Family Lawyer Comal County

Helping Resolve Family Law Matters with Compassionate Legal Services

In family law matters you need a trusted legal partner who cares about you and will do everything legally possible to protect your rights and interests. At South TX Family Law, our experienced family law attorneys in Comal County provide compassionate representation to help you navigate some of life’s most challenging legal situations.

Whether you are facing divorce, issues regarding child custody or support, or have concerns about property division or spousal support in divorce, we are here to protect your best interests and those of your children.

Comprehensive Family Law Services

Family law matters can be emotionally challenging. Our experienced Comal County family law attorneys handle a wide range of cases, including the following:

Divorce (including high-asset and complex property division issues)

Child custody and child support
Legal separations
Spousal support (alimony)
Adoptions
Grandparent’s access to grandchildren
Paternity
Father’s rights
Mediations
Collaborative divorce
Enforcements for child custody, support, and spousal support
Modifications to existing court orders

Divorce for High-Asset and Complex Property Division Cases

Divorce can be complicated when significant assets, real estate, business interests, or retirement accounts are on the table. We guide our clients through every step of the process, whether contested or uncontested.

We help determine fair community versus separate property designations under Texas law.
We work with financial experts and forensic accountants when needed.
We advocate for equitable division of marital estates that reflect your interests.

Texas Law on Marital Property

Texas is a community property state. Most property acquired during the marriage is owned equally by both spouses, but exceptions exist. Our firm helps fight to ensure that what’s yours stays yours.

Child Custody and Child Support Disputes

When children are involved, we prioritize their well-being while protecting parental rights. Whether establishing custody for the first time or modifying an existing order, we help you craft solutions that support long-term family stability.

We draft and negotiate detailed parenting plans and visitation schedules.

We ensure that child support is calculated fairly according to Texas Family Code Chapter 154.
We represent both custodial and non-custodial parents in court and mediation.

We aim to ensure parenting arrangements reflect what’s in the child’s best interests, which is the focus of judges in family courts in Texas.

Legal Separation and Spousal Support Issues

Texas does not recognize legal separations, but contracts that address financial and custody matters when two spouses plan to live separately can be written. A legally binding partition and exchange agreement can divide community property and are enforceable in the state.

We help clients file for temporary support, custody, and property management orders.
We assist you in understanding spousal maintenance eligibility under Texas law.

We focus on ensuring you are never in the dark or lack financial support while the issues are resolved.

Adoption

Adoption is a joyous event, but it requires careful legal navigation to ensure rights are properly transferred, and the child’s welfare is preserved. We assist with:

Stepparent adoptions
Relative and kinship adoptions
Termination of parental rights
Agency and private adoptions

Grandparent Access Matters

Texas law provides limited access and visitation rights for grandparents in specific situations. We evaluate your unique family dynamics to determine the legal path to maintaining your connection with a grandchild.

Paternity Actions and Legal Father Rights

Establishing paternity is crucial for unmarried parents seeking custody, visitation, or child support.

We file Suits to Adjudicate Parentage under Texas law.
We help you navigate DNA testing procedures and court filings.
We assist you in securing rights like custody, visitation, and decision-making authority.

Fathers play an essential role in a child’s life, and we are committed to helping men assert their rights and responsibilities.

Mediation and Out-of-Court Settlements

While courtroom conflicts may be necessary in some cases, many family law matters can be resolved without revealing your private issues in open court. Mediation offers a less adversarial, more private approach to reaching an agreement.

We provide representation during mediation, protecting your interests while encouraging collaboration.
We draft legally enforceable settlement agreements.
We reduce emotional strain and costs by avoiding prolonged litigation.

Texas courts often encourage or require mediation as part of the Alternative Dispute Resolution process. We help you make the most of it.

Enforcing or Modifying Existing Family Law Orders

Circumstances change. Whether it’s a job relocation or a child’s needs evolving, we assist in:

Modifying custody, visitation, or support orders
Enforcing existing court orders when a party is non-compliant
Filing contempt of court actions, if needed, to protect your rights

We act quickly to ensure that outdated or ignored orders don’t compromise your or your child’s well-being.

Identifying Separate Property versus Community Property

One of Texas’s most important aspects of family law is distinguishing between separate and community property. This classification affects how property and debts are divided in a divorce or upon death. We assist clients in:

Tracing inheritances, gifts, or pre-marital assets to establish them as separate
Protecting separate property from being commingled with marital property
Navigating claims of reimbursement or contribution from one estate to another

These distinctions can result in significant financial differences in complex or high-asset cases. We ensure your financial legacy is accurately represented and preserved.

How to Prepare for Your Initial Family Law Consultation

When you come in to see our experienced family law attorneys for an initial consultation, we want you to walk away with a clear plan of action for your future. Here’s how you can get the most out of your time with us:

Gather relevant documents: Bring any existing court orders, financial statements, prenuptial agreements, or correspondence from the other party.
Outline your priorities: Think about what matters most. For example, it could be keeping the family home, maintaining custody routines, or protecting inherited assets.
Be honest about challenges: Whether there’s a history of abuse, financial secrecy, or substance issues, your attorney needs to know the full picture to protect you.
Ask questions freely: We welcome all questions about timelines, costs, legal strategy, and how Texas law applies to your unique circumstances.
Leave with a plan: You won’t walk out confused or uncertain. You’ll leave our office with a clear understanding of the next steps, possible outcomes, and what support we can offer.

Your story matters. And we’re here to listen, advise, and fight for what is most important to you and your loved ones.

Why Choose Our Comal County Family Law Firm?

At South TX Family Law, we offer a path through one of life’s most challenging transitions. Our team:

Brings decades of experience handling Texas family law cases
Customizes our approach to your personal and family goals
Works closely with financial planners, counselors, and co-parenting professionals as needed
Provides compassionate yet assertive representation in and out of court

Whether in New Braunfels, Comal County, San Antonio, or the Texas Hill Country, our office serves your family’s legal needs with integrity and heart. Our legal team, led by Attorney Laura D. Heard, knows how Texas law defines the rights of parents, children, and spouses, and we use that knowledge to secure the outcomes our clients need.

Talk to a Family Law Attorney in Comal County Today

Your family’s future is the priority at South TX Family Law. Let us help you find peace, protection, and a path forward. Call to schedule your family law consultation at 210-775-0353 today.