About
Branch Law Firm, founded in 2007 and based in San Antonio, TX, is dedicated to providing comprehensive legal services to its clients. With a combined experience of over 20 years, the firm specializes in family law, estate planning, and probate cases, and prides itself on its commitment to customer service. The team, led by the highly skilled attorney Crista M. Branch, works diligently to make the legal process as easy and painless as possible for its clients. With a focus on negotiation and conflict resolution, Branch Law Firm aims to achieve successful outcomes that leave clients satisfied and confident.
Specialties
Family members involved
Self, Siblings, Parents, Husband / Wife (domestic partner), Children, Grandparents, Extended family
Area of law
Child custody / child support, Divorce or legal separation, Prenuptial agreement, Domestic violence, Adoption and surrogacy, Spousal Support or Alimony, Other family matters
Location and hours
Branch Law Firm
549 Heimer, Ste. 200
San Antonio, TX 78232
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8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
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Work Experience
Senior Attorney
Branch Law Firm
2019 - Present
Attorney
The Law Office of Lisa A. Vance, PC
2014 - 2018
Attorney
Law Office of Brooke Irey, PLLC
2010 - 2014
Attorney
Spahn Law Firm, PLLC
2008 - 2010
Law Clerk
James Patrick Smith, PC
2007 - 2008
Law Clerk
J.D. Bucky Allshouse, PC
2005 - 2007
Legal Assistant / Receptionist
Paul Conner & William Harris, Attorneys
2003 - 2004
Attorney
Crista Marichalar, P.C.
2004 - Present
Associate
Law Offices of Clyde McCorkmick
2002 - 2004
Associate Attorney
Curney, Garcia, and Farmer
1998 - 2002
Associate
Dale & Klein, LLP
1997 - 1998
Attorney
Branch Law Firm
2018 - Present
Attorney
Shumway Van
2015 - 2017
Associate
The Nichols Law Firm, PLLC
2012 - 2015
EH&S, Regulatory & Training Manager
Cessna Aircraft Company
2001 - 2009
Petty Officer 2nd Class - Aviation Administration
United States Navy
1997 - 2001
Education
South Texas College of Law
2007
Texas Christian University
2004
Incarnate Word College
1994
Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law
1997
Friends University
2004
St. Mary's University
2012
South Texas College of Law
2007
Texas Christian University
2004
Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
1997
Incarnate Word College
Communication Arts
1994
St. Mary's University
Law
2012
Friends University
Business Administration
2004
Associations & Affiliations
State Bar of Texas
Guardianship Certification
Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (Texas chapter)
Member
State Bar of Texas, Real Estate, Probate and Trust Section
Member
TCU San Antonio Alumni Chapter
Board of Directors
TCU San Antonio Alumni Chapter
Member
San Antonio Livestock Exposition (Rodeo) - Hall of Fame
Member
San Antonio Bar Association
Member
State Bar of Texas, Family Law Section
Member
San Antonio Bar Association, Family Law Section
Member
State Bar of Texas
Member
Texas Christian University Alumni Association
Member
College of the State Bar of Texas
Fellow
State Bar of Texas
Certified Mediator
ACTS Missions
Board of Directors
TCU San Antonio Alumni Chapter
Vice President
San Antonio Bar Association, Family Law Section
Board Member - CLE Coordinator
San Antonio Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse
Board of Directors
Business Networking International (BNI)
Member
Christian Business Chamber of Commerce
Member
Houston Young Lawyers Association
Member
Texas Family Law Foundation
Lifetime Member
Texas Family Law Section
San Antonio Family Lawyers Association
Secretary
State Bar of Texas
San Antonio Bar Association
San Antonio Family Lawyers Association
Member
Publications
Website Blog
Legal Scenarios in Big Little Lies
2017
Website Blog
Top 5 Misconceptions Regarding a Will
2017
Website blog
Guardianship in Texas
2016
Website blog
Estate Planning Musts for the Hospital
2016
Website blog
Three documents more important than a will
2016
San Antonio Bar Association - Family Law Section Monthly Meeting Handout
Inventories - Tips, Hints & Suggestions
2010
SABA - Bench Motions & Trials
Local Rules
2010
SABA-Bench Motions & Trials
Inventories in Divorce Cases? Like Dinosaurs - Extinct?
2010
Speaking Engagements
Estate Planning Essentials
Wills, Powers of Attorney, Directive to Physicians, Medical Directives, HIPAA Releases, Guardian Designation
2017
Monthly Meeting
Small Business Planning
2013
People's Law School
Living Wills and Powers of Attorney
2011
Monthly Meeting CLE
Family Law - Inventories
2010
MINEFIELDS: AVOIDING EXPLOSIONS AS A CRIMINAL AND CIVIL ATTORNEY IN CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT CASES
Flashlight Needed: Get My Discovery
2014
San Antonio Family Law Section Luncheon
Mediated Settlement Agreements and Informal Settlement Conferences
2015
Extreme Family Law Makeover
Case Law Update
2013