Burr & Forman

Burr & Forman represents one of the Southeast's most established law firms, bringing institutional expertise to Jacksonville property tax matters since the firm's founding in 1885. Their Jacksonville office combines the resources of a major regional firm with deep local market knowledge, making them uniquely positioned to handle both routine residential appeals and complex commercial property tax challenges. The firm's multidisciplinary approach means property tax clients benefit from expertise across business law, medical law, and tax specialties. This broad knowledge base proves particularly valuable for commercial properties, healthcare facilities, and complex ownership structures where traditional property tax consultants may lack necessary expertise. Their established relationships with local and state officials facilitate effective advocacy at all levels of the appeals process.

Burr & Forman provides comprehensive property tax consulting services leveraging their full-service law firm capabilities. Residential property tax appeals include detailed market analysis, comparable sales research, and aggressive representation before county boards and state agencies. Their commercial property tax practice handles complex valuations for office buildings, medical facilities, retail centers, and industrial properties requiring specialized expertise. The firm excels at multi-jurisdictional appeals for property owners with holdings across multiple counties or states. Business law integration helps with corporate-owned properties and complex ownership structures that affect assessment approaches. Medical law expertise proves invaluable for healthcare facilities and medical office buildings with unique valuation challenges. They also provide ongoing tax planning services, helping large property owners develop strategies to minimize future assessment exposure while remaining compliant with all regulations and requirements.

Engagement begins with comprehensive case evaluation utilizing the firm's research capabilities and market analysis resources. Their team reviews assessment methodologies, comparable sales data, and any legal or procedural issues that might affect your case. They develop strategic approaches tailored to your specific property type and circumstances. Formal appeals involve detailed documentation preparation, including professional appraisals and legal briefs addressing substantive and procedural issues. Their courtroom experience and established relationships facilitate effective advocacy during hearings. For complex cases, they coordinate with other practice areas to address related business, medical, or tax issues. Clients receive regular updates and strategic advice throughout the process, which typically spans 4-12 months depending on case complexity and jurisdiction requirements.

Burr & Forman serves clients throughout Florida and the Southeast from their Jacksonville office. While focused on Northeast Florida including Duval, St. Johns, Clay, and Nassau counties, their resources allow them to handle appeals across multiple jurisdictions simultaneously. This multi-state capability particularly benefits corporate clients and property owners with holdings throughout the region who need coordinated representation across different tax jurisdictions.