Walton County Lawyers

Over thirty years of experience in nearly all facets of construction and business law. Areas of expertise include dispute resolution, business organization, consulting and management, real estate syndication and development, construction management and telecommunications.

Other Experience:
• Pilot in USAF. Aircraft Commander KC-135 air refueling tanker. Over 100 missions in Viet Nam.
• Adjunct Professor - Emory Law School, Atlanta, Georgia, in the area of construction law.
• Lecturer – Graduate Construction Management Program, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, Georgia, in the area of construction law.
• Lecturer - Graduate Construction Management Program, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado, in the area of construction law.
• Lecturer for Federal Publications in...

Jon Schwartz has environmental litigation experience in state and federal courts. He has represented clients on matters involving the Clean Water Act, storm water runoff, protection of wildlife and habitat, land use, historic preservation, and injuries caused by exposure to toxic substances. Jon was selected to the Georgia Super Lawyers list and Atlanta Magazine recognized him as a “rising star” in environmental litigation.

28 years experience in full range of civil litigation; 70% Plaintiff and 30% defense. Originally PI, consumer law, divorce and real estae law; Currently representing business and partnership owners and real estate investors. Handling full range of real estate matters including title disputes, partnership dissolutions, negotiations, land trusts, construction issues and litigation and legal malpractice as well as general business law and PI cases.

Charles R. Beans is a partner in the Atlanta office of Goodman McGuffey Lindsey & Johnson, LLP who defends corporations in general, product liability, toxic tort and appellate litigation. He also speaks on, and has published in these areas. Charles has been named to "Georgia Super Lawyers" by Atlanta Magazine(2004-present). Charles became a member of the State Bar of Georgia in 1988. He is also a member of the American Bar Association (has co-chaired: Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices, Warnings, and Membership Subcommittees), the Defense Research Institute, the Georgia Defense Lawyers Association, ...

Mr. Herman has spent 30 years representing clients in high stakes litigation involving intellectual property, securities, class actions, antitrust and high tech disputes. He has litigation in federal and state courts across the United States and achieved significant success for his clients. He is regularly appointed as lead counsel in a variety of class action cases. See www.hermanjones.com for more information.

Chris has over 20 years of experience in the computer industry and holds a BS Computer Science from Rhodes University. Chris additionally holds a JD degree from Concord Law School and is admitted to the California Bar. Chris has held Director positions at publicly listed software companies and is also the founder of a consulting company. Chris has intimate experience with immigration matters. Most importantly, Chris is himself an immigrant and understands first-hand the range of emotions applicants go through on their path to making the United States home. Residing in Atlanta, GA, Chris serves clients in both Atlanta and...

Chaunte J. Tate, Esq. is a business, contract, and trademark attorney in the metro Atlanta area who is dedicated to the growth and development of small businesses. Her practice is centered around trademark registration, contract drafting and review, and business entity formation for entrepreneurs, entertainers, and creatives. Chaunte serves clients nationwide. She received her Doctor of Law from Emory University School of Law and graduated summa cum laude from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.

I'm a fighter for everyday employees in their pursue of justice.

We understand that making the decision to contact an attorney can be a difficult one. We know that clients want their attorney to be available, diligent, caring, knowledgeable, and work hard to resolve to resolve their matter successfully no matter what it may be. We know clients want their attorney to provide honest and open assessments of their matters and cases. We know clients are concerned about fees and costs. Each case and each client is important to us. It has always been our objective to do our best and to be as efficient as possible.

The Law Office of Mahdi Abdur-Rahman is an Atlanta-based law firm dedicated to representing personal injury victims, parties to family law disputes and matters, and entrepreneurs and small business owners. We represent clients from all walks of life, and focus on providing excellent legal counsel and personal attention. As no two cases are alike, you can expect to receive intelligent, tailored, strategic, professional, strong and effective counsel to protect your interests. We welcome the opportunity to help you with your case no matter how complex or straightforward you believe it might be. Mr. Abdur-Rahman is a graduate of the University...

Attorney Serge Jerome is a licensed Georgia Trial Attorney. He focuses his practice on Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy and Personal Injury at the Jerome Law Firm PA in Atlanta, Georgia. He only cares about doing what's right for the people he represents. Jerome is a member of the Atlanta Bar Association, Gate City Bar Association, Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (GACDL), The Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys (GABWA) and the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association. Attorney Jerome obtained his Law Degree (Juris Doctorate) from Florida A&M University where he was a member of the FAMU Law Trial Team competing in...

Named Atlanta Mediation Lawyer of the Year for 2022 and Atlanta Arbitration Lawyer of the Year for 2018 by Best Lawyers in America. Practice focused on Arbitration and Mediation as the neutral. More than 4000 cases resolved over the last 30 years.

National Partner and President of The Cochran Firm, founded by the legendary Johnnie L. Cochran, Jr. The Cochran Firm is one of the nation’s largest personal injury and consumer law firms with some of the most aggressive, tireless and effective personal injury attorneys. Tried over 100 cases to verdict with verdicts and settlements on behalf of injury victims and consumers in excess of $1Billion. Authored and lectured on medical professional liability issues, complex litigation matters, including class action and mass tort litigation. Served as a mediator in hundreds of litigated matters. Professional recognitions include: +"Top 100 Lawyers" in the state of...