Atty. John R. Baggette

Atty. John R. Baggette

Mr. Baggette advises clients about the formation, acquisition, and sale of businesses and regularly assists clients in the creation of corporations and limited liability companies.

Huntsville Huntsville 33 yrs experience 33 year
Call (256) 535-1100 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John R. Baggette at a glance

John R. Baggette is a business, real estate, and tax attorney based in Huntsville, Alabama, practicing at Lanier Ford Shaver & Payne PC. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1993). Educated at New York University (LL.M., 1994) and The University of Alabama (J.D., 1993). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Serands clients in Huntsville, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Baggette advises clients about the formation, acquisition, and sale of businesses and regularly assists clients in the creation of corporations and limited liability companies
  • He also represents banks and real estate developers in the financing, acquisition, and sale of commercial properties and condominium developments
  • Mr. Baggette also has experience in state and local tax abatements and incentives for industrial projects
  • His clients include defense contractors, real estate developers, and regional and local banks

Practice Areas Explained

John R. Baggette's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John R. Baggette 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.

John R. Baggette 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.

John R. Baggette 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.

John R. Baggette 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 Huntsville 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 John R. Baggette

Where is John R. Baggette's law office located?
John R. Baggette's law practice is located in Huntsville, Alabama. The firm is Lanier Ford Shaver & Payne PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John R. Baggette handle?
John R. Baggette focuses on business, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has John R. Baggette practiced law?
John R. Baggette has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did John R. Baggette go to law school?
John R. Baggette earned their education at (LL.M., 1994); (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact John R. Baggette for a consultation?
You can contact John R. Baggette 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 John R. Baggette received?
John R. Baggette's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships); Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:.

Education

LL.M.
New York University
- 1994
J.D.
The University of Alabama
- 1993
B.A.
Auburn University
- 1990

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 1993

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