San Antonio Probate & Estate Planning Attorney — Board Certified

Why Clients Choose Us

Why Clients Choose the Law Office David M. Butterbaugh, P.C.

A practice built on specialization, integrity, and decades of personal attention.

Board Certified Since 2010

Texas Board of Legal Specialization — Estate Planning and Probate Law.

Personalized Guidance

Direct attorney attention from initial consultation through resolution.

Estate Planning & Probate Focus

Deep specialization in the matters that protect your family and legacy.

Serving San Antonio Families

Decades of service across Bexar County and South Texas.

Licensed in Texas & Florida

Cross-jurisdictional experience for clients with ties to both states.

25 Years of Legal Experience

A trusted counselor for individuals, families, and business owners.

Attorney David M. Butterbaugh
Our Attorney, David M. Butterbaugh

Experienced Legal Counsel You Can Trust

Mr. Butterbaugh has been Board Certified in Estate Planning and Probate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 2010. Only ten percent of all attorneys in Texas are Board Certified in any practice area, and fewer than one percent are Board Certified in Estate Planning and Probate Law. Board Certification is a mark of excellence and a distinguishing accomplishment. Board Certified lawyers are the only attorneys allowed by the State Bar of Texas to publicly represent themselves as a specialist in a select area of the law. For more information on the value of working with a Board Certified attorney, visit the Texas Board of Legal Specialization website.

David has been or currently is active in several organizations, including the San Antonio Estate Planners Council, the Planned Giving Council of San Antonio, and the San Antonio Christian Business Chamber of Commerce. He also serves as Chairman of the Advisory Board for the Eastside Pregnancy Care Center. He is married to Adela and has been blessed with three wonderful children and four beautiful grandchildren.

Professional qualifications including the Supreme Court of Texas, Texas Board of Legal Specialization Board Certified, The College of the State Bar of Texas, NAEPC, Supreme Court of Florida, and Christian Business Chamber of Commerce

Qualifications

  • Licensed to practice by the Supreme Court of Texas and the Supreme Court of Florida
  • Board Certified, Estate Planning and Probate Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization 2010-2015
  • Board Certified, Estate Planning and Probate Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization 2015-2020
  • Board Certified, Estate Planning and Probate Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization 2020-2025
  • Board Certified, Estate Planning and Probate Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization 2025-2030
  • Member, The College of The State Bar of Texas
  • Member, San Antonio Estate Planners Council

We offer consultations to discuss your legal needs and help you understand your best options. Contact us to speak with an experienced San Antonio estate planning & probate attorney.

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Service Area

Proudly Serving San Antonio and Bexar County

From downtown San Antonio to the surrounding communities of Bexar County and beyond, the firm represents clients throughout South Texas.

  • San Antonio
  • Alamo Heights
  • Terrell Hills
  • Olmos Park
  • Castle Hills
  • Shavano Park
  • Schertz
  • Selma
  • Live Oak
  • Universal City
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Whether you need estate planning, probate assistance, business counsel, or help with real estate during probate, our firm is ready to help.