Kerrisa Chelkowski

At the Law Office of Kerrisa Chelkowski, smart, knowledgeable, and experienced criminal defense is what you will find. Whether you are charged with a state or federal crime, criminal defense attorney Kerrisa Chelkowski will always strive to ensure your best interests are protected, from the beginning of an investigation to the end of post-conviction. Being a former prosecutor for the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office and as a Special Prosecutor for the Medina County District Attorney’s Office, Kerrisa Chelkowski has an in-depth understanding of the various strategies the prosecution may use to build a case against you. Kerrisa Chelkowski has been able to prepare criminal defense cases with intelligence, creativity, and special attention to detail. With hundreds of criminal cases tried before juries and judges in state and federal courts, including appeals involving the death penalty, Kerrisa has been able to prevail among her legal peers on widely publicized cases across Texas, including a dismissal of indictments against her clients involved in the Southwest Airlines case, and representing clients in the Bexar County multi-million dollar class action lawsuit settlement, involving illegal strip searches. Individuals and businesses seeking exceptional legal representation consistently turn to The Law Office of Kerrisa Chelkowski for a comprehensive and client-centered approach to legal solutions. Renowned for her unwavering commitment to excellence, Kerrisa Chelkowski proudly serves San Antonio, Texas. What sets the firm apart is her emphasis on personalized attention, actively listening to clients’ concerns, and tailoring strategies that align with unique objectives. The client-lawyer relationship is cultivated on a foundation of trust and open communication, fostering an environment where clients feel empowered and informed throughout the legal process. Choosing The Law Office of Kerrisa Chelkowski means opting for a dedicated ally, a commitment to achieving results, and a partnership that places the client’s interests at the forefront. Awards and Honors Super Lawyers® Selectees Kerrisa Chelkowski included in a Super Lawyers® list Honors Best Lawyers in San Antonio - Seen in SA Monthly 2007 Featured Profile in NSIDE Magazine "Leaders of Generation X" January/February 2007 Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine, 2013 Rising Star, Super Lawyers, 2009 - 2012 Other Sources of Feedback About Kerrisa Chelkowski Included on the 2026Texas Super Lawyers list Past Lists 2025 Texas Super Lawyers list 2024 Texas Super Lawyers list 2023 Texas Super Lawyers list 2022 Texas Super Lawyers list 2021 Texas Super Lawyers list 2015 Texas Super Lawyers list 2014 Texas Super Lawyers list 2013 Texas Super Lawyers list 2012 Texas Super Lawyers list 2011 Texas Super Lawyers list 2010 Texas Super Lawyers list 2009 Texas Super Lawyers list

• Bexar County District Attorney's Office, Assistant District Attorney, 2002 - 2004
• Languages
• English (Primary)
• Spanish

• Texas
• U.S. Court of Appeals 5th Circuit
• U.S. Supreme Court
• U.S. District Court Western District of Texas
• U.S. District Court Southern District of Texas

• National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
• San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (Board of Directors)
• College of the State Bar of Texas
• United States Supreme Court Historical Society
• Federal Bar Association
• Texas Criminal Trial College
• Hidalgo County Bar Association (Faculty Member)
• San Antonio Bar Association
• Bexar County Women's Bar Association