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Jerome L. - Real Estate Lawyer in Athens, Georgia
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June 25, 2024

Jerome L.

Manging Attorney
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Atlanta, GA
6 Yrs Experience
Licensed in GA
Atlanta John Marshall Law School

My experience includes 25 years of phone and customer facing customer service; 5 years managing a non profit with a focus in transportation; 10 years commercial/ residential asset management; 15 years project management in logistics and transportation, property management and law office management/civil litigation; 10 years working in the legal field, to include legal practice, marketing, managing office operations, human capital, etc, 5 years as a business and legal consultant, assisting entrepreneurs with business formation, evaluating business plans, partnering them with viable resources for success; and assisting businesses owners with improving business operations, development and customer experience

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Lynn C. - Real Estate Lawyer in Athens, Georgia
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September 30, 2025

Lynn C.

Founding Attorney
Free Consultation
Atlanta, GA
16 Yrs Experience
Licensed in GA
Emory University School of Law

I am a transactional attorney based in the Metro Atlanta, GA area, with a focus on real estate transactions, nonprofit, municipal law, corporate governance, and estate planning.

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Adrienne H. - Real Estate Lawyer in Athens, Georgia
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November 9, 2025

Adrienne H.

Corporate Attorney
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Decatur, GA
8 Yrs Experience
Licensed in GA AL, PA
Emory University School of Law

Senior Corporate Attorney with extensive experience across diverse law firms, specializing in M&A transactions, commercial contracts, and corporate governance. Proven ability in risk mitigation and forming strategic partnerships, leveraging strong analytical skills to achieve successful outcomes. Recognized for high productivity and efficient task management. Expertise in critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication that enhances navigation of complex legal issues for clients.

Odini G. - Real Estate Lawyer in Athens, Georgia
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August 7, 2024

Odini G.

Attorney
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Aspen
19 Yrs Experience
Licensed in GA CO, NY
Emory University School of Law

I am an accomplished attorney with more than 19 years of experience and extensive expertise in business negotiations, commercial contracts, and technology transactions. With a proven track record of providing strategic legal advice and delivering exceptional results, I have successfully assisted numerous clients in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various business arrangements. My experience encompasses a wide range of areas, including intellectual property, data privacy and security, SaaS agreements, and software licenses. I co-founded a reputable general corporate law firm with three offices in Aspen, Atlanta, and New York. As a partner and attorney, I represented diverse clients, including start-ups, public corporations, investors, financial institutions, educational institutions, and non-profit entities. With a focus on delivering comprehensive legal solutions, I provided general counsel, expert dispute resolution, efficient litigation management, and skillful contract drafting and negotiations for businesses across industries.

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Allen L. - Real Estate Lawyer in Athens, Georgia
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October 23, 2025

Allen L.

CEO, Attorney, Certified Master Financial Coach
Georgia
27 Yrs Experience
Licensed in GA
Georgia

Protect what matters most — with clarity, care, and flat-rate planning. Protecting your family and your future shouldn’t feel confusing or overwhelming. My practice is built on the idea that strong legal planning can be simple, strategic, and empowering. I work with clients who want peace of mind — not just paperwork — through estate plans that truly fit their goals, families, and businesses. I focus on estate planning, asset protection, and business succession, helping individuals and entrepreneurs organize their assets, reduce risk, and prepare for every stage of life. Whether you’re setting up your first living trust, shielding your business from liability, or updating an existing estate plan, you’ll receive clear guidance, fixed-fee pricing, and responsive support from start to finish. Each plan I design is tailored to your real-world priorities: preserving wealth, avoiding unnecessary taxes and probate, and ensuring the people you love are protected when it matters most. My goal is simple — to make sure everything you’ve built stays safe, secure, and exactly where you intend it to go. Other services: --Simple wills and powers of attorney --Living trusts for small estates --Buy-sell agreements for family businesses --Service Agreements (consulting, marketing, software, design, etc.) --Independent Contractor Agreements --Employment contracts and offer letters --Non-compete, non-solicitation, or confidentiality agreements --Employee handbooks or HR policy updates --Termination or severance agreements --NDAs (Non-Disclosure Agreements) --Partnership or Joint Venture Agreements --Sales or Vendor Contracts --Licensing or IP Agreements --LLC or S-Corp formation filings --Operating Agreements / Shareholder Agreements --Founder or Investor Agreements --Bylaws and Minutes templates --Registered agent setup guidance --Commercial lease drafting or review --Residential lease review --Purchase & sale agreements --Short-term rental (Airbnb) contracts --Property management agreements

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"Fantastic lawyer! Would use again. Demonstrated expert guidance for my state's laws on service contracts and specifically tailored his guidance toward the specific context of my business. Communicated quickly and turned the work around very fast. I feel confident in the protection and enforceability of my contract now!"

Julie H. - Real Estate Lawyer in Athens, Georgia
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September 15, 2024

Julie H.

Employment Attorney
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Atlanta GA
7 Yrs Experience
Licensed in GA
University of Oklahoma College of Law

I am an employment attorney with almost 6 years of practice. I have defended and advised small and large companies on various employment issues. I have also helped companies in over 10 different states. I also have expertise helping with general business contracts and disputes.

April W. - Real Estate Lawyer in Athens, Georgia
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February 26, 2025

April W.

Real Estate Attorney
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Atlanta, Georgia
20 Yrs Experience
Licensed in GA
University of Georgia School of Law

I close residential and commercial real estate transactions. Myself and my paralegal work hard to ensure that every closing is properly executed. I can write title insurance policies with two companies First American and AmTrust. We are a small title company, but we are capable and efficient. I love what I do and I would love to provide closing services for you as well. I am also a licensed real estate agent. I do not actively practice real estate in the sales agent capacity because of my real estate closing practice. I remain current with policies, procedures, issues and trends. I am available to help anyone buy or sell a home or refer them to someone who will do an excellent job.

Jason L. - Real Estate Lawyer in Athens, Georgia
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May 16, 2025

Jason L.

Principal Attorney
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Blue Ridge, Georgia
25 Yrs Experience
Licensed in GA
University of Georgia

Experienced leader and commercial transactions attorney with extensive domestic and international transactional practice experience in the areas of commercial contract drafting, review and negotiation; real estate law; transportation and logistics law; merchandising/retail/e-commerce law; regulatory compliance law; education law; employment law; aviation law; corporate law; intellectual property law; dispute resolution; policy creation and implementation; and risk management. Licensed in Georgia.

Zachary J. - Real Estate Lawyer in Athens, Georgia
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May 19, 2025

Zachary J.

Employment and Commercial Lawyer
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Atlanta, GA
4 Yrs Experience
Licensed in GA
University of Arizona

Zachary Jarvis is a skilled employment and commercial lawyer with extensive experience advising businesses and individuals on workplace law, contracts, compliance, and dispute resolution. Known for delivering practical, strategic legal solutions, Zachary helps clients navigate complex regulatory environments and mitigate legal risk in both employment and commercial matters. With a strong focus on client service and results, Zachary combines legal acumen with a deep understanding of business needs.

Brad A. - Real Estate Lawyer in Athens, Georgia
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October 14, 2025

Brad A.

Attorney
Free Consultation
Fairhope, Alabama
27 Yrs Experience
Licensed in GA AL, FL
University of Florida

Brad Adams is the founder of Adams Outside GC, PLLC, a legal consulting firm providing fractional General Counsel services to businesses across Florida, Alabama, and Georgia. With more than 25 years of legal experience, Brad offers practical, business-minded legal support to help companies navigate complex legal issues, minimize risk, and focus on growth. Brad’s practice spans both business law and employment law, with a focus on delivering real-world solutions tailored to each client’s needs. He regularly advises companies on legal compliance, drafts and negotiates contracts, supports clients with collections and dispute resolution, and helps businesses manage day-to-day legal and HR matters. His employment law experience includes drafting policies and agreements, conducting internal investigations, delivering compliance training, guiding employers through regulatory challenges and responding to administrative complaints. Brad has represented employers of all sizes—ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies—in a wide variety of industries, including construction, manufacturing, retail, healthcare, hospitality, solar energy, and technology. In addition to this broad experience, Brad has developed significant expertise in worker classification issues, particularly in the gig economy. He has worked with businesses using independent contractor models to help them navigate the legal and operational complexities unique to non-traditional workforces. Brad’s guidance helps clients reduce misclassification risk and design more sustainable, compliant contractor arrangements that support operational flexibility. His published work on this topic has appeared in Bloomberg Law’s Daily Labor Report, and he is a valuable resource for companies working within this rapidly evolving space. Prior to founding Adams Outside GC, Brad served as General Counsel for Meraki Installers LLC, where he managed the company’s legal, compliance, and HR functions. He previously practiced at top national and regional law firms, including Littler Mendelson, P.C., where he spent over a decade focusing exclusively on employment law as both an associate and shareholder. Earlier in his career, he worked in the Atlanta office of Powell Goldstein LLP (now Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner) and the Mobile, Alabama office of McDowell Knight Roedder & Sledge, LLC. Prior to joining Meraki, Brad worked in the Pensacola, Florida office of Emmanuel, Sheppard & Condon. Brad is licensed in Florida, Alabama, and Georgia, and is a Board-Certified Specialist in Labor and Employment Law through the Florida Bar. He earned his J.D. with honors from the University of Florida Levin College of Law, where he was recognized for excellence in legal writing. He also holds a B.A. with honors and distinction from the University of the South (Sewanee). Brad is a speaker and published author on employment law topics and compliance strategy, contributing to Bloomberg Law, LexisNexis, and regional HR and legal conferences. For additional information, please visit adamsoutsidegc.com

Paisley K. P. - Real Estate Lawyer in Athens, Georgia
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October 27, 2025

Paisley K. P.

Attorney
Free Consultation
Savannah, Georgia
5 Yrs Experience
Licensed in GA NY
New York Law School

Hi! I'm Paisley and I'm an attorney licensed in Georgia & New York with experience in intellectual property and contractual matters. I began my career at a large international firm in New York, where I advised on IP and data privacy matters in mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions. I then worked at a small firm in Georgia, where I gained experience in corporate and commercial real estate matters. Today I enjoy counseling individuals and businesses looking for assistance with issues and agreements related to intellectual property, contracts, leases, internal IP protection and development, service providers, and IP strategy. I'm a proud graduate of New York Law School and Boston University's Advertising program. You can learn more about me at PaisleyPiasecki.com.

Darshun K. - Real Estate Lawyer in Athens, Georgia
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April 28, 2026

Darshun K.

Business Attorney
Free Consultation
Lithonia, Georgia
19 Yrs Experience
Licensed in GA
University of Georgia School of Law

I am a triple-threat legal and financial strategist with 15+ years of experience navigating complex capital raises, M&A transactions, and regulatory compliance. As the Founder of Kairos Capital Legal Advisors and a Series 65 licensed Investment Adviser Representative, I bridge the gap between sophisticated legal drafting and actionable business guidance. My practice focuses on: - Capital Markets: Drafting and filing complex legal/financial documents for multimillion-dollar capital raises. - M&A Advisory: Guiding mid-market companies through all phases of sell-side mergers and acquisitions. - Strategic Counsel: Providing due diligence and deal structure analysis for private equity and venture capital clients. - Dispute Resolution: Serving as a non-public FINRA arbitrator to resolve high-stakes issuing and investor disputes. Beyond the firm, I serve as a Member of the Georgia House of Representatives (2011–present) and am a published author on private markets. I specialize in translating intricate legal hurdles into high-impact business outcomes.

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Real Estate Contract

Georgia

Asked on Mar 18, 2022

WHAT ARE YOUR FEES TO PERFORM QUIT CLAIM DEED COMPLETE BUTTS COUNTY GEORGIA 30233

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Meghan T.

Answered Mar 29, 2022

Hi. The cost for my practice to prepare a Quit Claim Deed is $99. The Cost for me to handle the closing is $250 plus recording fees. These costs apply for any county within the state of Georgia. Let me know if you have any more questions. Meghan K Thomas

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Quitclaim Deed

Georgia

Asked on Sep 30, 2023

What is a quitclaim deed?

I recently inherited a property from a family member and I was told it was transferred to me through a quitclaim deed. I am not familiar with this type of deed and would like to know more about it, including what rights and responsibilities I have as the recipient of this deed. I have also heard that quitclaim deeds can be used to transfer property from one person to another, so I would like to know more about what this process entails.

Bobby H.

Answered Oct 20, 2023

in theory, any writing in which an owner intends to transfer propery that is adquatedly described and delivered to the transferee may function as a deed. However, in practice, you will find there are generally three broad categories of deeds mostly used to convey property in Georgia, depending on certain warranties, or the lack thereof, contained therein. These categorizes include warranty deeds, limited warranty deeds, and quitclaim deeds. In a warranty or general warranty deed, the grantor generally warrants title, and promises to defend the grantee against third party title claims that either arose, or which are based on events occuring at anytime during the grantor's ownership of property OR the ownership of any of the grantor's predecessors in title. In a limited warranty deed, a grantor generally warrants and promises to defend the grantee against title claims which arose, or which are based on events occuring during the grantor's ownership only. A quitclaim deed generally contains no warranties. Therefore, the grantee or transferee of a quitclaim deed has little to no recourse against the grantor if there is an issue with the title to the property based on the deed alone. Quitclaim deeds are often used when there is little or no money being exchanged for the property such as when there is a transfer of family property, between family members or where property is gifted.

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Real Estate Option Agreement

Georgia

Asked on Feb 26, 2025

Can a Real Estate Option Agreement be terminated if the seller sells the property to a third party before the option period expires?

Can a Real Estate Option Agreement be terminated if the seller sells the property to a third party before the option period expires? I entered into a Real Estate Option Agreement with a seller, giving me the option to purchase their property within a specified time frame. However, before the option period expired, the seller sold the property to a third party. I am now unsure of my rights and whether I can enforce the option agreement or seek any remedies for the seller's breach of contract.

Jerome L.

Answered Apr 8, 2025

Hi there, If you had a valid and enforceable Real Estate Option Agreement, the seller likely breached that agreement by selling the property to a third party before the option period expired. Here’s what you should know: Your Rights Under an Option Agreement: An Option Agreement is Legally Binding: Once you pay consideration for an option to purchase property within a specified time frame, the seller is legally obligated to keep that offer open. They cannot sell the property to someone else during that time without breaching the agreement. The Sale Does Not Automatically Terminate the Option: The seller's transfer to a third party does not cancel your rights under the option agreement. In fact, the third party may have taken the property subject to your option, especially if the agreement was recorded or the buyer had notice. You May Be Entitled to Legal Remedies: Your options may include: Specific Performance: Forcing the sale of the property to you if it is still possible. Monetary Damages: If specific performance is not available, you could pursue damages for breach of contract. Equitable Remedies: Depending on the circumstances, there may be claims for fraud, bad faith, or interference with contractual relations if the third party knew about your option. Recording the Option Agreement Strengthens Your Claim: If your option was recorded in the public land records, it puts all third parties on notice of your rights. Even if it wasn’t, the seller and potentially the third party may still be liable based on what they knew. I recommend speaking with an attorney as soon as possible to review your agreement, assess the timeline, and determine the best course of action based on your state’s laws. If you are in Georgia or need guidance on how to proceed, I would be glad to help. Best regards, Jerome Lucas Newell, Esq. Real Estate & Contracts Attorney

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Agreement To Rent Or Lease

Georgia

Asked on Dec 1, 2023

what is the best method when it comes to contracts if you plan to do property listing for travelers is there a vast difference between a regular rental contract?

Currently looking into overseeing my parent's rental property and want to make sure we're doing the right process in terms of contracts when it comes to renting out a property whether it is a long-term or short-term.

Darryl S.

Answered Dec 11, 2023

Not a VAST difference, but not the same either. You should have a lawyer create an AirBNB or short term rental type agreement and you should not use a standard lease agreement. As examples, the short term agreement might cover check in and out policies, prohibit big parties, etc. and more.

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Agreement To Lease

Georgia

Asked on Feb 2, 2022

When it comes to subleasing an apartment or rental, do I need specific written permission from the owner, or as long as the lease agreement doesnt forbit it, am I okay to proceed?

I am in the process of potentially leasing a home in Savannah, GA for a period of 8 months. My goal is to sublease this home as an Airbnb and make a profit. The leasing agreement has no language forbidding subleasing the property, but it also doesnt have express written permission either. I'm just wondering if that means I can proceed with my plan.

Meghan T.

Answered Feb 4, 2022

This is a topic I get asked about very frequently. In Georgia, the right to sublet residential property is based on the express (written) and implied (inferred) language of the lease. Generally, if subleasing is not mentioned, then there is no restriction on subletting. In any event, you may want to at least have a discussion with your Landlord concerning what you plan to do. This can avoid lots of headaches for you and your guests later down the line. If you are interested in more information concerning other legal considerations for BnBs and short term rentals, check out my blog article: https://www.treclaw.com/post/legaladvice4bnb

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