
Joseph HoelscherLawyers
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About:
Joe Hoelscher is an award-winning criminal and family law trial lawyer whose dedication to vigorously defending his clients has earned him national recognition. Having been involved with the legal system since his mother's disappearance and murder in 1986, Joe knows how tough court is on clients and families in need of legal assistance. As a result, he has dedicated his law practice to helping his clients navigate the legal system so they can gain closure and find peace. Hoelscher Gebbia Cepeda PLLC's holistic approach to client services frequently involves the use of experts and counselors to help clients develop their case while overcoming the problems that led them to be involved with the legal system, whether in civil, criminal, or CPS court. Hoelscher has deliberately staffed his office with successful professionals who share in the experience of having been in court as litigants, victims, and witnesses so they can better understand their clients' needs. As a result, he has successfully represented clients in high-profile civil and criminal cases, as well as precedent setting cases. Joe is a published author, frequent speaker at legal seminars, and media commentator on legal matters. He advocates a client-centered approach to legal representation and aggressive trial-oriented approach to the law. Joe is a native San Antonian, graduate of MacArthur High School, with three graduate degrees from St. Mary's University and Baylor Law School. While practicing throughout Texas, he lives in San Antonio with his wife, Melissa, and three kids, Louisa, Cecilia, and Wolfgang. He supports a variety of social causes through his pro bono legal work which focuses on children's issues, the rights of indigent accused persons, and First and Second Amendment issues. View More ›
Jurisdiction:Texas (Since 2007); Federal Western District of Texas (Since 2007)
Practice Area
Family Law
Handles divorce, custody, parenting time, and support with DV-informed safety planning, temporary orders, safe exchanges, discovery protections, and long-term financial stability.
Criminal Law
Guides reporting, evidence, bail conditions, no-contact orders, prosecutions or defenses, and record sealing, centering survivor safety and informed participation across the criminal process.
Languages
English, Spanish
Fees
Free Consultation
Education
B.A.
J.D.
M.A.
Awards
Client Service
Client Service - Gold - Martindale-Hubbel (2019)
Top 30 DWI lawyers
Top 30 DWI lawyers - SA Scene Magazine (2016)
Best Lawyers of 2013
Best Lawyers of 2013 - SA Scene Magazine (2013)
Top 100 Trial Lawyers
Top 100 Trial Lawyers - National Trial Lawyers (2014)
Best Lawyers of 2014
Best Lawyers of 2014 - SA Scene Magazine (2014)
Texas Super Lawyers
Texas Super Lawyers - Criminal Defense - Texas Monthly Magazine (2023)
Top 100 Trial Lawyers
Top 100 Trial Lawyers - National Trial Lawyers (2017)
Top 100 Trial Lawyers
Top 100 Trial Lawyers - National Trial Lawyers (2016)
Top 100 Trial Lawyers
Top 100 Trial Lawyers - National Trial Lawyers (2015)
Top 30 DWI Lawyers
Top 30 DWI Lawyers - SA Scene Magazine (2017)
Client Distinction
Client Distinction - Martindale Hubbel (2015)
Top 30 Criminal Lawyers in San Antonio
Top 30 Criminal Lawyers in San Antonio - SA Scene Magazine (2014)
Top 100
Top 100 - Criminal Defense - National Trial Lawyers (2019)
San Antonio's Top Lawyers
San Antonio's Top Lawyers - SA Scene Magazine (2019)
Top DWI Lawyers
Top DWI Lawyers - SA Scene Magazine (2019)
DWI Trial Warrior
DWI Trial Warrior - Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers' Association (2020)
Top Family Lawyers
Top Family Lawyers - SA Scene Magazine (2015)
Texas Super Lawyers
Texas Super Lawyers - Family Law - Texas Monthly Magazine (2021)
Texas Super Lawyers
Texas Super Lawyers - Family Law - Texas Monthly Magazine (2022)
Top 30 Criminal Lawyers
Top 30 Criminal Lawyers - SA Scene Magazine (2016)
Associations
Board of Directors
Member
Member
Member
Member
Member
Founding Member
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