Atty. Herbert E. 'Chip' Browder

Atty. Herbert E. 'Chip' Browder

Herbert E. "Chip" Browder, a seasoned attorney hailing from south Alabama, boasts an impressive legal career spanning nearly 25 years. With a rich background in business management, Chip managed his family's hardwood veneer business and timber investments for over a decade before embarking on his legal journey.

Tuscaloosa Tuscaloosa 35 Years Experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Herbert E. 'Chip' Browder at a glance

Herbert E. 'Chip' Browder is a Member based in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, practicing at Browder Welborn Llc. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1991), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1991), U.S. Tax Court (1991), and U.S. Court of Federal Claims (1992). Educated at New York University (LL.M. Taxation, 1992) and University of Alabama (M.S. Accounting, 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Tuscaloosa County and American. Serves clients in Tuscaloosa, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Herbert E. "Chip" Browder, a seasoned attorney hailing from south Alabama, boasts an impressive legal career spanning nearly 25 years
  • With a rich background in business management, Chip managed his family's hardwood veneer business and timber investments for over a decade before embarking on his legal journey
  • His expertise in closely-held businesses is a valuable asset to clients with ownership stakes in various enterprises
  • Armed with two accounting degrees from the University of Alabama and a master's degree in taxation from the New York University School of Law, Chip is exceptionally well-prepared to handle the most intricate accounting and tax matters necessary to achieve his clients' objectives
  • Chip's commitment to legal education is evident in his role as an annual lecturer at the University of Alabama Law School's "Bridge the Gap" and "Will Drafting" Seminars for young lawyers, where he imparts knowledge on Estates and Trusts
  • Furthermore, he is a frequent seminar speaker, sharing his insights and expertise

Honors

• Outstanding Third Year Editorial Board Member and Senior Lead Articles Editor, Alabama Law Review, 1990-1991 • Recipient of the Richard S. Manley Local Government Law Award at the University of Alabama School of Law • Acknowledged with the Federal Tax Clinic Award at the University of Alabama • Prentice-Hall Federal Tax Award • Recognized as a Lead Counsel Rated Attorney in Estate Planning Law • Received the Client Distinction Award from martindale.com Professional Activities: • Active member of the American Bar Association, with involvement in various sections, including Closely-Held Businesses, Probate and Real Property, Urban, State, and Local Government Law, Taxation, and Trusts

Noteworthy Presentations

  • • Chip has been a prominent presenter at several significant events, including the Bridge the Gap Seminars and Estate Planning and Probate Seminars at the University of Alabama School of Law from 1998 to 2014. • Notable presentations such as "Use of LLCs in Asset Protection and Estate Planning" at the Alabama Probate & Estate Planning Conference in Birmingham, AL, on May 12, 2017. • He also presented "How to Use an LLC in Alabama to Protect Estate Assets" at the Alabama Probate & Estate Planning Conference in Birmingham, AL, on May 10, 2018. • Chip's expertise in taxation of LLCs was shared in his presentation "Taxation of LLCs – Top Attorney Mistakes" at the Alabama Business Law Conference in Hoover, Alabama, on October 26, 2018. • His knowledge in "Alabama Probate Law and Procedure: The Administration of Estates" was presented at CLE Alabama, University of Alabama School of Law, on November 2, 2018. • Chip delved into the subject of "Using LLCs to Purchase Real Estate" and "Using LLCs in Asset Protection and Estate Planning" during his presentations at NBI in Birmingham, Alabama, on November 8, 2018. • In May 2019, he shared insights on "How to Use an LLC in Alabama to Protect Estate Assets" at the Alabama Probate & Estate Planning Conference in Hoover, Alabama
  • Herbert E. "Chip" Browder's extensive experience, notable honors, and commitment to legal education make him a trusted and respected figure in the legal community, particularly in the realm of estate planning and taxation

Practice Areas Explained

Herbert E. 'Chip' Browder's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Herbert E. 'Chip' Browder handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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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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Employment Law

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Business & Corporate 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 Tuscaloosa 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 venue, 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 Herbert E. 'Chip' Browder

Where is Herbert E. 'Chip' Browder's law office located?
Herbert E. 'Chip' Browder's law practice is located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. The firm is Browder Welborn Llc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Herbert E. 'Chip' Browder handle?
Herbert E. 'Chip' Browder focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has Herbert E. 'Chip' Browder practiced law?
Herbert E. 'Chip' Browder has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Herbert E. 'Chip' Browder go to law school?
Herbert E. 'Chip' Browder earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1992); (M.S. Accounting, 1977).
How can I contact Herbert E. 'Chip' Browder for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Herbert E. 'Chip' Browder received?
Herbert E. 'Chip' Browder's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
New York University
- 1992
M.S. Accounting
University of Alabama
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court Middle District of Alabama
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court Northern District of Alabama
Admitted: 1992

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