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John W. Chambers, Jr.
Chambers, Chambers & Chambers
2250 N Druid Hills Road NE
Suite 243
Atlanta, GA 30329
Phone: (404) 325-9970 | Fax: 404-325-5402
http://www.chamberslawfirm.net
Personal Service and Practical Advice
Legal Topic
Business Law
Preferred New Clients
We gladly welcome new clients seeking legal advice about the following:
Estate planning, preparation of wills, trusts, advanced (health care) directives, financial powers of attorney and probate of wills. We also offer additional legal services.
Sub-Categories
Business Law
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender (LGBT) Rights
- Antitrust Law
- Deceptive Trade Practices
- False Advertising
- International Antitrust
- Mergers, Acquisitions, & Divestitures
- RICO Act
- Unfair Competition
- Commercial Banks & Loans
- Commercial Leasing
- Credit Unions
- International Banking
- Mortgages & Foreclosures
- Savings & Thrifts
- State & Municipal Bonds & Financing
- Venture Capital
- Reorganizations & Restructuring
- Workouts
- Liquor Licenses
- Business Successions
- Buying & Selling
- Closely Held Businesses
- Corporations
- Directors' & Officers' Liability
- Franchising
- Joint Ventures
- Limited Liability Companies (LLCs)
- Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures
- Nonprofits & Tax-Exempt Corporations
- Partnerships
- Professional Corporations
- Public Offerings
- Shareholders' Rights
- Trade Associations
- Audit Defense
- Corporate Income Taxes
- Excise Taxes
- International Taxes
- IRS Disputes
- Negotiating Payments & Settlements
- Property Taxes (Ad Valorem Taxes)
- Sales Taxes
- Tax Evasion Defense
- Tax Filing & Compliance
- Breach of Contract
- Contract Disputes
- Contract Drafting & Review
- Employment Contracts
- Franchises
- International Transactions
- Lemon Law
- Non-Compete Contracts
- Secured Transactions
- Uniform Commercial Code
- Warranties
- Commercial Construction Contracts
- Construction Defects
- Construction Disputes
- Dangerous Property
- Government Construction Contracts
- Mechanics' Liens
- Art
- Communication & Media
- Gaming
- Internet
- Music
- Sports
- Tourism, Travel, & Leisure
- Publishing
- Television
- Debarment
- Defense Contracts
- Defense Procurement
- Federal Contracts
- Government Construction Contracts
- State & Municipal Contracts
- Annuities
- Bad Faith
- Casualty Insurance
- Commercial Insurance
- Directors' & Officers' Liability
- Errors & Omissions
- Fidelity, Guarantee, & Surety
- Health Insurance
- Insurance Malpractice
- Insurance Subrogation
- Life Insurance
- Motor Vehicle Insurance
- Property Insurance
- Reinsurance
- Computer Crimes
- Computer Law
- Digital Signatures
- Domain Names
- Electronic Commerce
- Identity Theft
- Spam
- Creditor's Rights
- Garnishees
- Judgments
- Locating Funds
- Consumer Class Actions
- Credit Report Problems
- Debt Collection/Relief/Harassment
- Foreclosures
- Frauds, Scams, Hoaxes
- Identity Theft
- Repossessions
- Student Loans
- Truth in Lending
Legal Topic
Wills, Trusts & Estates
Preferred New Clients
We gladly welcome new clients seeking legal advice about the following:
Estate planning, preparation of wills, trusts, advanced (health care) directives, financial powers of attorney and probate of wills. We also offer additional legal services.
Sub-Categories
Estate Planning
- Drafting Trusts
- Drafting Wills
- Estate Administration
- Estate Planning
- Living Trusts
- Living Wills
- Probate
- Guardianship
- Power of Attorney
- Business Succession Planning
- Supplemental Needs Trust
- Revocable Trust & Irrevocable Trust
Bar Admissions
GA, Jun 1979
Bar Number: 119250
Other Court Admissions
Georgia Courts; Northern District of Georgia; 11th Circuit Court of Appeals.
Association Memberships
State Bar of Georgia.
Continuing Education
I attend continuing education seminars on topics related to the areas in which I practice.
Example Cases
Typical estate planning representation would begin with a brief consultation over the phone with the prospective client to determine whether I can be of assistance to him or her. If the prospective client wishes to proceed, I would send or email forms to be completed by the client. These forms would include asset and liability worksheets and worksheets to obtain information about the client. After the client completes the worksheets, I would meet with the client to review the worksheets, and find out what the client desires concerning the disposition of his or her estate. I also would explain advance (health care) directives and if the client desires one, I would obtain the information needed to prepare the document. I also would explain the purpose of general financial powers of attorney and discuss whether he or she desired such a document. During this meeting, I would attempt to answer any questions raised. Next, I would prepare the documents desired by the client, and send the documents to the client for review. After the client reviews the documents and any revisions are made, an appointment is made to execute the documents.
Education
Degree:
Juris Doctor
School:
Emory University School of Law
City:
Atlanta
State:
GA
Year:
1979
Honors:
Graduated with Distinction; Order of the Coif
Focus and Accomplishments:
The Moot Court Society
Degree:
Bachelor of Arts
School:
Emory University
City:
Atlanta
State:
GA
Year:
1976
Honors:
Psychology Honor Society
Number of Attorneys
2
State Licensed In
Georgia
Firm Focus and History
John W. Chambers, Sr. and I started the firm of Chambers & Chambers in 1979. Timothy D. Chambers joined the firm in 1980 and the firm became known as Chambers, Chambers & Chambers. John W. Chambers, Sr. passed away in 2001, but his sons have continued the practice. The firm has been a family business since its inception.
The focus of the firm is general civil practice. We emphasize:
• Estate planning, including preparation of wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate administration.
• Formation of corporations and limited liability companies;
• Preparation and review of business agreements, including leases, contracts for the purchase and sale of realty, contracts for the purchase and sale of business assets.
Previous Employment Summary
I began working with my father in this firm after graduating from law school, so my relevant legal employment is with my current law firm.
Activities and Awards
AV-Rated by Martindale-Hubbell.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I encourage clients to educate themselves on legal issues. One of my goals in serving clients is to inform and educate them regarding their particular legal issue. I want the client to understand the provisions of his or her will or trust. I believe that part of my service is to educate the client, so I encourage questions.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
Generally, I am not willing to review documents prepared by clients. In connection with estate planning, I do ask clients to prepare informational worksheets, which I review with them. Reviewing a document without actually planning the estate often would be of little value to the client, and for that reason, I generally do not review documents prepared by a prospective client.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
Planning an estate is more complicated than one might imagine. I generally would be unwilling to coach a client who wishes to do his or her own estate planning, but for some matters, I might be willing to consult if appropriate.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
My father was a lawyer and I was exposed to the law from a young age. The practice of law was once considered an honorable profession. The lawyer was viewed as a person who helped others. I believe that these ideals influenced my decision to become a lawyer. I enjoy working with people and helping them with their legal matters.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
I was given the opportunity early in my legal career to practice in a number of areas of law. These areas included antitrust law, business, real estate, personal injury, domestic relations, estate planning, and commercial law. While I did transactional legal work, I also was a trial attorney and handled a number of cases in both state and federal courts. I believe that my exposure to a variety of legal practice areas helps me in my estate planning practice, as it gives me a broader perspective. I also believe that I try to look for practical solutions to legal matters in part because of my broad range of experience.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
Estate planning is one of my primary areas of practice. I also provide legal services for small and medium businesses. Such services include formation of corporations and limited liability companies, preparation of contracts, including shareholders' agreements, contracts for the purchase and sale of businesses, employment contracts, contracts for the purchase and sale of real property, and lease agreements. I chose estate planning as a primary area of practice because I enjoy working with people and helping them. Estate planning gives me an opportunity to get to know a client on a more personal level, and allows me to help the client in a very important matter. I find putting together the pieces of an estate plan interesting and enjoyable.
What do you like best about your career?
The thing I like best about my legal career is helping people with their legal needs.
Tell us about your law firm:
I work with my brother, who is a lawyer, and my sister, who is our legal assistant. In connection with my estate planning practice, my clients work directly with me in connection with meetings and preparation of the documents. My sister works with my clients in scheduling appointments, and after execution of the documents, providing the client with the original documents, as well as copies of the documents.
What are your strengths and style?
My strength is my desire to provide quality work at fair prices. My style is to provide personal and caring service to each client, and treat each client as if he or she were a friend or member of the family.
Personal Interests:
Some of my personal interests include reading, playing guitar, occasionally riding a motorcycle, watching movies, and listening to jazz. I have two dogs, an Australian Terrier and a Staffordshire Bull Terrier. My faith is an important part of my life.
Office Manager/Assistant
Teresa Cebulski.
Fax
404-325-5402
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
No
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
Often I am able provide a fixed-price service or fee. It depends on the particular situation. Please call for fee schedule.
Hourly Rates
$200 per hour.
Free Initial Consultation?
This depends on a case-by-case basis. Often I might have a brief telephone consultation with a prospective client to determine whether I can be of service. If the prospective client and I would like to work together, then I will meet with the client. I do not offer a free initial consultation if a person wants specific legal advice concerning a legal matter or issue. However, if the client wants to have a brief consultation to discuss what services I provide, I might provide a free brief consultation of less than thirty minutes. If the client retains my services to prepare her or his estate planning documents, I will include the initial consultation in the fixed fee if a fixed fee arrangement is reached.
Typical Retainer
For estate planning services, I generally do not ask for a retainer.
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