John R. Baggette

John R. Baggette is a trusted business lawyer known for his work in business and real estate law. He helps clients form, buy, and sell companies, including corporations and limited liability companies. He also advises banks, developers, and contractors in deals involving commercial properties and condominium projects. Mr. Baggette is experienced in state and local tax abatements and often works with clients to get financial incentives for large industrial projects. His clients include real estate developers, banks, defense contractors, and manufacturers.

Mr. Baggette holds an LL.M. in Taxation from New York University School of Law, a J.D. from the University of Alabama School of Law, and a B.A. from Auburn University. These degrees give him the knowledge to guide clients through complex tax and business matters with skill and care.

For more than 30 years, Mr. Baggette has guided businesses through contracts, complex transactions, and real estate financing. He is recognized for delivering clear, practical legal advice that supports sustainable business growth while maintaining full regulatory compliance. In addition to his business law practice, Mr. Baggette advises individuals on wills, estate planning, and tax strategies, helping protect their assets and ensure their wishes are honored.

John R. Baggette is licensed to practice in Alabama and is admitted to the U.S. Tax Court, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama. He is a member of the American Bar Association, the Alabama Bar Association, and the Huntsville-Madison County Bar Association. He has served on boards for both the Community Foundation of Huntsville and Reliance Bank. Since 2018, he has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America for his work in real estate law. He currently practices at Lanier Ford Shaver & Payne P.C. in Huntsville, Alabama.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder, Lanier Ford Shaver & Payne P.C.
• Member, Alabama Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Huntsville-Madison County Bar Association

Licensed State

• Alabama

Education

• New York University School of Law
  LLM in Taxation
• University of Alabama School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Auburn University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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