Javier F. Oliva is a founding partner of Oliva, Saks, Garcia & Curiel, PLLC, a premier San Antonio law firm recognized for its unwavering commitment to excellence in civil litigation, business transactions, real estate matters, family law, probate administration, and criminal defense. With more than thirty years of courtroom experience at both the state and federal levels, Mr. Oliva has earned a reputation for crafting innovative, results-driven strategies tailored to each client’s objectives. As a certified mediator in general and family law, he frequently resolves complex disputes through alternative dispute resolutions before trial becomes necessary.
Practice Areas
• Civil litigation, including high-stakes contracts and tort disputes
• Business law, from entity formation to employment and acquisitions
• Real estate law, encompassing title issues, development, and leasing
• Family law, with emphasis on contested custody, support, and property division
• Wills, estates, and probate administration
• Criminal defense in both misdemeanor and felony matters
Academic and Media Contributions
For over three decades, Mr. Oliva has served as Professor of Instruction and Intern Coordinator at the University of Texas at San Antonio, teaching in the Department of Political Science & Geography and the Institute for Law and Public Affairs. He has mentored hundreds of aspiring lawyers through coursework, clinic supervision, and professional guidance. In addition, he regularly provides expert legal analysis and commentary on federal and state policy issues for local television affiliates.
Community Leadership
A lifelong resident of San Antonio and fluent Spanish speaker, Mr. Oliva has dedicated himself to numerous civic and charitable initiatives:
• Fellow Texas Bar Foundation
• Served as Board member, Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and Catholic Charities of San Antonio
• President of School Council for Antonian College Preparatory School, Board Member of Sendero Ranch HOA and Rey Feo Scholarship Foundation’s Rey Feo ’76 Royal Court
• Stephen Ministry leader and participant in That Man Is You (TMIY) men’s prayer group at Holy Trinity Catholic Church
