When you need legal help, turn to Vander-Plas LaFreniere,
PLLC. Our West Texas attorneys combine clear guidance with practical solutions,
ensuring every decision serves your family or business goals. From
comprehensive estate planning and probate administration to forming
partnerships, LLCs, and non-profits, we handle each detail with care. We also
assist with strategic business planning, contract negotiations, and litigation,
always striving to protect your interests and resolve disputes efficiently. By
choosing Vander-Plas LaFreniere, PLLC, you gain dedicated advocates—Kristen and
David LaFreniere—who understand the unique challenges of Texas law and will go
above and beyond to achieve the best outcome for you.
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At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.
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Vander-Plas LaFreniere, PLLC got this award in 2021
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Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings:
AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him
or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.
Vander-Plas LaFreniere, PLLC got this award in 2021
Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely
respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.
Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.
Avvo Awards
Avvo Top Contributor: The Avvo Top Contributor Award is granted to attorneys who have earned significant contribution points in a given year on our sister site, Avvo.com. Contribution points are earned by answering questions in Q&A,
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Avvo Client’s Choice: The Avvo Client's Choice Award Badge is granted to attorneys with a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a given year.
Kristen supported me through a recent Probate hearing for my late bonus dad. She helped prepare me so I knew what to expect when we met with the judge. During the hearing she was kind and compassionate when I started to get a bit emotional. I am so grateful she was with me during that journey. I was dreading the hearing and she helped me have a very positive experience.
David has been very supportive throughout the probate journey I am traveling with my bonus dad's recent passing. He responds to my emails and answers my questions quickly. I am so grateful for his expertise and guidance.
I hired Kristen LaFreniere to assist with a client that was difficult in obtaining payment for services rendered from my company. This client was taking extrodinary steps in trying to avoid communication from my company to resolve the invoice. From the moment I hired Kristen, she went to work quickly to resolve this issue. She offered a few options on how to move forward with the client, explaining the pros and cons of each option. I am truly thankful for the professionalism and extensive knowledge base that Kristen brought to this situation. The best part is that the client paid the invoice promptly after communication from Kristen’s office. I am also grateful that even though I have a small Drone Company, recovering a small invoice, Kristen and her Firm treated me with the upmost respect and professionalism. I would highly recommend Kristen LaFreniere to any business owner.
David LaFreniere was instrumental in assisting my small business with the formation of a service contract. I was having some recurring issues with clients sending in late payments and asking for services beyond initial quotes and agreements. David sat down with me and constructed a Service Contract specifically tailored for my Drone Business. This document helps me set expectations from my very first interaction with any prospective client. David was very insightful in what I should expect and how to protect my business lawfully with the document. I am thankful for his candor and professionalism. I have never had a better experience when hiring an attorney to assist me. I would highly recommend David LaFreniere to any business owner.
Kristen was amazing to work with! She made contracts and filings easy to understand and handled everything with confidence and determination. Super knowledgeable, approachable, and very strategic—highly recommend!
David has a real talent for breaking down business law in a way that actually makes sense. He made everything feel relatable and easy to follow. Super helpful and knowledgeable—definitely someone you want on your side!
David and his wife make great attorneys. David is very knowledgeable and is very active in the community. He is very trustworthy and it is obvious with his actions he cares about people. I would highly recommend
David was great at serving my needs setting up my estate documents and establishing my LLC. He is always available when I have legal questions or need advice about those services. Additionally, as a mortgage loan officer I find him helpful when I have legal questions related to my industry.
I recently worked with David to set up my will, trust, and deed, and I couldn't be more impressed. They were thorough, professional, and made the entire process smooth and stress-free. If you're looking for a trustworthy business or estate planning attorney, I highly recommend them! Thank you again for your outstanding service!
I had the pleasure of working with Kristen on my estate planning, and the experience was exceptional. They were knowledgeable, patient, and made sure I understood every detail of my trust, will, and deed. Their professionalism and care really stood out. I’m so grateful for their guidance and would confidently recommend them to anyone needing legal support for their personal or business needs. Truly a top-notch experience from start to finish!
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• Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.
• Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.
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