Atty. William Taylor Payne

Atty. William Taylor Payne

Mr. William Taylor Payne is a lawyer practicing insurance, torts, criminal law and 2 other areas of law.

Decatur Decatur 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About William Taylor Payne at a glance

William Taylor Payne is a Member based in Decatur, Georgia, practicing at The Law Office of William Taylor Payne, P.C.. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on car accidents, personal injury, criminal defense, insurance, and adr. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1977). Educated at Samford University (J.D., 1977) and Georgia State University (B.B.A., 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Georgia Trial Lawyer Association Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers State Bar of Georgia Habitat for Humanity DeKalb Bar Association American Association of Justice. Serands clients in Decatur, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. William Taylor Payne is a lawyer practicing insurance, torts, criminal law and 2 other areas of law
  • William received a B.B.A. degree from Georgia State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • William practices at The Law Office of William Taylor Payne, P.C. in Decatur, GA

Practice Areas Explained

William Taylor Payne's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, 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.

William Taylor Payne is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Georgia →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

William Taylor Payne is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Georgia →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

William Taylor Payne is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Georgia →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

William Taylor Payne is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 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 Taylor Payne

Where is William Taylor Payne's law office located?
William Taylor Payne's law practice is located in Decatur, Georgia. The firm is The Law Office of William Taylor Payne, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Taylor Payne handle?
William Taylor Payne focuses on car accidents, personal injury, criminal defense, insurance, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has William Taylor Payne practiced law?
William Taylor Payne has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did William Taylor Payne go to law school?
William Taylor Payne earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.B.A., 1973).
How can I contact William Taylor Payne for a consultation?
You can contact William Taylor Payne 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 Taylor Payne received?
William Taylor Payne's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Samford University
- 1977
B.B.A.
Georgia State University
- 1973

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1977

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