$ 100-500 per hour
Laura D. Heard
also known as South TX Family Law, formerly Laura D. Heard Law Firm Inc., The LDH Law Firm Inc.
About Laura
Biography
My entire legal career has been based in San Antonio, Texas, where I am a lifelong resident. I am the owner of South TX Family Law Group. From San Antonio, I have been privileged to represent clients in courts all across the State of Texas. I graduated in the top 10% of my law school class and have been practicing law for more than 35 years in Texas. I graduated "with Honors" from Baylor University and "with Distinction" from St. Mary's Law School in San Antonio. I was a briefing attorney for the 4th Court of Appeals in San Antonio, and I was twice named as one of the top appellate lawyers and a top Family Lawyer in "Scene in San Antonio" magazine. I am a strong advocate for children, and have represented children for 21 years in cases involving child protective services. I participated twice in a 20-mile walk to help prevent child abuse. I also represent many elderly people in wills, guardianships, probate and estate planning. Most of all, I am diligent to provide excellent legal advice. My motto is "Justice Flows from Truth, Compassion, Wisdom, and Persistence."(tm) I work hard to provide compassionate, efficient service to all my clients, always working within the bounds of the law. I am a published author, speaker, mediator, and small business owner. I am also a mother, a grandmother, a pet owner, an avid Spurs basketball and Baylor Bear football fan. My book available on Amazon is entitled "Divorce and Estate Planning in Texas: How to Plan Ahead for the Unexpected and Save Your Family's Future."
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 38 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1987
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Location
South TX Family Law, formerly Laura D. Heard Law Firm Inc.
14607 San Pedro Ave #205, San Antonio, TX, 78232
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Laura D. Heard's Reviews
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Posted by Michael | November 7, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
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Hector and elanea
Not the first time I have been helped by these two outstanding people. Elana is the first one you will deal with and her skill in handling my needs were professional and efficient. She got me with Hector who was helpful and very knowledgeable. Now I came back for more advice and counsel and again c...
Posted by Freddy | June 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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Awesome people
Amazing people here.. thank you and Robert and Noemi… you were so helpful with my will.
Posted by Juanita Dehoyos | May 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very friendly firm
I would love to share that the attorney, Robert and office manager, Noemi, were so nice through the entire process. They both made me feel part of a family.
Posted by Ernesto Fernandez | November 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Thank You Laura Heard For Saving My Daughter's Life
Laura, Your legal representation saved my daughter's life. Six months after you represented my daughter's best interest to change custody from her mother to me her father, my daughter Victoria was struck with life threatening appendicitis. Because of the change of custody, she was able to get emer...
Laura Heard
Replied last October 19, 2023Ernesto, many fathers think it is impossible for fathers to gain custody of their children, especially of their daughters, but I and the attorneys who work for me have been successful in winning custody for fathers many times. Our concern is always for the best interest of the child. I am so very glad that your daughter was safe with you. Your review means more than words can say. Thank you for taking the time to tell others about your experience.
Posted by Donna | August 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Confident, Kind consultation and customer care
Ms. Laura Heard handled two separate matters for my family. I was impressed with Ms. Heard's ability to gently help me with my strong emotions and give me sound legal advice and deliver documents on time.
Laura Heard
Replied last November 1, 2022Thank you, Donna. Many of my clients are understandably dealing with strong emotions because of the events that brought them to me for help. I am glad I was able to help you and other members of your family.
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Experience
Honors
2022
10 Best Family Law Attorneys in Texas (2019, 2020, 2021, 2022), American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2022
Superb Rating in Family Law and Probate, AVVO
2022
A+ Accredited Business (2018 thru 2022), Better Business Bureau
2021
Top Family Lawyer in San Antonio, Scene in SA Magazine
2020
10 Best Law Firms, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2019
Outstanding Lawyer in San Antonio, San Antonio Business Journal
2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2006
San Antonio Best Lawyers, Scene in SA Magazine
1986
American Jurisprudence Awards,Domestic Relations,
1986
American Jurisprudence Award, Agency and Partnership Law,
Work Experience
1992 - Present
Attorney/Owner, The L.D.Heard Law Firm Inc.
2016 - 2017
MEDIATOR, Family Law Certified, L.D.Heard Law Firm Inc.
1996 - 2006
Adjunct Professor, Wayland Baptist University
1988 - 1992
Attorney, Soules and Wallace
1987 - 1988
Briefing Attorney, 4th Court of Appeals, San Antonio
Associations
San Antonio Bar Association
Member
San Antonio Bar Association, Family Law Section
Member
San Antonio Bar Association, Elder Law Section
Member
San Antonio Bar Association, Appellate Practice Section
Member
1987 - 1988
Texas Women LawyersBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
Blackthorne v. Blackthorne
TDPRS v. McFarland
McFarland children were adopted
Education
1987
St Mary's University of San Antonio School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
Baylor University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
1995
People's Law School - San Antonio Bar
Consumer Law
Publications
2022
Book (232 pages) by Laura D. Heard
Divorce and Estate Planning in Texas - How to Plan Ahead for the Unexpected and Save Your Family's Future, by Laura D. Heard
2007
NBI seminar, Probate: Beyond the Basics
“Ethical Issues in Probate Practice: Establishing and Following Ethical Best Practices,” by Laura D. Heard
2006
NBI seminar, Building Your Civil Trial Skills
“How to Handle Post-Trial Issues,” by Laura D. Heard,
1991
Docket Call in Civil Court, CLE seminar at St. Mary’s School of Law
Co-author: Discovery by the Book, by Luther H. Soules III and Laura D. Heard
1988
29 SO. TEX. LAW REVIEW 413
Acknowledged in: "The Will Execution Ceremony – History, Significance, and Strategies," by Gerry W. Beyer, with acknowledgment for assistance to Laura D. Heard
1987
West’s Texas Forms, Probate and Administration of Estates, vol. 12A, by Leopold and Beyer (West Publishing Co.)
Acknowledged for research in: West’s Texas Forms, Probate and Administration of Estates, vol. 12A, by Leopold and Beyer; acknowledgment at page v.
1987
Texas Wills and Estates, Cases and Materials, by Gerry W. Beyer. (Butterworth Legal Publishers)
Acknowledged for research in:Texas Wills and Estates, Cases and Materials, by Gerry W. Beyer; acknowledgment at page vii.
1986
17 ST. MARY’S LAW JOURNAL 927
A Time to Be Born, A Time to Die: Alternative Reproduction and Texas Probate Law, by Laura D. Heard
1986
18 St. Mary’s Law Journal 661
Education –House Bill 72 – Teacher Competency Testing Is a Valid Exercise of State Legislative Police Power, Recent Development: Texas State Teacher’s Ass’n v. State, 711 S.W.2d 421 (Tex. App.–Austin 1986, no writ),
Languages
English
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Q&A
In a divorce what if you get your name on someone else's ck account during div
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What happens if you pass away and don’t have a will?
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Child custody and child support?
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