Atty. John C. Joyner

Atty. John C. Joyner

Mr. John C.

Decatur Decatur 60 Years Experience 60 year
Call (678) 840-9243

Profile Summary

About John C. Joyner at a glance

John C. Joyner is a Co. Admr. based in Decatur, Georgia, practicing at Joyner & Burnette, P.C.. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, poa, estate litigation, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1966). Educated at Emory University (J.D., 1965) and Georgia State University (B.B.A., 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Stone Mountain (Treasurer, 1969—) Georgia (Fiduciary Law Committee, 1980— Fiduciary Legislative Committee) Atlanta Estate Planning Council. Serves clients in Decatur, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. John C. Joyner is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate administration, guardianship and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.B.A. degree from Georgia State University in 1963, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • John practices at Joyner & Burnette, P.C. in Decatur, GA

Practice Areas Explained

John C. Joyner's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

John C. Joyner is one of 115,645 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.

John C. Joyner is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Georgia →

Power of Attorney

John C. Joyner is one of 29,580 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Georgia →

Estate & Trust Litigation

John C. Joyner is one of 18,366 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in Georgia →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

John C. Joyner is one of 47,923 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law 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 Decatur 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 venue, 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.

Looking for additional Georgia attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Decatur or all attorneys in Georgia.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about John C. Joyner

Where is John C. Joyner's law office located?
John C. Joyner's law practice is located in Decatur, Georgia. The firm is Joyner & Burnette, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John C. Joyner handle?
John C. Joyner focuses on probate, estate planning, poa, estate litigation, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has John C. Joyner practiced law?
John C. Joyner has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did John C. Joyner go to law school?
John C. Joyner earned their education at (J.D., 1965); (B.B.A., 1963).
How can I contact John C. Joyner for a consultation?
You can contact John C. Joyner 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 John C. Joyner received?
John C. Joyner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Emory University
- 1965
B.B.A.
Georgia State University
- 1963

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1966

Reviews

5.0
1 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.