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About James D. Benefield III at a glance
James D. Benefield III is a Member based in Saint Simons Island, Georgia, practicing at James D. Benefield III, Attorney at Law. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on wills, estate planning, real estate, bankruptcy, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1988) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Georgia (1989). Educated at University of Georgia (J.D., 1988) and University of Georgia (B.B.A., 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Glynn County. Serands clients in Saint Simons Island, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. James D. Benefield III is a lawyer practicing real estate, wills and estates, bankruptcy and 3 other areas of law
- James received a B.B.A. degree from University of Georgia in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
- James practices at James D. Benefield III, Attorney at Law in Saint Simons Island, GA
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James D. Benefield III's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James D. Benefield III handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
James D. Benefield III is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Georgia →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
James D. Benefield III is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Georgia →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
James D. Benefield III is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Georgia →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
James D. Benefield III is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Georgia →
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
James D. Benefield III is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 Saint Simons Island 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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