Jeramie J. Fortenberry

Jeramie J. Fortenberry

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 21 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Austin, TX
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Business, Real Estate, Tax

13785 Research Blvd., Suite 125, Austin, TX

About Jeramie

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Business 30%

I advise companies and individuals on business matters, including taxation, mergers and acquisitions, LLC formation, and corporate governance. I have been lead attorney on a number of multi-million dollar business acquisitions in the Southeast.

30%
Estate Planning 30%

My trust and estate planning practice focuses on preservation of wealth through the use of trusts, partnerships, closely held businesses, private foundations and charitable trusts. I also help clients save probate costs and taxes.

30%
Real Estate 30%

My real estate practice involves statewide deed preparation across several states. My law firm has prepared thousands of deeds for individual clients and governmental agencies.

30%
Tax 10%

I have an advanced law degree (LL.M.) in taxation. This tax background informs my entire practice. My goal is to help my clients save money on taxes while minimizing the tax-driven decisions that a client would not otherwise make.

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 19 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2006

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 20 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2005

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Mississippi for 21 years

State: Mississippi

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Alabama for 17 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 2008

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

FortenberryLaw PLLC

13785 Research Blvd., Suite 125, Austin, TX, 78750

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Jeramie J. Fortenberry's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | November 11, 2013 | Estate Planning

Clear up real estate issues

This estate issue had underlining circumstances from another attorney so we were very grateful that we were able to complete this cycle of action in the timely matter with Mr Fortenberry. We feel that it was done with complete attention to detail which has made this process easy to understand by a l...ay person. We are happy with the service provided and would feel confident in recommending his services to others.

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Jeramie J. Fortenberry's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kevin Burke

Probate lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gary Kester

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Frederick

Probate lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. When I search for probate information on the internet for the Southeastern States, I have come across Attorney Fortenberry's information on MANY occasions. While he is relatively new to Avvo, his legal knowledge is outstanding and I have learned a great deal from him. He is a shining star for the next generation of lawyers and anyone considering legal representation in Attorney Fortenberry's areas of practice would be well advised to contact him. He is a tremendous resource for the Avvo community and I am happy to endorse him. James Frederick"

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Jason Havens

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Jeramie for a couple of years. He has excellent academic credentials and is involved in the American Bar Association as well. The clients whom I have referred to Jeramie have been very pleased with his competence and responsiveness. I will continue to refer clients to Jeramie and would recommend him to others."

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Carol Nolan

Probate lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. As an Illinois attorney I needed his assistance with a legal matter in his state. Attorney Fortenberry was excellent and efficient in assisting with a probate matter in his state. I would recommend him, and would not hesitate to retain his services again. My client and I were grateful to have found hiim."

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Douglas Nickell

Real estate lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Quick response, knowledge in the area of interest, quality product at fair price."

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Linda Melancon

Elder law lawyer

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James Frederick

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Carol Nolan

Elder law lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2010

Top 50 Attorneys for Leadership in Law, Mississippi Business Journal

2009

Trust Laws Study Group, Mississippi Secretary of State

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Executive Editor, WealthCounsel, LLC

2008 - Present

Attorney, Fortenberry Legal

2006 - 2008

Attorney, Balch & Bingham

2005 - 2006

Attorney, Phelps Dunbar

Associations

2013 - Present

American Bar Association

Member of Business Law Section

2008 - Present

Alabama State Bar

Member

2006 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

2005 - Present

American Bar Association

Member of Real Property, Trust, and Estate Section

2005 - Present

Florida Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

Mississippi Bar

Member

2007 - 2009

American Bar Association

Liason to Young Lawyers Division

Education

2005

New York University School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws

2004

Tulane University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

University of Southern Mississippi

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Texas State Forum

Texas Series LLCs

2015

Webinar

Generating Recurring Revenue With Client Maintenance Programs

2015

WealthCounsel 2015 Symposium

The ABCs of LLCs

2015

Texas State Forum

Drafting LLC Operating Agreements: Key Decisions

2014

Virginia State Forum

Effective Drafting under the Virginia LLC Act

2014

Southern California State Forum Update

Effective Drafting Under California's New LLC Act

2014

Practice-Building Series

Positioning Yourself for Success in the New Legal Paradigm

2014

2014 Planning for the Generations Symposium

LLC Planning with BusinessDocx

2012

NBI Seminar

The Probate Process from A to Z

2012

Mississippi Law Update

2012 Estate Planning Update

2010

Mississippi Law Update

2010 Estate Planning Update

2008

Mississippi Law Update

A Practical Look at Estate Planning (“Top 10 Estate Planning Mistakes Opportunities”)

Publications

2016

WealthCounsel Insight Brief Defend Trade Secrets Act of 2016

2015

WealthCounsel Insight Brief Charitable Gifts with Strings Attached

2015

ABA Probate & Property Magazine Technology - Probate

2013

American Bar Association GPSolo Magazine Building a Niche Practice: Go Small to Go Big

2008

Mississippi Business Journal Often‐Missed Asset Protection Aspects of Estate Planning

2008

YLD 101 Practice Series, Like Kind Exchange Basics

2007

Mississippi Business Journal The Importance of Business Succession Planning in the Overall Financial Plan

2006

Mississippi Real Property Practice Manual Deeds of Trusts and Mortgages

Languages

English

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