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4.3 /5.0
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Biography
Karen Marvel began her legal career in 1987. She is an expert on back child support collection, the application of interest and enforcement in Marvel Law Group Karen represents clients in divorce, complex property divisions, custody and child support enforcement issues. She welcomes cases with special needs children -- an area where she has first hand knowledge. She holds a board certification in Family Law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Known for her articles and lectures, Karen writes and speaks extensively about child support for continuing legal education statewide. Every year since 2008 she has been honored through peer review as a Super Lawyer in Family Law by Texas Super Lawyers magazine.
Client Work
Taking care of families in the midst of difficult issues is Karen's passion. Karen believes in pragmatic solutions to difficult cases, drawing on her years of experience to guide clients through the legal system. Karen successfully represented clients at courts of appeals and the Texas Supreme Court in a landmark case that helped change the law on child support collection and the application of interest on child support. The law now allows collection of past-due child support, with interest, no matter when the parties divorced.
Karen also serves the legal community and the public through her work with the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Texas (3d Edtion Checklist Committee member and drafter), the Family Law Section of the San Antonio Bar Association (past president and board member) and the San Antonio Family Lawyer's Association for board certified family law attorneys (past president and board member). She is a life member of the Texas Family Law Foundation - an nonprofit dedicated to improving family law for all citizens of Texas.
Outside the office, Karen is a wife and mother of young adults, including one with special needs. She works with numerous school and neighborhood groups.
Board certified family law attorney who helps parents & children -- not just fathers or mothers.
Recognized authority & speaker on child support enforcement issues. Handle cases statewide.
Your case is unique & our approach to your case is unique too. Let us help you.
Board certified family law attorney who helps parents & children -- not just fathers or mothers.
Practice Areas
10
Practice Areas
Alimony
11%
Appeals
11%
38 years
Child Custody
11%
Child Support
11%
38 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 275-400 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2019 2013 2012
2018
Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 38 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1987
No misconduct found
Location
Marvel Law Group, PLLC
(210) 446-3822
Fax
310 S. Saint Mary's St., Suite 1010, Tower Life Building, San Antonio, TX, 78205
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Karen L. Marvel's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | March 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Simply the best!
Couldn't have asked for better representation! Karen and Tiffany were A+ during the entire process - supportive, attentive, and understanding. I wouldn't hesitate using their services, and in fact recommended them to another.
Posted by Shawn | October 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Lawyer and Better Person
Karen, has helped me on several occasion over the last 5 years. She has always been the epitome of professionalism. Always returns call, emails and has been the calming voice in the seas of stress...better known as a divorce. Her knowledge and experience in the family courts and ability to move th...
Posted by Elizabeth | June 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best team ever
Hiring Karen Marvel at Marvel and Wong Family Law would be one of the best moves you could make. Perseverant and patient. A lawyer who will stay with you for the long haul and help you deal with the frustrations of the court and opposing lawyers. She explains proceedings and always focuses on your...
Posted by anonymous | May 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Uncontested Divorce
Karen and her team were very helpful in getting my uncontested divorce finalized. The price was very affordable compared to other lawyers and all the paper work was completed smoothly. Overall I was divorced in 61 days and very happy with the service and professionalism.
Posted by Gina | May 2, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Divorce made easy
Karen put my mind at ease and in a very stressful and what I expected to be a very difficult time , she made relatively easy. She is a very proficient yet compassionate person , and I would definitely recommend her if you need an attorney. She knew all of the laws and explained everything in detail ...
Karen L. Marvel's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Knowledgeable lawyer who fights hard for her clients. Well respected in the legal community."
"Karen is an excellent attorney and just a genuinely good person. Whenever I am in Bexar County, I always ask for her advice on local practice and her take on the issues in my case."
"Karen is a highly skilled and professional attorney with whom I have had the opportunity to work with on a highly contentious divorce case. I find that she works hard and diligently to represent her clients' interests and, therefore, I am proud to endorse Karen Marvel, a reputable member of the bar."
"I endorse this lawyer. Karen is by far the most knowledgeable and effective Charles of support attorney I have ever encountered. I highly recommend this lawyer"
"I endorse this lawyer."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent lawyer. Will definitely recommend her services."
"I endorse Attorney Marvel as a fantastic family law attorney."
"Karen knows her stuff. There probably is not another attorney in Texas who understands and can immediately quote/argue the law regarding child support better than she. She never has to resort to grandstanding and raising her voice to try to win her point."
"Karen is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Determination and dedication describes this attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
"Highly recommended. Knowledgeable and experienced. I endorse this lawyer."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I have worked with Karen for years. My go to person for child support. In San Antonio. She is also fun to listen to in seminars, i always learn something."
"I endorse this lawyer. Well known and respected Family Law attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Karen Marvel's practice focuses primarily on child support. I am impressed by her facility with collections and her obvious commitment to her clients. She is the first person to call whenever I have any Texas child support questions."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Best Lawyers in San Antonio, SA Scene Magazine
2013
Best Lawyers in San Antonio, SA Scene Magazine
2012
Texas Super Lawyer - Family Law, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Best Lawyers in San Antonio, SA Scene Magazine
2011
Texas Super Lawyer - Family Law, Super Lawyers Magazine
2011
Best Lawyers in San Antonio, SA Scene Magazine
2010
Best Lawyers in San Antonio, SA Scene Magazine
2010
Texas Super Lawyer - Family Law, Super Lawyers Magazine
2010
Texas Super Lawyer - Family Law, Super Lawyers Magazine
2009
Best Lawyers in San Antonio, SA Scene Magazine
2009
Texas Super Lawyer - Family Law, Super Lawyers Magazine
2008
Best Lawyers in San Antonio -- Family Law, Scene in SA Magazine
2008
Texas Super Lawyer - Family Law, Super Lawyers Magazine
2007
Best Lawyers in San Antonio -- Family Law, Scene in SA Magazine
2005
Best Lawyers in San Antonio -- Family Law, Scene in SA Magazine
2005
President's Award of Excellence, Family Law Section -- San Antonio Bar Association
1987
Outstanding Editing Director, Texas Tech Legal Research Board
N/A
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
N/A
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Partner, Marvel Law Group, PLLC
1900 - Present
Partner, Marvel Law Group
2015 - 2015
Partner, Bandoske • Augustine • Marvel, PLLC
2015 - 2021
Partner, Marvel & Wong, PLLC
2012 - 2013
Of Counsel, Law Office of Arthur G. Augustine
2007 - 2012
Partner, Sinkin & Marvel
1997 - 2007
Associate, Sinkin & Barretto, P.L.L.C.
1994 - 1997
Staff Attorney, Bexar County Domestic Relations Office
1989 - 1994
Owner, Karen L. Marvel Attorney at Law
1987 - 1989
Associate, Heard, Goggan, Blair & Williams
Associations
2009 - Present
Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists
2002 - Present
Family Law Section - SA Bar AssociationBoard Member & Officer
1987 - Present
San Antonio Bar AssociationMember
2013 - 2014
San Antonio Family Lawyers AssociationPresident
2007 - 2008
Family Law Section -- SA Bar AssociationPresident
2006 - 2008
Autism Society of Greater San AntonioVolunteer General Counsel
Sample of Legal Cases
In the Interest of M.C.C., A Child, 142 S.W.3d 504 (Tex. 2006)
Case reversed & remanded
In the Interest of S.C.S. 48 S.W.3d 831 (Tex. App.–Houston [14th Dist.] 2001)pet. denied per curiam, sub. nom. Sprouse v. Spro
trial court affirmed; review denied
Education
1987
Texas Tech University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
McMurry University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Extreme Family Law Makeover
"Down and Out" Child Support Arrears & Enforcement
2009
Parent Child Relationships: Critical Thinking for Critical Issues
Obtaining Child Support
2009
Marriage Dissolution Institute
Creative Ways to Collect Child Support
2009
Extreme Family Law Makeover
Money Matters
2008
2008 Marriage Dissolution Institute
Dealing with Children with Special Needs (with S. Emerson)
2007
Extreme Family Law Makeover
Case Law Update
2007
2007 State Bar Annual Meeting
Setting & Collecting Child Support (with C. Moren)
2006
Extreme Divorce Practice Makeover
Collecting on Divorce Judgments
Publications
2008
Women Attorneys Speak Out!
You've come a Long Way, Baby -- Really! (Essay)
Languages
English
Spanish
Japanese
Activity
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Top Contributor
Karen earned significant contribution points in 2019.
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