve clients well when you need to disarm excessive conflict.
Posted by Chad | November 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Rough Time Made Better
Divorce is not a fun time. After I found out my ex-wife had been cheating on me with a family friend, I searched for a good lawyer with experience. I was unsure of what to expect. I had a consultation with Mr. Emory about my situation. After hearing my story he told me that he thought my case could u...
Posted by Chad | September 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Residential
Sincere and Dedicated
Mr Emory accepted a case from me which other attorneys didnt have time for or felt they could abuse my situation being under a timeline. He educated me on the process and possible hurdles and procedures. Thanks to his generosity, time ans knowledge, my family was able to start a new chapter and have ...
Posted by anonymous | August 19, 2023 | Ethics & Professional Responsibility
Suffering Mother
This is one of the most crooked human beings I have ever encountered. He manipulates the court system for money even if a child’s life is in direct effect. He doesn’t care about anything but money. Some would say that would be expected given his line of work but he has bribed attorneys and judges to ...
David T. Emory's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. David is the wonderful combination of aggressive, creative, and compassionate. He goes to the ends of the earth for his clients and has been a mentor in my career."
"I have worked with David Emory as my opposing counsel on several cases. He is a an of immense intelligence and integrity. He works hard to achieve his client's objectives while understanding that the other side "will get something too" from this process. I highly recommend Attorney Emory to anyone seeking a lawyer of immense talent and integrity."
"I endorse this lawyer. David is an excellent trial lawyer, preparing his clients in a courtroom at the Courthouse for their trial appearance in court. David is a thorough researcher of the law on a subject relevant to his client's case. I highly recommend David as a trial lawyer in a Family Law case."
"I endorse this lawyer. I endorse this lawyer. He is hard working, intelligent and compassionate at the same time."
"I endorse this lawyer. Good trial lawyer who cares about his clients. Board Certified in Famlly Law, he knows Family Law!"
"I endorse David. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. David is a hard working attorney and tough advocate."
"Mr. Emory is a sharp, effective litigator. His knowledge of the law and court room tactics are a benefit to all his clients and guarantee that anyone on the other side has their work cut out for them."
"I was David Emory's opposing counsel on a very difficult divorce matter that was recently concluded. David is an experienced and knowledgeable attorney who fights zealously for his clients, yet maintains a professional demeanor that makes him a credit to his profession. I am, therefore, proud to enthusiastically endorse David Emory, a very reputable member of the San Antonio legal community."
James Higdon
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2024
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates
2013
Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers
2013
Top Attorney, Texas Monthly Magazine
2013
Top Lawyer, Scene in SA Magazine
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Partner, Higdon, Hardy & Zuflacht, LLP
2003 - 2013
Associate, Higdon, Hardy & Zuflacht, LLP
1997 - 2003
Owner, Law Office of David T. Emory
1994 - 1997
Attorney, Casseb & Pearl, Inc.
1990 - 1994
Associate, Law Office of Ralph Brown
Associations
2013 - Present
Texas Board of Legal SpecializationFamily Law
2013 - Present
American Bar AssociationFamily Law
2010 - Present
State Bar of TexasFamily Law Section
2005 - Present
San Antonio Bar FoundationFamily Law Section
1990 - Present
College of the State Bar of Texas
Sample of Legal Cases
Rust v. Rust, 2018 WL 4760157, Court of Appeals - San Antonio
Revered in part and affirmed in part
In Re Henry, 2015 WL 9434394, Court of Appeals - San Antonio
Madamus granted
Nieto v. Nieto, 2013 WL 1850780, Court of Appeals - San Antonio
Affirmed
Bevering v. Bevering, 401 S. W. 3d 293 Court of Appeals - San Antionio
Affirmed
In the Interest of J.D.J. 2003 WL 21067108, Court of Appeal - San Antonio
Affirmed
DAVIS v. DAVIS, 1997 WL 106714; Court of Appeals- San Antonio, Texas
Reverse and Remand for New Trial
Ulloa v. Davila, 860 S. W. 2d 202, Court of Appeals - San Antonio
Revered
BEVERING V. BEVERING 401 S.W. 3d 293 - Ct of App. San Antonio 2013
affirmed
ULLOA v. DAVILA 860 S.W. 2d 202, Ct of App - San Antonio 1993
affirmed
Education
1990
St. Marys University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2008
Texas Family Law Practice for Paralegals
Family Law & New Child Support Enacted Sept 2007
2006
Texas Family Law Practice fo Paralegals
Obtaining and evaluating Financial Information
2005
Texas Family Law for Pralegals
Mediating Family Law Cases
Publications
2008
Tx Family Law for Paralegals
Family Law & New Child Support Enacted 2008
2006
Tx Family Law for Paralegals
Obtaining and Evaluating Finanical Information
2005
Tx Family Law for Paralegals
Mediating Family Law Cases
Languages
English