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Cyrus Franklin Rea II
About Cyrus
Biography
Cyrus F. Rea II is a trial attorney who represents clients in civil litigation, including family law, business torts, contract disputes, labor issues, malpractice defense, and complex commercial litigation matters in the construction and financial fields.
During his practice, Mr. Rea has represented a wide variety of clients in the State and Federal courts of Texas. Although his practice has focused primarily on business and commercial litigation, Mr. Rea has represented clients in trademark and patent disputes, personal injury defense, mass-tort defense, white-collar criminal defense, wrongful death claims, insurance litigation, and employment matters. He has tried cases before juries to favorable verdicts in both State and Federal courts and has been involved in dozens of mediations. He has also represented clients before the Federal and State Courts of Appeals.
Mr. Rea's is a familiar face in the courtrooms of Bexar County and the surrounding area. For this reason, he has often served as local counsel for firms unfamiliar with the peculiarities of the South Texas judicial system.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
35%
24 years
Family
30%
24 years
Child Custody
25%
24 years
Contracts and Agreements
5%
30 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 250-310 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 29 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
Rea Cyrus F Attorney II
110 Broadway Street, Suite 560, San Antonio, TX, 78205-1946
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Cyrus Franklin Rea II's Reviews
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Posted by Matthew | December 19, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
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Great Lawyer!
Cyrus Franklin Rea II was such a great help, very reliable, and trustworthy.
Posted by anonymous | August 26, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Top Notch Lawyer
Mr. Rea helped me navigate through a child custody dispute. He is experienced, professional, wise, responsive and communicates. Returns phone calls! With great expertise, he negotiated an agreement with the other party that was satisfactory to all, while protecting the child's best interests and mine...
Posted by Kevin | May 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Fantastic Lawyer
On multiple occasions has represented me and performed outstanding each time. He is efficient, knowledgeable and ethical. I appreciate the advice he has provided over the years and how he helped set realistic expectations. I have recommended Cyrus to others and they have reported back with comparable...
Posted by John | February 1, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Veryplease
No fault of Mr Rea my divorce settlement was in a mess. He stepped in corrected the problems and gave me the information that helped me greatly in settling the outstanding concerns of mine. Yes he cost more but he is worth it.
Posted by Feroza | December 16, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Extremely Pleased!
I am so excited by the way Mr. Rea handled my case! He listened to my issues and was able to get the case moved and resolved timely. He was very prepared and professional. The attorney for the other party said that I hired a “bull dog” to get him! I would highly recommend Mr. Rea! Not only is he...
Cyrus Franklin Rea II's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I had the pleasure of working with Cyrus as opposing counsel on a matter. He has great understanding of Family Law in Texas, and is not afraid to fight for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is an extremely capable and professional attorney with whom I have had cases against and with whom I have referred family law cases to. He has a command of military law as it relates to Texas divorce and has been of assistance to me and some of my clients on a co-counsel basis."
"I endorse Cyrus. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Cyrus is a brilliant lawyer who possesses a thorough knowledge of family law and issues of divorce, custody, and support. He is a powerful advocate for his client in the courtroom or at mediation."
"I endorse Cyrus Rea because I have seen him at work, both in the courtroom, when he tried cases before me in the 224th District Court, and in my mediation practice. He knows the law and has extremely good instincts and judgment, which makes him an outstanding attorney. Rene Diaz, Former District Judge"
"Cyrus fights in the courts for his clients and teaches young lawyers the ins and outs of litigation. His knowledge, experience, and attitude make for a winning lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. In the past, I have retained Cyrus Rea as co-counsel counsel on several litigation cases, which were all settled successfully on behalf of our clients. Cyrus is an exceedingly brilliant trial lawyer. Cyrus has my highest recommendations."
"I've been lucky enough to work with Cyrus on both family and general civil litigation matters. His legal opinion and judgement are the best around. He always fights hard for his clients and gets great results. His firm and his staff always conduct themselves in a manner consistent with the highest ethical standards of the profession. I highly recommend this attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2004
Member Board of Directors, San Antonio Young Lawyers Association
2002
Secretary, San Antonio Young Lawyers Association
2001
Vice President, San Antonio Young Lawyers Association
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Managing Partner, The Law Firm of Cyrus F. Rea II, P.C.
2005 - 2011
Managing Partner, Hargrove & Rea, P.C.
2002 - 2003
Attorney, Strasburger & Price
2000 - 2003
Attorney, Jenkens & Gilchrist
1995 - 2000
Attorney, Baker & Botts
Associations
2005 - Present
Knights of Columbus
State Bar of Texas
Member
San Antonio Bar Association
Member
2005 - 2006
San Antonio Young Lawyers AssociationBoard of Directors
2004 - 2004
San Antonio Young Lawyers AssociationBoard of Directors
2002 - 2002
San Antonio Young Lawyers AssociationSecretary
2001 - 2001
San Antonio Young Lawyers AssociationVice President
Education
1996
Stanford Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
University of Missouri, Columbia
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2006
San Antonio Young Lawyers Association
Managing a Practice
Publications
2013
NSIDE Magazine
Divorce and Business Owners
2012
NSIDE Business - San Antonio
Don't Feed the Sharks
2012
NSIDE Magazine
Till Death Do Us Part
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers