Alan S. Acker
About Alan S. Acker
Alan S. Acker serves as Of Counsel at Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP and teaches estate planning and taxation at Capital University School of Law. He is also an author and blogger, engaging with topics in religion, philosophy, and politics.
Work at Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP
Alan S. Acker has served as Of Counsel at Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP since 2011. He has contributed to the firm for over 13 years, providing legal expertise and guidance in various areas of law. The firm is located at 366 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43215, and is known for its commitment to client service and legal excellence.
Education and Expertise
Alan Acker holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Accountancy from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He furthered his education at Chicago-Kent College of Law, where he earned a Doctor of Law (JD) degree from 1974 to 1977. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his legal practice, particularly in areas related to taxation and estate planning.
Teaching Experience
Alan Acker teaches as an adjunct professor at Capital University School of Law, where he instructs courses on Drafting for Estate Planning and Income Taxation of Trusts and Estates. His role in academia allows him to share his knowledge and experience with law students, preparing them for their future careers in the legal field.
Publications and Writing
Alan Acker is the author of a non-legal book titled 'Thirteen Truths About God and Life', published by Brighton Publishing. In addition to his published works, he collaborates with his son Daniel on a novel tentatively titled 'The Scroll', which is expected to be published in 2015. He also maintains a blog called 'The Examined Life', where he discusses religious, philosophical, and political topics, attracting over 9000 views.