Tecla Druffel

Tecla Druffel is an attorney at Tec Law, PLLC, whose practice focuses on consumer bankruptcy law, guardian ad litem work, and general legal matters for business clients. She helps people and companies understand legal problems, weigh practical options, and move toward steady solutions. Her approach is based on clear communication, careful planning, and respect for each client’s situation. In bankruptcy matters, she works to reduce legal costs, manage risk, and guide clients toward reasonable steps during difficult financial periods with calm judgment and practical legal advice.

Ms. Druffel earned her J.D. from the University of Idaho College of Law. She also earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism and Mass Communications from the University of South Carolina. These degrees support her work as a lawyer. Her public relations background helps her identify client goals, explain legal choices in simple terms, and build useful case strategies. Her legal education trained her to read, write, analyze facts, and work with other lawyers in court and negotiation settings with professional skill.

Ms. Druffel was admitted to practice in the District of Idaho in 2011 and the Eastern District of Washington in 2018. Her legal career includes work in consumer bankruptcy, business guidance, and guardian ad litem matters. She has served as Past Chairwoman of the Idaho State Bar Commercial Law and Bankruptcy Section and remains involved as Member-at-Large. She also serves with the Nez Perce County Board of Community Guardians, supporting work that protects people who need legal and community help.

Tecla Druffel helps clients by combining legal knowledge with direct, respectful communication. She has contributed to West’s Bankruptcy Series Bankruptcy Exemption Manual for Idaho and served on the Local Rules Committee for the Bankruptcy Court for the District of Idaho, including the Chapter 13 Subcommittee. Her professional involvement also includes advisory work for legal support education, fee arbitration service, and membership in bankruptcy law organizations. Ms. Druffel uses this experience to guide clients with clarity, care, and sound judgment.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney at Law, Tec Law, PLLC
• Member, Idaho State Bar
• Member, Washington State Bar Association
• Member, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
• Member, American Bankruptcy Institute

Licensed State

• Idaho
• Washington

Education

• University of Idaho College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of South Carolina
  BA in Journalism & Mass Communications

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