Our Legal Services
Specializing In All Areas Of Family Law

James P. Peterson Attorney At Law is highly skilled in a range of areas encompassing family and probate law. Practicing in San Antonio for just over 25 years, attorney James P. Peterson is the best in the business when fighting family law cases. We offer prompt, personal and professional services to all of our clients.

We offer representation in the following areas and more:

Family Law

  • Divorce Cases
  • Child Support
  • Visitation
  • Custody
  • Adoption
  • Paternity

Probate Law

  • Wills
  • Powers Of Attorney
  • Living Wills
  • Directives To Physicians
  • Guardianships
  • Heirship Affidavits And Proceedings
  • Probates Of Will
  • Letters Of Testament
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Highlighted Practice Areas

Family Law

Family law is complex and varies from state to state. Fighting family and loved ones in court is no small feat; unfortunately, not all families are perfect. Outside circumstances and errors of the past can cause a breakdown in the family relationship, and this may require an outside mediator to help resolve the issues. We offer representation in the following:

  • Child Custody And Visitation Rights During Divorce Proceedings
  • Adoptions
  • Paternity
  • Child Support
  • Financial Arrangements
  • Prenuptial Agreements
  • Legal Agreements Between Unmarried Heterosexual Couples And Homosexual Couples

Divorce

Divorce is an unfortunate recourse for many couples to mend an already troubled relationship. However, due to heightened emotions on both sides, decisions pertaining to the parameters of the divorce can become confusing and stressful. James P. Peterson Attorney At Law will take control and guide you through this trying time. We will offer objective advice that can help settle your matters as quickly and amicably as possible.

Divorce is overwhelming and scary. We will be your support and shoulder to lean on. Our experience and success in representing our clients in divorce proceedings is your biggest asset. We will arrange every aspect of your divorce, including the following:

  • Child Custody, Support, And Visitation Rights
  • Alimony
  • Division Of Property And Assets
  • Grounds For Divorce (fault, no fault)
  • Mediations

Adoptions

Being able to adopt a child is an extremely exciting time in a person’s life, but it can also be very overwhelming and stressful. Due to the complicated nature of adoptions and the stringent measures that adoptive parents can face, tackling an adoption without a lawyer can become a nightmare. James P. Peterson Attorney At Law wants you to enjoy the experience.

Our extensive experience in adoption law and our numerous success stories makes us capable of handling your upcoming adoption. We understand the process and the various steps involved, including being sensitive to both parties involved. Like any other state, Texas has its own unique adoption processes, and James P. Peterson Attorney At Law is well aware of what must be done to have a successful adoption.

We know that you have many questions about your adoption, and we can help. We can help you determine the best type of adoption for your particular case, because no two adoptions are the same. We have expertise in a range of adoption cases, including the following:

  • Agency Adoption
  • Identified Adoption
  • Stepparent Adoption

To speak with a qualified family lawyer, or for a free initial consultation, call James P. Peterson Attorney At Law today!