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Karen K. Zemis, Health Care Attorney in San Antonio, Texas

Over 35 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

San Antonio, TX

Practicing health care in San Antonio since 1991.

35+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
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Karen K. Zemis is an attorney based in San Antonio, TX. The practice focuses on Health Care. Karen has over 35 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
San Antonio, TX
Experience
over 35 years
Known for
Health Care
  • Handles Health Care matters from San Antonio, TX.
  • Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Karen K. Zemis: Karen K. Zemis is an attorney based in San Antonio, TX. The practice focuses on Health Care. Karen has over 35 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Karen takes on

Karen concentrates on health care. Each area below outlines the kind of case Karen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Health Care cases in San Antonio, Texas

Karen takes health care matters in San Antonio, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Karen agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Karen K. Zemis — health care lawyer in San Antonio

Karen K. Zemis is an attorney based in San Antonio, TX. The practice focuses on Health Care. Karen has over 35 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Ms. Karen K. Zemis is a lawyer practicing health care. Karen received a degree from University of Texas at San Antonio in 1981, and has been licensed for 35 years. Karen practices in San Antonio, TX.

Working with Karen on a health care matter

Ms. Karen K. Zemis is a lawyer practicing health care. Karen received a degree from University of Texas at San Antonio in 1981, and has been licensed for 35 years. Karen practices in San Antonio, TX.

Clients Karen works with

Karen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for health care matters in San Antonio and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • St. Mary's University of San Antonio

    J.D. · 1991

  • University of Texas at San Antonio

    B.S.N · 1981

Jurisdictions

Karen's state bar admissions

  • Texas (Inactive)

    1991 · ACTIVE

Karen studied at J.D. in St. Mary's University of San Antonio and B.S.N in University of Texas at San Antonio.

Law school and academic background

Karen completed J.D. in St. Mary's University of San Antonio and B.S.N in University of Texas at San Antonio. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Karen runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Karen has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Karen's professional memberships and bar associations

  • San Antonio Bar Association State Bar of Texas American Health Lawyer's Association American Society for Healthcare Risk Management

    membership

Locations

Karen K. Zemis's office in San Antonio

Karen's primary office is at 14314 Turtle Rock St, San Antonio, TX, 78232-4436. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

14314 Turtle Rock St

San Antonio, TX 78232-4436

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Karen K. Zemis — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Karen. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing health care attorneys in San Antonio.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Karen K. Zemis — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new health care attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Karen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Karen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Karen's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Karen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a health care attorney in San Antonio, Texas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many health care matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Karen

Karen discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in health care practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every health care matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Karen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Karen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many health care practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Karen K. Zemis

  • How much does it cost to hire Karen for a health care case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Karen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Karen offer a free consultation?

    Karen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Karen's office. Some health care attorneys offer free consults — check Karen's current terms during booking.

  • How long do health care cases in Texas typically take?

    Simple health care matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Karen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Karen take my case if I'm outside San Antonio?

    Karen is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Karen will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Karen?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Karen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Karen accepting new health care clients right now?

    Karen's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Health Care attorneys serving San Antonio, Houston and Dallas in Texas

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