Derry W. Swanger, Estate Planning Attorney in Austin, Texas

Derry concentrates on estate planning, family law, general, probate, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Derry handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Estate Planning

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• Family Law

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• General

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• Probate

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• Tax

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• Trusts

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Derry's primary office is at 1508 West 5th Street, Suite 200, Austin, TX, 78703. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new estate planning attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Derry usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Derry discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in estate planning practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Derry for a estate planning case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Derry walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Derry offer a free consultation?

  Derry charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Derry's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Derry's current terms during booking.

• How long do estate planning cases in Texas typically take?

  Simple estate planning matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Derry gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Derry take my case if I'm outside Austin?

  Derry is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Derry will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Derry?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Derry will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Derry accepting new estate planning clients right now?

  Derry's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.