About Heather M Bachman
Heather M. Bachman is a dedicated Board-Certified Family Law attorney in Katy, Texas, recognized for her commitment to resolving family legal issues through collaboration and mediation. She believes in preserving family relationships and prioritizes out-of-court settlements, using the courtroom only as a last resort. Her comprehensive experience spans divorce, child support, visitation rights, enforcement of visitation and child support, collaborative law, and mediation.
Heather combines a compassionate approach with a thorough understanding of family law, providing clients with expert legal advice. She is committed to educating clients about legal procedures, exploring solutions, encouraging settlements, maintaining reasonable fees, and protecting their rights when litigation is necessary. Her role as Managing Attorney at the Attorney General’s Office has honed her skills in navigating complex administrative matters related to child support.
Her professional involvement includes active participation in organizations such as the Fort Bend Bar Association, where she served as President in 2019, the Texas Bar Association Family Law Section, and the Collaborative Law Institute of Texas. Heather's dedication has been recognized by the National League of Renowned Attorneys' Top One Percent in 2016, along with multiple awards for client satisfaction and excellence in family law.
A graduate of Thurgood Marshall School of Law, Heather achieved academic excellence, graduating cum laude and earning a spot on the Dean’s List.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
Texas Car Accident Laws
Understanding Texas's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
2 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
modified comparative fault (51%)
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$30K/$60K/$25K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas of family law does Heather M. Bachman specialize in?
Heather specializes in divorce, child support, visitation rights, enforcement of visitation and child support, collaborative law, and mediation.
How does Heather M. Bachman approach family law cases?
Heather focuses on resolving issues through collaboration and mediation, aiming to preserve family relationships and avoid court whenever possible.
What is Heather M. Bachman's role in professional organizations?
She is actively involved in the Fort Bend Bar Association, Texas Bar Association Family Law Section, and Collaborative Law Institute of Texas.
What recognition has Heather M. Bachman received?
Heather was recognized in the National League of Renowned Attorneys' Top One Percent in 2016 and has received multiple awards for client satisfaction.
Where did Heather M. Bachman receive her law degree?
Heather graduated cum laude from Thurgood Marshall School of Law, where she was consistently on the Dean’s List.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Heather M Bachman for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Heather for a free case review



