Atty. John Chivis
John Chivis is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, consumer, creditor-debtor and 4 other areas of law. John has been licensed for 15 years.
Bankruptcy & More Attorney · Serving San Antonio, TX · 15+ Years Experience
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About John Chivis at a Glance
John Chivis is a family law, bankruptcy, creditor rights, consumer, and insurance attorney based in San Antonio, Texas. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Eastern Bankruptcy Court Texas Eastern District Court Texas Western District Court Texas (2011). Educated at Texas Southern University (J.D., 2009). Serves clients in San Antonio, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Chivis
- John Chivis is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, consumer, creditor-debtor and 4 other areas of law
- John has been licensed for 15 years
- John practices in San Antonio, TX
Practice Areas Explained
John Chivis's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Chivis handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Antonio.
Family Law in San Antonio
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in San Antonio
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
John Chivis is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Texas →
Creditor Rights & Collections in San Antonio
John Chivis is one of 42,582 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Texas →
Consumer Protection in San Antonio
Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.
John Chivis is one of 50,226 consumer attorneys indexed nationally. Browse consumer attorneys in Texas →
Insurance Law in San Antonio
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Antonio
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Antonio are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
San Antonio Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Antonio-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in San Antonio Choose John Chivis
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John Chivis's practice in the field of family law, bankruptcy, creditor rights, consumer, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Chivis brings 15+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering family law, bankruptcy, and creditor rights, John Chivis can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Antonio
A San Antonio-based practice means John Chivis attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues John Chivis Handles in San Antonio
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters John Chivis has experience with under Texas law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact John Chivis directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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