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Serving San Antonio, TX, we offer free consultations for family law and estate planning. James P. Peterson provides experienced legal support.
Attorney at Law
James P. Peterson
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“I tell my clients what I see happening in the courtroom, provide them with advice, and they make the decision.”
Since 1986, James P. Peterson, Attorney at Law has been practicing family and probate law in San Antonio, TX. When you hire us, our goal for you is this: Solving your legal issue as amicably — and cost-effectively — as possible.
When it comes to issues that divide families, James P. Peterson prefers to seek resolution outside the courtroom. In this way, families have a better chance of both solving the problem and healing the wounds than they would in a courtroom setting.
However, there are family law issues that can only be decided in a courtroom. When that is the case, Mr. Peterson will fiercely advocate for his client, doing all he can in trying to obtain the best possible outcome.
With more than 35 years helping individuals in these areas of law, Mr. Peterson has the experience to know what works best in almost any situation. Our legal services include — but are not limited to — adoption services such as relative, private, stepparent, international, adult, foster care, closed, open, interstate, and same-sex couple adoption. We also handle divorce, custody, relocation and visitation, and child support
For estate matters, we assist with wills, trusts, probate, probate administration, will contests, affidavits of heirship, and powers of attorney. We’re committed to delivering clear, effective legal guidance for every client’s situation.
All of these services focus on all the legal issues which arise in a family. Our practice is well versed in all aspects of contested litigation, as well as mediation and cooperative issue resolution.
Litigation Percentage
- 75% of Practice Devoted to Litigation
Representative Clients
- Adoptive Parents
- Step-Parents
- Married Couples
- Single Persons
- Heirs
- Beneficiaries
- Executors
- Power of Attorneys
Professional Associations
- Union Privilege Legal Services (AFL-CIO) — Plan Attorney, 1985-Present
- ARAG — Plan Attorney, 1997-Present
- San Antonio Bar Association — Past Chairman, Attorney Referral Committee
- The Bulverde United Men’s Ministries — Past President
Awards & Honors
- Distinguished Service Award — Texas Legal Services Center, 2011
- Eagle Scout (1978) — Charter Organization Representative (BSA), 1997-2013
- Pro Bono College of the State Bar of Texas
- Family Law Attorney of the Year, 1997
- Former Charter Organization Executive, Boy Scout Pack and Troop 53
Pro Bono Activities
- Legal Hotline for Older Texans
Bar Admissions
- State Bar of Texas, 1985
- U.S. District Court – District of Texas, 1993
- U.S. Court of Appeals – Fifth Circuit, 2000
Education
- J.D. — St. Mary’s University School of Law, 1985
- B.A. — The University of Texas at Austin, 1982
- Boerne High School, 1978
Religious Associations
- Group Leader for Bible Study Fellowship
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Director of worldwide missions for Hope Arise Methodist Church
Areas of Practice
Divorce
Navigate divorce with a divorce lawyer providing personalized legal support for separation, mediation, and settlement solutions.
Child Support
Secure fair child support with a lawyer providing experienced guidance for agreements, modifications, and enforcement matters.
Custody, Relocation & Visitation
Protect your parental rights with a custody lawyer offering clear guidance and strong representation for relocation & visitation.
Will Contest
Protect your interests with an estate litigation attorney for will contests, probate disputes, and inheritance disagreements.
Probate Administration
Simplify probate with an estate administration lawyer for efficient estate handling and legal compliance at every step.
Trusts
Protect assets and loved ones with a trust attorney offering customized estate planning to secure your legacy and avoid probate.
Probate
Navigate probate with a lawyer who simplifies estate administration, resolves disputes, and ensures a smooth legal process.
Powers of Attorney
Protect your future with a POA lawyer drafting power of attorney documents to secure your financial, medical, and legal interests.
Affidavits of Heirship
Protect your rights with an inheritance attorney simplifying heirship claims and estate or asset distribution guidance.
Wills
Protect assets and family with a will attorney offering personalized estate planning to ensure your wishes are legally secured.
Same-Sex Couple Adoption
Ensure a smooth adoption with an LGBT adoption lawyer offering experienced legal guidance for same-sex couples and LGBTQ families.
Interstate Adoption
Simplify interstate adoption with guidance that ensures ICPC compliance, avoids delays, and keeps your adoption moving forward.
Open Adoption
Navigate the open adoption process with legal guidance that safeguards relationships and sets clear expectations for your family.
Closed Adoption
Ensure privacy with a closed adoption lawyer who handles confidential adoptions with care, professionalism, and efficiency.
Foster Care Adoption
Simplify foster care adoption with a foster care attorney providing clear legal guidance and personalized support throughout.
Adult Adoption
Secure lifelong family bonds with an adult adoption lawyer who streamlines the process and handles every detail with care.
International Adoption
Simplify overseas adoption with an international adoption lawyer who guides you through legal steps and international requirements.
Stepparent Adoption
Secure your parental rights with a step parent adoption lawyer who streamlines the process and guides you every step of the way.
Private Adoption
Ensure a smooth independent adoption with a private adoption attorney providing legal guidance and personalized support.
Relative Adoption
Handle kinship adoption with a family adoption attorney providing personalized legal support and guidance every step of the way.
Recognized for Legal Excellence
Year Joined Firm | 1985
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