Atty. William R. Lester

Atty. William R. Lester

Mr. William R.

Atlanta Atlanta 45 yrs experience 45 year
Call (470) 944-7157 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William R. Lester at a glance

William R. Lester is a Member based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Fryer, Shuster, Lester & Pollack, P.C.. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, business, and dv defense. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1981), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia (1981), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1981), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1982). Educated at Emory University (J.D. History, 1981) and Tulane University of Louisiana (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Atlanta, DeKalb County (President, 1990-1991), Cobb, Cherokee and Federal Bar Associations State Bar of Georgia (Family Law Section) Georgia Trial Lawyers Association Lawyers Club of Atlanta. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. William R. Lester is a lawyer practicing business litigation, domestic relations, divorce and 3 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Tulane University of Louisiana in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • William practices at Fryer, Shuster, Lester & Pollack, P.C. in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

William R. Lester's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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

Domestic Violence Defense

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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 R. Lester

Where is William R. Lester's law office located?
William R. Lester's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Fryer, Shuster, Lester & Pollack, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William R. Lester handle?
William R. Lester focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, business, dv defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has William R. Lester practiced law?
William R. Lester has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did William R. Lester go to law school?
William R. Lester earned their education at (J.D. History, 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact William R. Lester for a consultation?
You can contact William R. Lester 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 R. Lester received?
William R. Lester's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. History
Emory University
- 1981
B.A.
Tulane University of Louisiana
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 1988

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