Atty. Julie E. Firestone

Atty. Julie E. Firestone

Julie E. Firestone is a Principal in the Cleveland law firm of Singerman, Mills, Desberg & Kauntz Co., L.P.A., where she practices primarily in the areas of estate planning, tax law, and closely-held business law and related succession planning.

Beachwood Beachwood 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Julie E. Firestone at a glance

Julie E. Firestone is a Principal based in Beachwood, Ohio, practicing at Singerman, Mills, Desberg & Kauntz Co., L.P.A.. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, bankruptcy, and tax. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1996). Educated at Case Western Reserve University School of Law (J.D., 1996) and Miami University (B.S.B.A., 1993). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Ohio State Bar Association, Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association. Serands clients in Beachwood, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Julie E. Firestone is a Principal in the Cleveland law firm of Singerman, Mills, Desberg & Kauntz Co., L.P.A., where she practices primarily in the areas of estate planning, tax law, and closely-held business law and related succession planning
  • Ms. Firestone counsels medium to high net worth individuals and families on a variety of wealth management matters including federal wealth transfer taxation (estate, gift, and generation-skipping taxes), business succession planning, estate and trust administration, fiduciary income taxation, estate planning, and probate administration
  • In particular, Ms. Firestone has extensive experience in administering large and complex decedents’ estates and advising clients on the corresponding post-mortem estate and income tax planning and compliance obligations
  • Ms. Firestone is a member of the Ohio State Bar Association and Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association (member and past Chair of the Estate Planning, Probate & Trust Law Section.) She is also a member of the Estate Planning Council of Cleveland, the Akron Tax & Estate Planning Council, and the Akron Community Foundation Professional Advisor Committee
  • Additionally, she speaks regularly on topics of estate planning
  • Ms. Firestone received her B.S./B.A degree in Accountancy from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio in 1993
  • She received her J.D. degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Law in 1996
  • She is licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio and is also a licensed CPA (inactive) in Ohio
  • Ms. Firestone is involved in community and charitable organizations
  • She is a Trustee and past Vice President of the Summit Choral Society and a Trustee and past President of Brecksville-Broadview Heights Schools Foundation

Practice Areas Explained

Julie E. Firestone's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Julie E. Firestone 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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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Julie E. Firestone is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Ohio →

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 Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Julie E. Firestone

Where is Julie E. Firestone's law office located?
Julie E. Firestone's law practice is located in Beachwood, Ohio. The firm is Singerman, Mills, Desberg & Kauntz Co., L.P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Julie E. Firestone handle?
Julie E. Firestone focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, bankruptcy, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Julie E. Firestone practiced law?
Julie E. Firestone has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Julie E. Firestone go to law school?
Julie E. Firestone earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.S.B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Julie E. Firestone for a consultation?
You can contact Julie E. Firestone 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 Julie E. Firestone received?
Julie E. Firestone's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
- 1996
B.S.B.A.
Miami University
- 1993

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1996

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