Atty. Allen D. Altman

Atty. Allen D. Altman

Allen D. Altman focuses his practice in the areas of complex estate, gift and GST tax planning for high-net-worth individuals and family units.

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Profile Summary

About Allen D. Altman at a glance

Allen D. Altman is a family law and business attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Greenberg Traurig. Admitted to practice in Georgia, State Bar of Georgia. Educated at University of Florida (—, 1964). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Allen D. Altman focuses his practice in the areas of complex estate, gift and GST tax planning for high-net-worth individuals and family units
  • He is experienced in issues dealing with executive compensation, stockholder agreements and nonqualified deferred compensation
  • Allen proactively develops and implements tax and estate planning strategies for his clients
  • In addition, he provides practical recommendations and structures that draw on his experience representing a wide variety of family groups and businesses with their wealth planning, M&A, general contract and commercial matters

Practice Areas Explained

Allen D. Altman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Allen D. Altman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Family Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Atlanta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Allen D. Altman

Where is Allen D. Altman's law office located?
Allen D. Altman's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Greenberg Traurig. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Allen D. Altman handle?
Allen D. Altman focuses on family law, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
Where did Allen D. Altman go to law school?
Allen D. Altman earned their education at (—, 1964).
How can I contact Allen D. Altman for a consultation?
You can contact Allen D. Altman directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Allen D. Altman received?
Allen D. Altman's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Administrative / Regulatory Law; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law.

Education

University of Florida
- 1964

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Administrative / Regulatory Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Closely-Held Businesses
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Executive Compensation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Businesses
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers & Acquisitions
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Structuring of Business Entities
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA Guide, 2009-2014
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers magazine, Georgia Super Lawyers, 2006-2014
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Georgia Trend magazine, "Legal Elite," 2008-2012
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law (Atlanta)
- 2023

Bar Admissions

Georgia, State Bar of Georgia

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