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San Antonio Divorce Lawyers
Secure Your Future with Confidence.
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Protecting Families and Guiding Futures
We provide compassionate and strategic legal representation to protect your rights and help you build a brighter future. Schedule a free consultation.
Types of Divorce We Handle
Divorce is rarely easy, but understanding your options and the process ahead can make it less daunting. At Lishman Law, PLLC, we provide clear, straightforward guidance to help you navigate this transition with confidence. Our focus is on protecting your rights and helping you achieve a fair and equitable outcome.
Seeking a smooth, efficient divorce process? If you and your spouse agree on most key issues, an uncontested divorce can be a cost-effective and less stressful option. We guide you through the paperwork and ensure all legal requirements are met.
Military divorces in San Antonio require a specific understanding of federal laws and military regulations, including the Uniformed Services Former Spouses' Protection Act (USFSPA). Lishman Law, PLLC is experienced in handling these complexities, ensuring service members' and their spouses' rights are protected throughout the process, addressing issues like retirement benefits and healthcare.
Texas is a community property state, meaning assets acquired during the marriage are subject to division. Lishman Law, PLLC can help you understand what constitutes community property, including real estate, investments, and personal property, and advocate for a fair and just distribution that aligns with Texas law.
Spousal support (commonly known as alimony) can be a crucial factor in divorce, providing financial assistance to a spouse after the dissolution of the marriage. We can help you understand whether you may be entitled to receive, or obligated to pay, spousal support, considering such factors as the length of the marriage, earning potential of the spouses, and contributions to the marriage, and advocate for a fair outcome.
When disputes arise over property, child custody, or other critical issues, a contested divorce becomes necessary. We are skilled litigators prepared to fight for your rights and protect your best interests in court.
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The San Antonio Divorce Process: What to Expect
Going through a divorce can feel overwhelming. You can rely on us to handle the following steps with skill and efficiency.
We will discuss your situation, answer your questions, and assess your options during a free case evaluation. This is done over the phone, and usually lasts 20 to 30 minutes.
Our diligent team can prepare and file the necessary paperwork, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court requirements.
We arrange for the spouse to be officially served with the divorce petition in a manner consistent with legal requirements. Alternatively, we can assist with obtaining a waiver of service from the spouse.
At some point in the process, most parties will engage in negotiations, either formally or informally, to attempt a settlement. We have extensive experience with negotiations and mediations, which can save time and money.
Should an agreement be impossible to reach with a client, our team is prepared to advocate for our clients’ interests in court.
What Our Clients Say
Our Team
Sarah Anne Lishman was born and raised in San Antonio, Texas, where she graduated with honors from Communications Arts High School. She earned a bachelor’s degree from Eastern New Mexico University in 2005, majoring in History and minoring in English. After obtaining her undergraduate degree, she returned to San Antonio and attended St. Mary’s University School of Law.
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Why Choose Lishman Law for Your Divorce?
This is what sets us apart when it comes to divorce representation in San Antonio:
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Client-Focused Approach
We take the time to listen, thoroughly understand each client's situation, and develop a tailored legal strategy.
Board Certified in Family Law
Sarah Anne Lishman is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. This certification requires rigorous experience, and signifies advanced knowledge and commitment to excellence in family law.
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Clear Communication
We believe in keeping clients informed every step of the way, explaining complex legal concepts in plain language.
We pride ourselves on transparency and accessibility, helping clients feel empowered throughout the divorce process.
Areas of Service
Lishman Law proudly provides family law and divorce legal services to clients throughout San Antonio and the surrounding communities in Texas. We are committed to serving the diverse needs of families and individuals across a wide geographic region.
- Bexar County
- San Antonio
- Leon Valley
- Universal City
- Live Oak
- Converse
- Guadalupe County
- Seguin
- New Braunfels
- Cibolo
- Staples
- Schertz
- Kendall County
- Boerne
- Kendalia
- Fair Oaks Ranch
- Bergheim
- Comfort
- Atascosa County
- Pleasanton
- Poteet
- Jourdanton
- Lytle
- Charlotte
- Bandera County
- Medina County
- Hondo
- Natalia
- Devine
- LaCoste
- Castroville
- Wilson County
- Floresville
- Sutherland Springs
- La Vernia
- Poth
- Stockdale
- Kerr County
- Kerrville
- Center Point
- Ingram
- Mountain Home
- Hunt
- Gillespie County
- Fredericksburg
- Luckenbach
- Harper
- Doss
- Stonewall
- Comal County
FAQ
The timeline for a divorce in San Antonio varies significantly based on the complexity of the case and whether it is contested or uncontested. An uncontested divorce, where both parties agree on all terms, can be finalized in as few as 60 days (the minimum waiting period required by Texas law).
Contested divorces involving disputes over property, child custody, or other issues can take several months to a year or more to resolve. Factors such as the court's schedule, the willingness of both parties to negotiate, and the need for discovery can all impact the length of the process.
In San Antonio, as in all of Texas, the primary consideration in child custody determinations is the best interests of the child.
Judges will consider a range of factors, including the child's physical and emotional well-being; the stability of each parent's home environment; each parent's ability to provide care and support; the child's wishes (if they are of sufficient age and maturity); evidence of any domestic violence or abuse; and each parent's willingness to co-parent and facilitate a relationship with the other parent.
Lishman Law will advocate for a custody arrangement that prioritizes your child's needs and promotes their healthy development.
Mediation is a process in which a neutral third party (the mediator) helps the divorcing parties attempt to reach a settlement agreement. The mediator facilitates communication, helps identify common ground, and explores potential solutions. While mediation is not strictly required in all Texas divorces, many judges encourage or even order parties to attempt mediation before proceeding to trial.
Texas is a community property state. This means that property acquired during the marriage is presumed to be owned equally by both spouses and is subject to division in a divorce. Separate property, which is property owned before the marriage or received as a gift or inheritance during the marriage, is not subject to division.
The court will divide community property in a just and fair manner, which is generally, more or less, a roughly equal division. However, the court may deviate from an equal division if there are compelling reasons, such as one spouse's misconduct or disparate earning capacity.
Your lawyer at Lishman Law will carefully analyze your assets and debts and advocate for a property division that protects your financial interests.
Texas offers both "no-fault" and "fault" grounds for divorce. The most common ground is no-fault, which means that neither spouse is required to prove the other did anything wrong. The no-fault ground is "insupportability", which means that the marriage has become insupportable because of a discord that destroys the marital relationship and prevents any reasonable expectation of reconciliation.
Fault grounds for divorce include adultery, abandonment, cruelty, and conviction of a felony. While proving fault can impact certain aspects of the divorce, such as property division or spousal support, it is often not necessary or advisable in a Texas divorce. We will advise you on the best grounds for your divorce based on your specific circumstances.
Going through a divorce is a significant life event, and it's common to seek out various forms of information and support. We've gathered a list of external resources that may offer valuable insights and assistance
Facing a Difficult Divorce? We Can Help.
You don't have to go through it alone. We offer compassionate, strategic guidance and a personalized approach to protect your rights and help you achieve a brighter future. Schedule a free consultation today to discuss your situation and explore your options.