J. Graves Theus, Jr.

J. Graves Theus, Jr. is a board-certified tax and estate planning lawyer at Theus Law Offices who focuses on tax law, estate planning law, and business matters. He advises individuals, families, and closely held companies on asset protection, risk management, and succession planning. With decades of experience, he represents clients in complex reorganizations, acquisitions, and tax-sensitive transactions. His practice also includes advising healthcare organizations, tax-exempt entities, and governmental bodies on regulatory and operational issues. He provides strategic counsel tailored to each client’s long-term goals and financial security planning.

Graves earned an LL.M. in Tax from Boston University School of Law in 1997. He received his J.D., cum laude, from Gonzaga University School of Law in 1996. He also holds a B.A. in Economics from Tulane University, completed in 1988. His advanced tax training and strong academic record provide a solid foundation for his detailed legal analysis and practical advice to clients facing complex financial and estate issues. He applies this knowledge with confidence to solve challenging legal problems.

Graves has guided clients through difficult estate disputes and business conflicts throughout his career. He has successfully challenged invalid wills and protected partnership assets from misuse. He has defended companies and their founders in ownership disputes and liability claims. He has also overturned default judgments on appeal for nonresident defendants. By combining careful research with clear strategy, he helps clients protect their rights, preserve wealth, and resolve matters efficiently in court and negotiations. His focus remains on practical, lasting solutions.

J. Graves Theus, Jr., is certified by the Louisiana State Board of Legal Specialization as a Tax Law Specialist and an Estate Planning and Administration Specialist. The Veterans Administration also accredits him. He maintains bar licenses in Louisiana, Washington, and Alaska. In addition to advising private clients, he serves as general counsel to a Louisiana state board overseeing professional regulation and licensing matters. He regularly presents on asset protection and estate administration to legal and business groups across the state region.

Law Office Affiliations

• Manager, Theus Law Offices
• Member, Indiana State Bar Association
• Member, Washington State Bar Association
• Member, Alaska Bar Association
• Member, Alexandria Bar Association

Licensed State

• Indiana
• Washington
• Alaska

Education

• Boston University School of Law
  Master of Law (LLM)
• Gonzaga University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Tulane University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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