Doug Lenhardt concentrates his practice in the areas of Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy, and Personal Injury. Since 2002, Doug has served the Athens community developing a reputation as a ammenable yet agressive attorney who will zealously fight for his clients. Born in Atlanta, Doug grew up in Gwinnett County prior to attending the University of Georgia and the UGA School of Law. Doug maintains a network of contacts thoughout the state and practices across North Georgia in addition to the Athens area. A member of the Georgia Bar, Doug is also licensed to practice before the Supreme Court of Georgia, the Georgia Court of Appeals, and The United States District Courts for the Middle and Northern Districts of Georgia. Doug has also been admitted pro hac vice in the Northern District of Ohio. Doug has successfully represented hundreds of clients in criminal matters including DUI, Drug Possession, Drug Sales/Distribution and Drug Trafficking; Family/Domestic Violence, Assault, Battery, Theft, Robbery, Burglary, Kidnapping and False Imprisonment; as well as less serious offenses such as Underage Possession of Alcohol, Shoplifting, and traffic/license violations. Doug has also guided hundreds of clients though the bankruptcy process and has won millions of dollars in settlements and judgments of both injured and deceased persons and their families including a judgment for over $3.5M in a wrongful death case.

Representing Georgia residents for over 30 years in Family Law, Bankruptcy and Social Security Disability.

Brian Near began his legal practice in 1989 with a law firm located in the former IBM Tower (One Atlantic Center) in midtown Atlanta. He later moved his practice to Resurgens Plaza in Buckhead and eventually settled in Peachtree Corners, Georgia. Mr. Near is an active lawyer handling cases involving litigation, bankruptcy/debt relief, estate planning, domestic disputes, personal injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice, and premises liability. "My goal is to provide guidance and support so that together, we can work toward a solution to help you move forward." Since entering solo private practice in 1994, Brian Near has acquired, operated, and sold two restaurant businesses, bought and sold various real estate investments, and had other practical experiences that are beneficial to his legal business clients. Mr. Near is married with two children, lives in Cumming, Georgia, and enjoys spending time with his family and traveling.

Founding partner, Joseph Spires is a Georgia native with over two decades of legal experience. He specializes in Worker's Compensation, Bankruptcy and Personal Injury. From 2002-2008 Joseph was appointed by the Georgia Attorney General to represent the interest of the State of Georgia as a Special Assistant Attorney General in the area of Workers' Compensation. He has experience litigating Plaintiff's cases as well as defending cases in Workers' Compensation hearings which gives him the experience to foresee the Employer's defense to a claim and to assist an injured employee with obtaining the benefits he or she is entitled. Joe has filed hundreds of bankruptcy petitions and prides himself on working with clients to make the bankruptcy process be as smooth and dignified as possible. His father was a mill worker with Graniteville Company for over 40 years and he understands that individuals can work hard, but still be in financial crisis. Joe has also worked extensively with Social Security Claims, primarily focused on Social Security Disability claims. He has filed numerous lawsuits in Richmond and Columbia Counties for personal injury clients who were not offered a fair and reasonable amount for their personal injury claims. Joe has solid trial experience in personal injury claims and is not afraid to bring your case to trial and fight for you; he knows how to maximize the value of your claim and get the outcome you deserve. Joe and his wife attend Warren Baptist Church and enjoy spending time together with their two children. Joe enjoys soccer and has coached for over 25 years and led his teams to several state championships. He is dedicated to developing leadership skills in youth throughout the community.

Serge Jerome Jr. is a licensed Georgia Trial Attorney. He focuses his practice on Criminal Defense and Bankruptcy Law. He only cares about doing what's right for the people he represents. He is a member of the Atlanta Bar Association, Gate City Bar Association, Georgia Association for Women Lawyer (GAWL), 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 both Moot Court and Mock Trial competitions, Parliamentarian for the Black Law Student Association (BLSA), and President of the Caribbean Law Student Association (CLSA). He graduated with a Bachelors of Science degree in Finance from Oral Roberts University where he was a member of the ORU Outreach Ministries, American Marketing Association (AMA), and the Finance Club. Attorney Jerome does Pro Bono work through Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation (AVLF), the Atlanta Bar, and World Changers Legal Resources Department. The son of a Bishop and a licensed minister himself, Jerome enjoys giving back to the community and helping others. He traveled on over 20 missions to Haiti and other foreign countries. On the weekends, he volunteers as a coach with World Changers youth basketball and East Point Little League baseball teams. He is a member of the Urban League of Greater Atlanta and Atlanta Habitat for Humanity's Young Professionals Network. In his free time, Jerome likes to experience new places and cultures through his travel club, play kickball with his local league team, surf whenever he's by the beach, cook to exercise his creative muscles, and read spiritual books and biographies to keep life in perspective.

R. Brandon Galloway is a practicing lawyer in the state of Georgia where he currently works at Galloway & Galloway, P.C. He received his bachelors degree from the University of Georgia. Mr.Galloway later received his JD from Houston College formerly known as the South Texas College of Law in 1998. He has a great deal of experience and practices a wide variety of law including Family Law, Personal Injury, Wills & Probate, Bankruptcy, and Criminal Defense. Contact R. Brandon Galloway today to get the legal help you need.

Chuck Douglas is a practicing lawyer in the state of Georgia. He received his J.D. from Georgia State University. He currently works for his privately owned firm of Wakhisi-Douglas, LLC.

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Ralph Goldberg has practiced law since 1975. He is a member of all courts in Georgia, and the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals, and Supreme Court of The United States. He has specialized in constitutional litigation, police misconduct, consumer law, and bankruptcy, and is recognized for his expertise and tireless advocacy of his clients.

Attorney Chalcia Rainford is a native of Jamaica, West Indies, who has practiced law since 1994. Mrs. Rainford earned her J.D. from John Marshall Law School of Atlanta, Georgia. She also studied in London, England at the Lay Cox College and is a professional registered nurse. Her success does not stop there; Attorney Rainford owns Eccentral, Inc., which is a professional nursing employment agency. She is known for being very intellectual and detail oriented.