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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Austin & New Braunfels
Sanchez & Farrar is a dedicated legal practice serving clients in Austin and New Braunfels, Texas. Our attorneys bring decades of combined experience in family law, criminal defense, and estate planning, offering personalized solutions tailored to each client's unique needs. With a focus on compassion and strategic advocacy, we prioritize protecting our clients' rights and achieving favorable outcomes.Our team's diverse background includes military service, legislative work, and social services, enhancing our ability to address complex legal challenges. We are committed to providing accessible, bilingual services and maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in every case we handle.
Services
Family Law
Divorce
Child Custody
Criminal Defense
Estate Planning
Military Divorce
Spousal Maintenance
Domestic Violence Defense
DWI
Probate
Highlights and features
- Experienced attorneys with decades of combined legal expertise
- Personalized legal strategies tailored to your unique circumstances
- Bilingual services in English and Spanish for client convenience
- Proven track record in complex family law and criminal defense cases
- Commitment to compassionate, client-centered representation
What people say
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Services
Family Law
Our family law practice addresses divorce, child custody, and spousal support matters with compassionate advocacy. We help clients navigate complex emotional and legal challenges while prioritizing children's well-being. Our attorneys combine courtroom experience with mediation expertise to achieve practical solutions tailored to each family's unique circumstances.
Criminal Defense
We provide aggressive defense representation for criminal charges ranging from DWI to felony offenses. Our approach combines thorough case investigation with strategic negotiation and trial readiness to protect clients' rights. With former probation officer experience, we understand prosecution strategies and develop effective countermeasures to minimize consequences.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services create comprehensive solutions for asset distribution and healthcare directives. We help clients establish wills, trusts, and powers of attorney to ensure their wishes are honored. Specialized planning options address unique needs like special needs trusts and tax-efficient wealth transfer strategies.
Military Divorce
We handle military divorce cases with expertise in unique issues like federal benefits division and interstate custody arrangements. Our lead attorney's military service informs our understanding of deployment challenges and service-related complexities in family law matters.
Child Custody
Our child custody practice focuses on creating workable parenting plans while protecting clients' parental rights. We handle modification requests, enforcement actions, and international custody disputes with sensitivity to family dynamics and children's best interests.
People
Marco A. Sanchez
Founding Partner
Former social worker and probation officer with military service experience. Combines legal expertise with practical understanding of family dynamics and criminal justice system operations. Focuses on family law and criminal defense cases.
Jessica Farrar
Founding Partner
Texas House of Representatives member since 1995 with deep policy understanding. Applies legislative experience to legal strategy development. Specializes in family law and estate planning matters.
Questions
Why do I need a family law attorney?
Family law attorneys protect your rights during emotionally charged matters like divorce and child custody. They ensure legal compliance, advocate for fair outcomes, and provide strategic guidance through complex proceedings.
How do I choose the right criminal defense attorney?
Look for experience with similar cases, understanding of local courts, and commitment to personalized defense strategies. Check credentials and client testimonials to verify track record.
What happens during the legal process?
The process involves consultation, document filing, negotiation/mediation attempts, and potential trial proceedings. Your attorney will guide you through each stage with regular updates and strategic advice.
What if I face military-specific legal issues?
Our firm has specialized expertise in military divorce, custody, and benefits issues. We understand unique regulations and deployment-related challenges affecting service members' legal matters.
How much does legal representation cost?
Costs vary by case complexity. We offer free initial consultations for family law matters and transparent fee structures. Payment plans may be available for qualifying clients.
Can you handle urgent legal situations?
Yes, we prioritize emergency matters and provide timely responses to urgent client needs. Our team remains accessible for critical legal interventions outside regular business hours.
