Atty. Joseph R. Odachowski

Atty. Joseph R. Odachowski

Member, Christian Legal Society, 1988-1991; Member, Mercer University Law Review, 1989-1991; Moot Court Finalist; Recipient, Merit Scholarship; Recipient, American Jurisprudence Award in Contracts, Criminal Law, Constitutional Law, and Federal Taxation; Brainerd Currie Honor Society; George B. Connell Memorial Award; Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society; Juris Doctor, Magna Cum Laude, Walter F.

Saint Simons Island Saint Simons Island 35 Years Experience 35 year
Call (912) 342-1311 Email

Profile Summary

About Joseph R. Odachowski at a glance

Joseph R. Odachowski is a Managing Partner based in Saint Simons Island, Georgia, practicing at Taylor, Odachowski, Schmidt & Crossland, LLC. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on trusts, medical malpractice, personal injury, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Georgia Georgia Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern, (1991). Educated at Mercer University (J.D., 1991) and University of South Alabama (B.S. Finance, 1988). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Glynn County Bar Association American Bar Associations State Bar of Georgia. Serves clients in Saint Simons Island, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Member, Christian Legal Society, 1988-1991
  • Member, Mercer University Law Review, 1989-1991
  • Moot Court Finalist
  • Recipient, Merit Scholarship
  • Recipient, American Jurisprudence Award in Contracts, Criminal Law, Constitutional Law, and Federal Taxation
  • Brainerd Currie Honor Society
  • George B. Connell Memorial Award
  • Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society
  • Juris Doctor, Magna Cum Laude, Walter F. George School of Law, at Mercer University
  • Associate, King & Spalding, 1991-1994
  • Associate, Whelchel, Brown Readdick & Bumgartner, 1994-1995
  • Founding and current managing partner, Taylor, Odachowski, Schmidt & Crossland, LLC, 1995-present
  • Certified Mediator

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph R. Odachowski's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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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 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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joseph R. Odachowski

Where is Joseph R. Odachowski's law office located?
Joseph R. Odachowski's law practice is located in Saint Simons Island, Georgia. The firm is Taylor, Odachowski, Schmidt & Crossland, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph R. Odachowski handle?
Joseph R. Odachowski focuses on trusts, medical malpractice, personal injury, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Joseph R. Odachowski practiced law?
Joseph R. Odachowski has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Joseph R. Odachowski go to law school?
Joseph R. Odachowski earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S. Finance, 1988).
How can I contact Joseph R. Odachowski for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Joseph R. Odachowski received?
Joseph R. Odachowski's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Mercer University
- 1991
B.S. Finance
University of South Alabama
- 1988

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Georgia Georgia Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern,
Admitted: 1991

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