Christene Krupa Downs

Christene Krupa Downs

also known as Chris Downs, Chris Krupa Downs

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Probate Lawyer at Plano, TX
Practice Areas: Probate, Estate Planning, Guardianship, Wills & Living Wills

400 Chisholm Place, Suite 216, Plano, TX

About Christene

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 25%

Includes Wills, Living Wills, Powers of Attorney, and Trusts

15 years

25%
Guardianship 25%

15 years

25%
Probate 25%

15 years

25%

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 15 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2010

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Krupa Downs Law, PLLC

400 Chisholm Place, Suite 216, Plano, TX, 75075

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Christene Krupa Downs's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by Elizabeth | April 13, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Guardianship

Kindness and Clarity in Special Needs Planning

Finding a professional who truly understands the complexities of long-term planning for a loved one is rare. Christene "Chris" Krupa Downs is that person. Her expertise in Special Needs Planning—specifically in helping our family navigate the Supported Decision-Making Agreement and Statutory Durable ...Power of Attorney—is matched only by her deep empathy and meticulous attention to detail. Chris took the legalese out of the conversation and explained things to my sister in simple language she could understand. She provided tangible, real-life examples that made my sister feel comfortable and empowered in making her own decisions. This took a massive burden off my shoulders, and I am so grateful for Chris' kindness, guidance, and thoroughness. She guided us through a process that could have been overwhelming, making it feel manageable and secure. I cannot recommend her highly enough to anyone looking for peace of mind and professional excellence—she is an advocate who is as knowledgeable as she is kind.

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John Unell

Probate lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Whenever I have questions concerning Probate Law in Texas, I turn to Chris for her learned opinion and advice."

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Jason Burress

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris is a very respected lawyer in our community and I highly endorse her for estate planning and probate matters."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Attorney, Weeks Law Firm, PLLC

2011 - 2018

Attorney, Krupa Downs Law, PLLC

Associations

2018 - Present

State Bar of Texas, Computer and Technology Section

Member, Council Member

2018 - Present

Texas Guardianship Association

Member

2011 - Present

College of the State Bar of Texas

Member

2010 - Present

Collin County Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Dallas Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

Collin County Bar Association, Estate Planning and Probate Section

Board Member & Past President

Dallas Bar Association, Probate, Trusts and Estate Section

Member

Estate Planning Council of North Texas

Member

National Association of Elder Law Attorneys (Texas chapter)

Member

Dallas Bar Association, Lawyer Referral Service Committee

Committee Member; Former Chair

Education

2010

Texas Wesleyan University

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

N/A

The University of Texas At Dallas

BA - Bachelor of Arts; Government & Politics

Speaking Engagements

2019

State Bar of Texas, Paralegal Division Section Probate Procedures and Forms of Administration

2019

Estate Administration Bootcamp

Handling Distributions

2019

Estate Administration Bootcamp

Probate Procedures and Forms of Administration

2018

Disaster Proofing Your Practice

60 Apps in 60 Minutes

Publications

2019

Texas Bar Journal The Future is Now: The Rise of Artificial Intelligence in the Legal Profession

Languages

English

Activity

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