Top Estate Lawyers Near Me in Atlanta Area

We help clients with the legal and financial considerations associated with long-term care.  The legal planning typically includes estate and incapacity planning documents and reviewing ownership and beneficiaries of current assets.  The financial planning typically includes strateges for protecting assets and accessing helpful benefits to help pay for care.

We have always been committed to the belief that a person’s legal needs are personal and not just business. This is a cornerstone in our approach to law and how we serve our clients. In 2003, when I founded Brian M. Douglas & Associates, LLC, my vision was to create an entire culture that embraced this same powerful concept.. And we have.. I received his Bachelor of Science degree from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where I studied Mechanical Engineering while working full time as a manufacturing supervisor for Fortune 100 Corporation. Upon graduation, I moved to Atlanta to attend John Marshall Law School, where I graduated cum laude and was class valedictorian.   I was initially drawn from engineering to law because of his gifts for reasoning and logic—two qualities that are essential for a successful attorney. And I have not looked back since.. Through my firm, I have had the opportunity to take on very diverse cases, working with bankruptcy, real estate law, civil/business litigation, foreclosure, criminal law, and what we are highly acclaimed for—estate planning and asset protection. Establishing my own practice has allowed me the freedom to cover many areas of law. This fits my diverse range of interests and benefits the clients we serve.. A unique approach to business is a driving force behind our success. We value the relationship with our clients more than anything and strive to become a client's trusted advisor for life’s most important decisions.  We stand out through offering concierge style services for our clients and having a no voicemail policy at the firm. When someone calls, they get a live person answering the phone and from that moment on the relationship has begun.. I have been a contributor on Fox, ABC, CBS, and NBC, as well as contributor for Star Tribune, Small Business Trendsetters, Worth, and The Miami Herald. I appeared on the television show, Time Square Today as well as Moving America Forward with William Shatner. I am also a co-author of book called "Beat The Curve" with best-selling author Brian Tracy.  This has enabled me to reach out to more people about life’s most important legal topics.

Trent Shuping is an Atlanta personal injury attorney who is passionate about helping injury victims obtain the justice they deserve. He is a dedicate attorney who quickly rose to partner at Warshauer Law Group because of his record of success and skill with his clients. He attended the University of Georgia, where he graduated with an undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice. He earned his Juris Doctor from Duke University School of Law. Because of his solid advocacy on behalf of clients, Attorney Shuping has earned a reputation of being reliable and getting results. To learn how he can help your case, call for a free consultation.

The practice of law requires more than just understanding the mechanics of the law. At Giacoma Roberts & Daughdrill, LLC, we strive to understanding your individual situation and needs so that we can tailor a solution to your challenge that is both effective and efficient.  Whatever your matter is, involving a lawyer is often the last option you want to contemplate.  We are here to be part of your team with one goal in mind--solving your problem as effectively and efficiently as possible. Whether that means aggressive advocacy or bridge-building, we work with you to tailor a solution that is custom fitted to your specific needs. With more than 20 years experience in business and real estate in addition to the practice of law, we use our real world experience to assist you in making the best decision possible in your legal matter so that you can come to a certain outcome and say, "Problem Solved!"

Stephen A. Winter is the Managing Partner of WCZ and dedicates much of his practice to resort and land development, the representation of community associations, general corporate, business and finance transactions, workouts and real estate law. Stephen is significantly involved, on a national basis, in the representation of developers of planned and resort communities, including golf course communities, mixed-use developments, residential communities, condominium developments, vacation ownership or timeshare regimes and associations within these types of developments. He is also very active in community association law representing residential and office condominiums, townhome developments, mixed use projects, residential community associations and master-planned communities.

Shawn Eisenberg graduated from West Virginia University in 1999 and Hofstra University School of Law in 2002.  Shawn was also the Business Editor of the Hofstra Law Review.  Shawn is a member in good standing of the New York and Georgia bars and has practiced law in Atlanta since 2006.  Shawn's practice focuses on consumer bankruptcy, loan origination servicing and commercial real estate.  In addition to representing his law firm clients, Shawn also serves as Vice President of Management and Leasing for LIT Property Services.

Samira grew up in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She earned a B.A. in Psychology from Hampton University in 1993 and graduated from Georgia State University College of Law in 2000. In law school, Samira was a member of the Moot Court team and she was one of only a few students to ever win both of the top advocate awards: One for being the best oral advocate and the other for writing the best legal brief.. After law school, Samira worked as a litigator for Smith, Gambrell & Russell where she handled business litigation and real estate matters for large corporate clients. She also represented Fulton County, its Sheriff and Tax Commissioner in hundreds of tax appeals, quiet title actions, tax foreclosure cases and other real estate disputes.. Samira handles residential and commercial closings, litigation and trusts and estates. She is a co-board member for the Atlanta Women’s Network and she is a member of the Real Estate Section of the Georgia Bar. She lives in DeKalb County with her husband, Byron and son, Nigel.Bar Admissions: Georgia - all State and Federal Court.

Roger Kirschenbaum is a partner in MendenFreiman’s estate planning, trust and estate administration and business practice areas. His primary areas of practice include estate planning, probate and estate administration, general corporate and business law, and related tax-planning matters. He primarily works with high-net-worth clients and owners of closely held businesses to devise plans that achieve both fundamental and complex estate-related goals.. Roger has significant experience in probate matters relating to wrongful death negligence cases. In addition, he previously served as a public arbitrator for the National Association of Securities Dealers, Inc. From 1985 to 1996, he represented professional athletes as a registered contract advisor with the National Basketball Players Association and the National Football League Players Association. Prior to joining MendenFreiman in 2017, Roger had his own private practice and was an of counsel attorney with Wagner, Johnston & Rosenthal, P.C. He currently serves on the Emory University Gift Planning Advisory Council.

Robert S. Meyring is an Atlanta attorney, providing legal counsel in trusts and estates, general litigation, and business start up and support. Robert a graduate of Emory Law founded the Meyring Law Firm in 2007 as a full service trusts & estates, business start up/support and general litigation firm. Robert Meyring through The Meyring Law Firm aims to be of service to his local Atlanta neighbors, their families and their businesses.. Robert S. Meyring has served his country in overseas volunteer service in the Peace Corps as a high school teacher and nonprofit organizer and director. Robert was a federal investigator with the Food and Drug Administration before his volunteer service. Mr. Meyring is a founder of Meyring Enterprises an north Atlanta residential maintenance and installation landscape company. The company was sold in 2004.. As attorney in 2005 Mr. Meyring has worked for Alston and Bird on a contract assignment and in 2006-2007, Robert was an associate attorney for Curtin Law Firm, a collections and Trusts and Estates law firm. Mr. Meyring founded the Meyring Law Firm in 2007 to better serve his Vinings, Smyrna and Buckhead neighbors, families and their businesses.. Today Mr. Meyring is involved as a participant or member of a number of Vinings, Cobb County and Greater Atlanta civic and legal organizations including Vinings Business Association, Vinings Civic Club, Georgia Bar Association, Atlanta Bar Association, Metro Atlanta Chamber, Fulton Probate Court Volunteer.. Mr. Meyring's hobbies include mountain biking, road cycling, travel and music.

Richard C. Wayne is a legal professional with nineteen (26) years of legal experience and another eighteen years of business experience. Mr. Wayne has successfully led and handled a wide variety of commercial, real estate and business related cases both in a transactional posture as well as in a litigation posture.  With experience at the highest levels, Richard C. Wayne has created an excellent reputation for Richard C. Wayne & Associates within the legal community of Georgia. Mr. Wayne’s efforts on behalf of his clients, his attentiveness to his clients' needs as well as his exceptional strategic thinking have made him a go-to source for legal matters in the State of Georgia.

Recognized by his peers and named in the Georgia Super Lawyers list since 2004, Georgia Trend's Legal Elite since 2007 and Chambers Small Business USA since 2009, Doug Krevolin has focused his practice for more than 30 years on representing entrepreneurs, emerging-growth companies, owner-managed businesses, real estate developers, and lenders.. Doug has represented clients in acquiring and closing loans on all types of real property, from raw land to shopping centers, office buildings, apartment complexes, storage facilities, and hotels, and has represented clients in the development, financing, leasing and sale of properties throughout the Southeast. He is outside general counsel to a number of businesses and regularly advises clients on formation, financing, acquisitions and sales, contracts, corporate governance matters, technology licensing and shareholder disputes.

Our law firm protects the investments that you and your family have worked a lifetime to accumulate.   We offer estate planning focusing on helping you achieve your legacy while minimizing taxes and administrative burdens on your family.  Our firm takes the time to understand your goals and create a plan to achieve those goals.. Special Needs Planning. Our special needs planning practice assists you in protecting a loved one with special needs.  We create a custom plan to ensure that your loved one with special needs can enjoy the benefit of gifts and inheritance, while still maintaining eligibility for public benefits.. Elder Law and Veteran Improved Pension. Our elder law practice allows seniors to have the maximum choices of care.  We focus on helping Veterans, and Widows/Widowers of Veterans, obtain improved pension from the VA.  The Veteran Improved Pension provides monthly tax free cash payments that can be used for any type of assistance the Veteran or Veteran’s Widow/Widower desires.. Medicaid Planning. Our Medicaid planning practice assists clients in protecting their assets from a future nursing home stay.  These protected assets can be used to pay for things that Medicaid does not cover, such as private rooms.. Call us today to schedule a free consultation to discover we can help you and your family be better protected for the future.

Originally from Cobb County, Georgia, I returned by way of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida to the Atlanta area after graduating from the Walter F. George School of Law at Mercer University in 2006.  In law school, I focused on sharpening the litigation and negotiation skills that I rely on today in my practice on a day to day basis.  Prior to law school, I graduated with honors from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor's Degree in Finance.. In law practice, I have earned experience defending large insurance insurers and self-insureds, but have also successfully prosecuted injury claims on behalf of clients. With this valuable experience, I strive to give personal attention to each case and provide high quality legal services, whether I represent the plaintiff or the defendant.. My practice offers the personal attention, efficient representation and experienced decision-making needed to maximize recovery for my clients or otherwise defend their interests in a professional yet aggressive manner. My law practice is devoted to guiding injured workers and accident victims through the claims process and achieving excellent results. I operate a solo practice based on relationships and referrals rather than volume and advertising. This allows me to provide the personal attention needed to protect the rights of those suffering from disabling injuries and maximize recovery in an aggressive yet professional manner.  I understand that my clients need advice, guidance and advocacy after they have been involved in a work accident or car crash. I use technology to increase efficiency, saving my clients time while maximizing recovery whether by negotiating a cash settlement in a car accident claim or by securing an injured worker the maximum benefits allowed by law. My extensive knowledge and past experience representing insurance companies gives me the advantage at the negotiating table and in the courtroom.. Practice Focus:. Representation of Injured Workers: Handling and prosecutionof workers’ compensation insurance claims including catastrophic, orthopedic and neurological injuries arising in the course of and in the scope of employment. Obtaining state law benefits due after disabling spinal injuries, upper and lower extremity trauma, head injuries, occupational disease and tissue burns.. Representation of Accident Victims (Personal Injury): Initiating and litigating bodily injury claims outside of work. Efficient assessment of available insurance coverage and guidance through the claims and treatment process with particular understanding of a multitude of pathologies. Maximizing claim value and negotiating settlement, whether pre-suit or in litigation.

Nathan Johns is a senior associate in MendenFreiman’s business and estate planning practice areas. He joined MendenFreiman in 2012 and previously practiced with Foltz Martin, LLC. Nathan is a strategic advocate providing outside general counsel services and regularly represents private entities on business and transaction structuring, mergers and acquisitions, capital investment and financing. He counsels clients on the development, negotiation and documentation of partnership, shareholder, joint-venture and limited liability company agreements, and also provides guidance on board, shareholder and other corporate governance issues.. Nathan represents companies and individuals in all aspects of commercial real estate transactions in retail, office and industrial sectors.  His clients include owners, private lenders, and investors involved in financing, acquisitions, and dispositions of commercial real estate across the Southeast.. In addition to business and real estate law, Nathan assists clients with estate planning, including transfer of assets, succession planning for owners of family businesses, and charitable giving strategies. He finds it rewarding to help his clients achieve their personal, family, business and charitable objectives.

My background includes extensive commerical real estate experience (including acquisition/disposition and leasing), and I have participated in transactions throughout the United States and internationally. Beyond real estate, I have handled a wide variety of transactional matters, as well as commercial litigation and alternative dispute resolution. Addtionally, I have been involved in complex securitized asset transactions involving hundreds of millions of dollars. I would welcome your inquiry.

Mr. Harris is an associate of Ingwersen & Taylor LLP and his practice encompasses tax planning for individuals and business entities, including corporations, partnerships, limited liability companies, limited liability partnerships and nonprofit organizations.. Mr. Harris provides clients with advanced strategies in estate planning and routinely assists clients with formation of wills and trusts, estate and trust administration, asset protection planning, probate matters, business formation and transactions, business succession planning, and nonprofit formation and planning.. Prior to joining Ingwersen & Taylor in 2011, Mr. Harris was an attorney in the tax group at Christian & Small LLP, a law firm in Birmingham, Alabama.. Mr. Harris is licensed to practice law in the states of Alabama, Georgia and Tennessee. He is an active member of the Fiduciary, Taxation and Trust and Estate sections of the American Bar Association as well as the Alabama, Georgia and Tennessee State Bar.. Mr. Harris graduated cum laude from Birmingham-Southern College with a bachelor’s degree in biological chemistry. He earned his J.D. from the Cumberland School of Law at Samford University, and his LL.M. in taxation from the University of Miami School of Law.

Michael A. Prieto founded the firm’s nursing home wrongful death practice and has developed it into one of the largest Long-Term Care plaintiffs’ practices in Georgia, recovering millions of dollars for clients in the process.. His litigation work focuses on representing patients and families against assisted living, skilled nursing, acute, sub acute and long-term care facilities. He advocates for fair compensation when wrongful acts and omissions are discovered, and through aggressive efforts tries to assure that the same thing will never happen to another innocent victim.. He has appeared on numerous television programs, including Larry King, Oprah, Paula Zahn, Today, Good Morning America, Donahue and others. He has been quoted by the Los Angeles Times and other print media.. Mr. Prieto cares deeply about his community and has organized many pro bono clinics for the elderly poor throughout the state of Georgia, preparing wills, powers of attorney, and providing general legal advice in senior centers and churches. He has, without compensation, given advice to nursing homes and assisted living facilities with the hope of improving resident care.. Mr. Prieto serves as County Administrator in Bartow County, as well as Probate Judge pro tempore. He has also served in the U.S. Army JAG Corps and is a combat veteran of wars in the Middle East. He is an active member of the American Association for Justice and the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association. He is a member of the AAJ Nursing Home Litigation Group and Chair of the GTLA Nursing Home Litigation Group.

Meredith Atwood practices in the following areas of law: Real Estate LitigationAdmitted: 2005, GeorgiaLaw School: University of Georgia, J.D., 2005College: University of Georgia, A.B., 2001Member: State Bar of Georgia; American Bar : Savannah, Georgia, 1979

Katrenia Collins is the Managing Attorney of her self-titled law firm specializing in Estate Planning, Probate Administration, Adult Guardianship, and Conservatorship. With a combination of 35 plus years of experience in estate planning, probate matters, business formation and personal financial planning. Katrenia takes pride in assisting a wide range of clientele to build and preserve wealth for themselves and the next generation. She utilizes her knowledge of business, economics, finance, insurance, investments, taxes, and the law to advise clients and prepare their wills, trusts, estate planning documents and assist clients in probate, guardianship and probate matters.. Katrenia earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics at Spelman College, a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from Clark Atlanta University and a Juris Doctor Degree and Master of Science degree with a concentration in Personal Financial Planning from Georgia State University College of Law and J. Mack Robinson College of Business, respectively.. Katrenia is a member of the State Bar of Georgia and its Fiduciary Law Section, Past Chair of the Atlanta Bar Association Estate Planning & Probate, the Estate Planning Council of North Georgia, Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys.

It’s Not Just Any Business.  It’s YOUR Business.. Trust among business partners is essential to success. When you discover that your business partner is not deserving of that trust, you need attorneys who focus on resolving business disputes. Most fights are over one of three things: ownership, money, or control. Whatever the source of the conflict, we help you turn anger into action.. Our business dispute attorneys in Atlanta work with business owners locked into a struggle with their partners. We help them figure out a way to work together…or not. Each business relationship is unique. Our job is to help you find the best solutions for your individual situation.

I've been praticing in the Atlanta area since 1985. My focus is real estate and commercial litigation. My client base includes small to medium sized banks and companies. I also represent a varied group of developers, builders, investors and entrepreneurs. I equally enjoy presiding over complex commercial real estate transactions and appearing in the courtroom, typically over matters involving contracts and leases. I have been married for 21 years and have 2 children. I enjoy golf, watching sports, especially SEC football, and spending time with family and friends.

I was born in Gainesville, Florida and grew up in Rome, Georgia. I attended Darlington School, a private day/boarding school located in Rome. I obtained my undergraduate degree from Mercer University in Macon, Georgia, graduating summa cum laude, with a B.A. in History. I graduated magna cum laude from the University of Georgia School of Law in 2006 and was inducted into the Order of the Coif.. I have one sister , Paige, and a half-brother, Kevin. My mother is the director of student support services at Berry College in Rome, Georgia. My father is a physician.

I live and practice in Buckhead and love being in Atlanta.  I practice estate planning because I love to help my clients plan for their future and gain peace of mind knowing their families will be taken care of if anything were to happen to them.. When I'm not working, I love spending time doing crafts with my daughter and playing with our two Boston Terriers.  I enjoy bike riding with my family and watching baseball (go Braves and Tigers!)  We also spend a lot of time working on renovating our 1923 English Tudor home.  It needs lots of love!

I have over 10 years of experience as a trial lawyer representing clients in state and federal courts in a broad range of litigation, including commercial, construction, and real estate disputes.

I focus my practice on real estate closings and community association law, specifically homeowners associations, condominium associations, and commercial associations, including mixed use, "green", and age-restricted community documents.  I help homeowners, developers, lenders, and others in creating, interpreting, enforcing, and administering these documents, including compliance with the Georgia Condominium Act, the Georgia POA Act (particuarly in adopting its terms), and other statutes that may apply.  As well, I assist in navigating the practicalities of running an association, including dealing with calling annual meetings, holding elections, or creating comitteess.. In 2013, Andersen, Tate & Carr, P.C. named me the head of its residential and construction closing practice group.. In addition, I have also mediated real-estate related disputes, with an emphasis on finding cost effective and realistic solutions. Using the insights I have learned through my representation of homeowners, lenders, developers, builders and association board members I am able to share perspectives that otherwise might not have been considered to bring parties closer together.. One of my toughest projects was to be part of the team, led by Thomas J. Andersen, responsible for negotiating and closing the purchase of the Beltline by one of our firm's clients in 2004 (Atlanta Business Chronicle’s "Deal of the Year 2004") and to remain involved with the continuing complex development issues that arose from the Beltline, including its sale to another development entity in late 2007 (the sale was listed in Atlanta Business Chronicle’s "Deal Makers" list, March 2008).