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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Clark Adams

Jan 31, 2026

Would recommend Duncan E. Osborne for sure to anyone in Austin needing legal help

Duncan E. Osborne has been doing this since Recognized in Best Lawyers since 1989, and it definitely shows in their work. They're pros through and through and I wouldn't trust anyone else with my lega...

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Ruby Lehner

Jan 31, 2026

Solid work and professional service from Duncan E. Osborne in Austin for Texas residents

I appreciate how Duncan E. Osborne handled my case. No fluff, just straight to the point and very effective representation for my Litigation - Trusts and Estates law matter. They are obviously very ex...

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Lowell Abbott

Jan 31, 2026

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

I've worked with a few lawyers in Austin over the years, but Duncan E. Osborne stands out for their honesty and thoroughness. They were clear about the process and kept me updated at all times. I felt...

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Lynn Schinner

Jan 31, 2026

Excellent legal representation provided by Duncan E. Osborne for my Litigation - Trusts and Estates law case

Duncan E. Osborne is fantastic and very professional. Don't hesitate to hire them if you're in Texas and need help. They really know their stuff and will go the extra mile to make sure you're taken ca...

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Ryan Okuneva

Jan 31, 2026

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

Solid experience overall with the law firm of Duncan E. Osborne. They know Litigation - Trusts and Estates law inside and out and gave me great advice. Very helpful and got the job done exactly as the...