A Tradition Of Excellence In Estate Planning, Wills And Trusts, Estate Administration And Guardianship Law Since 1975.
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David R. Doehring

Managing Partner

Practice Areas

  • Estate Planning
  • Probate Litigation
  • Probate and Fiduciary Representation
  • Guardianships
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Biography

In the often-impersonal landscape of estate law, David Doehring has cultivated a reputation for a rare caliber of stewardship. He meticulously harmonizes high-level intellectual rigor with a protective, vigilant interest in his clients’ outcomes. David doesn’t simply navigate the law; he orchestrates the logistics of legacy with an unerring attention to detail.

What truly sets David apart is his philosophy of total oversight. He understands that his clients are often navigating life’s most sensitive transactions, and he leads his firm to shoulder the cognitive load of the legal process. By proactively identifying and resolving potential exigencies before they ever reach the client’s desk, he insulates his clients from the fatigue of superfluous decision-making. For David and his team, the legal journey is curated and refined, ensuring that every contingency is fortified. It is this synthesis of sophisticated strategy and genuine, proactive care that defines his practice, providing a sanctuary of expertise where a client’s peace of mind is the ultimate priority.

David brings over two decades of experience to his role as Managing Partner of Doehring & Doehring, a family-run firm with nearly 50 years of collective legal expertise. A graduate of Texas Tech University School of Law and certified as both Guardian and Attorney Ad Litem, he is also accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs. His work encompasses wills, trusts, guardianships, probate administration, and complex estate litigation.

In David's hands, estate planning becomes more than a legal exercise; it is a refined framework that honors a client's legacy while meticulously safeguarding their future. His singular North Star remains constant: the client's best interest, executed with precision, protected with vigilance, and delivered with integrity.

Education

  • Texas Tech University School of Law, Lubbock, Texas
    • J.D.
  • Texas Christian University, Fort Worth, Texas
    • B.A. in History and BBA in Business

Professional Associations

  • Houston Bar Association, Member, 2006 to 2015
  • Veterans Administration, Member, 2013 to 2015
  • American Bar Association, Member, 2016 to Present

Certified Legal Specialties

  • Guardian and Attorney Ad Litem Certification, Texas, 2015
  • Veterans Administration Certification, Department of Veterans Affairs, 2013

Current Employment Positions

  • Partner

Bar Admissions

  • Texas, 2006

Pro-Bono Activities

  • Veterans Administration
  • Houston Willathon

Fraternities / Sororities

  • Sigma Nu