R. Porter Corrigan, Family Law Attorney in San Antonio, Texas
Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson LLP
San Antonio, TX
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R. Porter Corrigan is an attorney based in San Antonio, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Family Law. Currently practicing at Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson LLP.
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- Handles Family Law matters from San Antonio, TEXAS.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (San Antonio) (2026).
About R. Porter Corrigan: R. Porter Corrigan is an attorney based in San Antonio, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Family Law. Currently practicing at Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson LLP.
Areas of practice
R.'s practice areas in San Antonio
R. concentrates on family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case R. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Family Law cases in San Antonio, Texas
R. takes family law matters in San Antonio, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before R. agrees to represent you.
Biography
R. Porter Corrigan, family law attorney serving San Antonio
R. Porter Corrigan is an attorney based in San Antonio, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Family Law. Currently practicing at Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson LLP. R. works from San Antonio, Texas and takes on family law matters across the region.
Porter Corrigan provides family law clients with essential insights gained from his work with two federal judges at the district and appellate court levels.
His work in a variety of cases has earned Porter the respect of both clients and colleagues, in addition to helping him earn honors on the Texas Rising Stars (2010-2012, 2014-2019) and Texas Super Lawyers (2021, 2023-2024) listings published by Thomson Reuters and selection to San Antonio’s Top Attorneys and San Antonio Rising Stars lists published in S.A. Scene magazine. Porter has been named to The Best Lawyers in America list each year since 2021, and he is also AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell.
A San Antonio native, Porter is heavily involved in the community. He is one of the founding members of the San Antonio chapter of Young Texans Against Cancer, and a Life Member of the San Antonio Livestock Exposition, Inc. (S.A.L.E.), which is a volunteer organization that emphasizes agriculture and education to develop the youth of Texas.
R.'s approach to family law cases
Porter Corrigan provides family law clients with essential insights gained from his work with two federal judges at the district and appellate court levels. His work in a variety of cases has earned Porter the respect of both clients and colleagues, in addition to helping him earn honors on the Texas Rising Stars (2010-2012, 2014-2019) and Texas Super Lawyers (2021, 2023-2024) listings published…
The kind of cases R. takes
R. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for family law matters in San Antonio and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Credentials — where R. studied and practices
Saint Mary's University
J.D. · 2007
The University of Texas
B.A. · 2002
Jurisdictions
R.'s state bar admissions
Texas, State Bar of
ACTIVE
R. studied at J.D. in Saint Mary's University and B.A. in The University of Texas.
Law school and academic background
R. completed J.D. in Saint Mary's University and B.A. in The University of Texas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice R. runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
R.'s legal honors and published work
R. has received 7 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (San Antonio)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon 500 Leading Family Lawyers, 2024-2026
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers, by Thomson Reuters as published in Texas Monthly, 2021, 2023-2025
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Texas Rising Stars, by Thomson Reuters as published in Texas Monthly, 2010-2012, 2014-2019
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (San Antonio) (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon 500 Leading Family Lawyers, 2024-2026 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers, by Thomson Reuters as published in Texas Monthly, 2021, 2023-2025 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Texas Rising Stars, by Thomson Reuters as published in Texas Monthly, 2010-2012, 2014-2019 (2026).
Locations
R. Porter Corrigan's office in San Antonio
R.'s primary office is at 425 Soledad, Suite 550, San Antonio, Texas, 78205. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson LLP
425 Soledad, Suite 550
San Antonio, Texas 78205
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How to hire R. Porter Corrigan — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new family law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with R. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
R. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain R.'s office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; R. will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a family law attorney in San Antonio, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many family law matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for R.
R. discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in family law practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every family law matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. R. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
R.'s office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many family law practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about R. Porter Corrigan
How much does it cost to hire R. for a family law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. R. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does R. offer a free consultation?
R. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain R.'s office. Some family law attorneys offer free consults — check R.'s current terms during booking.
How long do family law cases in Texas typically take?
Simple family law matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. R. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can R. take my case if I'm outside San Antonio?
R. is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — R. will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with R.?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. R. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is R. accepting new family law clients right now?
R.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Family Law attorneys serving San Antonio, Houston and Dallas in Texas
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