In memory of our dear friend, Lewin Plunkett. We miss your sly, dry wit and the gentle, unassuming way in which you guided us all. For over half a century you schooled hundreds of attorneys and staff on not only the law but, quite simply, how to be better in all aspects of our lives. The ripple effect of your kindness and mentorship is immesurable. We all cherish our memories of our time with you.

From the formal obituary:

Allen Lewin Plunkett, 82, went to be with the Lord on Monday, October 7, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas.

Lewin was born and raised in Quanah, Texas. He was a faithful servant of God, and a loyal son and brother.

After graduating from Quanah High School, he was admitted to the University of Texas in 1960 and graduated in 1965 with B.A. & J.D. degrees. He had been the President of the UT Young Republicans as well.

Lewin moved to San Antonio after graduation and began the practice of law with the firm of Wiley, Thornton & Plumb. Afterwards, Lewin and a few of his lifelong friends started the firm of Plunkett, Gibson & Allen. PGA soon became an icon of the legal community, growing to over forty lawyers. Among them, Lewin was always the most respected and revered.

Lewin was active in the legal profession: he was president of the San Antonio chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates, State Chairman of the Texas Association of Defense Counsel and a member of the American College of Trial Lawyers. He served on numerous committees of the State Bar of Texas. He always encouraged firm attorneys to serve the profession in volunteer capacities. He frequently lectured on legal topics for State Bar educational seminars. And during that time, he became the first, and maybe only, attorney to get a defense verdict in the fabled Ford Pinto cases.

While Lewin was a formidable advocate, he was best known for his even temperament and his commitment to the ethical practice of law. He could be depended on to “do the right thing”. He earned the respect of lawyers and judges throughout Texas. His law practice would change over the years but one thing did not – you could always count on him being a steady and an honest leader that treated everyone who worked with him, no matter their position in the firm or station in life, with decency and respect.

Lewin left behind a son, daughter, grandchildren, and wife who made his life complete.

His life was marked by his love for his family, his service to God, a vibrant law practice, and serving as a symbol of a goodly and honest life well lived. His example for those who were fortunate enough to know him left a lasting impression. Lewin will be missed, but not forgotten.

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