Atty. F. Gerald Burnett

Atty. F. Gerald Burnett

F. Gerald Burnett is a lawyer practicing real estate transactions and litigation, tax, corporate, llc law and controversies, timber and logging law and 1 other area of law.

Birmingham Birmingham 54 yrs experience 54 year
Call (205) 855-3860 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About F. Gerald Burnett at a glance

F. Gerald Burnett is a Partner based in Birmingham, Alabama, practicing at Cabaniss Johnston Gardner Dumas And O Neal Llp. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1972), Alabama (1979), and District of Columbia (1979). Educated at Mississippi, University of (J.D., 1972) and Mississippi, University of (B.B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Birmingham, Federal and American (Member: Sections of: Litigation Taxation Real Property, Probate and Trust Law) Bar Associations The District of Columbia Bar Mississippi State Bar Alabama State Bar. Serands clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • F. Gerald Burnett is a lawyer practicing real estate transactions and litigation, tax, corporate, llc law and controversies, timber and logging law and 1 other area of law
  • F. Gerald received a B.B.A. degree from Mississippi, University of in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • F. Gerald practices at Cabaniss, Johnston, Gardner, Dumas & O'Neal LLP in Birmingham, AL

Practice Areas Explained

F. Gerald Burnett's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases F. Gerald Burnett handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

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 & Corporate Law

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

F. Gerald Burnett is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Alabama →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

F. Gerald Burnett is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Alabama →

Tax Law

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

F. Gerald Burnett is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Alabama →

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 F. Gerald Burnett

Where is F. Gerald Burnett's law office located?
F. Gerald Burnett's law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. The firm is Cabaniss Johnston Gardner Dumas And O Neal Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does F. Gerald Burnett handle?
F. Gerald Burnett focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has F. Gerald Burnett practiced law?
F. Gerald Burnett has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did F. Gerald Burnett go to law school?
F. Gerald Burnett earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.B.A., 1968).
How can I contact F. Gerald Burnett for a consultation?
You can contact F. Gerald Burnett 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 F. Gerald Burnett received?
F. Gerald Burnett's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Mississippi, University of
- 1972
B.B.A.
Mississippi, University of
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1972
Alabama
Admitted: 1979
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1979

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