Deffenbaugh & Lange, P.L.L.C. - San Antonio, TX
Founded in 2004, Deffenbaugh and Lange, P.L.L.C. is a distinguished family-owned law firm in San Antonio offering over twenty years of combined partnership in estate planning, probate administration, taxation, and business law. Combining Certified Public Accountant credentials with seasoned courtroom advocacy, the firm provides trusted legal solutions for families and business owners.
Comprehensive Estate Planning and Business Advocacy in San Antonio
Managing family wealth, addressing complex tax compliance, and steering corporate growth requires deep legal and financial insight. At Deffenbaugh and Lange, P.L.L.C., clients benefit from a collaborative father-and-daughter partnership that merges four decades of business accounting experience with sophisticated legal representation. Serving clients throughout San Antonio, Bexar County, and South Central Texas, the firm delivers tailored counsel designed to preserve assets and resolve contentious legal challenges.
Senior partner Douglas Gerard Deffenbaugh is a Certified Public Accountant licensed since 1977 who earned his MBA from the University of Texas at San Antonio in 1982 and his Juris Doctor from St. Mary's University School of Law in 1992. Partner Lisette Christine Lange graduated magna cum laude from St. Mary's University before earning her law degree from the University of Texas School of Law in 2003. Together, they have worked collaboratively for more than two decades, earning a Martindale-Hubbell Peer Distinguished Rating and a perfect 10.0 Justia rating for outstanding legal craftsmanship and ethical integrity.
Core Practice Areas
When individuals and commercial enterprises seek to find a lawyer capable of managing intricate transactional details and estate matters, Deffenbaugh and Lange, P.L.L.C. provides experienced counsel across vital areas:
- Estate Planning, Wills, and Trusts: Formulating customized wills, revocable living trusts, irrevocable dynasty trusts, health care directives, and powers of attorney to safeguard family assets and minimize estate taxes.
- Probate Administration and Litigation: Guiding executors through Texas probate administration, heirship determinations, asset distribution, and vigorously handling contested wills and fiduciary disputes.
- Taxation and IRS Representation: Providing sophisticated tax planning for businesses and individuals, resolving federal tax audits, managing estate tax filings, and negotiating with tax authorities.
- Business Formation and Governance: Assisting entrepreneurs with limited liability company formation, partnership agreements, corporate restructuring, contract drafting, and ongoing commercial counsel.
- Commercial and Residential Real Estate: Advising buyers, sellers, landlords, and investors on property transactions, commercial lease agreements, easements, and zoning considerations.
- Consumer Bankruptcy and Debt Relief: Assisting individuals and small business owners in navigating chapter 7, chapter 11, and chapter 13 bankruptcy proceedings to stop foreclosure and achieve financial renewal.
Personalized Legal Service Backed by Financial Acumen
What sets Deffenbaugh and Lange, P.L.L.C. apart is their unique ability to evaluate legal problems through both a statutory and financial lens. Having an on-staff Certified Public Accountant enables the firm to anticipate tax ramifications and financial liabilities that general legal practitioners might overlook. In addition, partner Lisette Lange provides fluent Spanish legal communication, ensuring accessibility for diverse South Texas clients.
Whether you need an attorney urgently to resolve an IRS tax controversy or seek to hire an attorney to establish an enduring family trust, Deffenbaugh and Lange, P.L.L.C. offers the compassionate, high-caliber guidance you deserve. Located on Northbrook Drive in North San Antonio, the firm provides free initial consultations to help you protect your business, family, and future.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the northern portion of San Antonio in the Uptown area, close to the intersection of U.S. Highway 281 and Bitters Road.
Building Location
This office is located in Independence Plaza II, a two-story B-Class office building constructed with a masonry exterior, featuring an inviting open-air lobby and a modern exposed stairwell.
Parking Details
Clients and visitors have access to free on-site parking with 50 surface parking spaces and 30 covered parking spaces.
Public Transit
Served by VIA Metropolitan Transit Route 502 (Thousand Oaks / Converse); nearest stop is at Bitters & Heimer.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the main lobby of Independence Plaza II. Take the stairs or the elevator to the second floor, where you will find the offices of Deffenbaugh & Lange in Suite 200.