Atty. Laura Lee Wartner

Atty. Laura Lee Wartner

Ms. Laura Lee Wartner is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate and gift taxation, probate administration and 5 other areas of law.

Atlanta Atlanta 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Laura Lee Wartner at a glance

Laura Lee Wartner is a Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, tax, estate tax, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1983), Tennessee (1995), and Georgia (1999). Educated at University of Cincinnati (J.D., 1983) and Miami University (B.A. Sociology, 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Georgia. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Laura Lee Wartner is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate and gift taxation, probate administration and 5 other areas of law
  • Laura Lee received a B.A. degree from Miami University in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Laura Lee practices at Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Laura Lee Wartner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Laura Lee Wartner handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Tax Law

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

Laura Lee Wartner is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Georgia →

Estate & Gift Tax

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Estate & Trust Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Laura Lee Wartner

Where is Laura Lee Wartner's law office located?
Laura Lee Wartner's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Laura Lee Wartner handle?
Laura Lee Wartner focuses on probate, estate planning, tax, estate tax, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Laura Lee Wartner practiced law?
Laura Lee Wartner has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Laura Lee Wartner go to law school?
Laura Lee Wartner earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A. Sociology, 1978).
How can I contact Laura Lee Wartner for a consultation?
You can contact Laura Lee Wartner 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 Laura Lee Wartner received?
Laura Lee Wartner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Cincinnati
- 1983
B.A. Sociology
Miami University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1983
Tennessee
Admitted: 1995
Georgia
Admitted: 1999

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