When facing a child custody dispute, emotions run high and the stakes are deeply personal. At Tessmer Law Firm, our experienced San Antonio child custody attorneys are here to help you navigate the legal system and fight for what’s best for you and your child. Whether you’re going through a divorce, modifying an existing custody order, or involved in a high-conflict situation, we offer knowledgeable and compassionate legal support through every step of the way.
We believe every parent deserves a voice. Whether you’re a father fighting for equal parenting time or a mother seeking stability and support, we will advocate aggressively for your parental rights and your child’s future.
When a child is at the center of a legal dispute, the situation can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re going through a divorce or facing a modification to an existing custody order, the outcome can significantly impact your child’s wellbeing and your relationship with them. Our experienced San Antonio child custody attorneys are here to guide you through this challenging time with compassion, clarity, and confidence.
We understand that no two families are alike.
That’s why we take the time to listen to your concerns, understand your goals, and build a legal strategy tailored to your specific circumstances. Our mission is to help you protect what matters most—your children.
With hundreds of custody cases successfully handled, we offer strategic representation both in negotiation and litigation, tailored to the unique legal landscapes of each region we serve.
For sensitive child custody matters, our team at Tessmer Law Firm provides focused legal counsel across Central and South Texas, with deep experience navigating the local court systems, judges, and family law procedures. We represent clients throughout the major metropolitan areas of San Antonio, New Braunfels, and San Marcos, as well as the growing Hays County communities of Kyle, Buda, and Wimberley.
Our reach extends into Bexar County, including Alamo Heights, Stone Oak, Helotes, Shavano Park, and Garden Ridge, and continues into the Texas Hill Country, where we assist families in Boerne, Canyon Lake, and surrounding Kendall County. We also serve clients in smaller communities like Converse, Stonewall, and across Blanco County, Wilson County, and Atascosa County.
In Texas, child custody is known as conservatorship, and it determines which parent has the legal authority to make decisions about the child’s upbringing. The two main types of conservatorship include:
The court also determines a parenting schedule (often referred to as possession and access), which outlines when each parent will have physical time with the child.
Texas courts always prioritize the best interests of the child. Some of the most common factors considered in child custody cases include:
