Manchester Business Lawyers

LL.B (Nig) 1990 B.L 1991 J.D. (Georgia) 2000

I'm a North Carolina native and graduated from Duke University. I then attended both the University of Georgia Terry College of Business and School of Law and graduated with a joint Master of Business Administration in Finance and law degree, Juris Doctor Magna Cum Laude. I'm licensed to practice in both Georgia and North Carolina.

I provide general business representation to a variety of clients with emphasis in commercial real estate, business organizations and commercial transactions. My clients have included business owners, software development and licensing companies, automobile dealerships, franchisees, professional service providers, insurance agents and brokers, financial advisors, commercial...

Attorney Zhaoen (Melody) Xie brings a wealth of diverse legal experience, serving clients from various cultural backgrounds with professionalism and empathy. Born and raised in Guangzhou, China, Melody’s journey as a first-generation immigrant to the United States has shaped her unique ability to navigate complex legal challenges from a multicultural perspective. Having lived in the U.S. for eight years, Melody has developed a deep understanding of American culture and legal systems, allowing her to provide strategic and culturally sensitive representation. As an experienced attorney in Georgia, Melody is fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, enabling seamless communication with clients from different...

At Hillman J. Toombs and Associates, Inc., we are committed to providing exceptional legal services and personalized attention to every client. With decades of experience, our dedicated attorney specializes in a broad range of legal areas, ensuring comprehensive support for your unique needs. Whether you're facing a personal injury claim, navigating the complexities of divorce and family law, or defending criminal charges, we are here to help. Our practice areas also include civil rights litigation, business law, probate matters, and more. We aim to deliver justice, protect your rights, and secure the best outcomes for your case. Contact us today to schedule...

I am an attorney with twenty-five years of experience in the criminal justice system. I hold degrees in Economics and Political Science from Stanford University and a law degree from Emory University Law School. My career has included roles such as Staff Attorney for the Georgia Supreme Court, where I reviewed habeas corpus petitions, and Senior Assistant District Attorney in the major case division of the Fulton County District Attorney's Office. Additionally, I have served as a Municipal Court Judge. I am also the author of two books on the Criminal Justice System. In Georgia, certain violent crimes may lead to...

Some businesses hire lawyers when things go wrong. Antoine Gary built The Gary Law Firm so they wouldn't have to. As the founder of The Gary Law Firm, Antoine leads a new kind of legal practice — one designed for ambitious businesses that do not yet have in-house counsel but need one in every sense. Since 2019, Antoine has worked with companies across Georgia to quietly eliminate legal threats before they surface, structure deals that go the distance, and create order where chaos once loomed. His work spans employment, data privacy, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and intellectual property—all filtered through a practical,...

Catherine Bowman has practiced Employment Law in Savannah Georgia for over Thirty Years. She has a strong litigation background, but also believes in trying to resolve cases as efficiently as possible. Catherine is also an employment law mediator. She has been the President of the Savannah Bar Association, and has developed strong relationships with other lawyers, that aid in her practice of law. She has been awarded the title of Best Lawyer by Savannah Magazine, is highly reviewed by her peers and her clients, and the business community. Catherine Bowman puts her clients first, and...

Originally hailing from New Hampshire, Georgia transplant Ryan Schmidt is an Partner at Bowen Schmidt. A lawyer passionate about protecting the rights of creatives and business owners, Ryan’s entertainment law practice focuses on music law, online influencers, and contract disputes. Ryan, who toured extensively as a singer/songwriter prior to law school has been featured on the NBC’s “The Voice” and Apple iTunes’ “New Music Page” and was named “Critics’ Choice” at the Starbucks Music Makers Competition. As a professional musician, he experienced firsthand the cutthroat nature of the business and the restrictive contracts creatives are too often asked to sign....