The Schafer Firm is a specialized legal practice dedicated exclusively to eviction defense and tenant’s rights advocacy in San Antonio, Texas. Led by attorney David Schafer, the firm stands out for its focused expertise in navigating the complex and fast-paced eviction process, ensuring tenants have a fair opportunity to present their case.
The firm’s approach is rooted in a deep understanding of Texas eviction law, including the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure and relevant Property Code chapters. They emphasize that many eviction cases can be successfully defended when tenants understand procedural rules and articulate defenses clearly. Representation is primarily limited to Bexar County, with geographic considerations made on a case-by-case basis.
Services Offered
- Eviction Defense
- Eviction Appeal to County Court
- Representation in Eviction Trials at Justice Court Level
- Claims Against Landlords for Failure to Give Written Receipts for Cash Rental Payments
- Claims for Failure to Repair or Remedy Conditions Affecting Health or Safety
- Legal Action for Removal of Property and Exclusion of Tenant (Lockout)
- Claims for Failure to Return Security Deposit
- Debt Collection Violations under Texas Finance Code
- Notice of Termination of Lease Letters (for domestic violence, sex offenses, stalking, military orders, death, lockout, failure to repair)
- Trial Attorney Services
The firm serves tenants in Bexar County and handles cases involving residential, commercial, and manufactured home tenancies. With extensive experience in local courts, they help clients assert their rights under specific Texas statutes and seek remedies for landlord violations.
