Sarah Payne Thomson
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Sarah Payne Thomson is a seasoned attorney based in Birmingham, Alabama, specializing in a diverse range of practice areas, including Employment Law, Estate Planning, Financial Institutions, Real Estate, Real Estate Transactions, and Tax law. As a valued member of Leitman, Siegal & Payne, P.C., she provides comprehensive legal services tailored to meet the unique needs of her clients. In the realm of Employment Law, Sarah skillfully assists clients with employment agreements, shareholder agreements, business formation, and strategic planning. She offers expert guidance to shareholders and business owners, facilitating the negotiation of ownership interest purchases and sales. Her extensive experience also encompasses day-to-day contract drafting for small businesses and closely held corporations, ensuring that her clients are well-equipped to navigate the complexities of the business landscape. Sarah is adept in representing owners, developers, and financial institutions in various commercial real estate transactions. Her expertise includes lending and finance, as well as acquisition and lease negotiations, making her a trusted advisor for clients engaged in real estate ventures. In addition to her business-focused legal services, Sarah provides essential support in estate and trust planning. She offers tailored advice to a wide range of clients, from young professionals to high-net-worth individuals and families. Her services include drafting documents designed to reduce, defer, and potentially eliminate federal estate tax liability, as well as protecting family assets from issues such as dependency, creditor claims, or immaturity among heirs. Sarah also ensures that special needs beneficiaries receive the necessary provisions while safeguarding their government benefits, and she skillfully arranges estate plans for children from multiple marriages. With her comprehensive knowledge and approachable style, Sarah Payne Thomson is committed to providing clients in Birmingham and beyond with top-tier legal services across her diverse practice areas.
About Estate Planning Law
Estate planning attorneys help individuals plan for the distribution of their assets and care during incapacity. They create wills, trusts, and other documents to protect families and minimize taxes. Common matters include wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives.