Atty. Donna Overholt Willis

Atty. Donna Overholt Willis

Ms. Donna Overholt Willis is a lawyer practicing first party insurance defense, tort & insurance law.

Atlanta Atlanta 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Donna Overholt Willis at a glance

Donna Overholt Willis is an Associate based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Sharon W. Ware & Associates. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on insurance. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1983). Educated at Emory University School of Law (J.D., 1983) and Emory University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Atlanta (Member, Corporate Counsel Section), Federal and American (Member, Sections on: Tort and Insurance Practice Litigation) Bar Associations State Bar of Georgia (Member, Insurance Law Section) Georgia Association of Women Lawyers. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Donna Overholt Willis is a lawyer practicing first party insurance defense, tort & insurance law
  • Donna received a B.A. degree from Emory University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Donna practices at Sharon W. Ware & Associates in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Donna Overholt Willis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Donna Overholt Willis handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Atlanta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Donna Overholt Willis

Where is Donna Overholt Willis's law office located?
Donna Overholt Willis's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Sharon W. Ware & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donna Overholt Willis handle?
Donna Overholt Willis focuses on insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Donna Overholt Willis practiced law?
Donna Overholt Willis has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Donna Overholt Willis go to law school?
Donna Overholt Willis earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Donna Overholt Willis for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Donna Overholt Willis received?
Donna Overholt Willis's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Emory University School of Law
- 1983
B.A.
Emory University
- 1980

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1983

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