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Gary Barton Barton & Associates Attorneys at Law
Barton & Associates, Attorneys at Law Office

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About Barton & Associates: San Antonio Family & Criminal Defense Lawyers

Your Trusted Legal Advocates in San Antonio, Texas

You’re here because something in your life has cracked open. A divorce you never wanted. A custody fight that keeps you up at night. Criminal charges that appeared out of nowhere. You need someone in San Antonio who’s been through this before—someone who knows the Bexar County courthouse, knows the judges, and knows exactly how to fight for you.

That’s why Barton & Associates exists. Gary Barton built this firm for moments exactly like yours. He saw too many people shuffled between lawyers—one for their divorce, another for their criminal case—when the truth is, these battles often overlap. The same family crisis that’s tearing you apart can lead to charges. The same accusation can threaten both your freedom and your relationship with your kids. You need one team that handles all of it. That’s us.

A Legacy of Dedication: Attorney Gary J. Barton

Gary Barton didn’t start this firm to build an empire. He started it because he believes that when your life is on the line, you deserve a lawyer who treats it like their own. In San Antonio legal circles, he’s known for two things: meticulous preparation and the ability to see around corners—to anticipate what the other side will try before they try it. Every client who sits across from Gary gets a strategy built for them, not copied from some template. Your case is not like anyone else’s. He’s never forgotten that.

Our Focus

Family Law & Criminal Defense Lawyers for San Antonio

Family law isn’t just about legal arguments—it’s about your life falling apart and needing someone to help you put it back together. Our San Antonio family lawyers have walked hundreds of people through exactly what you’re facing right now:

Divorce and Complex Property Division: You’re terrified of losing what you worked for. The house. The retirement account. The business you built. We untangle complex assets under Texas community property laws so you walk away with what’s actually yours—not just what your spouse wants to give you.

Child Custody and Visitation Disputes: Nothing keeps you up like the thought of losing time with your kids. We craft parenting plans that work for your actual life, not some court template. Whether negotiating or fighting in court, our goal is simple: maximum time with your children.

Child Support and Spousal Maintenance: Your kids shouldn’t suffer financially because your marriage ended. We fight for support orders that actually cover their needs—and yours if you’re entitled to spousal maintenance. No guesswork. Just enforceable numbers.

Modifications and Enforcement of Court Orders: Life changes. Jobs change. Kids get older. Ex-spouses stop following the rules. We help you go back to court to fix orders that no longer work—or enforce the ones the other side is ignoring.

Paternity and Adoption Matters: Whether you’re establishing legal parentage or growing your family through adoption, we handle the legal side so you can focus on what matters: building your family.

Aggressive Criminal Defense in San Antonio

One conversation with police can follow you forever. A conviction means jail time, yes—but also the job that won’t hire you, the apartment that won’t rent to you, the reputation that never recovers. Our San Antonio criminal defense attorneys start fighting the moment you’re arrested—sometimes before charges are even filed. We defend against charges that can destroy lives:

DWI / DUI Offenses: One night, one mistake, one checkpoint—and suddenly you’re facing license suspension, jail time, and thousands in costs. We challenge the stop, the tests, and the science.

Drug Crimes: Possession, distribution, manufacturing—whatever the charge, we scrutinize every search warrant and every “confession” for constitutional violations.

Assault and Domestic Violence: An accusation alone can cost you your home, your job, your children. We fight to clear your name before it’s permanently damaged.

Theft and Property Crimes: Burglary, robbery, shoplifting—these charges carry prison time and a “thief” label that never washes off. We fight to keep your record clean.

Sex Crimes: The accusation alone is life-altering. We move immediately to investigate, challenge credibility, and defend your future.

Weapons Offenses: Texas values gun rights, but prosecutors still pursue charges aggressively. We know when your rights were violated.

Probation Violations and Expungements: One alleged violation can land you in prison. And when it’s over, we help clear your record so the past stops holding you back.

We don’t wait. We investigate. We challenge every piece of evidence. And we fight for dismissals, reduced charges, and verdicts that let you breathe again.

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Our Approach

The Barton & Associates Difference: Our Core Principles

You’re not looking for a law firm that “cares about clients”—every website says that. You’re looking for proof that the people handling your life will actually treat it like their own. Here’s what that looks like here:

Deeply Client-Centered Approach: Most firms listen just enough to file your case. We listen until we understand what you’re actually afraid of losing—your kids, your house, your freedom, your sanity. Then we build a strategy around protecting that.

Integrated Legal Experience: Here’s why our dual focus matters to you: the same family crisis that’s tearing you apart can trigger criminal charges. The same accusation can threaten both your freedom and your relationship with your children. When your family and criminal cases are connected, having one team that understands both sides isn’t convenient—it’s essential.

Transparent Communication: You’re terrified of the unknown. What happens next? When? What does that legal term actually mean? We answer those questions before you have to ask. No jargon. No waiting weeks for updates. Just honest, timely information so you can actually sleep at night.

Strategic and Results-Oriented Advocacy: We always try to resolve your case without a trial—faster, cheaper, less stressful. But the other side needs to know something: we’re not afraid of the courtroom. When they realize we’ve done over 400 trials and will absolutely take their case to a jury, their “best offer” suddenly gets much better.

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Contact Our San Antonio Law Office Today

If you are facing a challenging family law matter or criminal charge in Bexar County, do not navigate this complex time alone. The right legal representation makes all the difference.

Barton & Associates, Attorneys at Law is here to provide the expert counsel and dedicated support you need. We invite you to schedule a confidential consultation with our San Antonio attorneys to discuss your case and learn how we can help you move forward.

Office: 210-500-0000
Service Areas: San Antonio, Bexar County and surrounding communities, Austin and Corpus Christi, Texas.

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San Antonio - Main Office

115 Camaron St, San Antonio, TX 78205

Austin - By Appt Only

316 W 12th St Suite 400, Austin, TX 78701

Corpus Christi - By Appt Only

5110 Wilkinson Dr Suite 210, Corpus Christi, TX 78415

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