Atty. James Billet Bertles

Atty. James Billet Bertles

James Billet Bertles is a lawyer practicing tax, estate planning and administration, estate and trust litigation and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from Amherst College in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Palm Beach Palm Beach 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About James Billet Bertles at a glance

James Billet Bertles is a Tiedemann Wealth Management based in Palm Beach, Florida. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, real estate, tax, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1981) and Florida (1983). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1981) and Amherst College (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Palm Beach, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Billet Bertles is a lawyer practicing tax, estate planning and administration, estate and trust litigation and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Amherst College in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices in Palm Beach, FL

Practice Areas Explained

James Billet Bertles's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Billet Bertles handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

James Billet Bertles is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Florida →

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.

James Billet Bertles is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Florida →

Real Estate Law

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

James Billet Bertles is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →

Tax Law

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

James Billet Bertles is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Florida →

Estate & Trust Litigation

James Billet Bertles is one of 20,023 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

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 Palm Beach 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Billet Bertles

Where is James Billet Bertles's law office located?
James Billet Bertles's law practice is located in Palm Beach, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Billet Bertles handle?
James Billet Bertles focuses on trusts, estate planning, real estate, tax, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has James Billet Bertles practiced law?
James Billet Bertles has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James Billet Bertles go to law school?
James Billet Bertles earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact James Billet Bertles for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Billet Bertles received?
James Billet Bertles's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Fordham University
- 1981
B.A.
Amherst College
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1981
Florida
Admitted: 1983

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