
Christopher F. Tate, J.D.
Christopher F. Tate, J.D., is Partner and Wealth Strategist at Fidelis Capital, an advisor-owned wealth management firm dedicated to addressing the complex investment and planning needs of ultra-high-net-worth clients and institutions. With nearly 30 years of experience, Chris specializes in wealth planning, advanced estate planning and cash-flow planning, delivering comprehensive strategies to Fidelis Capital’s UHNW families and institutions. His focus lies in creating tax-efficient wealth transfer solutions spanning generations, income replacement plans for clients undergoing transitions and wealth strategies tailored to the unique and intricate needs of each family member.
His professional journey includes roles as Wealth Strategies Advisor at Bank of America Private Bank (and U.S. Trust) for six years and Fiduciary Advisory Specialist at Wells Fargo Private Bank for an additional six years. Prior to that, he dedicated 15 years to practicing law and advising clients on diverse legal aspects, including advanced estate and gift tax planning, generation-skipping transfer tax planning and estate administration.
Chris holds a Juris Doctor from George Mason University School of Law, a Master of Arts in International Transactions from George Mason University and a Bachelor of Arts in French Language from the University of Virginia. His multidisciplinary background uniquely positions him to provide Fidelis Capital clients with a holistic approach to navigating the complexities of wealth management and estate planning.
Phone: 202-571-5807 | Website: www.fideliscapital.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/fidelis-capital-partners-llc
Latest articles by Christopher F. Tate, J.D.
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Choosing a Corporate Trustee: The Pros and Cons
The impartiality and dependability of a corporate trustee are key benefits, but some of the disadvantages could be deal-breakers.
By Christopher F. Tate, J.D. Published
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The Clock Is Ticking on Tax Cuts: Act Now to Avoid Missing Out
Estate and gift tax exemptions are at an all-time high until the end of 2025. That may seem like a long way off, but setting things up could take longer than expected.
By Christopher F. Tate, J.D. Published