About Kristen LaFreniere

Kristen (Vander-Plas) LaFreniere, owner and manager of Vander-Plas LaFreniere, PLLC in Lubbock, Texas, is a proud West Texan who was born and raised in Lubbock. She earned highest honors at Lubbock Christian University before graduating from Texas Tech University School of Law. Following law school, Kristen served as briefing attorney to Justice Don R. Willett at the Supreme Court of Texas, then returned home to launch her practice. Today she provides comprehensive legal services in business law, civil litigation, business counseling, estate planning, probate, and civil appeals. Active in the State Bar of Texas, she edits The Advocate for the Litigation Section and recently served as editor of The Appellate Advocate. In addition to her full-time practice, Kristen teaches business law at Lubbock Christian University, coaches moot-court teams at Texas Tech Law, and co-teaches pre-law and mock-trial classes at the Talkington School for Young Women Leaders. She lives in Lubbock with her husband, David, and their spirited puppy, Copper PAWfreniere.

 

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Wills and Probate
Posted by Lynn
July 31, 2025
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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.

 
Collections
Posted by Jonathan
July 27, 2025
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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.

 
Business Law
Posted by Ryan
July 26, 2025
Hired Attorney

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!

Wills and Probate
Posted by anonymous
July 23, 2025
Hired Attorney

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!

 
Estate Planning
Posted by Jane
July 22, 2025
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Kristen was a delight to work with. She was attentive and fully understood what I needed. She was extremely knowledgeable and very quick to respond to any of my needs, an expert communicator. The work was done quickly and correctly, making the process smooth and easy the whole way through.

Estate Planning
Posted by anonymous
July 22, 2025
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Working with Kristen LaFreniere on my estate planning was one of the most reassuring and empowering experiences I’ve ever had with a legal professional. From our very first conversation, Kristen’s deep knowledge of estate law was evident, but what truly stood out was her warmth, compassion, and genuine dedication to making the process as smooth and stress-free as possible. Estate planning can feel overwhelming—there are so many important decisions to make, and often they involve emotional and personal topics. Kristen approached every aspect of my plan with incredible patience and clarity. She took the time to explain every detail, from wills and trusts to healthcare directives and power of attorney documents. I never felt rushed, and she made sure I understood the full implications of each choice I was making.

 
Business Formation
Posted by Carol
July 21, 2025
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Any legal issues (like getting my LLC set up), Kristen is just great to work with. She is very responsive, quick, fairly priced and more. She is one of the better attorneys I have ever used. She cares about her clients!

Residential Real Estate
Posted by Jeramie Lance
July 21, 2025
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Working with this firm was a fantastic experience. They were very fast, knowledgeable, and on top of my case from the start. They are amazing would and have recommended every opportunity. I am so pleased with the service they provided.

Estate Planning
Posted by Kory
July 21, 2025
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Kristen was very helpful in advising and guiding my wife and I as we put our estate and documents in order. She provided great insight on several options in dealing with Real Estate transferring upon death. We really appreciated the attention to detail in making sure the wording was correct and included all the nuances that we desired. I highly recommend Kristen.

 
Estate Planning
Posted by Linda
July 21, 2025
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Kristen was very knowledgeable about helping with my dad’s estate. She was compassionate with dealing with a grieving client. Kristen is professional, trustworthy and organized at what she does. Sgecwas very good at explaining everything I needed to know.

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Areas of Law

  • Trusts and Estates 1
    • Estate Planning
  • Business Law
  • Contracts
  • Debtor and Creditor 1
    • Collections
  • Other 7
    • Probate
    • Business Formations
    • Partnership Agreements
    • Employee Issues
    • Ownership Disputes
    • Sales and Acquisitions
    • Civil Appellate

Practice Details

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    English
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    Payment & Cost Features
    Fixed hourly rates
    Fixed fees available
    Accepted Credit Cards
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  • Video Calls
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  • Firm Information
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    Firm Name
    Vander-Plas LaFreniere, PLLC
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Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2016, Texas
    2018, United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
    2020, United States Supreme Court
    United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas
    United States District Court for the Western District of Texas
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Texas Tech University School of Law
    Class of 2016
    J.D.
    Member, Texas Tech Law Review; You Shall Not Pass!! How Kia Motors Corp. v. Ruiz Drastically Raised the Bar for Admission of Other Similar Incidents Evidence for Products Liability Claims in Texas, 47 TEX. TECH L. REV. 939 (2015); Top Grade/Distinction Awards in: Legal Writing I, Legal Writing II, Civil Procedure, Property, Discovery, Federal Income Taxation, Negotiations, Trial Advocacy, Family Law, and NAFTA
    Other Education
    Lubbock Christian University
    Class of 2013
    B.A.
    Humanities, summa cum laude, Valedictorian
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1988

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Tuscan Tower, 4630 50th Street, Suite 108Lubbock, TX 79414U.S.A.

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    Kristen LaFreniere attended Texas Tech University School of Law.