Atty. Bruce Peter Ely

Atty. Bruce Peter Ely

Mr. Bruce Peter Ely is a lawyer practicing limited liability company law, state taxation, tax litigation and 1 other area of law.

Birmingham Birmingham 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About Bruce Peter Ely at a glance

Bruce Peter Ely is a Chairman, SALT Practice Group based in Birmingham, Alabama, practicing at Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on business, tax, tax litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1980) and U.S. District Court, Southern and Northern Districts of Alabama, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth and El (1980). Educated at New York University (LL.M., 1981) and University of Alabama (J.D. Accounting, 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Alabama State Bar (Member, Section of Taxation and Chairman, 1988-1989) American Bar Association (Member, Sections on: Taxation Business Law) Alabama Law Institute. Serands clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Bruce Peter Ely is a lawyer practicing limited liability company law, state taxation, tax litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Bruce received a degree from New York University in 1981, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Bruce practices at Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP in Birmingham, AL

Practice Areas Explained

Bruce Peter Ely's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bruce Peter Ely handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Tax Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alabama

Practicing law in Alabama. Legal matters in Alabama are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Birmingham are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alabama state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alabama 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 Alabama courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Bruce Peter Ely

Where is Bruce Peter Ely's law office located?
Bruce Peter Ely's law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. The firm is Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bruce Peter Ely handle?
Bruce Peter Ely focuses on business, tax, tax litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has Bruce Peter Ely practiced law?
Bruce Peter Ely has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Bruce Peter Ely go to law school?
Bruce Peter Ely earned their education at (LL.M., 1981); (J.D. Accounting, 1980).
How can I contact Bruce Peter Ely for a consultation?
You can contact Bruce Peter Ely 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 Bruce Peter Ely received?
Bruce Peter Ely's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M.
New York University
- 1981
J.D. Accounting
University of Alabama
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Southern and Northern Districts of Alabama, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth and El
Admitted: 1980

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