2023 Legal Guide - Forsyth County

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2023 LEGAL DIRECTORY FOR FORSYTH

COUNTY

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ASHWAY LAW FIRM

312 W Main St., Cumming, GA 30040

(770) 205-9414, ashwaylaw.com

Real estate, limited liability company formation, document preparation and review

BANKS, STUBBS & MCFARLAND, LLP

309 Pirkle Ferry Road, Bldg. F, Cumming, GA 30040

(770) 887-1209, banksstubbs.com

Personal injury, wrongful death, criminal defense, divorce and family law, estate planning

BETTIS LAW GROUP

1815 Lockeway Drive, Suite 106, Alpharetta, GA 30004

(678) 736-5445, bettislawgroup.com

Estate planning, real estate law, trust administration/ probate, business formation, contract law

BOLING RICE LLC

207 Pirkle Ferry Road, Cumming, GA 30040 (770) 887-3162, bolingrice.com

Real estate law, estate planning, probate administration, business, commercial law, civil litigation, mediation, arbitration, domestic law

BOURNE LAW FIRM

106 Colony Park Drive, Suite 1000

Cumming, GA 30040

(770) 886-3030, bourne.law

Personal Injury Attorney, Auto, Truck and Motorcycle accidents, wrongful death

BOVIS, KYLE, BURCH & MEDLIN, LLC

327 Dahlonega St., Suite 1703-A, Cumming, GA 30040

(770) 391-9100, boviskyle.com

Commercial real estate, family law

LAW OFFICES OF CHRISTOPHER L. MOORE, LLC 123 Tribble Gap Road, Cumming, GA 30040 678-679-6717, Moorelawga.com

Family law, probate and probate litigation, estate planning

DELFUNT LAW FIRM

110 Samaritan Drive, Suite 106, Cumming, GA 30040 (470) 239-8773, delfuntlaw.com

Immigration, naturalization

THE LAW OFFICES OF DOUGLAS JACOBSON

309 Pirkle Ferry Road, Bldg. F, Cumming, GA 30040 (678) 341-9114, douglasjacobsonlaw.com

Bankruptcy attorney

THE EPPS LAW GROUP

309 Pirkle Ferry Road, Bldg B, Suite 200, Cumming, GA 30040

(678) 257-4507, eppslegal.com

Criminal defense, dui, juvenile law, family law, wrongful death

ERIN FOWLER LAW, P.C.

418 Pirkle Ferry Road, Suite 110, Cumming, GA 30040

(678) 965-0271, ErinFowlerLaw.com

Family, juvenile, criminal, dui and mediator

ETHERIEDGE & ASSOCIATES, PC

102 Mary Alice Park Road, Suite 501, Cumming, GA 30040

(770) 205-6152, etheriedge.com

Estate planning, wills, trusts, business formation, sales or purchase

THE FERNANDEZ LAW FIRM

327 Dahlonega St., Suite 602A, Cumming, GA 30040

(678) 667-2402, fernandezlawfirm.com

New business and startups, technology and medical

GEORGIA PROBATE LAWYERS

306 W. Main St., Cumming, GA 30040

(678) 730-5549, gaprobatelawyers.com

Probate and estate administration, estate disputes, will contests, trust administration, adult guardianships and conservatorships, minor conservatorships and claims

THE HAMILTON LAW FIRM, P.C.

353 Dahlonega St., Cumming, GA 30040

(770) 887-3188, hamiltonlegal.com

Criminal, civil law, personal injury, family law

HEDDEN LAW

418 Pirkle Ferry Road, Cumming, GA 30040

(770) 755-5695, heddenlaw.com

Divorce, child custody, division of marital assets

HODGES LAW FIRM, LLC

520 Pirkle Ferry Road, Suite C, Cumming, GA 30040

(678) 608-1746, rhodgeslaw.com

Estate planning, probate, asset protection, business law, criminal defense

HUME, JAACKS & ASSOCIATES, LLC.

102 Buford Dam Road, Suite A, Cumming, GA 30040 (678) 829-4443, humejaacks.com

Wills, trusts, estate planning, juvenile law, probate law, guardianship, mediation, special needs trust

LAW OFFICES OF HUMBERTO IZQUIERDO, JR., PC

108 Colony Park Drive, Suite 100, Cumming, GA 30040 (770) 888-8901, humbertoinjurylaw.com

Personal injury, worker’s compensation, car accident

JARRARD & DAVIS, LLP

222 Webb St., Cumming, GA 30040 (678) 455-7150, jarrard-davis.com

A law firm dedicated to assisting cities, counties, authorities, and state governments

JONATHAN R. BROCKMAN, P.C.

320 Dahlonega St., Cumming, GA 30040 (770) 830-4709, brockmaninjurylawyer.com

Personal injury

SAMUEL JOHNSON & ASSOCIATES

12600 Deerfield Pkwy., Suite 100, Alpharetta, GA 30004 (404) 666-5297, mrlawman.com

Personal injury, car, truck, motorcycle, boating accidents, wrongful death, medical malpractice

LEIBEL LAW

• 6150 Ga. 400, Suite C, Cumming, GA 30028

• 3619 S. Chestatee, Dahlonega, GA 30533 (404) 892-0700, leibel.com

Personal injury, auto accidents, children’s injuries, construction injuries, medical malpractice

LINK & SMITH, P.C. 562 Lakeland Plaza, Suite 373, Cumming, GA 30040 (888) 233-7621, linksmithpc.com

Personal injury, auto, motorcycle, boat, Jet Ski accidents, texting and driving accidents, DUI

LIPSCOMB, JOHNSON, LLP

112 N Main St., Cumming, GA 30040 (770) 887-7761, lipscombjohnson.com

Zoning, commercial real estate, estates, business organization, criminal defense, condemnation/eminent domain

THE MANTON LAW FIRM LLC

418 Pirkle Ferry Road, Suite 112, Cumming, GA 30040 (678) 926-9208, mantonlaw.com

Personal injury, wrongful death, automobile wrecks, nursing home neglect and abuse

LAW OFFICE OF SUSAN J. MCCARTHY

327 Dahlonega St., Suite 701, Cumming, GA 30040

(770) 888-9111, sjmlawfirm.com

Family law, personal injury

THE MCCORMICK FIRM, P.C.

105 Pilgrim Village Drive, Suite 400, Cumming, GA 30040

(678) 667-7925, mccormicklawpc.com

Bankruptcy, divorce, and criminal defense

MILES HANSFORD & TALLANT, LLC

202 Tribble Gap Road, Suite 200, Cumming, GA 30040 (770) 574-6688, mhtlegal.com

Criminal defense, family law, real estate disputes, zoning and land use

THE LAW OFFICES OF CHRISTOPHER L. MOORE, LLC

123 Tribble Gap Road, Cumming, GA 30040 (678) 679-6717, moorelawga.com

Family law, estate planning, probate

NEVILLE & CUNAT, LLP

285 Elm St., Unit 302, Cumming, GA 30040 (678) 807-6511, nevillecunat.com

Criminal defense, DUI, domestic violence, sex offenses, assault, theft, drug charges

O’DRISCOLL KELLER LAW GROUP, LLC

5485 Bethelview Road, Suites 360-356, Cumming, GA 30040 (770) 781-2576, odriscollkeller.com

Family law, divorce, estate planning, juvenile law

O’KELLEY & SOROHAN, ATTORNEYS AT LAW, LLC

540 Lake Center Pkwy., Suite 204, Cumming, GA 30040

(678) 513-9330, okelleyandsorohan.com

Real estate closings, civil litigation, family law, corporate, commercial and default services

OBERMAN LAW FIRM

327 Dahlonega St., Suite 401, Cumming, GA 30040 (770) 886-2400, obermanlaw.com

Corporate law, medical practice law, employment, intellectual property

PARSONS LAW FIRM

208 Pirkle Ferry Road, Suite B, Cumming, GA 30040 (678) 314-1553, parsons-lawfirm.com

PATTERSON MOORE BUTLER, LLC

• FORSYTH COUNTY:

213 Kelly Mill Road, Cumming, GA 30040 (770) 702-0206, attorneysatlawga.com

• DAWSON COUNTY:

500 Highway 53, Dawsonville, GA 30534 (706) 603-4092, attorneysatlawga.com

Family law, criminal defense, employment law, wills and probate, small business representation, civil litigation, amicable and uncontested divorce, mediation

PERRIE & ASSOCIATES

6120 Southard Trace, Cumming, GA 30040 (770) 781-0018, perrielaw.com

Real estate closing, foreclosure law, family law, business law

REEDER LAW FIRM • ALPHARETTA

3526 Old Milton Pkwy., Alpharetta, GA 30005 (770) 475-2521, reederlawfirm.com

• CUMMING

110 Samaritan Drive, Suite 102, Cumming, GA 30040 (770) 569-2748, reederlawfirm.com

Family law, divorce, alimony, child custody, child support, contempt, uncontested divorce, wills

REESE-BEISBIER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 407 East Maple St., Suite 204, Cumming, GA 30040 (678) 947-2988, rbafamilylaw.com

Family law, divorce, child custody/support, contempt, family violence, protective orders, prenuptial agreements, paternity/legitimation, adoption

RICHMAN LAW FIRM

6474 Georgia Hwy. 400, Cumming, GA 30028

213 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Cumming GA 30040 (678) GA-CRIME, (678) 701-4033, GeorgiaCrime.com

Criminal defense, DUI defense, drug crimes, domestic violence, probation violations, sex crimes, theft crimes, traffic tickets, underage drinking, violent crimes

THE LAW OFFICE OF ROBERT A. RIVERS, LLC

520 Pirkle Ferry Road, Suite G, Cumming, GA 30040 (404) 882-2200, RiversDeliversLaw.com

Real estate closing, real estate litigation, family law, personal injury and DUI

THE SIEMON LAW FIRM

347 Dahlonega St., Suite 100, Cumming, GA 30040 (770) 888-5120, siemonlawfirm.com

Family law, divorce, child custody and support, adoption, LGBT family law, property division, mediation

SPAULDING INJURY LAW

5860 Bond St., Cumming, GA 30040 (470) 842-3344, SpauldingInjuryLaw.com

Car, motorcycle and truck accidents, wrongful death, animal bites, brain injury, boat accidents, drunk driving injury, neck and back injury, pedestrian injury, product liability, slip and falls

TEIGER LAW CENTER, P.C.

514 W Maple St., Suite 101, Cumming, GA 30040 (678) 807-7456, teigerlaw.com

Family law, estate planning, criminal law, elder abuse and business law

VAN SANT LAW, LLC

123 Tribble Gap Road, Suite 100, Cumming, GA 30040 (770) 886-9199, vansantlaw.com

Personal injury, car, truck and motorcycle accidents, wrongful death, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse

VICTORIA V. BENNETT, P.C.

407 W Maple St, Suite 304, Cumming, GA 30040 (770) 889-9332, victoriabennettpc.com

Residential and commercial real estate

WEAVER LAW FIRM

5650 Ga. 400, Cumming, GA 30028 (470) 297-1515, WeaverFirm.com

Personal injury, criminal defense, civil litigation, family law, bankruptcy

WILSON LEGAL, PC

407 East Maple St., Suite 105, Cumming, GA 30040 (770) 205-7861, Wilson-Legal.com

Estate planning, special needs, elder law, probate and trust administration, business planning

ZELIFF | WATSON

351-A Dahlonega St., Cumming GA 30040

(770) 887-3720, zwdefense.com

Criminal defense, DUI defense, family violence

Commercial Real Estate Transactions

Probate Administration

Business/Corporate Formation and Transactions

Criminal

Why you need a lawyer in your corner

One need not spend ample time to find depictions of lawyers on television and in films.

Though such depictions are not always so rosy, most lawyers are reputable individuals who help people navigate the complicated matters of the law.

There are many instances when it is in a person’s best interest to hire an attorney. The law is more nuanced than people outside the legal profession may realize, and having a person in one’s corner who understands the ins and outs of the law is a wise move. The following are a handful of reasons why it pays to have a lawyer in your corner.

• Lawyers understand legal documents. Attorneys know that procedure is a major part of the law and the judiciary system. A lawyer will help to file the correct paperwork, fill out legal documents, contact courts, and engage in legal procedures in the correct fashion.

• Lawyers have access to experts. Attorneys have strong networks and can connect their clients with experts that support their efforts. For example, parents who are using a special education attorney to navigate 504/IEP plans can ask their lawyer to connect them with an education advocate, expert or tutor who can serve as a witness or reference.

• Lawyers ensure guidelines are followed. A lawyer can be an asset when drafting a will or engaging in elder care arrangements. With legal, binding documentation, contestation of wishes is much more difficult and ensures that a financial legacy is put to use as intended.

• Lawyers know how to negotiate and settle. Heading to court isn’t always the best outcome. Experienced attorneys likely have seen similar cases and scenarios and can make informed guesses about how your own situation may play out if it goes to trial. He or she may suggest a settlement or know a tactic that can work in your favor, particularly if it results in reduced legal fees.

• Lawyers can effectively lock horns with other lawyers. Individuals who choose to represent themselves are at a disadvantage when the other side has hired an attorney. To avoid this inequity of knowledge and experience, it’s best to seek legal representation.

• Lawyers provide unbiased insight. When dealing with complicated family issues, such as estate planning, divorce or custody, it pays to have a third party who is emotionally detached from the situation to help guide decision-making. Attorneys can guide people through all types of complicated legal matters and provide sound, unbiased advice.

How to find an attorney

Attorneys can help people at various times in their lives.

Much like doctors specialize in particular types of medicine, attorneys also tend to focus on one area of the law. For example, some lawyers might specialize in criminal law, while others may help their clients with estate planning.

Choosing an attorney is an important decision, and one that many people will need to make at least once during their lifetimes. The following tips can help people find an attorney to help them with whatever legal advice they need.

• Book an initial consultation. Initial consultations are typically free of charge and these meetings often give people a first impression of an attorney before they have to spend any money. Initial consultations are a great opportunity to gauge an attorney’s personality and demeanor, determine his or her experience and even his or her outlook for your particular case. Book consultations with as many attorneys as necessary until you feel comfortable making a decision.

• Be ready to ask questions. Attorneys should not be the only ones to speak during a consultation. Make a list of general questions and questions specific to your case and don’t hesitate to ask them. Ask about the attorney’s accessibility should he or she become your attorney, making sure to determine if the attorney or someone else, such as a paralegal, will be your primary contact during your case. Many people are most comfortable with attorneys to whom they can speak to directly throughout their case, and that’s an important point to consider for people who may never have needed an attorney in the past.

• Discuss costs. Attorney fees are not immaterial, no matter how serious a case might be. Attorney fees vary widely, and professional legal advice is often expensive, especially when cases are complex and lengthy. Expect to sign a contract regarding fees before an attorney begins working on your case. Many attorneys will provide cost estimates, so get those in writing.

• Seek recommendations. As noted, many people require the services of an attorney at least once in their lifetimes. So don’t hesitate to ask family, friends or coworkers for recommendations. Word-of-mouth can be a great way to find a reliable, trustworthy attorney. In addition, certain organizations may be helpful. For example, AARP might recommend lawyers who specialize in estate planning.

Attorneys help people who need legal advice. Finding the right one involves careful consideration of a host of factors.

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