James Paul Peterson

James Paul Peterson

4.0
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 40 years

Adoption Lawyer at San Antonio, TX
Practice Areas: Adoption, Probate, Wills & Living Wills ... +3 more

14400 Northbrook, Suite 130, San Antonio, TX

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Adoption 45%

With over 35 years experience James P Peterson will serve you well, whether it is a complicated termination of parental rights, or an agreed family member adoption, or a private adoption

45%
Probate 25%

Probate the Will. Prepare the Affidavit of Hiership. Become an Executor or an Administrator of the Estate.

25%
Wills and Living Wills 15%

Simple wills or complex. Get a Power of Attorney, a Medical Power of Attorney, and a Living Will. Trusts for minors. Special Needs Trusts.

15%
Child Support 5%

Increase child support and collect past due child support

5%
Divorce and Separation 5%

Only accepting agreed or uncontested divorces and annulments.

5%
Family 5%

Establish Paternity, Enforce or Modify Custody Child Support, Visitation

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 262-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 40 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1985

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of James P. Peterson

14400 Northbrook, Suite 130, San Antonio, TX, 78232-5038

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James Paul Peterson's Reviews

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4.0 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Posted by Michael | June 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Professional, Caring, Accessible

I came to know Mr Peterson through my Mother, who worked with Mr Peterson for her will and estate planning. I hired Mr Peterson in early 2019 to help with estate matters (probate, etc) and he continues to be available and helpful and willing to listen to various related matters and offer guidance an...d professional insight and respect. I value patience and communication and this is what you also get with this lawyer. Highly recommended. As an aside, my brother has also consulted Mr Peterson for other family law/child support matters with great satisfaction as well.

Posted by Jeff | December 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Jim is the only attorney I have used..... Super !!!!

Jim has represented me with my child support/visitation/custody needs for my daughter for the last 19 years. This last time, the child's mother was trying to extend child support payments past the age of 19. Complicated case to say the least. Jim was always prompt, professional, and got the result...s I was looking for. Very happy I had Jim Peterson on my side. Thanks Jim !!!!

Posted by Jerry | November 19, 2013 | Probate

Great Attorney

I have known Jim for more than 15 years as a friend. I lost a family member in 2009 who did not have a a will and I was unprepared to deal with the estate. Jim guided my family and provided the legal services we needed to navigate the difficult probate process in not having a will. Jim is insigh...tful and very knowledgeable. I have recommended many people to him for civil matters and estate planning. Thanks Jim! Great work.

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John Greuner

Family lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Jim for many years and often seek his advice. He's brilliant, creative and gets results. In my opinion, he's one of the best family law attorneys in the San Antonio area, and he's got the courage and ability to reach out into other practice areas when the right situation arises. He won't let you down."

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Willie Graves

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Experienced and talented. I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Crosley

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jim Peterson is a superb lawyer who truly cares about the people he represents. I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Distinguished Service Award, Texas Legal Services Center

1997

Family Law Attorney of the Year, Consumer Business Review

Work Experience

1985 - Present

Owner, The Law Office of James P Peterson

Associations

2000 - Present

Federal Bar Court of Appeals 5th Circuit

member

1993 - Present

Federal Bar Court Western District of Texas

Member

1985 - Present

San Antonio Bar Association

Member

1985 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

2010 - 2012

Bulverde United Methodist Men

President

2005 - 2006

Referral Committee

Chairman

Education

1985

St Mary's University of San Antonio School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

University of Texas, Austin

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Union Meeting

Wills and Estate Planning

Languages

English

Activity

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