University of Alabama, J.D., 1987; University of Florida, LL.M., 1988
Year of First Admission:
1987
Admission:
1987, Alabama
ISLN:
905516248
Areas of Practice (7)
Government
Real Estate
Estate Planning
Taxation
Business
Estate and Gift Taxation
Corporate
Peer Reviews
5.0/5.0(2 reviews)
Legal Knowledge
5.0/5.0
Analytical Capability
5.0/5.0
Judgment
5.0/5.0
Communication
5.0/5.0
Legal Experience
5.0/5.0
5.0/5.0
Rated
by a Partner
on 05/09/11
in Tax Law
Paul possesses that rare ability to analyze and handle technical information yet also be able to explain it in terms understandable to the non-tax specialist. I have referred a number of clients to Paul over the years and he has always provided exdcc...
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Paul possesses that rare ability to analyze and handle technical information yet also be able to explain it in terms understandable to the non-tax specialist. I have referred a number of clients to Paul over the years and he has always provided exdccellant legal counsel and handling. In fact, I have used Paul on several occaisions to assist in persoinal matters. I would rate his abilities as preeminent.
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