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We put clients first

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  • By Understanding Their Needs
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In 1999, the founding partners of James Bates established a forward-thinking, client-driven law firm, centered on the following core values: integrity, servant leadership, respect for others and the pursuit of excellence. 

From the outset, James Bates adopted an ambitious goal of growth and expansion to serve the needs and expectations of its clients, while at the same time strictly adhering to the firm’s core values. This unique approach to practicing law resulted in a law firm comprised of high-achieving, dedicated, and responsible individuals, who strive for excellence both personally and professionally. 

At James Bates, we take a special interest in each client by providing the same level of attention, service, and value we seek in our own business and personal relationships. We do so by: Providing Honorable and Creative solutions for our clients.

core values

  • Integrity
  • Servant Leadership
  • Respect For Others
  • Pursuit Of Excellence

 

Macon

231 Riverside Drive
Macon, Georgia 31201
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Tel 478.742.4280

Fax 478.742.8720

Atlanta

Buckhead Tower at Lenox Square
3399 Peachtree Road NE
Suite 1700
Atlanta, Georgia 30326
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Tel 404.997.6020

Fax 404.997.6021

Athens

One Press Place
Suite 200
Athens, GA 30601
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Tel 706.215.8321

Fax 706.215.8322

LinkedIn POSTS

JBBG is thrilled to announce the addition of wealth planning analyst Kiely Donaldson to the firm’s Tax and Wealth Planning practice group. Kiely advises clients in estate and wealth transition planning issues including estate tax, asset protection, estate administration, compliance reporting, corporate and partnership structures, and IRS examinations and negotiating. Prior to joining James-Bates-Brannan-Groover–LLP, Kiely gained significant experience in tax, accounting, financial analysis, and wealth planning, working in both public accounting and in industry. Kiely is a Certified Public Accountant, licensed in the State of Georgia. She also holds an MBA from Ball State University and a BBA in finance from Georgia State University.

28 Jan 2022

JBBG is thrilled to announce the addition of attorney Park Burford to the firm’s Commercial Litigation practice group. Park’s practice focuses on commercial and civil litigation. Prior to joining the firm, Park gained significant experience in insurance defense litigation, personal injury, property damage, uninsured motorist, plaintiffs’ personal injury, civil rights, qualified and official immunity and wrongful death. In addition, he has experience with mediation and trial. Park graduated cum laude, from Valdosta State University with a degree in political science and a minor in History. While at Valdosta State, Park served as an intern for the 113th U.S. Congress in the office of Honorable Saxby Chambliss. In addition, he was a judicial board member, Vice President of the Interfraternity Council, and a founding father of the Sigma Chi Fraternity Lambda Mu Chapter. After completing his undergraduate work, Park earned his J.D. as well as an additional certificate in Advanced Legal Writing, Research and Drafting from Mercer University, Walter F. George School of Law. While at Mercer, Park worked as a law clerk specializing in insurance defense. He also served as an extern for the City Attorney of Warner Robins, GA. Park was active in Phi Alpha Phi, Phi Alpha Delta, W. A. Bootle American Inn of Court and the Second Amendment Society.

28 Jan 2022

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