Hye Family Lawyers

Alexander “Alex” Beltaifa is an Associate Attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, working out of the firm’s San Antonio office. He joined the firm on June 16, 2025, and focuses his practice on family law. A dedicated and compassionate advocate, Alex brings a unique background in both education and law to his role. Originally from San Antonio, Alex was raised in the Tampa Bay area of Florida before returning to Texas. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Texas at San Antonio in 2011 and went on to receive his Juris Doctor from St. Mary’s...

I built this firm upon the ideals of equality, respect, honor and pride. I believe that actions speak louder than words and I should treat people the way I want to be treated. My mother once told me that God gave us two ears and a mouth for a reason…we should listen twice as much as we speak. I try to apply these concepts in my practice to provide better service to our Clients. I received my Juris Doctor from Texas Wesleyan University School of Law (a/k/a Texas A&M School of Law), my Bachelor of Arts from University of Texas-Austin...

We protect families and preserve assets by providing legal services in the areas of family law. Crista M Branch has 19 years of legal experience and have focused specifically on family law for 15 years. The firm handles divorces, custody, child support modifications, termination and adoptions, pre and post-nuptials and grandparent rights cases.

My practice focuses on providing legal advice, relationship agreements (no-nups, pre-nups, living together agreements, legal rental contracts), family law (folks seeking low-conflict divorce, custody and child support), wills and estate planning, medical directives, and mediation. I have a passion for helping folks with non-traditional lifestyles meet their legal needs. I have been polyamorous since 2006 and have 2 long-term partners (egalitarian polyam V, where I am the hinge). I am also a part of the regional burning man community in Central Texas. LGBTQIA++, polyamory, kink, sex-worker -friendly legal services. I communicate with clients throughout the state at their comfort...

Liberty Loving Lawyer. If it's litigation of any kind in the state of Texas, I can help, and if I cannot, I will try to send you to someone who can.

Former Adjunct Professor of Business Law Veteran, US Navy

Senior Associate Attorney at Modern Family Law

When I first set out to study law, I recognized that although a traditional education is vital, having first-hand experience and specialized areas of focus are invaluable. While attending South Texas College of Law, I worked as a Law Clerk at a personal injury law firm, and also completed a program to become a certified mediator. Balancing my work at a high-profile personal-injury law firm honed my litigation skills, deepened my understanding of the law, and strengthened my time-management skills. Although it was a challenge to sustain all three, my dedication has never wavered. When I was younger, I was in constant...

I was born in Roswell, NM in 1956 and completed my 12th grade at Stavanger American School in Stavanger, Norway in June 1974. I graduated with a B.S. in Criminal Justice Theory and Research, along with a minor in Government from Lamar University, Beaumont, Texas in May 1978. During my time there, I was elected to the National Political Science Honor Society in 1977. I earned my J.D. from St. Mary's University School of Law in San Antonio, Texas in December 1980 and was licensed by the State Bar of Texas in May 1981. I entered private practice in San Antonio,...

Austin Divorce Lawyer, Joe Newberry was born and raised in Austin, Texas. He attended St. Andrews School from first through eighth grade and then went to Austin High School. After graduating from Austin High, Joe attended the University of Arizona in Tucson and double majored in Finance and Economics in four years. Following college, Joe worked in the Fixed Assets Department of Southwest Airlines. It was during this time that he decided he wanted to pursue a degree in law.

In August 2004, Joe entered Law School at Texas Wesleyan in Fort Worth, and gained invaluable experience in the...

Matthew has been nominated as a Rising Star in 2021 and 2022 in the field of Family Law. Only 2.5% of all attorneys receive this honor chosen by other attorneys.

Erica Larson is an associate attorney based in Austin, Texas who specializes in family law. She enjoys getting to know her clients in order to provide compassionate representation. She understands that having to contact an attorney means that the clients are experiencing difficult circumstances and strives to make the process as simple as possible.

I have been practicing Family Law for over four years and I enjoy helping people through the difficult times in their lives. I began practicing family law to help children with disabilities and their families. I now help all types of families through custody disputes and divorces by focusing on the needs of the children and the concerns of the parents. My goal is to help the families work together not just during the current difficulties but also in the future.

Michael Araj has more than a decade of family law experience to draw from, including right here in Central Texas. Michael is ready to go to court to fight for his clients whenever the need arises but understands that the best path for many will be the path that resolves his clients’ disputes in negotiation, mediation, and settlement. Michael has handled high-asset divorce cases and complex and conflict-driven issues in all types of family law cases. He has successfully negotiated and tried cases involving complex assets. He has addressed cases involving the division of restricted stock, as well as family businesses...

Introducing Elizabeth “Libby” Ferguson, an accomplished attorney at the Law Office of Bryan Fagan. With a Juris Doctor from New York Law School and a Bachelor of Science from the University of Colorado – Boulder, Libby brings a wealth of knowledge and diverse experiences to her practice. Libby’s journey to becoming an attorney is as inspiring as it is unique. Growing up with a love for the mountains during her undergraduate years in Colorado, she later embraced the vibrant energy of city life while pursuing her legal education in New York City. This blend of serenity and dynamism shaped her ability...