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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...

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...

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...

FAQs

What types of cases does your firm handle?

We handle family law, divorce, child custody, child support, martial agreements, adoption, estate planning, wills, personal injury, business formulations, guardianship, power of attorney, and miscellaneous litigation.

While not every situation requires an attorney, legal representation can protect your rights, help you avoid costly mistakes, and improve outcomes.

Bring a list of questions and notes about your situation. If you reach out to us, we can give you more details about the needed materials depending on your situation. A document review is available at an hourly rate.

Fees vary depending on the type of case. Reach out to us about your case and we can discuss potential cost and fees based on your needs. 

A retainer is an amount of money that is paid toward the services of an attorney. Every attorney charges different retainers or onboarding fees. At Tessmer Law Firm, we shape our retainers around you. After scheduling a 30-minute consultation, we determine retainer amount based on your case matter, circumstances, and estimated case length. We do not believe every situation is the same and always have your best interest in mind.

No. Our time is valuable just like yours. During our consultations we will review your case, explain your options and potentially start a plan for moving forward. 

It depends on the complexity and type of case. Some cases resolve in weeks, while others may take months or longer.

Yes! We serve Bexar and surrounding counties including Kendall, Comal, Hays, Guadalupe, Kerr, Bandera, Medina, Wilson, Frio, Medina, Atascosa, and more! With the virtual world on the rise, we are able to serve you via zoom and by phone.

A female attorney can provide the nurturing, compassionate, fair, and tough legal expertise you need! No matter what your situation, our leading ladies are ready to fight for you! Ever argue with a woman?
Not all cases go to court. Many are resolved through negotiation or mediation. We prepare every case as if it may go to trial but aim to keep things simple for you.

While we can give legal guidance to non-clients, only clients are given direct advice for legal purposes. While it is always good to have a retained lawyer to help you through life’s ups and downs, we are happy to help with a simple consultation to see if we are the match for you! If you need general legal guidance or want to get a second opinion away from your primary attorney, our firm offers 30-minute consultations with our senior attorneys!

Tessmer Law Firm has strict procedures in place ensuring you receive notification of everything related to your case. By using a secure online portal, we are able to share documents, emails, call details, and more between all parties. We never want you to be in the dark about your case!
Contact us to schedule a consultation. We’ll evaluate your situation and guide you through the next steps.

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