Atty. Howard S. Sturm

Atty. Howard S. Sturm

Member, Brandeis Society. Certified Public Accountant, Kentucky, 1980.

Louisville Louisville 43 yrs experience 43 year
Call (502) 885-4714 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Howard S. Sturm at a glance

Howard S. Sturm is a Partner based in Louisville, Kentucky, practicing at Sturm, Paletti & Peter, PLLC. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on contracts, estate planning, employment, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1983). Educated at New York University School of Law (LL.M. Taxation, 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Louisville, Kentucky and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Louisville, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Member, Brandeis Society
  • Certified Public Accountant, Kentucky, 1980

Author

  • "Tax Effects of Boot in Corporate Reorganizations Can Be Controlled," 50 Taxation for Accountants No. 3, 145 (1993)
  • "Asset Sales Come Under Tighter Scrutiny by IRS," 48 Taxation for Accountants No. 3, 159 (1992)
  • "Divisive Reorganizations Must Tread More Softly After RRA '90," 46 Taxation for Accountants No. 2, 96 (1991)
  • "Insolvents Can Avoid Income From Discharges of Debt," 45 Taxation for Accountants No. 6, 348 (1990) and 19 Taxation for Lawyers No. 4, 230 (1990)
  • "Strategies To Avoid Penalties On Corporate Estimated Income Tax Payments After TAMRA," 42 Taxation for Accountants No. 5, 262 (1989) and 17 Taxation for Lawyers No. 5, 286 (1989)
  • "Obtaining Maximum Benefits From Losses On Stock Of Small Corporations," 16 Taxation for Lawyers No. 5, 282 (1988)

Practice Areas Explained

Howard S. Sturm's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Howard S. Sturm handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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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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Tax Law

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kentucky

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Howard S. Sturm

Where is Howard S. Sturm's law office located?
Howard S. Sturm's law practice is located in Louisville, Kentucky. The firm is Sturm, Paletti & Peter, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Howard S. Sturm handle?
Howard S. Sturm focuses on contracts, estate planning, employment, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Howard S. Sturm practiced law?
Howard S. Sturm has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Howard S. Sturm go to law school?
Howard S. Sturm earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1984).
How can I contact Howard S. Sturm for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Howard S. Sturm received?
Howard S. Sturm's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
New York University School of Law
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1983

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