About Charles
Charles J — Smaistrla is an estate planning and probate attorney based in Austin, Texas. He has been practicing law since 1983, focusing on estate planning, wills, trusts, probate, and guardianship proceedings. A native Texan, Mr. Smaistrla earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Texas School of Law in 1983. He also holds a Ph.D.
in economics from Texas A&M University. After law school, he served as a briefing attorney for U.S. District Judge Jack Roberts and as an Administrative Law Judge at the Texas Public Utility Commission. In 1991, he established his private practice, the Law Office of Charles Smaistrla, in Austin. Mr.
Smaistrla's practice is dedicated to assisting clients with estate planning, wills, trusts, probate, and guardianship matters. He emphasizes direct client interaction, tailoring solutions to individual needs. Approximately 90% of his practice is devoted to litigation. He is a member of the Texas State Bar and the Texas Bar College — His office is located at 4413 Spicewood Springs Rd, Suite 118, Austin, TX 78759. He can be reached at 512-461-4636.
Mr. Smaistrla is recognized for his professional involvement and has been acknowledged by Lawyer Legion for his contributions to the legal community. He is survived by his wife, Jean, and their children, Amy Plaskota and John Smaistrla. He also leaves behind his sister, Joyce Smaistrla Kostohryz, and several grandchildren. For more information or to schedule a consultation, visit his website at austinprobatewillsattorney.com.
