Duncan E. Osborne

Duncan E. Osborne

Litigation - Trusts and Estates Trusts and Estates
Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 1989

About Duncan

Duncan E. Osborne: Pioneering Asset Protection and Estate Planning Lawyer in Austin, Texas

With over four decades of experience in estate planning and asset protection, Duncan E. Osborne is a prominent figure in the legal landscape, particularly known for his expertise in domestic and international estate planning with an emphasis on asset protection.

Practice Areas

  • Litigation - Trusts and Estates
  • Trusts and Estates

Education & Credentials

Universities: The University of Texas, Stanford University

Education: JD with honors from the University of Texas Law School (1971)

Bar Admissions: State Bar of Texas

Awards:

  • Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Trusts and Estates, Austin (2014)
  • Lawyer of the Year: Trusts and Estates, Austin (2011)
  • Recognized: Litigation - Trusts and Estates
  • Recognized: Trusts and Estates
  • Special Focus: Asset Protection, Estate Planning, International, Nonprofit Organizations and Charitable Giving, Probate, Tax
  • Listed in Who's Who
  • Listed in Best Lawyers in America
  • Selected as Texas Super Lawyer (2017 - present)

Firms:

Osborne, Helman, Knebel & Scott, LLP

Recognized Since: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 1989

Affiliations:

Firms: Osborne, Helman, Knebel & Scott, LLP

Recognized Since: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 1989

Languages:

  • English

Location:

Much of Duncan E. Osborne's career has been based in Austin, Texas.

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Reviews

4.6 / 5

31 Reviews

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Lillie Ryan

Jan 31, 2026

The absolute best in Austin for Litigation - Trusts and Estates law - and I mean that from the bottom of my heart

I didn't think I'd find such a good lawyer in Texas, but here we are and I am thoroughly impressed. Duncan E. Osborne is just awesome and exceeded all my expectations. No complaints at all! They reall...

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Kristen Reinger

Jan 31, 2026

Five stars for the incredible team at Duncan E. Osborne in Austin - they are amazing

Best lawyer for Litigation - Trusts and Estates law in Austin. Period. I've seen others, but Duncan E. Osborne is on another level. They truly care about their clients and work hard to get the best re...

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Alma Kutch

Jan 31, 2026

Reliable lawyer you can count on - Duncan E. Osborne provided excellent service throughout

Needed help with Litigation - Trusts and Estates law and Duncan E. Osborne delivered on their promises. They're professional, efficient, and easy to talk to. Good choice for anyone in Texas looking fo...

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Allan Grady

Jan 31, 2026

Really helpful and compassionate service from everyone at Duncan E. Osborne's firm

I've already told all my friends and family about Duncan E. Osborne. If you need Litigation - Trusts and Estates law help in Texas, they're the ones to see without any doubt. They are local experts wh...

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Archie Auer

Jan 31, 2026

Duncan E. Osborne did a great job handling my complex Litigation - Trusts and Estates law case from start to finish

Needed help with Litigation - Trusts and Estates law and Duncan E. Osborne delivered on their promises. They're professional, efficient, and easy to talk to. Good choice for anyone in Texas looking fo...