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Experienced Military Divorce Lawyer In San Antonio

As part of a military family, you face unique challenges: the difficulties of long deployments, the stresses of having to relocate your loved ones and the need to be even more prudent about planning for the future. If you are contemplating or moving forward with a divorce, you need a lawyer who knows the law, who understands the complexities of the legal process and who knows how difficult this life transition can be. Your lawyer must be dedicated to working on behalf of your best interests until your divorce is finalized and often for years to come.

“I feel that anyone who does not sign on with Mark is making a mistake.” J.C.

I am San Antonio-based attorney Mark C. Thompson, and I represent members of the military and military spouses in divorce proceedings in Texas. Family law is the focus of my law practice, and I have helped service members stationed at Fort Sam Houston, Fort Hood, Lackland Air Force Base and military bases all over the world navigate the divorce process.

Many of my clients are unaware of everything that must be taken into account when pursuing a divorce, which is why I work one-on-one with them, from their initial consultation until the last papers are signed. While I cannot eliminate all of the emotional ups and downs of this challenging time, I can help you make informed decisions about your future and do what is best for yourself and your children.

Whether you are a service member or the spouse of one, you know the meaning of family sacrifice, and you deserve attentive, personalized and effective legal help to make your divorce as manageable as possible. Contact my office at 210-775-1140 for an initial consultation.

Military Divorce In Texas

A military divorce involves a spouse who is a reservist, an active duty member of the armed forces or a retired military service member. While the fundamental aspects are similar to civilian divorces, military divorces are governed by additional federal and state laws that can impact the proceedings.

One of the key legal considerations in a military divorce is the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA), which provides protections for active-duty service members. This federal law allows for the postponement of divorce proceedings if military duties prevent a service member from participating in the case. 

Establishing jurisdiction in military divorces can also be more complex due to frequent relocations. Texas courts may have jurisdiction if either spouse resides in Texas, is stationed in Texas, or if Texas is the service member’s state of legal residence.

Steps In The Military Divorce Process

A military divorce involves several key steps. Understanding these steps can help service members and their spouses approach the process with clarity and confidence.

  • Initial consultation: Meet with a military divorce attorney to discuss your situation and goals. In this meeting, you will learn about the laws that may affect your case.
  • Filing for divorce: Submit a divorce petition to the Texas court. You may consult your lawyer to help establish jurisdiction based on residency or military station. At this stage, you will address issues like custody, support and asset division.
  • Finalizing the divorce: You will receive a final divorce decree detailing all arrangements.

Throughout the military divorce process, I can provide dedicated support to service members and their families. I can guide you through each step, offering tailored solutions to address the unique challenges you might face.

Military Child Custody Lawyer In Texas

While divorces in military families share much in common with other types of divorces, there are unique issues that must be addressed and that require the experience of a skilled family law attorney. In addition to issues such as property division and spousal support, I help my clients sort through other difficult issues, including:

Contact The Law Office of Mark C. Thompson

For an initial consultation to discuss your divorce-related legal needs, contact me, San Antonio military divorce attorney Mark C. Thompson. Email me or call 210-775-1140. I offer competitive hourly rates and flexible payment plans to ensure that you get the high-quality representation you need.