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Atty. James C. Warnes II

Atty. James C. Warnes II

Mr. James C.

Athens Athens 53 yrs experience 53 year
Call (762) 356-8076 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James C. Warnes II at a glance

James C. Warnes II is a Partner based in Athens, Georgia, practicing at Timmons, Warnes & Mercer, LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1973), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia (1974), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Georgia (1974). Educated at University of Georgia School of Law (J.D., 1973) and Erskine College (A.B., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Western Circuit Bar Association State Bar of Georgia. Serands clients in Athens, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James C. Warnes II is a lawyer practicing real estate, wills, trusts and estates and 6 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from Erskine College in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • James practices at Timmons, Warnes & Mercer, LLP in Athens, GA

Practice Areas Explained

James C. Warnes II's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James C. Warnes II handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

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Trusts

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Probate

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James C. Warnes II is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Athens 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 James C. Warnes II

Where is James C. Warnes II's law office located?
James C. Warnes II's law practice is located in Athens, Georgia. The firm is Timmons, Warnes & Mercer, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James C. Warnes II handle?
James C. Warnes II focuses on wills, trusts, probate, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has James C. Warnes II practiced law?
James C. Warnes II has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did James C. Warnes II go to law school?
James C. Warnes II earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (A.B., 1968).
How can I contact James C. Warnes II for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James C. Warnes II received?
James C. Warnes II's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Georgia School of Law
- 1973
A.B.
Erskine College
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Georgia
Admitted: 1974

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