O. Charles Buenger III, Divorce Attorney in Waco, Texas
Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Divorce, Estate Planning, and Family Law · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatBuenger & Associates
Waco, TX
Practicing divorce in Waco since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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O. Charles Buenger III is a member based in Waco, TX. The practice focuses on Divorce, Estate Planning, and Family Law. O. has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Buenger & Associates. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Waco, TX
- Experience
- over 50 years
- Known for
- Divorce · Estate Planning · Family Law
- Handles Divorce, Estate Planning, and Family Law matters from Waco, TX.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About O. Charles Buenger III: O. Charles Buenger III is a member based in Waco, TX. The practice focuses on Divorce, Estate Planning, and Family Law. O. has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Buenger & Associates. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by O. Charles Buenger III
O. concentrates on divorce, estate planning, family law, general, and government. Each area below outlines the kind of case O. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Divorce
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Estate Planning
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Family Law
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General
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Personal Injury
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Divorce cases in Waco, Texas
O. takes divorce matters in Waco, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before O. agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Waco, Texas
O. takes estate planning matters in Waco, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before O. agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Waco, Texas
O. takes family law matters in Waco, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before O. agrees to represent you.
General cases in Waco, Texas
O. takes general matters in Waco, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before O. agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Waco, Texas
O. takes government matters in Waco, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before O. agrees to represent you.
Biography
About O. Charles Buenger III — Over 50 years of Texas divorce experience
O. Charles Buenger III is a member based in Waco, TX. The practice focuses on Divorce, Estate Planning, and Family Law. O. has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Buenger & Associates. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. O. Charles Buenger III is a lawyer practicing personal injury, divorce, municipal and 6 other areas of law. O. received a B.B.A. degree from Stephen F. Austin State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years. O. practices at Buenger & Associates in Waco, TX.
O.'s approach to divorce cases
Mr. O. Charles Buenger III is a lawyer practicing personal injury, divorce, municipal and 6 other areas of law. O. received a B.B.A. degree from Stephen F. Austin State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years. O. practices at Buenger & Associates in Waco, TX.
Clients O. works with
O. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for divorce, estate planning, and family law matters in Waco and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
O. Charles Buenger III's legal education and bar admissions
Baylor University
J.D. · 1976
Stephen F. Austin State University
B.B.A. · 1973
Jurisdictions
O.'s state bar admissions
Texas
1976 · ACTIVE
O. studied at J.D. in Baylor University and B.B.A. in Stephen F. Austin State University.
Law school and academic background
O. completed J.D. in Baylor University and B.B.A. in Stephen F. Austin State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice O. runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of O. Charles Buenger III
O. has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
O.'s professional memberships and bar associations
McLennan County Bar Association
Secretary, 1989-1990) State Bar of Texas (Member, Consumer Litigation and Business Sections · membership
Locations
O. Charles Buenger III's office in Waco
O.'s primary office is at 3203 Robinson Drive, Waco, TX, 76706. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of O. Charles Buenger III — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of O.. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing divorce attorneys in Waco.
4.4
1 client review
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How to hire O. Charles Buenger III — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new divorce attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with O. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
O. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain O.'s office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; O. will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a divorce attorney in Waco, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many divorce matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for O.
O. discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in divorce practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every divorce matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. O. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
O.'s office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many divorce practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about O. Charles Buenger III
How much does it cost to hire O. for a divorce case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. O. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does O. offer a free consultation?
O. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain O.'s office. Some divorce attorneys offer free consults — check O.'s current terms during booking.
How long do divorce cases in Texas typically take?
Simple divorce matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. O. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can O. take my case if I'm outside Waco?
O. is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — O. will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with O.?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. O. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is O. accepting new divorce clients right now?
O.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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O. handles divorce matters throughout Texas. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified divorce attorneys in that community.
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