Tybee Island Lawyers

U S Army Veteran, having served 4 years, first as a Military Police Officer (2Lt), then as Judge Advocate Trial Attorney (Captain). Graduated from Mercer University in Macon GA with an AB degree in 1968, from Mercer Law with a JD in 1970.

After honorable discharge from the military, returned to Savannah to practice law. From 1984-1993 was partner in the number one Plaintiffs' firm in Savannah. Since 1993 has been in private practice either solo or as Senior Partner, since 2012 as Phillips Carson & Phillips.

Served in the Georgia Legislature 1979-1984; Jaycee Man of the Year 1982; graduate of...

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...

I have been a practicing attorney for 25 years. Having been licensed to practice law in NJ, PA, Ohio and GA, I focus my law practice on Criminal Defense, which includes everything from traffic tickets to murder. I enjoy helping people who come to me in need of assistance at what, for many of them, is truly the worst possible time in their lives. I believe each and everyone of us is entitled to the best possible legal defense and it is my goal to provide that to all of my clients. It may be old-fashioned,...

David is a Partner of The Manely Firm, P.C. in Savannah, Georgia and has established himself as a thought leader in domestic and international family law. He has served as the adjunct professor of Family Law at Savannah Law School and was the adjunct professor of Domestic Relations at Savannah Law School from 2015 to 2019. David has presented at Continuing Legal Education seminars for the State Bar Mid-Year Meeting and for the Savannah Bar Association over the last couple of years on the issues of current trends in family law and access to justice. He recently presented at the...

Jess Lill is an attorney with The Manely Firm, P.C. in Savannah, Georgia. Jess attended law school at Mercer University School of Law. There, Jess became a member of the law review and mock trial teams, as well as working closely with faculty to write and publish various academic works. While in law school, Jess worked with various organizations and law firms to hone her legal research and advocacy skills. She was fortunate enough to start trying her first cases within her second year of law school, and hasn't left the courtroom since. Jess graduated law school and decided to...

Workers Compensation, Truck Accidents, and Personal Injury Attorneys with over 28 years experience. J. Michael Parsons is an Atlanta native committed to getting full and fair compensation for injured individuals and people who lose loved ones. He is the founding partner of Parsons & Associates, P.C., a Georgia law firm that upholds the rights of injured workers. Mr. Parsons is licensed to practice law in Georgia and Mississippi. After graduating law school, he spent eight years defending employers and insurance companies in workers’ compensation cases and liability claims. He saw firsthand how difficult big businesses and insurance companies make it for...

For 30 years, Attorney Richard Howe has built on his father's legacy as Managing Partner of Howe Law. As a litigator, Mr. Howe is regarded as one of the top injury lawyers in the state, and earned the esteemed “AV PREEMINENT” rating by the most prestigous legal guide in the country. AVVO® awarded a perfect 10.0 rating. This evaluates lawyers nationwide through a comprehensive evaluation of their background, experience and professional achievements. Awards: AV Preeminent” Rating The Martindale Hubbell Legal Directory 10.0 Rating AVVO Legal Directory, The Highest rating The Million Dollar Advocates Forum – Lifetime Member Recognized as “Legal Elite” by Georgia Trend...

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....

From bond hearings to jury trials, I provide aggressive legal representation. I am a criminal defense attorney based out of Savannah, Georgia fighting for the rights of good people, just like you, accused of criminal conduct in the Coastal Empire and beyond.

For years, I practiced as a prosecuting attorney in metro Atlanta and Savannah, Georgia. Now, I use that experience to benefit you by upholding your constitutional rights and zealously defending you at every stage of the criminal process. I used to build cases for the State of Georgia. Now, I tear them apart. That's exactly what I do for...

Charles Herman grew up in Sylvania, Ohio and joined the military after graduating from Sylvania Southview High School in 1993. After serving four (4) years he was honorably discharged in 1998. Mr. Herman then attended undergraduate college at Virginia Tech and graduated in 2002 with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Environmental Policy and Planning. In 2002 he moved back home to Toledo, Ohio and started law school at the University of Toledo, College of Law where he graduated from in 2005, graduating with a Certificate of Environmental Law. Immediately thereafter, he joined a classmate of his in Troy, Ohio...

David I. Schachter has been recognized as one of the premier divorce lawyers in Savannah, GA. Mr. Schachter manages the Savannah office of The Schachter Law Firm, LLC. He works extensively in all facets of Divorce Law and Family Law, representing clients in Savannah and throughout Southeast Georgia in a range of matters, including: divorce, dissolution, child custody, child support issues, international child custody disputes, alimony, marital settlement agreements, and various other domestic relations matters. Prior to founding The Schachter Law Firm, LLC, Mr. Schachter both built and managed the Savannah office of two other family law firms, prior to...

Kevin J. Kuhn is a business lawyer and litigator with offices in Savannah, Georgia and Chicago, Illinois. Mr. Kuhn strives to provide a full-service law firm for small and medium-sized businesses, including representation in court. Mr. Kuhn's services include, but are not limited to, business formation and licensing, contract negotiation and drafting, employment matters, risk management and insurance consultation and resolution of business disputes. Mr. Kuhn routinely represents clients in state and federal courts across the country in actions involving breach of contract, business fraud, shareholder disputes, regulatory matters, complex insurance coverage and bad faith, construction-related matters,...

Michael H. Smith grew up in Florence, South Carolina and graduated from Erskine College in 1993 with a BA in history. He then attended the University of Georgia School of Law, and graduated in 1996 with a law degree.

He spent the 1st year of his legal career in Augusta, Georgia and then, enticed by the thought of spending time at the beach, moved to Savannah in 1997. After practicing with different firms over the years, Mike founded Smith Barid, LLC with his partner, Richard Barid, in November 2006 to focus on estate planning, elder law and special needs planning....

At the law firm of Andrews & Sanders Law Offices in Savannah, Georgia, we can help. Our dedicated attorneys represent clients in a range of practice areas, including DUI and criminal defense, military law, personal injury law and family law. We will work with you to solve your legal problems or address your concerns. Contact us today. Many of our clients feel unlucky, unfortunate and misunderstood. We understand the stress that the legal system can cause. Our goal is to remove that stress by effectively and competently guiding you through the legal process and handling challenging issues on your behalf.

My focus is to ensure the outcome my clients have been searching for. I specialize in Chapter 13 and Chapter 7 and a fresh start, because we all deserve that. I have been practicing Bankruptcy Law since 1996. My staff and I are here to ensure 100% satisfaction.

Michael is the only all family law attorney to win unanimous decisions before both The Supreme Court of Georgia and The Supreme Court of Georgia. In addition, Michael has won before The Supreme Court of Costa Rica. He is admitted to practice in all Georgia courts and federal courts in the Northern and Middle District of Georgia, the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court. With over 25 years of experience, he has successfully represented thousands of family members in state, federal and international family law cases including divorce, custody, parental kidnapping, paternity, legitimation,...

Preserving. Protecting. People. The Law Office of Julia H. Sullivan, LLC is a boutique law firm focused on the estate and business planning needs of small businesses and individuals. Julia H. Sullivan is licensed to practice law in both California and Georgia. She relocated from Los Angeles to Savannah in 2009 after falling in love with Savannah's warmth, historic charm, and hospitality, as well as the beautiful scenery and outdoor lifestyle characteristic of living in coastal Georgia.

Courtney Lerch is a Georgia native, the founder of Schneider Lerch, LLC, and a reputable criminal defense attorney in Savannah. Ms. Lerch obtained her JD. From the Mississippi College School of Law. After graduating, she moved back to her home state so that she could start giving back to the community that had given her so much. Ms. Lerch has been well-recognized for her legal prowess. She is a graduate of the prestigious Bill Daniel Trial Advocacy Program, and has been nationally ranked a Top 10 Under 40 attorney by the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys. Ms. Lerch has focused...

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And the section below will only allow me to select "Family Law," but I do solely Adoption Law.

I have represented clients in Divorce cases involving minor children and those without minor children. I work to protect your exposure for those who have assets and income that want to preserve what they can. I have represented both Plaintiff's and Defendant's in change of custody cases. I have represented step parent adoption cases. I have represented DUI defense cases, various traffic cases and personal injury cases. I have represented Visa applicants and Deportation defense/ Family Immigration applications.

John E. Suthers is a lawyer’s lawyer. He is often associated by other lawyers and law firms in specialized legal matters. Over his 35 year career, he has handled successfully a wide variety of complex personal injury and wrongful death cases. He was among the first attorneys in the United States to sue and obtain a jury verdict against a nursing home for abusing and neglecting an elderly patient. He has represented victims of medical malpractice in cases against doctors and hospitals, individuals who were injured as a result of defective products, including defective medical and...

Jessica King represents individuals and their family members who have been injured or killed by the negligence of others, as well as individuals who have been injured in work accidents.

Jessica grew up in Marietta, Georgia. She attended Georgia Institute of Technology for her undergraduate degree and earned a B.S. in Management in 2008. After graduating from Georgia Tech, Jessica attended Cumberland School of Law in Birmingham, Alabama, where she graduated with a J.D. in 2011.

Ryan Langlois has a knack for creativity and is an empathetic advocate for his clients. His experience ranges from working in law enforcement and has a background in insurance as well. Ryan has lived and worked in Savannah for over a decade. He completed his B.S. in Criminal Justice from Westfield State University in Westfield, Massachusetts. He graduated Cum Laude from Savannah Law School where he was the president of the Savannah Law Veteran's Association and an Associate Editor for the Savannah Law Review. Ryan has previously worked as a legal intern for the Chatham County District Attorney's Office in Savannah. He...

As a founder and member of Smith Barid, LLC, Richard Barid, along with partner Michael Smith, runs a practice devoted to providing clients with the best estate planning, elder law, and special needs planning.

Richard devotes substantial time and resources to staying up to date on the latest laws, trends and techniques in planning. He speaks to public and private groups regularly, in addition to teaching continuing education courses to professionals. he is a member of Wealth Counsel, Elder Counsel, Savannah Estate Planning Council, Savannah Bar Association, State Bar of Georgia, Academy of VA Pension Planners, Greater Savannah Coalition on...

Adam Harper is dedicated to vigorously advocating for individuals injured due to the negligence of others. He practices in the areas of Nursing Home Negligence, Medical Malpractice, Products Liability, Personal injury, and Wrongful Death. Adam is committed to protecting his clients' rights and pursuing the best possible outcomes.

Adam is a native of Jesup, Georgia. In 2006, he received his undergraduate degree from the University of Georgia. Adam obtained his law degree from Mercer University Walter F. George School of Law in 2013. Adam is a member of the State Bar of Georgia, Savannah Trial Lawyers Association, American Association for Justice,...

Bachelor of Business Administration from The University of Georgia
Juris Doctor Degree from the Walter F. George School of Law at Mercer University
practicing law in Savannah and the surrounding communities of Southeast Georgia for over 23 years
I pride myself on being able to meet with clients in person and communicate with them in a clear and concise manner.
I practice in municipal courts, State Courts, Superior Courts, Juvenile Courts and Probate Courts.

Eugene “Gene” C. Brooks is a dedicated Savannah personal injury attorney who will advocate for those injured due to the negligence of another. As the founder of the Brooks Law Office, he and his skilled legal team work to get compensation for those who have been injured on the job, in an auto accident, due to exposure, and more. He will stand up to large insurance companies who have acted in bad faith and pharmaceutical companies that have manufactured dangerous drugs. A prolific writer, speaker, and voice for the legal community, Attorney Brooks has over 35 years of professional experience...

I am a Georgia Southern Undergraduate and John Marshall Law School Graduate. I have experience with the prosecutors office as well as currently working as a private criminal defense lawyer. My expertise is in traffic, DUI, criminal and juvenile delinquency work. I travel all over Chatham and the surrounding counties, all the way down to Glynn. I believe everyone is entitled to a lawyer and I am dedicated to helping in all things criminal.

Jesse has spent his entire professional career representing employees who have experienced workplace harassment, discrimination, and retaliation. Jesse represents plaintiff's who have experienced any form of discrimination at work, including sexual harassment, racial harassment, LGBTQ discrimination, pay discrimination, retaliation, or discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender, sex, race, national origin, religion, gender identify, and sexual orientation. Jesse attended Savannah Law School, where he served as the Editor-in-Chief of Savannah Law Review and as a law clerk in Georgia’s Eastern Judicial Circuit Superior Court.

Thomas A. Nash, Jr. (Tom) received his undergraduate and law degrees, magna cum laude from the University of Georgia and the University of Georgia School of Law. As an undergraduate he was a member of the Georgia varsity football team where he received All SEC and Academic All American honors.
Following graduation, he served on active duty as an officer in the United States Air Force. He became a partner in the Athens, Georgia firm of Fortson, Bentley, and Griffin. In 1983 he accepted a position in senior management with the Savannah based firm of Carswell Insurance Group. ...

Born in Charlotte, North Carolina, Attorney Rob Nye graduated from The Citadel with a B.A. in History (Honors) and then Widener University School of Law in Wilmington, Delaware, earning his Juris Doctorate. Before entering the private sector of practice, Rob served his country as an Infantry and JAG officer in the United States Army. He deployed with the 3rd Infantry Division in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom III and was awarded the Bronze Star Medal. While on active duty, Rob was lead counsel in over 30 trials, and gained invaluable experience zealously advocating for his clients. Rob has...

I am an AV rated personal injury lawyer with over 25 years of experience handling injury cases.

Mr. Owens devotes his practice exclusively to representing plaintiffs in personal injury and wrongful death claims. His primary focus is automobile/tractor-trailer accidents, dog bites, slip/trip and falls, medical malpractice, injuries from dangerous products, job injuries and nursing home abuse.

Before joining forces with Mr. Mulherin to open Owens & Mulherin in 2001, Mr. Owens worked for Bouhan, Williams and Levy, LLP, from 1986 to 2000 in civil litigation. Mr. Owens is the former President of the Savannah Trial Lawyers Association.

Mr. Owens and his wife live in Savannah, Georgia and raised their children in Savannah. Mr. Owens is an avid bicycle...

My name is Ty Wilson and I've had a my own law practice since 2004 in the Atlanta metro area and more recently in the Savannah area. My practice is limited to Estate Planning, Personal Injury & Workers' Compensation. I help Clients in Bryan County, Bulloch County, Camden County, Chatham County, Clayton County, Cobb County, Dekalb County, Effingham County, Evans County, Fulton County, Glynn County, Gwinnett County, Henry County, Liberty County, Long County, McIntosh County, Newton County, Rockdale County, Screven County, Tattnall County, GA which includes the following Cities and Towns: * Atlanta, Georgia *...

Coastal Georgia Bankruptcy was established for the purpose of helping people through periods of financial hardship and stress. We also believe in providing a supportive environment to discuss difficult legal and financial issues. Our first concern is always for you, the client. With over 20 years of bankruptcy experience, we work closely with our clients to create a personalized financial strategy to address their specific circumstances. Contact Coastal Georgia Bankruptcy today so we can help you take the first step to a new tomorrow – it's easier than you think!"

Attorney Drew Stutzman, has consistently been recognized as one of the...

It was a tragedy that devastated the family. Howard’s mother had to be hospitalized, and he and his brother and sister were “passed around,” as he terms it, to other family members as they grew up. Although the death of his father was traumatic, however, Howard also considers it a galvanizing event that would shape the course of his life. “It gave us an early view of what it’s like to have somebody wrongfully taken in a manner that’s preventable and needless,” he says. “That’s gone a long way in guiding my career.”

Charlie "Chuck" E. Farah is a partner of Farah & Farah. He is dedicated to helping people who have suffered any type of injury by large corporations, insurance companies, or negligent parties. Their personal injury cases that Farah & Farah specialize in are car accidents, wrongful death, nursing home abuse, burn injury, pedestrian accidents, pharmaceutical litigation, birth injury, hospital malpractice, truck accidents, premises liability, and product liability. At Farah & Farah, we work together in groups to give your case the resources and dedication it deserves.

Matthew graduated with a Bachelor’s in Business Administration from the University of Georgia in 2001 with a major in Finance. After working as a Financial Intelligence Officer for a major regional bank for several years he attended Georgia State’s College of Law and earned his law degree in 2008. While in law school, Matthew was the President of the Moot Court board and a pupil in the prestigious litigation honor society, the Bleckley Inn of Court. Prior to establishing his own firm, Matthew gained valuable experience in the areas of worker’s compensation, personal injury, criminal and family law matters.

He was...