Atty. William Anthony Turner

Atty. William Anthony Turner

Mr. William Anthony Turner is a lawyer practicing estate planning, executive compensation, asset protection and 3 other areas of law.

Atlanta Atlanta 38 yrs experience 38 year
Call (470) 635-2132 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William Anthony Turner at a glance

William Anthony Turner is a Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Cohen Pollock Merlin Turner. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, estate litigation, and employment contracts. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1988) and North Carolina (1988). Educated at Emory University (LL.M., 1992) and University of North Carolina (B.S., 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Atlanta and American Bar Associations State Bar of Georgia. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. William Anthony Turner is a lawyer practicing estate planning, executive compensation, asset protection and 3 other areas of law
  • William received a B.S. degree from University of North Carolina in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • William practices at Cohen Pollock Merlin Turner in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

William Anthony Turner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Anthony Turner handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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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.

William Anthony Turner is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Georgia →

Business & Corporate Law

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

William Anthony Turner is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Georgia →

Estate & Trust Litigation

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Employment Contracts

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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 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 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 William Anthony Turner

Where is William Anthony Turner's law office located?
William Anthony Turner's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Cohen Pollock Merlin Turner. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Anthony Turner handle?
William Anthony Turner focuses on probate, estate planning, business, estate litigation, employment contracts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has William Anthony Turner practiced law?
William Anthony Turner has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did William Anthony Turner go to law school?
William Anthony Turner earned their education at (LL.M., 1992); (B.S., 1985).
How can I contact William Anthony Turner for a consultation?
You can contact William Anthony Turner 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 William Anthony Turner received?
William Anthony Turner's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.M.
Emory University
- 1992
B.S.
University of North Carolina
- 1985

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1988
North Carolina
Admitted: 1988

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