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Arnall Golden Gregory LLP

Private Wealth Law

High Net Worth Guide 2026 : Georgia


Arnall Golden Gregory LLP

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AGG's Private Wealth practice meets the complex wealth transfer needs of ultra-high net worth individuals and families. Because of this exclusive focus, the team brings a unique depth of experience to bear on the complex issues facing these clients. In addition to handling wills and estate administrations, they advise on all aspects of estate planning with sophisticated strategies to accomplish large wealth transfers, including prior to initial public offerings and sales of closely-held businesses. They are experienced in charitable giving, including the creation of family foundations, and assist international clients on complex estate planning needs. AGG's attorneys regularly lecture at professional conferences and have written extensively in significant national publications including Trusts & Estates, and Estate Planning and have co-authored the definitive treatise on estate planning and estate administration in Georgia. AGG's Private Wealth attorneys have expertise in many related issues, including securities law, venture capital transactions, partnership taxation, real estate law, and estate litigation. 

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Private Wealth Law - Georgia

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For
Arnall Golden Gregory routinely handles a range of private wealth matters including complex tax issues and business succession plans for high net worth clients.

Strengths

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  • Arnall Golden Gregory stand out for their thoroughness, attention to detail and subject matter expertise. These folks are at the top of their industry in our geography. They continually hone their expertise and consistently deliver top-notch advice and counsel.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Arnall Golden Gregory is the best of the best, a top firm in Atlanta when it comes to estate planning. The team are incredibly responsive and very polished, and their bench is one of the deepest in Atlanta.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Arnall Golden Gregory's private wealth team consists of experienced partners who are dedicated to training rising associates at the highest level, and each partner within group provides expertise in sub-specialties that ensure clients with complex or non-conforming assets receive expert advice without having to engage separate counsel. They are licensed in multiple jurisdictions, predominantly in the Southeast, which is advantageous, convenient and cost-efficient for clients with businesses and property in multiple states.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Arnall Golden Gregory bring a team approach to solving client issues. It's an exceptionally intelligent team, and they are approachable, with a talent for explaining complex ideas in clear, simple terms.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Bertram L Levy
    Band 1Bertram L Levy

    Bertram L Levy

    Bertram Levy is a partner in Arnall Golden Gregory's private wealth practice. Levy handles the full range of wealth transfer planning matters for high net worth clients.

    • Bertram Levy is always available for his clients, he is an expert in his field, and he has extensive relationships within the adviser and investment community.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Bertram Levy's level of sophistication and understanding of the most complex matters are unmatched. I have the highest level of confidence in Bertram to deliver great value for our clients.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Bertram Levy is a seasoned, experienced and talented lawyer. Clients trust him implicitly.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Band 1Jeremy Ware
    Band 1Jeremy Ware

    Jeremy Ware

    Jeremy Ware is an experienced attorney with expertise in tax, estate and succession planning, wealth transfer strategies and charitable planning.

    • Clients love Jeremy Ware.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Jeremy Ware is one of the brightest attorneys I've had the pleasure of working with. He has the innate ability to clearly communicate to clients even the most complex tax and estate planning matters.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Jeremy Ware is an outstanding wealth planner. I wouldn't hesitate to bring him onto a matter.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Band 1Michael L Van Cise
    Band 1Michael L Van Cise

    Michael L Van Cise

    Michael Van Cise is a highly esteemed partner at Arnall Golden Gregory. He has expertise in estate and succession planning, trusts and administrative structures. Van Cise also advises on gifting from a tax perspective.

    • We regularly collaborate with Michael on professional matters. He is extremely conscientious and thoughtful for his clients.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Michael Van Cise brings creativity to his approach to solving problems for clients. Advisers and clients enjoy working with him. He is a highly regarded leader within the legal community.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Michael Van Cise is extremely knowledgeable and professional. He takes time to fully understand what is important to his client and makes sure they understand the concepts and strategies being presented. He communicates and collaborates extremely well. It is a joy to work with him and his team.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Michael is an excellent attorney who consistently delivers the highest level of service. He presents ideas in a thoughtful manner that are digestible for clients so that they can take action.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Band 1Suzanne Plybon
    Band 1Suzanne Plybon

    Suzanne Plybon

    Suzanne Plybon is co-chair of the private wealth practice at Arnall Golden Gregory. She handles wealth transfer planning issues, including cross-border estate planning, charitable planning and business succession matters. Plybon has a strong practice and wins significant praise from the market.

    • Suzanne is very proactive; she helps clients think about next steps. She's very organised and she keeps on top of things and makes them orderly. She has a good way of explaining things in laymen's terms. She's superbly technical and a good collaborator.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Suzanne Plybon is an expert planner who is considered a trusted adviser and resource to all of her clients.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Suzanne Plybon is my go-to for client legal matters and I recommend her to clients frequently.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Suzanne is a very smart, detail-oriented true expert in high net worth matters.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Band 2Kathryn Baldwin Hecker
    Band 2Kathryn Baldwin Hecker

    Kathryn Baldwin Hecker

    Kathryn Hecker is a strong private wealth expert. Hecker regularly advises high net worth clients on wealth transfers, succession and charitable planning matters.

    • Kathryn Hecker brings her expertise and thoughtful style of communication to every relationship. She is highly regarded within the legal community as an expert and as a leader.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Kathryn is somebody who can deal with very complex issues. She has a quick mind and the ability to focus quickly and get to the heart of the matter, which helps the client.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Kathryn is very technically detail-oriented and handles sophisticated issues thoroughly.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Kathryn is brilliant and personable. She takes clients and wraps both arms around the issues at hand and follows through until things are completed or resolved.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Up and ComingTyson D Willis
    Up and ComingTyson D Willis

    Tyson D Willis

    Tyson Willis was made a partner at Arnall Golden Gregory in January 2025. Willis is experienced in complex tax and asset planning for wealthy families and their businesses.

    • Tyson Willis has exceptional client service skills and brings sophisticated and creative planning to every client matter. Tyson is a great resource for his clients and provides excellent transaction management and oversight, coordinating multiple independent advisers on behalf of a client.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Tyson Willis is extremely sharp, responsive, very smart and capable.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Tyson Willis has a top-notch reputation in the industry and I wouldn't hesitate to bring him in on a matter.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

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