T. Austin Simmons

T. Austin Simmons is an estate planning lawyer who focuses his practice on estate planning, tax planning, and business transactions. As an associate at Lax, Vaughan, Fortson, Rowe & Threet, P.A., Austin helps individuals and businesses create smart legal plans that protect their assets and prepare for the future. He assists clients with wills, trusts, tax strategies, and business structuring. Known for his strong grasp of complex tax laws and clear communication, Austin offers practical guidance tailored to each client’s needs.

Austin holds an LL.M. in Taxation from the University of Florida Levin College of Law, where he served as a Graduate Student Editor on the Florida Tax Review. He earned his J.D. with honors from the University of Arkansas School of Law, where he was both a Staff Editor and Symposium Editor for the Arkansas Law Review. He also received the LeMay Business Law Fellowship. Before attending law school, he graduated with honors from Harding University with a B.A. in Accounting. He passed all four sections of the Certified Public Accountant exam before beginning his legal studies.

Austin has supported a wide range of clients, from individuals planning their estates to business owners managing tax concerns or forming new ventures in his legal career. His background in accounting and tax law gives him a valuable edge when helping clients understand how legal decisions affect their financial future. Whether he is drafting a trust, advising on a business deal, or creating a custom estate plan, Austin focuses on delivering practical, client-centered solutions.

T. Austin Simmons was admitted to the Arkansas Bar in 2023 and is a member of the Arkansas Bar Association. His professional approach and attention to detail make him a trusted legal advisor in matters of estate and tax law.

Law Office Affiliations

• Associate, Lax, Vaughan, Fortson, Rowe & Threet, P.A.
• Member, Arkansas Bar Association

Licensed State

• Arkansas

Education

• University of Florida Levin College of Law
  Master of Law (LLM)
• University of Arkansas School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Harding University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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