Harold C. Zuflacht

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Harold C. Zuflacht

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 36 years

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

12000 Huebner Rd, Ste 200, San Antonio, TX

Virtual Consultation Available

About Harold

Biography

Award-winning attorney with over 25 years of experience. I am your advocate for all family matters!

Award-winning attorney with over 25 years of experience. I am your advocate for all family matters!

Award-winning attorney with over 25 years of experience. I am your advocate for all family matters!

Award-winning attorney with over 25 years of experience. I am your advocate for all family matters!

Award-winning attorney with over 25 years of experience. I am your advocate for all family matters!

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 65%

65%
Adoption 15%

15%
Child Custody 10%

10%
Family 10%

Adoptions, including domestic and international, custody litigation

10%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2021 2019 2018
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+ 2
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 36 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1989

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Higdon, Hardy and Zuflacht, L.L.P.

12000 Huebner Rd, Ste 200, San Antonio, TX, 78230-1204

hhzfamilylaw.com/

Harold C. Zuflacht's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

55 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 18, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Divorce

Mr. Zuflacht was excellent in listening to the background of my case. He called in others that were needed for their expertise in sorting out financial items as well as military benefits. As a result, I was very happy with the settlement I was awarded. I was always kept up to date by he and his staff.... I would highly recommend Mr. Zuflacht!

Posted by anonymous | July 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

The wisest, kindest, and professional Lawyer I have ever worked with.

There are no words in the English language to describe my thankfulness to Harold Zuflacht. His patience, wisdom, and professionalism exceeded all my expectations. Not only did he patiently wait for the perfect timing in my case, but he also put together a team of professionals that together changed t...he direction of my case to my favor. He has the ability to work with, negotiate and think outside of the box for the best possible result. He is a man of integrity and empathy. I’m beyond thankful that he was my lawyer. I highly recommend him. I am a Christian and I am convinced that I was led by God to this lawyer for this situation. The team at his office were also amazing! Thank you Harold for everything you and your team did to turn my case around! May God bless you and keep you and make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you!

Posted by Shindur | March 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Amazing

Thank you for representing me. My situation would be much worse without your research, diligence, and hard work. Thank you soo much for treating me like your family, supporting me and standing by me until the end and getting me what I deserved.

Posted by anonymous | November 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

We made a great team!

I cannot write the words to describe how grateful I am for Mr. Zuflacht and the team at HHZ. He was not my first attorney, but when I made the difficult decision to switch to his firm, I felt immediately, that he was the right attorney for my cause. My case was difficult from the onset, convoluted wi...th conflict, and exasperated by a difficult opposing party determined to drag it out as long as possible, even going so far as to taking it to a jury trial. I found early on that Mr. Zuflacht and I made a good team. He communicated very well, and told me what I needed to hear, not always what I wanted to hear. He worked with me to make the best case, pouring through thousands of pages of documents, grasping the minute details of each of the issues at hand. He worked feverishly to ensure that my family was safe and helped to build an expert team to set clear boundaries within the court orders, and come to a final agreement at what was the 11th hour. Throughout the last 2.5 years, I have had the pleasure to get to know Mr. Zuflacht beyond just the legal world. And his commitment to integrity, honesty, truth, and compassion are clearly qualities that have been established in his own personal life. These qualities are evident in his professional work as well. In hearings and in front of the judges he is calm, organized, well spoken, never one to raise his voice or argue, but clearly defends his clients with strong points that are meticulously backed up with facts. But he is not afraid of the fight. He does not cede to legal bullying, but at the same time is respectful to the other side, while ensuring his client is supported and protected. His correspondence with his clients, both in writing and in person, are concise, well thought out, but clearly detailed so as not to have any remaining questions. In regards to the staff at HHZ, never have I seen a more organized group of men and women, committed to their clients and each step along the way. They would keep me informed of what was needed, were gracious and courteous both over the phone and in person, and were always professional, cheerful, encouraging and focused. They spent countless hours pouring over minute details, page after page of documents, organizing each aspect into clear categories and narrowing down exactly what we would need for mediation as well as if the case should go to trial. In mediation, he takes the lead and can be trusted to get the best settlement possible for his client. He did so and more for me. After multiple failed attempts, a last minute call and a new strategy approach, and we were able to settle my case with one full day session that left me at peace and truly happy with the outcome. He consistently guided me through the process, easing my fears, but also making good suggestions in places I had not considered. He held strong, knowing what our end goal was and was resolved to hold fast to those goals. And our final mediation was nothing short of a miracle, and I can truly say, I got everything I wanted. While I must address that this case cost my family an immense amount of money due to all the legal proceedings, experts, and outside professionals associated with it, I can defend it and say that it was well worth it. I can sleep tonight knowing that he fought for me from day 1, every day, to the end, to keep my family safe. We made a great team. For that, I am beyond grateful.

Posted by Marta | January 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Starting Over

After My Ex-Husband initiated Divorce papers, I talked to several attorneys who told me that with my husband being retired and me still employed, I would not be entitled to any of his retirement investments and could not receive any type of monetary settlement, then I found Harold, he assured me that... what I was being told was incorrect. Harold counseled me through a long 6-7 months of negotiations with my EX and his attorney, when I told Harold I only needed enough of a settlement to get into a small apartment and start my life over, Harold reminded me of what I had brought into the marriage and that my worth was more than what I was willing to settle for. With his knowledge of annuities and investments Harold was able to demonstrate to my Ex-Husband, and his attorney, that I was entitled to a large portion of his annuity investments. As soon as my Ex-husband and his team realized that Harold was correct they reluctantly agreed to a settlement, which thanks to Harold was substantially larger than what had been initially offered (or what I had been willing to accept). Harold is a true professional, he is always listening, always thinking on how better to serve, he is sympathetic and truly cares for his clients well being, his quiet unassuming manner quickly put me at ease while at the same time kept my Ex-husbands attorney guessing on what his intentions were for the case. He and his staff were always quick to answer all of my many questions, and never failed to return a call even if it was after working hours, I started this trek as a client of Harold’s and now am happy to consider him a friend. You can retain a cheaper attorney, but its my experience that “you get what you pay for”, in my case is a new home with no PMI, a relatively new vehicle with no payment, a nice emergency fund, and no outstanding debt in my name, everything I need to start my life over…. All Thanks to Harold.

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Harold C. Zuflacht's Lawyer Endorsements

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Charles Ireland

Family lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Harold is an incredible and tireless advocate for his clients. He is prepared like no lawyer I have ever known. He's professional, honest, kind, and empathetic while being aggressive, knowledgeable, and calculating."

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Amy Geistweidt

Family lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I endorse this lawyer. He is hard working, intelligent and compassionate at the same time."

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Adam Lahood

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this attorney. Mr. Zuflacht is a talented divorce/family law attorney who zealously advocates for his clients."

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Charles Hardy

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. My partner and a very competent and caring Family Lawyer. His client appreciate all that he does for them."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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George Legrand

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer without hesitation. Harold has an unwavering dedication to his clients and their problems and issues. If Harold is your attorney, you can rest assured that you have a zealous advocate on your side that will fight for your cause."

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Russell Amsberry

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Harold balances a rigorous and aggressive advocacy of his client's interest with an approachable, professionalism recognized by his peers and judges, such that he often achieves excellent results."

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James Higdon

Appeals lawyer

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George Legrand

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2024

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

Best Family Lawyer, Scene in SA Magazine

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer Family Law, Texas Monthly Magazine

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Super Lawyer Family Law, Texas Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Top 50 Family Lawyers in Central / West Texas, Texas Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Top 50 Family Lawyers in Central / West Texas, Texas Super Lawyers

2012

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers Magazine

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2005

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2005

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2004

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2004

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

1997

Board Certified - Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Partner, Founding Partner Higdon, Hardy & Zuflacht LLP

Associations

1998 - Present

Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists

Member

American Academy of Adoption Attorneys

Fellow

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

Fellow

International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

Fellow

Texas Family Law Foundation

Lifetime Member

Sample of Legal Cases

IN THE INTEREST OF K.M. and C.M., minor children. No. 04-10-00733-CV Court of Appeals of Texas, Fourth District, San Antonio.

Affirmed

In the Interest of H.C.S., A Child--Appeal from 407th Judicial District Court of Bexar County

Affirmed

Crenshaw v. Crenshaw, 957 S.W.2d 171 (Tex.App.-San Antonio)

Harry Crenshaw's point of error sustained

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Education

1989

St. Marys University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

Tulane University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

Keystone School

Speaking Engagements

2010

3 part series training accountants on court room testimony rules and techniques

Accountants & Lawyers A love affair that can be "taxing"

N/A

Four part series to educate mental health professionals on the legal system including how to testify

So you want to be a "Bull Fighter"?

Publications

2008

E Planners Estate Planning, Family Limited Partneships, Limited Liability Companies & Divorce

2007

Corpus Christi Bar Association Mysteries of Family Law Evidence & Procedure

2007

Marriage Dissolution Institute Trusts and Family Law The Contract - Property Dichotomy

Languages

Swedish

English

Activity

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