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Judith M. Becker
also known as Judy Becker
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$ 300-350 per hour
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
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Licensed in Georgia for 49 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1976
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Posted by Rick | May 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Exceptional expert guidance through challenging times
My relationship with Judy began with my parents needing to get their will and related documents in order. In the process, it was determined that my mother (due to her dementia and my father's failing health) would need a court appointed conservator and guardian. This was achieved seamlessly through...
Posted by Mike | January 14, 2015 | Trusts
Executors conservators and trust advice and guidance
Judy Becker has, at my choice, represented myself and the estates and trust that I have been appointed to administer. This representation has covered three complex estates, three trusts, one guardianship and associated probate matters over a period of 20 plus years. I continue to call on her extensi...
Judith M. Becker's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have know and worked with Judy Becker for over 15 years and can say that she is one of the most talented estate planning/estate and gift tax attorneys I know. Not only have I referred numerous satisfied clients to her over the years, I have also relied on her as an expert witness in our fiduciary litigation cases. I can recommend her legal skills without reservation and I am honored to do so.."
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Experience
Honors
2018
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Best Lawyer - Trusts and Estates, Best Lawyers
2017
One of 3 recognized in Augusta area, Best Lawyers - Women in the Law
2009
Super Lawyer, Georgia Super Lawyers
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2006
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
1987
One of Atlanta's most successful self-made women, Atlanta Business Chronicle
1976
Overall Excellence in Tax Award, Prentice Hall
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Partner, Donsbach Law Group, LLC
2004 - 2008
Of Counsel, Warlick Tritt, Stebbins & Murray
2002 - 2003
Of Counsel, Hunter Maclean Exley & Dunn, PC
1991 - 2002
Partner, Becker & Fortune
1984 - 1991
Partner, Powell Goldstein Frazer & Murphy
1976 - 1983
Associate, Powell Goldstein Frazer & Murphy
Associations
2003 - Present
Augusta Estate Planning CouncilVice President
2003 - Present
Augusta Bar AssociationMember
2002 - Present
Rotary Club of Martinez EvansPast President
1988 - Present
American College of Trust and Estate CounselFellow
1986 - Present
Clan Montgomery Society InternationalPast President
1981 - Present
Atlanta Estate Planning CouncilMember
1976 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaFiduciary Law Section
1976 - Present
American Bar AssociationReal Property Trust & Estate Section
1994 - 2002
Peachtree Corners Rotary ClubInternational Service Director
1986 - 2001
Oglethorpe University President's Advisory CouncilMember
1985 - 1990
Georgia Executive Women's Networkmember
1977 - 2003
Atlanta Bar AssociationMember
Education
1976
Emory University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Emory University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Estate Planning & Administration: the Complete Guide
Probate Process Overview; Powers & Duties of Personal Representatives
2017
Estate Administration from Start to Finish
Commencement of Proceedings, Marshalling Assets, Creditors Claims & Debts
2015
Estate Administration from Start to Finish
Estate Administration Issues
2013
NBI - Probate Process from Start to Finish
Miscellaneous Issues in Georgia Probate
2010
ICLE Estate Planning Institute
The Changing Estate Tax Environment (What have They Done to Us Now, and What Can We Do about It?)
2005
ICLE Basic Fiduciary Practice Seminar
Ethical Issues in Estate Planning
2004
ICLE Basic Fiduciary Practice Seminar
Ethical Issues in Estate Planning
2003
ICLE Basic Fiduciary Practice Seminar
Ethical Issues in Estate Planning
2003
ACTEC Southeastern Regional Meeting
Practical Disclaimer Planning: A Reality Check
2000
ICLE Basic Fiduciary Practice Seminar
Ethical Issues in Estate Planning
1997
National Conference of VA Research Administrators
Patent Rights, Royalties and CRADAs - What, Why and How
1997
ICLE Basic Fiduciary Practice Seminar
Ethical Issues in Estate Planning
1994
ICLE Real Estate Practice and Procedure Seminar
Trust and Estate Issues Affecting Residential Real Estate Transactions
1992
International Conf. of Research Administrators
Living with Government Regulation
1992
ICLE Estate Planning Institute
Practical Problems in Estate Administration
1992
Decatur Estate Planning Council Meeting
Asset Protection Planning
1990
Conference of VA Research Administrators
Ownership of Patents, Copyrights and the Like by Medical Research Organizations
1989
Rome Estate Planning Council Meeting
Generation Skipping Transfer Tax Planning
1989
Cobb County Estate Planning Council Meeting
Generation Skipping Transfer Tax Planning
1987
ICLE Small Estate Planning Seminar
Efficient Will Preparation for the Smaller Estate
1987
GA. St. Univ. Estate Planning & Will Drafting
Drafting a Will
1986
C&S Bank Seminar
Marital Deduction: Selected Problem Areas (Those Fabulous Formulas and Their Funding)
1985
Georgia Practical Probate
Tax Procedures, Valuation & Apraisal, Tax Issues Re: Estate Distribution, & Creditors' Claims
1985
GA. St. Univ. The ABCs of Drafting Wills and Client Counselling
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Drafting a Will: The What and the Why
1984
ICLE - Fiduciary Law Institute
Fiduciary Liability for Equitable Adjustments
1984
C&S Bank Seminar
Non-Tax Aspects of Administration of Estates & Trusts in GA
1984
C&S Bank Seminar
Non-Tax Aspects of Est. & Trust Administration in GA
1983
Estate Planning & Will Drafting Seminar
Estate Administration in Georgia
1983
C&S Bank Seminar
Basic Trust Drafting
1982
C&S Bank Seminar
Basic Will Drafting
1981
C&S Bank Seminar
The Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust
1980
ICLE Fiduciary Law Institute
Trust Encroachment Provisions
Publications
1995
Georgia Jurisprudence, V.10-11
Trusts -Editorial Commentator
1978
30 Univ.Fla. L. Rev. 669
The Questionnaire Will: A Device to Facilitate Testamentary Freedom for the Less Affluent
Languages
English