Heather Hudson - San Antonio, TX
Attorney at Goranson Bain Ausley, PLLC
Divorce Lawyers in San Antonio, TX
112 E. Pecan St. Suite 2630 San Antonio, TX 78205
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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9
Years
Experience
San Antonio Divorce Lawyer
Updated: 06/04/2026
Areas of Practice
- Divorce
- Military Divorce
- LGBT Divorce
- Divorce for Men
- Divorce for Women
- Collaborative Divorce
- Top LGBT Child Custody Lawyers in Texas
- LGBT Adoption
- LGBT Parenting Rights
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Parenting Schedules
- Visitation Rights
- Modification and Enforcement
- Modifying Child Support
- Grandparent Visitation and Custody Rights in Texas
- Gray Divorce
- Mental Health and Addiction in Divorce
- Paternity
- Adoption
- Alimony & Spousal Maintenance
- Divorce for Business Owners
- Divorce Mediation
- Negotiated Divorce
- Amicable Divorce
- Characterization of Separate and Community Property
- Business Valuation in Divorce
- Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements
- Cohabitation Agreements
- Uncontested Divorce
- High Net Worth Divorce
- Property Division
- Complex Property
- Dividing the Marital Home
- Pre-Divorce Guidance
- Becoming a Foster Parent
- Family Partner Violence And Divorce
- Contested Divorce
- Litigated Divorce
- High-Conflict Divorce
Attorney Information
Overview
Helping Clients Navigate Family Law Matters With Clarity and Confidence
I work with individuals navigating divorce, custody, support, property division, adoption, and family formation matters by providing a clear plan—one that begins with understanding their goals and values and ends with durable, practical solutions that allow them to move forward with confidence.
My own experience as a parent, going through separation and divorce while in law school shaped my commitment to this work. I understand how overwhelming family transitions can feel, and I believe clients deserve more than just a legal process. They need clarity, education, and options that protect their future. That’s why I work to resolve matters constructively through negotiation, Collaborative Divorce or mediation whenever possible—while being fully prepared to litigate when necessary. My goal is always to mitigate unnecessary conflict, protect children, and give clients tools they can use long after the case ends.
My clients include professionals, parents, military service members and spouses, LGBTQ+ individuals, and others who want efficient solutions and an approach that balances firmness with compassion. Whether drafting complex orders, guiding second-parent adoptions, or navigating military retirement benefits, I am committed to protecting what matters most.
Here’s how:
- Provide clear explanations and guidance so clients can make informed decisions.
- Focus on children’s needs and long-term stability.
- Manage complex issues such as military divorces, QDROs/DROs, and multi-county jurisdictional matters.
- Secure lasting legal protections for LGBTQ+ clients through adoptions and tailored orders.
- Stay responsive and practical while preparing thoroughly for court when needed.
Professional Credentials
With more than eight years of exclusive family law experience, and a background as both a U.S. Air Force officer and an M.B.A. graduate, Heather Hudson brings clients a unique combination of discipline, business insight, and legal skill. Based in the San Antonio office of Goranson Bain Ausley, PLLC, she focuses on all aspects of family law, including divorce (collaborative law and litigation), child custody and support, adoptions and terminations, surrogacy, name and gender-marker changes, and military divorce.
Heather is known for her ability to manage detail-heavy issues, educate clients clearly, and advocate with both strength and empathy. Her training in business administration enhances her ability to resolve complex financial and property matters, while her military background allows her to guide service members and their families with an insider’s understanding of military benefits, retirement, and culture.
Recognition
Heather has been widely recognized by both peers and clients for her excellence in family law. She has been named among San Antonio’s Best Lawyers and Rising Star Lawyers by Scene in S.A. Magazine, honored as one of the “10 Best Attorneys” for client satisfaction by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, and selected for the Attorney and Practice Magazine’s Top 10 Attorney Award. Her reputation for professionalism, integrity, and compassionate advocacy reflects both her legal skill and her dedication to serving clients with respect and care.
Awards and Honors
Awards
Honors
- Selected as a Rising Star Lawyer by Scene in San Antonio, 2018, 2020, & 2021
- American Institute of Family Law Attorneys - 10 Best Attorney - Client Satisfaction, 2019 & 2020
- Attorney Top 10 Award for Attorney and Practice Magazine, 2019
- S.A. Scene Magazine: S.A. Lawyers, Best Lawyers, 2018
- American Institute of Legal Advocates: Rising Star, 2018
- Dedicated Service to the U.S. Air Force, 2005
- Named a Rising Star in Texas Monthly, 2026
- Named among Scene in San Antonio’s Best Lawyers, 2021
- Honored as one of Scene in San Antonio’s Outstanding Women in Law, 2021
- Recognized in Scene in San Antonio’s Best Female Lawyers, 2021
Other Sources of Feedback About Heather Hudson
Included on the 2026 Texas Super Lawyers list
Education
Legal Education
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St. Mary's University School of Law,
San Antonio,
Texas, 2016
Juris Doctor
Non Legal Education
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University of Texas at San Antonio, Texas, 2011
M.B.A., Master of Business Administration
Major: Project Management -
University of Mary Hardin – Baylor, Belton, Texas, 1997
Bachelor of Science
Major: Chemistry
Current Employment Position(s)
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Associate
Past Positions
- United States Air Force, Acquisitions officer
- Mysti Murphy Law Firm, PLLC, Associate Attorney
Classes and Seminars
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Speaker, LGBTQ+ Issues in Collaborative Law, Collaborative Divorce San Antonio, July 2021
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Speaker, LGBTQ+ Issues in Collaborative Law 2, Collaborative Divorce San Antonio, June 2024
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Speaker, Discovery Requests on a Budget, Family Law Essentials Seminar, Laredo, May 2025
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Speaker, How to Prepare for Mediation, Family Law Essentials Seminar, McAllen, May 2025
- Speaker, Using Binding Settlement Agreements in Collaborative Law, Collaborative Divorce San Antonio, October 2025
Pro Bono Activities
- Boy Scouts of America
Published Works
Articles
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Military Divorce and Collaborative Law in Texas: A Constructive Path Forward for Military Families May 13, 2026
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Co-Author, The Objection Playbook: A Trial Lawyer’s Field Guide to Evidentiary Objections, Annual Marriage Dissolution Institute, Galveston, April 30-May 1, 2026
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CLSA, What is it? and Why do I need one?, Collaborative Divorce San Antonio, October 2025
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Discovery Requests on a Budget, Family Law Essentials Seminar, Laredo, May 2025
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How to Prepare for Mediation, Family Law Essentials Seminar, McAllen, May 2025
- LGBTQ+ Issues in Collaborative Law 2, Collaborative Divorce San Antonio, June 2024
- LGBTQ+ Issues in Collaborative Law, Collaborative Divorce San Antonio, July 2021
Bar Admissions
- Texas, 2017
Other Affiliations
- State Bar of Texas, Family Law Section, 2018 - Present (Member)
- State Bar of Texas, LGBTQ+ Law Section, 2018 - Present (Member)
- Collaborative Divorce Professionals of Texas (Member)
- San Antonio Bar Association, 2018 - Present (Member)
- San Antonio LGBT Bar (Member)
- San Antonio Collaborative Divorce Professionals (Member)
- Phi Delta Phi International Legal Society (Member)
- State Bar of Texas, Family Law Section, 2024-Present (Leadership Class)
- San Antonio Collaborative Divorce, Board of Directors, 2024 - Present
- Collaborative Divorce Texas, 2023 - Present (Member)
- San Antonio Collaborative Divorce, 2019 - Present (Member)
- State Bar of Texas, Collaborative Law Section, 2018 - Present (Member)
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