Tift County Lawyers

Steve McConnell of McConnell Law LLC has over twenty-five (25) years of litigation experience. His primary focus of practice is in the area of personal injury and wrongful death, products and premises liability, and general tort litigation. He is admitted to practice in all Georgia State and Superior Courts, and is a retired Colonel, U.S. Marine Corps, Reserve.

Office- (404) 220-9998; Email- Steve@McConnellLaw.com

Admitted / Affiliations and Memberships
State Bar of Georgia
State Bar of Connecticut
State Bar of Pennsylvania (inactive)
Supreme Court of the State of Georgia
Court of Appeals of the State of Georgia
Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces
United States District Court for the...

I have been a workers compensation law attorney in the Atlanta area since 1988. After graduating from Georgia State University Law School, I worked as an associate for a downtown Atlanta insurance defense firm. There I learned how insurance companies defend workers comp. claims and I was able to observe dozens of claimants' lawyers - both good and bad. In 1993, I left the insurance defense firm and opened my own practice representing injured claimants exclusively. I learned a long time ago that timing is everything in a workers compensation case, which is why I spend a great deal of...

Kim is a native Atlantan who grew up in a family of attorneys. She knew at a young age that she had a passion for the law and wanted to be an attorney.

Kim attended the Walter F. George School of Law at Mercer University, graduating at the top of her class. Shortly after graduating, Kim joined one of Atlanta’s top insurance defense law firms where she worked with large national insurance companies in the defense of trucking companies, tractor trailer operators, companies owning and operating commercial vehicles, commercial and residential builders, shopping malls, theme parks, country clubs, security contractors, nursing...

Mr. Hughes graduated from the University of Georgia law school and been licensed as a lawyer since 2007. Since that time, he has offered legal advise and consulting on a variety of topics from business law to personal injury. He now focuses primarially on the areas of personal injury and workers' compensation law. He has tried cases in front of the State Board of Workers' Compensation and their appellate division.

Welcome. At Riley Law Firm, I work with clients in the areas of wills, trusts, estate planning, real estate closings, and general business matters. With offices in Buford (Hamilton Mill) and Johns Creek, I offer my experience and dedication to build lasting client relationships in order to better serve my clients and help them make informed legal and financial decisions.

I am an Atlanta attorney who helps individuals and businesses file bankruptcy to overcome unmanageable debt. I specialize in businesses Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 cases.

Associate Attorney Diamond Alexander received her undergraduate education from The University of Mississippi in 2017 where she double-majored in Criminal Justice & History. She then took a one year sabbatical to get married, travel, move to Atlanta, and apply to law school. Following that, she attended Emory University School of Law where she was also a family law teaching assistant from 2019 to 2021. She graduated law school in 2021 and became a member of the Georgia Bar in 2022. During her educational career, Diamond received a number of recognitions and was involved in several impressive groups including: • Horatio Alger National...

A native of Thomasville, Georgia, Jesse grew up watching his father and grandfather run a small business on the family farm. Jesse learned at a young age that exceptional quality and a friendly, "service first" approach are the keys to making clients happy; that's why client satisfaction is always the top priority at The Law Office of Jesse Adams.

Jesse earned his law degree from Florida State University in 2010. While in law school, he served in student government, worked in the Florida House of Representatives, interned with the Innocence Project of Florida, clerked for a prominent Tampa attorney, and studied...

David R. Cook is an attorney with the Atlanta-based law firm Autry, Hall & Cook, LLP. His practice focuses on four main areas: construction, utilities, cooperatives, and business law. By specializing in these four distinct areas of law, David has developed the expertise his clients expect from an attorney abreast of their industries.

As the founder of The Sylvan Firm, LLC, Atlanta criminal attorney Coleman Sylvan represents people who are accused of criminal offenses. He has been practicing as an attorney for ten years, and been licensed to practice in multiple jurisdictions. Before the establishment of his current solo practice, Attorney Sylvan spent time as a prosecutor and partner at another firm. Mr. Sylvan received his undergraduate degree from Furman University and his Juris Doctor from the Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law. Contact his firm for a no-cost case evaluation.

Jay received his law degree in 1988 from Mercer University in Macon, Georgia. After practicing as a trial attorney with both private firms and a major insurer’s staff counsel program for 13 years, he became Managing Trial Attorney to establish a commercial carrier’s Atlanta staff counsel office. In 2003, Jay decided to apply his skills and experience as an insurance defense attorney in the representation of individuals suffering from personal injuries. Jay has tried more than 145 personal injury cases to verdict before Georgia juries as both a plaintiff's and defendant's attorney, and also has tried several hundred bench...

Jeff’s practice is limited to serious personal injury cases of all types. For over a decade before co-founding Shiver Hamilton, Jeff trained under some of the state’s best trial attorneys. From the moment he decided to become a lawyer, Jeff knew he wanted to become a personal injury specialist and carefully tailored his education and professional experience to learn how to effectively represent plaintiffs.

Ron is a native of Atlanta and graduated from Emory University and Emory University School of Law. He has practiced for over 30 years in all areas of personal injury including workers' compensation, premises liability, and medical negligence. Ron is one of only handful of attorneys who represent physicians and other professionals to recover Long Term Disability Benefits from Insurance Carriers including Provident, Paul Revere, AIG, MetLife, Liberty Mutual, The Standard Plan, Jefferson Pilot and others. Ron has been lead counsel in trials and appeared in the Georgia Supreme Court, Georgia Court of Appeals, United States Court of Appeals for...

Mia Ilene-Beth Frieder is the author of two books which have been the subject of accredited seminars in Georgia and throughout the southeast including Alabama and Tennessee. Mia has been a featured speaker at Bridge the Gap, a required seminar for all new members of the Georgia Bar for over a decade, and spoken at the national level at the annual convention for the American Association for Justice on the topic of Failure to Diagnose Breast Cancer. In addition to her books, Mia has authored numerous articles which have been published nationally.

Michael is an award winning attorney with a broad set of skills to assist clients in need of aggressive and effective representation. With an expert level of computer knowledge, he often obtains the strong digital evidence necessary to pressure large insurance companies to meet his demands. When necessary, he will present his case to the jury in order to obtain the maximum award possible for his clients.

Prior to founding The Gumprecht Law Firm, Michael first represented a broad spectrum of clients at a small general practice firm outside Atlanta. From small conflicts to emergency court hearings, Michael fought for the...

Jeff Bekiares is an attorney with over ten years of experience in general corporate, capital raising and securities laws practice. He began his career at a great Atlanta law firm, practicing there for over six years before leaving large firm life to become the Co-founder, COO and General Counsel of SparkMarket, a Georgia based crowdfunding platform. He has worked with clients at a variety of stages: from start-ups, to emerging growth to exchange listed public companies. He specializes in entity formation, governance, operating and shareholders agreement, commercial contract drafting, mergers & acquisitions, capital raising and all manner of transactional...

Attorney Ryan A. Rucker is an Atlanta native. He graduated from Georgia State University’s College of Law and earned his Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Clark Atlanta University, where he studied on a full academic scholarship. Focused on litigation and advocacy, Ryan began his legal career during law school as an intern prosecutor with the Fulton County Solicitor’s Office. There he conducted numerous hearings and discovered his intense love for the courtroom. Upon graduating, Ryan was immediately offered a position with the Fulton County Solicitor’s Office, where he worked tirelessly with a passion for justice, successfully litigating countless cases while obtaining...

Attorney Emanuel Dressie is a long-time resident of Atlanta, GA and is passionate about helping his fellow Georgians, which is why he decided to attend law school after a successful career in accounting and finance. While attending Georgia State University College of Law, Emanuel clerked for the Honorable Judge Kimberly M. Esmond Adams of the Superior Court of Fulton County and interned at the DeKalb County Public Defender’s Office and with the Georgia Justice Project. He graduated law school with distinction for his dedication to community service. Since graduating law school, Emanuel has quickly become known as one of the most...

Jeremy Akin is a Litigation Associate at Johnson Marlowe, LLP in Athens, Georgia. He represents clients in construction, zoning, and land use matters related to development projects.

Jeremy graduated cum laude from the University of Georgia School of Law, where he founded the school’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Society. During law school, he served as Conference Editor for the Georgia Journal of International & Comparative Law, a Student Ambassador of the Rusk International Law Center, and externes with the Athens-Clarke County Superior Court and Public Defender’s Office, as well as the Georgia River Basin Center. Jeremy is recipient of the Atlanta Bar...

Former Assistant Solicitor General in both DeKalb and Gwinnett county. Conducted hundreds of bench and jury trials. Traffic tickets, Family Violence Battery and Assault, DUIs, Driving While Licensed Suspended, Driving Without a License, CDL drivers, Reckless Driving, Racing, Under 21 drivers, and more. Call me for a free consultation. Let me put my knowledge to work for you!

Practice Areas: Criminal Law, Trial Practice, Appellate Practice and Civil Litigation. Admitted: 2002, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia; 1998, Georgia; 1995, Pennsylvania Law School: Cornell University Law School, J.D., 1995 Graduate School: New York University, M.A., Philosophy, 1993 Undergrad: Pace University, B.A., Psychology, B.B.A., Marketing, 1989 Member: State Bar of Georgia; Pennsylvania Bar Association; Gwinnett County Bar Association; Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Biography: Regional Representative, Black Law Students Association, 1993-1995. Former Member: Philadephia, Pennsylvania District Attorney's Office, 1995-1998; Fulton County District Attorney's Office, 1998-2000. Graduated Commandant's List from Field Artillery Basic Course, 1992. Military: Second Lieutenant, New Jersey Army National Guard,...

Markeith Wilson completed his law studies at Georgia State University. Prior to law school, Attorney Wilson served our country as an officer in the United States Air Force. He primarily focuses his cases on criminal law, juvenile law (including DUI/traffic cases) and family law (from divorce to child support/custody). As a passionate advocate, he constantly stays up-to-date on the latest in legal strategies and cutting-edge solutions for his clients. Attorney Wilson is also dedicated to his family, church, fraternity, and community. He regularly advocates for veterans, children, the indigent, and those less fortunate in our society.

Whether resolving a partnership dispute for a small business, forming a technology startup, or recovering damages for harm suffered from the actions of others, Barton Black Law strives to resolve your issues in a timely manner and with the least financial burden to you. Barton Black, the founder of Barton Black Law, is a trusted attorney whose technical and business background compliment his legal work by allowing him to recognize and understand complex legal issues in the business world. Barton's business acumen allows him to adeptly represent both businesses and individuals in a wide array of disputes and other legal...

The firm of George R. Belche, Attorney at Law, located in Lawrenceville, Georgia, focuses on helping people resolve their financial problems through bankruptcy. We want you to know that if you are feeling the burden and fear associated with significant debt, there is hope. For a free initial consultation to discuss your specific situation, contact us.

Attorney Elena Quinde is a founding partner of Chambers, Hill & Quinde. After practicing family law and criminal defense in Gwinnett County for several years, she recognized a need in the area for a boutique law firm which ultimately culminated in the birth of Chambers, Hill & Quinde. Attorney Quinde has experience prosecuting and defending a variety of crimes. She also brings to the table her invaluable experience of having handled many family law cases. In her time away from the office and courtroom, Attorney Quinde is the mother to a precocious little girl. ...

Asheesh Kumar Sharma is the founder and principal immigration lawyer at Sharma Law Offices, LLC a distinguished law firm committed to providing exceptional business & family immigration services to clients worldwide. Asheesh's passion for immigration law, coupled with his extensive knowledge and experience, has earned him a reputation as a trusted and compassionate advocate for his clients. Asheesh has been helping immigrant for more than two decades. Asheesh earned three law degrees from renowned institutions and has since dedicated his career to navigating the complexities of the US immigration system. Over the years, he has represented a diverse clientele, including multinational...

With several years of experience in personal injury and civil litigation, Christopher “Christy” Lambden is known for successfully representing accident victims. He brings tenacity, diligence, and a keen strategic approach to his role as an attorney. Christy is proud to have earned the trust of many Atlanta citizens who found their lives shattered due to someone else’s negligence. His legal acumen and genuine concern for his clients’ well-being and community involvement make him a dependable and reputable advocate for clients’ rights. As a lawyer, Christy takes great satisfaction in “the joy and peace of mind that can be brought to a...

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At The Ballard Law Group we offer affordable bankruptcy options for those in need and when bankruptcy is not the best solution we offer non-bankruptcy options such as debt settlements and mortgage loan modification.

We are a consumer firm and we never represent the creditor; therefore, your interest is always our priority.

Consultations are always free with flexible payment plans for every budget extending up 12 months.

I sincerely enjoy helping people get a fresh start.

I have spent over 30 years working to help those who have been injured through no fault of their own. I am experienced in personal injury cases, including wrongful death and trucking accidents. I do what I love and love what I do.

Mr. Jeremy C. Penland is a life-long resident of north Georgia, growing up in Walker and Catoosa counties. After graduating Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe High School, Mr. Penland enlisted in the United States Marine Corps where he spent four years on active duty service. After being honorably discharged, Mr. Penland attended college in southern California, and received a bachelor’s degree in Economics.
Mr. Penland worked in the banking and finance industry for several years until the complication of the financial markets, at which time he elected to pursue his desire to practice law.
Mr. Penland attended Liberty University School of Law on full scholarship...

Attorney Scott Williamson of The Williamson Law Firm is dedicated to helping victims of negligence obtain fair compensation for their injuries or a loved one's wrongful death. Scott runs a small yet efficient and highly successful personal injury practice focusing on convenience to clients throughout the legal process. The size and modern "virtual" nature of the firm allows for unique personal service to our clients. Scott's extensive prior experience as an insurance defense lawyer and trial experience provide a breadth of knowledge and insight into fighting the insurance companies effectively. Located in Alpharetta and Dunwoody, The Williamson Law Firm specializes...

NANCY J. MARTIN ESQ. was born in Syracuse, New York. She earned a BA in Education with emphasis on English as a Second Language at the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana (The Javeriana University), She moved to Georgia four (4) decades ago. Since that time, she has dedicated herself to the assistance of others. As a former paralegal, she provided legal assistance through Georgia Legal Services Migrant Farmworkers Division in Tifton, Georgia where she was trained in Administrative and Immigration Law. While in their employ, she was elected the National Co-Chairperson of WIC, the Special Supplemental...