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Kristina Otterstrom

Estate planning Attorney at The Woodlands, TX

5.0   16 reviews

also known as Otterstrom Law, PC, Freeman Lovell, PLLC

  • State Years
    Texas - TX 5 years
    Utah - UT 13 years
  • Licensed for 5 years
    State TX
    Acquired 2018
    Status
    Eligible to Practice in Texas No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 13 years
    State UT
    Acquired 2009
    Status
    Active No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About Kristina

Learn Kristina’s areas of practice.

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Practice areas
  1. Estate planning
    50%
    Wills, Trusts, ILITs, Charitable Trusts, Probate and Heirship Litigation

  2. Litigation
    30%
    Civil litigation, contract and construction disputes

  3. Business
    20%
    LLC and nonprofit formation

Kristina B. Otterstrom is an experienced litigator and trusted estate planning attorney licensed in two states - Texas and Utah. 

Graduating summa cum laude from Texas A&M University, Ms. Otterstrom was named Top Journalism Student and a member of Phi Beta Kappa in 2005. She subsequently attended Brigham Young University’s J. Reuben Clark Law School where she received the school’s prestigious Scholarly Writing Award. Upon graduating, Ms. Otterstrom practiced law at multi-state law firm in Salt Lake City for a number of years, handling commercial litigation and construction matters from their beginnings through trial, in both state and federal courts.

Ms. Otterstrom was selected as a Super Lawyers Mountain States Rising Star in both 2014 and 2015. Her article entitled, “Matters of the Heart and Household Surveillance: Hiring a Private Investigator in a Divorce” was published in the Utah Bar Journal’s September 2014 edition. Ms. Otterstrom returned to Texas and subsequently became a member of the Texas State Bar and practiced law at a downtown Houston firm before hanging out her own shingle. The year she opened Otterstrom Law, Ms. Otterstrom was again selected as a Super Lawyers Texas Rising Star in 2019, and again in 2020 and 2021.

With a heart for volunteering, Ms. Otterstrom has written contracts and reports for the foster and orphan care group Love Without Boundaries. She previously served as a Board Member for the largest HOA in Utah, as a Board Member for the Junior League of Salt Lake City, and later a Sustaining Advisor for the Junior League of The Woodlands. As an aside, Ms. Otterstrom is an avid tennis player and has taught tennis to youth at YMCAs and racquet clubs in both Texas and Utah.

Ms. Otterstrom is currently serving as a member of Texas' Early Childhood Intervention Advisory Committee. She was appointed to the commitee by Governor Abbott. 

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Otterstrom Law, PC
24230 Kuykendahl Rd., Suite 310
#120
The Woodlands, TX, 77375

Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 8, 2023
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Polished, professional and responsive
Kristina represented me in my Utah Divorce in 2012, I suspected my ex-wife was cohabitating, I contacted Kristina for a consultation and we discussed the evidence I had regarding the cohabitation. She advised me on of next steps. Within 45 days we were able to have my ex-wife sign the stipulation to terminate alimony. I am incredibly thankful for her honesty, integrity and willingness to take my case 10 years after my divorce. I was impressed with her 10 + years ago and am more impressed today.
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Posted by Perry | November 14, 2022
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Formation of a Private Foundation
Kristina and her staff were knowledgeable, very responsive and were always cordial. They helped us through the formation of our private foundation. There were no surprises throughout the process and their communication was perfect. I highly recommend availing their services.
Posted by Wint | March 14, 2022
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| Hired Attorney
Great Estate planning experience
Kristina is an excellent attorney. She is very knowledgable, pleasant to work with and very responsive to any questions we had during the process. She made the whole process very smooth and easy. Highly recommended for your estate planning service.
Posted by Pam | January 24, 2022
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Excellent attorney, highly recommended!
Kristina initially provided excellent consultation and we ended up hiring her for our case. She has been extremely professional, easy to contact and meet with, and able to anticipate and stay ahead of any problems we could have encountered. She has remained in contact with us as a consultant and provided guidance to help us ensure the final settlement is what we need and want. I just can't say enough about how knowledgeable, skilled, and helpful Kristina is.
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Posted by Misty | December 23, 2021
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Medical Claim
In November I received a bill from Elevate Recoveries attempting to collect over $1700 for an Urgent Care visit from Jan 2017. After consulting with Kristina she notified both companies (letter by mail) that no creditor can bring action on contract more than 4 years old. The result of her letters closed the case and no monies were owed. I highly recommend Otterstrom Law, everything was handled professionally and quickly.
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Posted by Connie | July 21, 2021
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Awesome estate planning experience
I had created a will online, but a recent experience made me realize that I had not dotted all my "i's" so to speak. Neighbors had recommended Kristina and she was great! She explained all parts of the process thoroughly and was terrific to work with. I am quite happy and satisfied with the process. I definitely recommend Kristina for any estate planning needs.
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Posted by anonymous | June 9, 2021
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Smooth and approachable process.
Kristina was thorough, patient and gracious. She was very responsive to our questions. She made the process very easy for us.
Posted by Joel | April 22, 2021
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Awesome experience -pain free
Kristina worked with my wife and I on our will. The entire process was reasonably painless. Kristina walked us through the process and even came to our home for the will signing. I highly recommend Kristina as she's courteous, professional, and responsive.
Posted by Hank | April 15, 2021
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Excellent attorney
Kristina is a very competent and professional attorney. She revised our Wills and Power of Attorney documents. She made suggestions that we adopted. We are very pleased with her work and would definitely recommend her to others
Posted by Stephanie | March 25, 2021
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Professional and a Great Business Attorney
We hired Kristina to help us when a customer refused to pay some final invoices. Kristina was professional and represented us well. She gave us great advice and we were able to close the case with a settlement in our favor. We trust Kristina with all of our legal needs. She has reviewed several of our business documents and revises them as needed. She is always responsive and gets back to us quickly. She is extremely knowledgeable and professional.
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Posted by Robin | February 10, 2021
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Highly recommend
Kristina was always professional and very helpful in helping us draw up our wills. She was extremely helpful and thorough and a pleasure to work with. We would highly recommend her.
Posted by christie | January 15, 2021
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Great prompt communication and follow up
We needed help when the city and utility companies started to do work on our property outside of our consent. As home owners we were not sure what we could do about it and the utility company and the city wouldn’t return our phone calls. That is until we hired a lawyer. Kristina was wonderful. She was fast to contact them on our behalf and to get them to stop working until they communicated with us. We are very happy with the outcome and she was with us every step of the way. I wish I would have contacted her sooner. Our rights as landowners were not taken seriously until we got a lawyer involved. I am so happy we were lucky enough to have Kristina fight for us.
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Posted by Tara | November 13, 2020
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Resolution of Property Tax Issue
I hired Kristina to help me with a property tax issue. She listened well and suggested best path forward, then she swiftly followed up. I got resolution on my tax issue within weeks, whereas I would have lost several thousand dollars from a lender’s mistake during closing without her diligent help and follow up. She is honest, hard-working, and cares for her clients.
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Posted by Josie | September 15, 2020
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Fast and easy
Kristina was wonderful to work with. Always answered any questions I had and everything was done quickly!
Posted by anonymous | September 15, 2020
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Really helped us in our time of need!!
As a result of COVID and forced relocation, we found ourselves with a lease commitment that would have been a significant cost burden. Without a diplomatic clause, the landlord management company was not forthcoming in helping us resolve the issue. Kristina advised us of case and statutory law as it pertained to our matter and successfully negotiated a settlement. Her expertise and professionalism really shone through in all our interactions. She was also really responsive after hours and weekends when certain issues required clarification. We can highly recommend!
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Posted by Brandy | August 3, 2018
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Diligent, Thorough and Caring
Kristina went above and beyond in her preparation for my case, explaining what could be expected in detail so that I had no surprises and nothing to be uneasy about. She handled opposing counsel with ease, making a horribly uncomfortable situation tolerable and communicated with me throughout, giving me confidence in a very challenging scenario.
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Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Managing Attorney
  • Otterstrom Law, PC
  • 2019 - Present
  • Attorney
  • Walters Gilbreath
  • 2018 - 2019
  • Of Counsel
  • Shumway, Van & Hansen
  • 2014 - 2015
  • Senior Associate Attorney
  • Shumway, Van & Hansen
  • 2011 - 2014
  • Associate Attorney
  • Shumway, Van & Hansen
  • 2009 - 2011
  • Law Clerk
  • Ascione Heideman & McKay
  • 2007 - 2008
  • Law Clerk
  • Brigham Young University Office Of General Counsel
  • 2007 - 2007
  • Marketing & Communications Paid Intern
  • Hewlett Packard Company
  • 2005 - 2007
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Education

  • Brigham Young University - J. Reuben Clark Law School
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 2008
  • Texas A&M University
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 2005

Legal Cases

  • Western States Contracting, et al. v. FDIC, et al.
  • Pending

Associations

  • State Bar of Texas, Real Estate, Probate and Trust
  • Member
  • 2020 - Present
  • State Bar of Texas
  • Member
  • 2018 - Present
  • Junior League of The Woodlands
  • Sustainer
  • 2015 - Present
  • Utah State Bar, Family Law Section
  • Member
  • 2009 - Present
  • Utah State Bar, Litigation Section
  • Member
  • 2009 - Present
  • Phi Beta Kappa
  • Member
  • 2005 - Present
  • Junior League of Salt Lake City
  • Board Member
  • 2013 - 2014
  • Daybreak Community Association
  • Board Member
  • 2010 - 2011
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Texas Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2022
  • Texas Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2021
  • Texas Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2020
  • Texas Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2019
  • Mountain States Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2015
  • Mountain States Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2014
  • Public Interest Service Award
  • J. Reuben Clark Law School
  • 2008
  • Scholarly Writing Award
  • J. Reuben Clark Law School
  • 2007
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Attorney endorsements

Received (5)
Given (8)
Endorse Kristina
Family Attorney | Aug 16
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I've worked with Kristina as opposing counsel and she does an amazing job for her clients, zealously advocating for them. She is a pleasure to work with, showing a great deal of poise and professionalism throughout which is a great service to the interests of her clients.."
Family Attorney | Sep 04
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
"I endorse this lawyer."
Divorce and separation Attorney | Aug 11
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Otterstrom was opposing counsel on a somewhat unusual and high conflict case with regard to custody and parent time issues. Her professionalism was instrumental in lowering unnecessary conflict. She represented her client very well."
Family Attorney | Jul 02
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"Kristina is a fantastic attorney who always fights to obtain the best result for her clients. I have witnessed first hand her hard work and dedication towards her clients interests. You can count your self lucky if Kristina is working on your case."
Family Attorney | Jun 21
Relationship: Co-worker
"I endorse this lawyer. Kristina is a great advocate. She is very sophisticated in the law and knows how to control a courtroom."
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