Atty. Andrew J. Britton
Andrew Britton has always demonstrated a strong attention to detail and a commitment to excellence. He pursued a degree in economics, a subject of the philosophy of numbers, at Wittenberg University.
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Andrew J. Britton is a Member based in Venice, Florida, practicing at Britton Law Group. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in California (1972) and Georgia (1974). Educated at Wittenberg University Bachelor of Arts Wittenberg University Economics Arizona State University, Colleges of Law Juris Doctor Arizona State University, Colleges of Law cum laude Duke Universi (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Venice, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Andrew Britton has always demonstrated a strong attention to detail and a commitment to excellence
- He pursued a degree in economics, a subject of the philosophy of numbers, at Wittenberg University
- This course of study coincides with Mr. Britton's ability to view a personal estate and determine how the financial assets are best protected with a number of estate planning tools and strategies
- Mr. Britton continued his education, earning his law degree from one of the most accredited universities in the nation, with honors
- His legal career brought him to several states and types of law firms
- His focus in business law has been honed by a variety of experiences with small, mid-sized and large organizations
- Having worked for larger firms, Mr. Britton wanted to become a part of a local community where his talents would be best utilized, and where he could provide the attentive legal counsel people are looking for
- He found this in Venice, Florida, in 1976 and founded his own firm in 1984 to wholeheartedly devote his time to solving problems for clients with individualized attention and personal service
- None of Andy Britton's friends would accuse him of forgetting what it's like to be a kid
- But in a city that skews decidedly older in population, the longtime Venice resident knows that someone has to think about activities for the younger generation
- Andy's advocacy for local youth is well known - from heading up Venice Little League and the Sertoma Club to serving on the boards of Venice High School Foundation, the Rotary Futures Program, and the local Boys and Girls Club
- But the attorney and former Gulf Coast Community Foundation Board member also sees the potential to keep helping through a planned gift
- Andy established a charitable gift annuity at the Foundation to ensure a perpetual stream of funds to support Venice-area youth programs. "There's always a need in this community for things to benefit the kids," he says. "Our children are extremely important, and I would like to provide support for family-related programs to teach them, to involve them in fun and meaningful activities, and to help them make positive decisions." "Sometimes people tend to forget that they were kids once
- Whether it's providing athletic fields, offering scholarships, or building safe places for them to hang out, there is always more we can do for our youth." - Andy Britton Please read below for more information on Mr. Britton's credentials
- Professional Experience Law Clerk to the Honorable Ozell M. Trask, Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit (headquartered in San Francisco, California) from September 1972 through August 1973 Worked with law firm of Hansel, Post, Brandon & Dorsey in Atlanta, Georgia, from September 1973 until his move to Venice, Florida in July 1976 Memberships Sarasota County Bar Association Florida Bar Association Southwest Florida and Venice Estate Planning Councils Honors AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated SM by Martindale-Hubbell® (highest rating given for professional ability and ethics) Biography Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), professional designation program through The American College, Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania
- Adjunct Professor, Manatee Community College, Law and Banking, 1988 - 1991 Legal services Concentration in the areas of business law and estate planning, including: Preparing wills and trusts Probate and trust administration Advising not-for-profit entities Representing buyers and sellers in the purchase and sale of businesses Formation of partnerships and corporations Banking law and secured transactions Real estate transactions Advising owners of businesses on legal and estate planning matters Community Involvement Gulf Coast Community Foundation of Venice, Inc., Director (2003 - 2005) Venice High School Foundation, President (1989 - present) and Director Rotary Futures Program, Director (2002 - present) Diamond Boosters, Inc., Director (1999 - present) Boys & Girls Club of Sarasota County, Inc., Advisory Board Member (2000 - present) School Advisory Council, Venice High School, Member (2006 - present) The Venice Endowment, Inc., Director (1998 - 2006) Venice Estate Planning Council, President (2001 - 2003) Venice Symphony, Past Director and President (1997 - 1998) Venice Golf & Country Club, Board of Governors (1991 - 1997) United Way of South Sarasota County, President (1986 - 1987) and Past Director Sertoma Club of Venice, President (1989 - 1990), Past Director and Sergeant-at-Arms City of Venice Economic Development Advisory Board Member (1996 - 2000) Sarasota County Committee of 100, Past Director and Executive Committee Member Venice Area Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Committee, Member and Past Chairman Consortium of Children and Youth of Sarasota, Inc., Past Director Venice Little League, Inc. Former Director and Past President (1980 - 1982) Babe Ruth and Senior League Baseball, Manager (1980 - 1988)
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An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Why local counsel matters in Florida
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Venice are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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