Thomas B. Burton
Attorney, Law Office of Thomas B. BurtonAttorney Thomas B. Burton is an attorney licensed to practice law by both the Supreme Court of Wisconsin and the Supreme Court of Minnesota and the owner and operator of the Law Office of Thomas B. Burton. The Law Office of Thomas B. Burton provides estate planning and business law services to residents all across the states of Wisconsin and Minnesota. I offer affordable and predictable flat fee estate planning packages and business law services. Harnessing the power of technology, I operate a virtual law office out of my home office based in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. A "virtual office", means that I do not maintain physical office space in which to meet with clients. This enables me to help people all across the states of Wisconsin and Minnesota and allows individuals and families to receive certain legal services from the convenience of their own home or office. For clients in the surrounding area, I also offer the option to meet with me in person at a conference room I utilize in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. For more information on how this works and for further contact information, please visit my website at http://www.theburtonlawoffice.com
- University of Wisconsin Law School
- J.D. (2010) | Law
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- Honors: cum laude
- Activities: Business and Tax Law Association, UW Real Estate Club, Phi Alpha Delta, Federalist Society
- University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
- B.B.A. (2008) | Business Economics
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- Honors: magna cum laude
- Activities: Omicron Delta Epsilon Economics Honor Society, UWEC Student Senate, Financial Management Association
- Attorney
- Law Office of Thomas B. Burton
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- Provide estate planning, business law and real estate services to clients of the firm.
- Associate Attorney
- David F. Grams & Associates
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- Provide estate planning, business law, and real estate services to clients of the firm.
- Attorney
- Law Office of Thomas B. Burton
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- Provide estate planning, real estate, and business law services to clients of the firm.
- Research Law Clerk, Trusts & Estates Department
- Briggs and Morgan P.A.
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- Support partners by researching and writing legal memoranda on a variety of topics related to estate planning, charitable giving and trust administration. Draft pleadings and various estate planning documents.
- Summer Law Clerk
- Herrick & Hart S.C.
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- Provide legal research and writing support to partners and associates at the firm. Research and write legal memoranda, draft pleadings, and support assigning attorneys with projects related to civil litigation, criminal law, family law, estate planning, and business law.
- University of Wisconsin Alumni Association Chippewa Valley Chapter
- Board Member
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- Chippewa Valley After Hours Rotary
- Member
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- Chippewa County Bar Association
- Member
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- Young Professionals of the Chippewa Valley
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- State Bar of Wisconsin # 1072795
- Member
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- Minnesota
- Wisconsin
- U.S. Tax Court
- Credit Cards Accepted
I accept credit cards through Paypal. I accept payments from your checking account to mine, with no fees, via Google Pay. - Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
I offer hourly rates and flat fee options for many estate planning and business law matters. Please see my website for more details on flat fees. 2019: My current hourly rate for Medicaid planning is $300/hour. My hourly rate for all other matters is $230/hour. Please contact me via email for my most current hourly rates.
- Estate Planning
- Business Law
- Real Estate Law
- Trademarks
- English: Spoken, Written
What is Flow Through Taxation for a Limited Liability Company (LLC)Attorney Thomas B. Burton explains how "Flow Through" taxation works for an LLC that elects to be taxed as a partnership and discusses why flow through taxation can avoid the...
How Can A Trust Own Property in Multiple States?Attorney Thomas B. Burton discusses how a Revocable Living Trust can hold title to property in different states, helping you to avoid multiple probates in multiple states and also discusses...
Why Should I Include "LLC" on My Signs and Business Cards for My LLC?Attorney Thomas B. Burton discusses the benefits of limited liability protection afforded by an LLC but also explains why you should always include the letters "LLC" on your signs, letterhead,...
What Do I Do if My Backup Trustee Dies Before Me?Attorney Thomas B. Burton discusses the situation where someone named as a backup trustee in a Revocable Living Trust dies before the person who made the Trust (the Grantor) dies.
Special Rule for Married LLC Members in WisconsinAttorney Thomas B. Burton explains a special IRS rule for multi-member LLCs in Wisconsin where the only members are a married couple.
When Does A Revocable Living Trust Become Irrevocable?Attorney Thomas B. Burton discusses how you can amend or change a Revocable Living Trust and also explains the point at which the Trust can no longer be changed and...
Why You Should Consider a Standalone HIPAA ReleaseAttorney Thomas B. Burton explains how a standalone HIPAA release can be very useful as part of your comprehensive estate plan.
How Many Trustees Can I Name for My Revocable Living Trust?Attorney Thomas B. Burton discusses how many trustees you can name as Trustee of your Revocable Living Trust and discusses some of the pros and cons of naming multiple trustees...
The $250/500K Home Sale Tax Exclusion for Your Principal ResidenceAttorney Thomas B. Burton discusses one of the most valuable tax deductions available to homeowners when they sell their home and discusses how the recent changes to the tax code...
Top 3 Reasons to Form an LLC for Your New Small BusinessAttorney Thomas B. Burton discusses the top 3 reasons why a Limited Liability Company (LLC) can be a great choice for your new small business venture.
What is The Minimum Amount of Assets Needed to Form a Trust in Wisconsin?Attorney Thomas B. Burton answers the question about what minimum amount of assets are needed in order to form a Revocable Living Trust in Wisconsin and discusses some of the...
How Do I Start a Sole Proprietorship in Wisconsin?Attorney Thomas B. Burton explains the steps necessary to start a sole proprietorship in Wisconsin and gives some practical advice on getting your sole proprietorship business off to a great...
Top 3 Reasons for Avoiding ProbateAttorney Thomas B. Burton discusses the Top 3 Reasons you should consider avoiding probate for your estate and discusses why many people choose to avoid probate in order to make...
Top 3 Reasons for Avoiding ProbateAttorney Thomas B. Burton discusses the Top 3 Reasons you should consider avoiding probate for your estate and discusses why many people choose to avoid probate in order to make...
If I Have Life Insurance Do I Still Need an Estate Plan?Attorney Thomas B. Burton discusses how life insurance works as part of your estate planning and discusses why a comprehensive estate plan fills in gaps that life insurance does not...
3 Plans for your Estate--No Plan, Will Plan, & Trust PlanAttorney Thomas B. Burton explains the three basic levels of planning for your estate, which he calls (1) No Plan, (2) Will Plan, and (3) Trust Plan. Attorney Burton explains...
What Assets Should I Put Into My Revocable Living Trust?Attorney Thomas B. Burton discusses which assets you should put into your Revocable Living Trust and which assets should be left outside the trust for tax reasons or other practical...
How Do I Fund My Revocable Living Trust?Attorney Thomas B. Burton explains how what funding your Revocable Living Trust means and why it is important to place assets into the Trust during your life, if you want...
Why You Might Want to Keep a WI Revocable Living Trust Formed Before August 2014Attorney Thomas B. Burton discusses why you should consider keeping a Revocable Living Trust that was formed before August 1, 2014 for Medicaid planning purposes in the state...
What Are the Duties of a Trustee of a Revocable Living TrustAttorney Thomas B. Burton discusses some of the powers and duties of a Trustee of a Revocable Living Trust and their role in administering the trust.
What is the Best Way to Leave the Family Cabin To the Next GenerationAttorney Thomas B. Burton discusses estate planning techniques for leaving the family cabin or cottage to your children or heirs in Wisconsin and Minnesota. Attorney Burton discusses some common strategies...
Should I Use a Will or a Trust for My Estate Plan?Wisconsin Attorney Thomas B. Burton answers the following question that many people pose to their lawyer when forming their estate plan: Should they use a will or a trust in...
What's the Difference Between a Revocable Trust and an Irrevocable Trust?Attorney Thomas B. Burton explains the difference between a Revocable Living Trust and an Irrevocable Trust and talks about some of the situations where each type of trust is appropriate...
When Should You Consider a Testamentary TrustAttorney Thomas B. Burton explains the uses of a testamentary trust, especially for parents of minor children and how useful a testamentary trust can be as part of your comprehensive...
Own Property in Multiple States? Consider a TrustAttorney Thomas B. Burton explains how a Revocable Living Trust can be a useful tool when you own property in two states, such as a home in Minnesota and a...
