Atty. Michael W. Stukenberg

Atty. Michael W. Stukenberg

Mike Stukenberg assists clients in preparing and developing their estate plans and structuring their family businesses. He also represents clients in income and estate tax audits and probate and trust matters.

Corpus Christi Corpus Christi 49 J. Erfahrung 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael W. Stukenberg at a glance

Michael W. Stukenberg is a Member based in Corpus Christi, Texas, practicing at Branscomb Law. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on trusts, tax, and estate tax. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. Tax Court (1977). Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 1976) and Princeton University (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Corpus Christi, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mike Stukenberg assists clients in preparing and developing their estate plans and structuring their family businesses
  • He also represents clients in income and estate tax audits and probate and trust matters
  • Mike's clients include companies and individuals involved in ranching and farming, oil and gas exploration and development, banking, real estate, construction and retailing
  • Education B.A., Princeton University, 1973 J.D., Vanderbilt University, 1976 – Executive Editor, Vanderbilt Journal of Transnational Law Board Certified, Tax Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization, since 1983 Board Certified, Estate Planning and Probate Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization, since 1984 Experience Admitted to practice in Texas and U.S
  • Tax Court Former faculty member, Southwestern Legal Foundation Institute on Wills and Probate Former faculty member, Tulane Tax Institute Former faculty member, American Bar Association Tax Section Seminars Former faculty member, State Bar of Texas Advanced Tax Planning Institute Professional AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell Listed in The Best Lawyers in America®for Trusts and Estates Texas Super Lawyers, 2003-2004, 2006, 2009-2014 Fellow, American College of Trust and Estate Counsel Fellow, Texas Academy of Probate and Trust Lawyers Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation Former Director and President, Corpus Christi Estate Planning Council Member, American Bar Association, Tax Section, Committee on Estate and Gift Taxes, Past Chair, Subcommittee on Family Limited Partnerships Past Chair, State Bar of Texas, Advanced Drafting-Estate Planning and Probate Institute Frequently speaks and contributes articles on federal income tax and estate planning topics Community Past President and Director, Board of Directors, YMCA of the Coastal Bend Past Trustee, Art Museum of South Texas Past Member, Board of Governors, Art Museum of South Texas Outstanding volunteer attorney, Rio Grande Legal Aid Volunteer Lawyers Project Personal Mike is married and he and his wife, Mandy, have two grown children
  • He lives in Corpus Christi

Practice Areas Explained

Michael W. Stukenberg's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael W. Stukenberg handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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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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Estate & Gift Tax

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael W. Stukenberg

Where is Michael W. Stukenberg's law office located?
Michael W. Stukenberg's law practice is located in Corpus Christi, Texas. The firm is Branscomb Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael W. Stukenberg handle?
Michael W. Stukenberg focuses on trusts, tax, estate tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Michael W. Stukenberg practiced law?
Michael W. Stukenberg has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Michael W. Stukenberg go to law school?
Michael W. Stukenberg earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Michael W. Stukenberg for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael W. Stukenberg received?
Michael W. Stukenberg's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University
- 1976
B.A.
Princeton University
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1977

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