Jo Ann Koontz Named Co-Chair of SCBA Real Property Steering Committee

Sarasota, FL, September 29, 2012 --(PR.com)-- Attorney and Certified Public Accountant Jo Ann Koontz has been named co-chair of the Sarasota County Bar Association (SCBA) Real Property Steering Committee, along with attorney Michael J. Belle.

The Committee focuses on issues of interest to real estate law practitioners through luncheon meetings and seminars.

The SCBA is a voluntary organization of lawyers and judges who practice law and administer the judicial system in Sarasota County. Its mission is to advance professionalism, promote practice development, encourage public service, foster fellowship and support access to legal services for all.

Jo Ann Koontz is owner of the Koontz & Associates law firm, focusing on residential and commercial real estate transactions, federal and state tax law and business law. Because of her dual certification as an attorney and CPA, she is a sought-after presenter on the tax implications of real estate transactions, short sales and foreclosures, as well as other legal matters.

Koontz & Associates is located at 1819 Main Street, Suite 215, Sarasota, FL 34236. Koontz can be reached at joann@koontzassociates.com. Telephone: (941) 225-2615. Website: KoontzAssociates.com.