I cannot say enough good things about Laura D. Heard and the team of Legal Professionals she leads at the South Texas Family Law office. Her firm is founded on the principles of truth, compassion, wisdom and persistence. Those qualities are exactly what I have consistently received during my divorce process - there is a reason this firm received the Better Business Bureau 2025 Torch Award for Ethics. Alannah Lamb listened to me with professional compassion and skill to understand my story, and my need for an attorney to truthfully represent me. I always looked forward to her welcoming voice on the phone. Hailey Harris persisted in taking the time to listen to me. She was the soothing presence when I came to the office and made each visit better. Deana McMicken patiently explained my bill whenever I had a question about it, and her professional credential as a Paralegal provides extra skill for her role as Office Manager and the need to rely on the law. She insists on truth, and doesn't deviate from it. My Paralegal is Kimberly Hernandez and she is insistent on truth being told and supporting me during the legal process. Her wisdom buoyed me up and protected me during the difficult phases of divorce. I am extremely grateful for her dedication and professional reassurance that the law will be to my benefit. My lawyer is Hector Cortes and he does not tolerate deviance from justice. My initial evaluation with him had to be on Zoom. He listened to my concerns during those 45 minutes and explained potential scenarios that could occur during my divorce. Hector used professional persistence to navigate the divorce process and relied on evidence based truths and family law during the complexities of my divorce process. He knew which Mediator to use for the combined best outcome during mediation. Hector remembers the small legal details, and that is a value I applaud him for. His prior Military experience was definitely a strength he utilized for my legal needs. So much legal wisdom was used by the entire legal team for my benefit during my family law need, a need I never thought I would need. Thank you South Texas Family Law, and thank you Laura for your friendship since 2004. I knew you would have my back and seek justice for me. You all deserve your 5 Star Reviews! Belinda Santos

Smooth and straight forward process making an estate plan. Easy to understand and flexible scheduling. Thank you Sylvia, Marina, and Kimberly!

I had the pleasure of speaking with Mr. Hector Cortes for a family‑law consultation, and he immediately stood out as a knowledgeable, impressive, and genuinely professional attorney. He listens closely, asks the right questions, and gives clear, straightforward guidance without pressure or assumptions. What truly sets him apart is his ability to handle the complexity and emotion of family‑law matters with calm, strategic focus. He’s flexible, thoughtful, open to input, and willing to pivot when needed—something most attorneys simply don’t do. He also gives you the straight answers many attorneys are afraid to give. While others get stuck in their ways or focus on being “right” Mr. Cortes stays focused on what’s effective. I left the consultation feeling informed and confident. If you want an attorney who combines expertise with genuine adaptability, talk to Mr. Cortes. Don’t waste time with anyone else.

Julie Boren was my attorney who assisted me with my pre-nup. She was very attentive and personable and gave excellent advice.

I highly recommend to come see Sylvia Zavala she is a high spirited women she was so generous to me n my family thank you again Sylvia

Come see Sylvia she'll get the job done

I highly recommend Sylvia she is the best she gets the job done so come see her

Kimberly and Sylvia come highly recommended

Great experience with Kim and Sylvia. This firm won’t let you down

Kim and Sylvia both do an amazing job. I can’t express how happy I am with this firm