Melissa Cabello Havrda
Melissa
Cabello Havrda received a B.A. in political science from St. Mary’s University
in 2001 and her law degree from St. Mary’s University School of Law in 2007.
Directly after graduating from law school, Melissa worked as a clerk for the Law Office of Frank Herrera.
Between degrees, Melissa served her native San Antonio by working as an assistant to then-Mayor of San Antonio Ed Garza. She went on to serve as an assistant to Mayor Emeritus Lila Cockrell and former Councilwoman Bonnie Conner with the San Antonio Parks Foundation. To continue her dedication to her community, Melissa joined Heard and Smith in 2008 representing clients in Social Security Disability claims.
Melissa is a member of the San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association, San Antonio Bar Association, Mexican American Bar Association of San Antonio and National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives.
Melissa is married to Jason, an educator, and they have 3 young children.







