Atty. Edward Stalnaker

Atty. Edward Stalnaker

Make Stalnaker Law your go-to firm for all your probate and estate needs. With over 50 years of legal experience, Edw.

Augusta Augusta 60 yrs experience 60 year
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Profile Summary

About Edward Stalnaker at a glance

Edward Stalnaker is a Stalnaker Law based in Augusta, Georgia, practicing at Stalnaker Law. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and poa. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1966), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Georgia (1969), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1981). Educated at University of Georgia (LL.B., 1966) and University of Georgia (B.B.A., 1964). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Augusta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Make Stalnaker Law your go-to firm for all your probate and estate needs
  • With over 50 years of legal experience, Edw
  • B. Stalnaker—an Augusta native—has dedicated his career to guiding families through some of life’s most important transitions
  • Whether you're planning ahead or navigating the passing of a loved one, we’re here to help with knowledge, compassion, and clarity
  • Estate Planning Made Simple We assist with Last Will & Testament preparation, Revocable and irrevocable trusts, Financial Powers of Attorney, Advance Directives for Health Care, and more.Planning ahead gives you peace of mind and protects your family from unnecessary complications later
  • Probate & Estate Administration When a loved one passes, their estate may need to go through probate
  • We can help you determine the best course of action, whether that means: Petition to Probate Will in Solemn Form, Petition for Letters of Administration, Petition for No Administration Necessary, Year's Support claims, or other filings based on your family’s needs
  • Guardianships & Conservatorships We also represent clients seeking to establish guardianships or conservatorships for minors or adults who can no longer manage their affairs
  • Let us guide you with the experience and personal attention you deserve
  • Call today to schedule a consultation and let us help you find the path forward

Practice Areas Explained

Edward Stalnaker's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Edward Stalnaker is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Georgia →

Trusts

Edward Stalnaker is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Georgia →

Probate

Edward Stalnaker is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Georgia →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Edward Stalnaker is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Georgia →

Power of Attorney

Edward Stalnaker is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Georgia →

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 Augusta 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 Edward Stalnaker

Where is Edward Stalnaker's law office located?
Edward Stalnaker's law practice is located in Augusta, Georgia. The firm is Stalnaker Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward Stalnaker handle?
Edward Stalnaker focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Edward Stalnaker practiced law?
Edward Stalnaker has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did Edward Stalnaker go to law school?
Edward Stalnaker earned their education at (LL.B., 1966); (B.B.A., 1964).
How can I contact Edward Stalnaker for a consultation?
You can contact Edward Stalnaker directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Edward Stalnaker received?
Edward Stalnaker's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.B.
University of Georgia
- 1966
B.B.A.
University of Georgia
- 1964

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1966
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Georgia
Admitted: 1969
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1981

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