John Richard Buhrman

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John Richard Buhrman

also known as John R. Buhrman

4.9
12 reviews
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Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 25 years

Elder law Lawyer at Chattanooga, TN
Practice Areas: Elder Law, Estate Planning, Guardianship ... +5 more

345 Frazier Avenue, Suite 210, Chattanooga, TN

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Business 14%

14%
Corporate and Incorporation 14%

14%
Elder Law 14%

Also VA Benefits and Special Needs Planning

14%
Estate Planning 14%

14%
Guardianship 14%

14%
Probate 14%

14%
Trusts 14%

14%
Other 2%

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 200-200 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating
Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2011

Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 19 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2006

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Tennessee for 25 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2000

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Buhrman Law Firm, P.C.

345 Frazier Avenue, Suite 210, Chattanooga, TN, 37405

buhrmanlaw.com

Online Presence

Other places you can find John online.

John Richard Buhrman's Reviews

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Posted by Shaun | May 23, 2012

Professionalism and Speed

Mr. Burhram provided me with timely answers to guardianship questions. His professionalism was on the mark and his answers were on the mark.

Posted by Dan | March 7, 2011

A fine lawyer

John is a very knowledgeable lawyer that I've been working with for the last few years. i would highly recommend him to anyone needing aan attorney for estate planning purposes.

Posted by anonymous | March 4, 2011

Capable professional

For several years, John has assisted members of our family with both tax planning and estate settlement. He is a competent and thorough professional.

Posted by Brad | March 3, 2011

Exceedingly Knowledgeable, Competent Lawyer

Mr. Buhrman's extensive knowledge of estate planning is impressive and complemented by his willingness to listen to our goals. He took the time to ask us questions about our specific desires before compiling a plan for us and continued to explain, along the way, his reasons for certain recommendatio...ns. He is thorough in all aspects of estate planning and has earned our implicit trust. We HIGHLY recommend him to anyone and everyone in need of such services.

Posted by David H. | March 3, 2011

David A. Hodges, CFP

John is an excellent communicator and does a great job at managing expectations. John has completed work for both me and my business ventures. The experience and expertise surrounding estate planning law shows in John's passion for his work, his client's, and his committment to lifelong learning. ...I strongly recommend John Buhrman for estate planning services.

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John Richard Buhrman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Darren Kennedy

Guardianship lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly recommend John Burhman for his exceptional expertise, knowledge, and insight. I have referred clients to him and will continue to do so because I trust his professionalism and dedication. His guidance and expertise consistently provide great value, and I have full confidence in recommending him to those in need of his services."

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Mollie Corn

Unknown lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. John and I worked together recently on a conservatorship case and his services were invaluable. He is known in the community as an excellent estate planning attorney."

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Julie Buhrman

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Family member

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Heather Degaetano

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. John worked with me and my husband to prepare our wills and living wills. He was efficient, helpful and easy to work with."

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Joe DeGaetano

Business lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I consult regularly with John on matters of business law, and he always knows the right answer. I would trust John without hesitation to handle my own business matters."

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Herbert Thornbury

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with John on matters since his law school days when he did some work for us one summer. I do not practice in his area of expertise but have sent him literally dozens of clients over the years and have heard nothing but praise for the manner in which he handled the matter and the kindness and courteous demeanor he displays to those with whom he comes in contact whether it be the client or another attorney. I cannot recommend him more highly to a prospective client."

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April Randle

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am happy to endorse Attorney John Buhrman. Mr. Buhrman and I work in the same community and have many dealings in the same Courts. Mr. Buhrman is highly respected as a man and an attorney and is well known for his knowledge in the field of estate planning and probate work. I have found Mr. Buhrman to be very approachable and very helpful in sharing knowledge of his field, which has assisted me in my area of practice, Bankruptcy Law. I would highly recommend Mr. Buhrman to other colleagues and to those needing legal representation ."

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Darren Kennedy

Real estate lawyer

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Mollie Corn

Unknown lawyer

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Forrest Jackson

Probate lawyer

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Herbert Thornbury

Litigation lawyer

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Wilson Von Kessler

Litigation lawyer

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April Randle

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Richard Buhrman

Estate planning lawyer

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Joe DeGaetano

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2000

Book Award in Estate Planning- Highest Grade in Class, Cumberland School of Law

N/A

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1900 - Present

Principal, Buhrman Law Firm, P.C.

2000 - 2002

Trust Administrator, JC Bradford Trust Company (now UBS Trust Co.)

Associations

Society of Financial Service Professionals

Past President- Chattanooga Chapter

Chattanooga Estate Planning Council

Chattanooga Bar Association

Tennessee Bar Association, Elder Law Section

Tennessee Bar Association, Estate Planning and Probate Section

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Georgia Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Over 300 Estate Planning Projects

Over 100 Probate Matters Handled

Over 60 LLC's Involved With, Including Formation

Over 100 Elder Law Projects

Over 50 Guardianships/Conservatorships Involved With

Hundreds of Various Powers of Attorney Prepared

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Education

2000

Samford University

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Villanova University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2008

Elder Law Series

Elder Law and Estate Planning

2007

The Probate Process From Start to Finish

Uncovering the Laws of Intestacy and How They May Apply

2007

The Probate Process From Start to Finish

Closing the Estate

2007

The Probate Process From Start to Finish

Taking the First Step: Filing an Estate in Probate Court

2007

Probate Practice: The Essential Basics

Initiating the Probate Process

2007

Probate Practice: The Essential Basics

Closing the Estate

2007

Elder Law Series

Elder Law and Estate Planning

2006

Elder Law Series

Elder Law and Estate Planning

2005

Probate Practice From Start to Finish in TN

Laws of Intestacy

2005

Probate Practice From Start to Finish in TN

Ethics in Probate Court

2005

Probate Practice From Start to Finish in TN

Closing the Estate

2005

Elder Law Series

Elder Law and Estate Planning

2004

Elder Law Series

Elder Law and Estate Planning

Publications

2007

Probate Process From Start to Finish Taking the First Step: Filing an Estate in Probate Court

2007

Probate Practice: The Essential Basics Closing the Estate

2007

The Probate Process From Start to Finish Uncovering the Laws of Intestacy and How They May Apply

2005

Probate Practice From Start to Finish in TN Closing the Estate

2005

Probate Practice From Start to Finish in TN Ethics in Probate Court

2005

Probate Practice From Start to Finish in TN Laws of Intestacy

Languages

English

Activity

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