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Plain answers for San Antonio families.

Divorce, custody, support, and property division explained the way we'd explain them across the table — in Texas terms, with Bexar County practice in mind. Written by Ronald A. Ortman.

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Custody

Custody or Conservatorship? What Texas Law Actually Calls It

Texas does not use the word custody. Here is what conservatorship, possession and access, and joint managing conservatorship actually mean for your parenting schedule.

Jan 28, 2026·3 min read
Property

Community Property in Texas: What's Yours, What's Both of Yours

Texas divides marital property in a manner that is just and right — not automatically fifty-fifty. How characterization, tracing, and reimbursement claims actually work.

Jan 14, 2026·3 min read
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