Quarles Adds Experienced Trusts & Estates Attorney John Wood as Of Counsel

February 29, 2024 (Naples, Fla.) -- The national law firm of Quarles & Brady LLP announced today that John Wood has joined the firm’s Naples, Fla., office as of counsel in the Estate, Trust & Wealth Preservation Practice Group.

Wood advises high-net-worth families and their advisors on domestic and cross-border estate and tax planning matters. He works with his clients to develop and implement well-designed plans to achieve an orderly transfer of their wealth by understanding their personal philosophy, family goals, and business and philanthropic objectives.

“Quarles is committed to expanding our premier trusts and estates practice in Naples,” said Patrick Bitterman, national chair of the Estate, Trust & Wealth Preservation Group.  “John brings significant knowledge and experience to our team and our focus on providing tailored services to high net-worth clients.”

Named in 2024 to Best Lawyers in America “Ones to Watch” in the Trusts & Estates category, Wood received his B.A. from the University of Oklahoma, his J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center and his LL.M. from Georgetown University Law Center.

“I am thrilled to be joining the Naples office,” said Wood. “The firm has a great reputation, and I am looking forward to collaborating with the talented team here to provide exceptional client service. The firm's platform will allow me to effectively serve the diverse tax, financial, business and estate planning needs of high-net-worth clients. I'm confident that together, we can achieve great things.”