Veteran, educator and advocate brings compassionate approach to complex family matters
DALLAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#Familylaw—Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson, LLP, (ONDA) is pleased to announce the addition of Frances Seman, a seasoned advocate with a deep-rooted commitment to service, as an associate in the firm’s Frisco office.
A U.S. Army veteran, longtime educator and former legal aid attorney, Ms. Seman brings a rare blend of strength, empathy and dedication to her practice.
“Frances has dedicated her career to helping others, and that passion shines through in her work,” said name partner Scott Downing. “She is a steady and compassionate advocate, and we are excited to welcome her to the ONDA team.”
Before earning her law degree from UNT Dallas College of Law, Ms. Seman served six years in the Army, earning an honorable discharge in 1998, and spent a decade teaching middle and high school. She went on to work with Legal Aid of Northwest Texas, where she represented survivors of domestic violence. Ms. Seman also holds two master’s degrees from Texas Woman’s University.
“ONDA is known for being both fierce advocates and trusted guides, and I’m honored to join a firm that approaches family law with such humanity and excellence,” said Ms. Seman.
Ms. Seman recently was named to the 2025 Lawdragon 500 X – The Next Generation, which describes honorees as lawyers who “provide a forecast of the fascinating future of global law practice.”
The addition of Ms. Seman supports ONDA’s continued growth in North Texas, where the firm is known for handling complex family law disputes with precision and care.
About ONDA
Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson has served families for more than 30 years. With offices in Dallas, Frisco and San Antonio, ONDA is one of Texas’ largest family law firms. Each partner is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, and each is a member of the Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists.
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