Atty. Thomas E. Prior

Atty. Thomas E. Prior

Mr. Thomas E.

Atlanta Atlanta 51 Years Experience 51 year
Call (404) 480-9573

Profile Summary

About Thomas E. Prior at a glance

Thomas E. Prior is a residential, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and commercial re attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1975) and Tennessee (1998). Educated at Duke University (J.D., 1975) and University of Georgia (A.B., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Thomas E. Prior is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, bankruptcy, foreclosures and 2 other areas of law
  • Thomas E. received a A.B. degree from University of Georgia in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Thomas E. practices in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas E. Prior's Areas of Practice

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

Residential Real Estate

Thomas E. Prior is one of 8,466 residential attorneys indexed nationally. Browse residential attorneys in Georgia →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Thomas E. Prior is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Georgia →

Real Estate Law

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

Thomas E. Prior is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Georgia →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Thomas E. Prior is one of 95,723 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Georgia →

Commercial Real Estate

Thomas E. Prior is one of 14,158 commercial re attorneys indexed nationally. Browse commercial re 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 Atlanta 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 Thomas E. Prior

Where is Thomas E. Prior's law office located?
Thomas E. Prior's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas E. Prior handle?
Thomas E. Prior focuses on residential, business, real estate, bankruptcy, commercial re. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Thomas E. Prior practiced law?
Thomas E. Prior has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Thomas E. Prior go to law school?
Thomas E. Prior earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (A.B., 1972).
How can I contact Thomas E. Prior for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas E. Prior 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 Thomas E. Prior received?
Thomas E. Prior's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Duke University
- 1975
A.B.
University of Georgia
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1975
Tennessee
Admitted: 1998

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