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When you need legal help, you should get the best assistance possible. Vander-Plas LaFreniere, PLLC is here to help you. We offer more than legal jargon—we will work with you to find and execute the best decision for your family or business. Vander-Plas LaFreniere, PLLC has the finest West Texas lawyers available for your case. Whether you are planning your estate, need a probate attorney, or are in search of someone to help with your business (forming partnerships or LLCs, non-profits, best practices, strategic business planning, etc.) or assist in legal business needs (litigation, contracts, payment disputes, etc.), we are here to help you. When you choose Vander-Plas LaFreniere, you are choosing lawyers who will go above and beyond to assist you with your legal needs. From estate planning and probate to business formation, litigation, and civil appeals, Kristen and David LaFreniere are West Texans helping West Texans.

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Vander-Plas LaFreniere is a family owned and operated law firm focused on helping West Texans with their legal needs. We are here for our fellow West Texans in every way we can be! Kristen Vander-Plas LaFreniere is a graduate of Texas Tech University Law School. She is a member of the State Bar of Texas and the Lubbock Area Bar Association and is admitted to practice in all Texas courts, the Supreme Court of the United States, the Federal Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, and various federal district courts. Kristen is active in her church, local politics, and in various parts of her community including coaching advocacy teams for the Texas Tech law school as well as the Talkington School for Young Women Leaders. She also teaches courses in business law to undergraduate and graduate business majors at her alma mater, Lubbock Christian University.

David LaFreniere assists VPLF Law clients in various business and litigation matters as “of counsel” with the firm. David has a business degree from the TTU Rawls College of Business and graduated from Texas Tech Law School with highest honors. Before law school, David worked in business and held managerial positions with Fortune 500 and International Fortune 500 businesses. David is licensed to practice law in all Texas state courts, as well as the Federal District Court for the Northern District of Texas. In addition to his work at the firm, David is an owner of an independent book-publishing company, based in Lubbock, with contacts and clients across the globe.

VANDER-PLAS LAFRENIERE, PLLC

We have been in business for ten years and Kristen is the first attorney we have been happy with. She sees our needs before we even know we have them. Her advice is always on point and she always has our best interests in mind. We will follow her through her career and keep her as our only legal counsel. We are thankful to have her represent us. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Business Client

Kristen is always eager to assist me and provide solid advice. She is prompt, communicates clearly and is very effective. I trust her to be honest and find solutions to any issues that arise. I highly recommend her. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Business Client

Im not sure how you even rate someone like Kristen. She is off the charts and has the "It" factor when it comes to practicing law. She shines as an individual, operates out of integrity and has great compassion for what she does. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Wills/Estates Client

Resolved my issue quickly, made things very easy for me to understand and I will definitely call her next time I need an attorney - highly recommended.
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- Business Client

Attorney I have met. She has faced up to every challenge presented her and has been more than capable of prevailing. I can’t say enough about her character and commitment to her client. I would recommend Kristen to anybody and know that I have done that person a tremendous service by pointing them in her direction. If anybody deserves the title “Best in West Texas,” it’s her. Make no mistake, she is the best. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Business Client

I’ve known Kristen for a long time, and you couldn’t ask for a better lawyer. She is one of the finest lawyers I’ve known, , and I would be comfortable using her for any of my family’s legal services. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Business Client

I’ve known Kristen for a long time, and you couldn’t ask for a better lawyer. She is one of the finest lawyers I’ve known, , and I would be comfortable using her for any of my family’s legal services. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Business Client

Kristen is a joy to work with. She helped us prepare documents for starting our business and end of life planning. I highly recommend her and her work. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Business & Estate Planning Client

Kristen is always looking out for her clients. Shes dedicated and personable. I always feel like she has my best interests in mind as she seeks solutions for my legal needs. I highly recommend her and her firm to anyone needing a good attorney. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Business Client

As a small business owner and entrepreneur I initially made it a goal to find a lawyer that I can trust, communicates well and either knows the answers I am looking for or will do whatever it takes to go and find it. Finding Kristen has been a blessing for our small businesses and I rest easy knowing that if I need anything she will jump to it and do whatever she can to help. Wearing as many hats as we do, not having to worry about legal matters is a blessing and something I am extremely thankful for. I am glad to have a lawyer that I can grow my business with, and one that I know will always do the right thing while treating us with the same respect as a bigger client. If youre looking for a Christian lawyer that communicates extremely well, is passionate about her profession and will works hard for her clients then KVP is the obvious answer. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Business Client

Kristen is a breathe of fresh air. I have worked with a handful of lawyers in times past and have often felt as if I were on another planet, in the sense that different languages were being spoken. Kristen took the time to hear our matter thoroughly and then went above and beyond in explaining in laymans terms. Kristen showcases a down to earth personality that takes away the often intimidating experience legal matters can be. We highly recommend Kristen to anyone needing legal services! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Business Client

Having Kristen on my case was a tremendous boost. She is very knowledgeable and explains everything you ask. Her response time is close to immediate. Kristen is pleasant and determined. Great qualities. My case is ongoing but I know she will come out on top. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Civil Appellate Client

Highly efficient worker; She provided fast, effective resolution of our problem. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Business Litigation Client

Kristen is very competent and hardworking. I trust her to be honest with me. I appreciate her efficiency and thoughtfulness.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Small Business Client

I would highly recommend Kristen. Her knowledge and dedication to her work is exceptional and impressive. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Civil Litigation

Kristen is a great attorney. She’s personable and professional and has helped me greatly with my business as well as some personal items. I highly recommend her for all your business or estate needs. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Business Client

VPLF takes the time to do it right. Every situation and client is unique and they know that. I’m SO glad we chose VPLF and let them work for our business and my wife and I personally. No complaints only praises. Highly recommend. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Business & Estate Planning Client

In the current climate it’s scary to own a business. Your liabilities change on a daily basis and, unless you have someone in your corner to keep you apprised, most of the time you will not even know what you can be held liable for. Between customer safety, employee welfare, intangible property and product liability, there are a million pitfalls that can cripple the future of your business and the future of your family. I am so fortunate to have Kristen in my corner through all of this. She has had my back every step of the way, guiding and helping me with everything, often before I knew I even needed the help. Out of every business decision I have ever made, choosing Kristen as my attorney has been the best. Thank you Kristen, for all you do. We couldn’t do it without you. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Business Client

This law firm and Ms. LaFreniere are very professional. They get the work done professionally and expeditiously. I have used them for numerous business legal needs and am very pleased with their performance. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Business Client

Kristen was very responsive for helping provide guidance for several items. It is great to have a local resource for legal issues. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Business Client

Kristen is great and easy to work with and she is extremely willing to do what she needs for her client! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Litigation & Estate Planning Client

Kristen has helped us with advice and preparing our legal documents. She met us via Zoom and our documents were delivered the next day so we are very impressed and will definitely call on her again. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Estate Planning Client

Kristen does it all! She’s my attorney for my company & my personal life. 10/10 would recommend her. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Business & Estate Planning Client

Kristen is one of the most reliable people I know. She serves with excellence and delivers every time. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Business Client

Kristen is one of the most reliable people I know. She serves with excellence and delivers every time. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Business Client

They are wonderful to get back with you and help you with all your business needs!!! They are your leading Business lawyer with great and fast responses! Call them today! You won’t regret it! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Business Client

In my 20 years of practice I have never known a lawyer as young as Kristen who exhibits as much skill, drive, creativity, and ability as She does. She is a better lawyer than many peers my vintage—and older. In addition to the fact that I have referred clients to her, Kristen is one of the very few lawyers I can say without qualification that I would hire if I needed a personal appellate attorney. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Peer Review—Civil Appellate Law

A keen legal intellect and is and a pleasure to work with. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Peer Review—Civil Appellate Law

Kristen is a credit to our profession and its future. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Peer Review—Civil Appellate Law

Kristen is very hardworking, smart, and capable. I would always recommend her. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Peer Review—Civil Appellate Law

Kristen is undoubtedly one of Texass most notable rising appellate stars! Shes a credit to our profession, and an even better person! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Peer Review—Civil Appellate Law

Kristen is an outstanding attorney, her only disadvantage is that she is young, but she has clerked for the Supreme Court of Texas, and is an outstanding appellate attorney. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Peer Review—Civil Appellate Law

Kristen is an intelligent and ethical attorney. She zealously represents her clients while working well with opposing counsel. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Peer Review—Civil Litigation

Kristen is an outstanding young lawyer, very smart, very hardworking and very dedicated to her clients. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Peer Review—Civil Litigation

A brilliant and dedicated advocate. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Peer Review—Commercial Litigation

Kristen is an excellent lawyer. Her arguments are well thought out, and she is a font of knowledge. Ive only known her to be of the highest ethical caliber, and if all attorneys were like her, our profession would be in much better shape. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Peer Review—Civil Litigation

What We Do

Vander-Plas LaFreniere, PLLC can help you with a variety of your legal needs. Our areas of practice include estate planning and management; wills; powers of attorney; advanced directives; business law (formation, strategy, best practices and business counseling, collections, litigation, contracts, and planning for the future); and civil-appellate work. VPLF Law serves as “outside counsel” to dozens of small businesses across West Texas. We also handle civil appeals across the state and can serve as appellate counsel for trial lawyers during and after trial. VPLF Law is an affordable alternative to handling appeals yourself. Kristen is highly qualified in civil appeals and can also provide trial-level assistance for motions dockets and other trial-level issues of appellate importance.

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