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The Quest for “Forever”: Why Adoption is the Ultimate Adventure Adoption is often described as a “labor of the heart,” and in the great state of Texas, that labor comes with a fair share of paperwork. While the goal is simple bringing a child into a loving home—the legal requirements are designed to be thorough. […]
Top-Rated Family Attorneys in San Antonio: Tessmer Law Firm
Navigating Change: Why Choosing the Right Family Attorneys in San Antonio Makes All the Difference Life in the Alamo City is full of vibrant culture, storied history, and deep-rooted community. But when your personal life takes an unexpected turn—whether through a complex divorce, a sensitive child custody dispute, or a transition in your estate planning—the […]
The “No-Stress” Guide: Best San Antonio Child Support Lawyers
Ever Argue With a Woman? Why Your Child Support Case Needs a San Antonio Child Support Lawyer Who Gets It Let’s be honest: nobody wakes up on a beautiful San Antonio morning, looks at the Tower of the Americas, and thinks, “You know what would be fun today? Calculating net resources and discussing the Texas […]
When Asking for a Divorce
Be Honest with Yourself. The divorce process can be long and draining. Make sure you are emotionally and mentally sure of the changes you want to make. There are possible steps before a divorce such as trial separation or therapy, but ultimately you are the best person to judge your relationship. Make an outline of […]
Common Law Marriage: The Intersection Between Family and Probate Law
Our director of legal services, Katherine Flores, gave a presentation covering common law marriage and the intersection between family law and probate law. The presentation explored challenges that arise while proving a common law marriage and underscored the critical importance of establishing the elements of a common law marriage in probate cases. View / Download […]
Tessmer Tip: Put Agreements In Writing
A handshake is great, but all agreements should be in writing. People enter into agreements every day. Like when you promise to get the milk on your way home from work or when you promise to return that Tupperware after a dinner party. It would not be reasonable to expect someone to draft a contract […]
Six Relationship Red Flags From a Divorce Attorney
Relationships can experience many problems, but some problems are red flags and a warning of something deeper. With over 25 years of practicing family law in San Antonio, Texas, Heather Tessmer has learned to recognize the signs. These are six red flags you should look for in a relationship. 1. The Obsession with Exes If […]
High Asset Divorce
What is a high-asset divorce? Generally, a high asset or high net worth divorce means exactly that: one or both parties have a net worth over a certain threshold. The exact figure varies with opinion, but for us, it is one million dollars ($1,000,000.00). This figure can consist of the total worth of several different […]
The 5 C’s of Co-Parenting
There are few issues as complicated as divorce. The process of legally separating from someone whom you planned to spend your life with is often tenuous at best. These negative feelings, associated with the process, are only amplified when there are children involved. Here at Tessmer Law Firm, we know that the well-being of your […]
What Are a Father’s Rights at Birth When the Mother Wants to Consent to Adoption?
When a mother gives birth, the mother of the baby may determine that adoption is right for her and the child. The mother may consent to put the child up for adoption no sooner than forty-eight (48) hours after the child is born but what about the father’s rights during adoption? With so much focus […]