Krasienko Law Firm, PLLC - Waco, TX

Compassionate Family Law and Estate Planning in Waco

Navigating sensitive family disputes or planning for the future distribution of an estate requires an attorney who blends assertive legal advocacy with genuine educational support. Situated on Columbus Avenue in Waco, Krasienko Law Firm, PLLC delivers comprehensive legal counsel across divorce and family law lawyers and wills, estate planning and probate lawyers matters throughout McLennan County and Central Texas. Established in 2003 by attorney Lori Krasienko, a proud Baylor University School of Law graduate, the firm was built on the belief that clients make the best decisions when they are thoroughly informed about every legal option. A Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation, member of the Texas Bar College, and recipient of the Baylor University Veterans Clinic Advocate of the Year award, Lori provides dedicated guidance. When spouses and parents need to consult a divorce lawyer in Waco or hire a family law attorney who prioritizes their long-term well-being, this firm offers steady strength.

Strategic Divorce, Child Custody, and Support Solutions

Ending a marriage or resolving parental rights can feel overwhelming, but an experienced legal advocate restores clarity and control. As seasoned divorce lawyers, child custody lawyers, and child support lawyers, the legal team at Krasienko Law Firm, PLLC guides clients through every phase of family court proceedings:

• Contested and uncontested divorce proceedings structured to resolve marital property and debt division.
• Child custody and visitation agreements designed to protect parental bonds and daily routines for children.
• Establishing Texas statutory child support, healthcare expenses, and petitioning for post-judgment modifications.
• Alternative dispute resolution and mediation aimed at resolving sensitive conflicts outside the courtroom.
• Zealous courtroom trial advocacy when negotiation fails to produce a fair and equitable settlement.

Stepparent Adoption, Paternity, and Protective Orders

Expanding a family through legal adoption is one of the most rewarding legal milestones, yet the statutory requirements can be intricate. As caring adoption lawyers, Attorney Lori Krasienko guides stepparents and relatives through independent adoptions, home studies, and termination of parental rights to create permanent, lawful family units. In addition, the firm establishes parental rights through formal parentage and paternity actions. As vigilant domestic violence lawyers, the practice also intervenes decisively to secure protective orders and emergency restraining orders for victims of physical abuse, harassment, and domestic intimidation, providing vital legal protection when personal safety is in jeopardy.

Thoughtful Estate Planning and Probate Litigation

Proactive legal planning solves potential family conflicts before they arise. Functioning as knowledgeable estate planning lawyers and probate lawyers, Lori Krasienko crafts customized estate plans tailored to each family's goals. The firm prepares wills, durable financial powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and revocable living trusts to avoid unnecessary probate administration. When a loved one passes away, the firm assists personal representatives through court-supervised probate proceedings in McLennan County courts. Furthermore, when disputes develop over contested wills, capacity concerns, or breaches of fiduciary duties, the practice provides determined representation in probate litigation.

Why Central Texas Families Rely on Lori Krasienko

Clients choose Krasienko Law Firm, PLLC for its transparent communication, empathetic approach, and practical problem-solving. Lori Krasienko treats every legal matter as her top priority, working tirelessly to keep costs manageable through flat-fee options and accessible payment structures. With more than twenty years of local legal experience and deep roots in the Waco community, Lori empowers clients with the legal knowledge and personalized advocacy required to protect their families, their assets, and their peace of mind.