Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Covington Legal Advocates Since 1948
Established in 1948, our firm stands as Covington's oldest continuously operating law practice. We combine the resources of a large firm with the personalized attention of a boutique practice, offering tailored legal strategies for individuals, families, and businesses. Our seasoned attorneys bring decades of trial experience across family law, criminal defense, personal injury, real estate, and business litigation.With a proven track record of successful verdicts and settlements, we prioritize client education throughout the legal process. Our community-rooted team serves Newton, Walton, Rockdale, and surrounding counties, delivering zealous advocacy backed by local expertise and national legal standards.
Services
Criminal Defense
Personal Injury
Real Estate Litigation
Family Law and Divorce
Business Litigation
Details
- Year established: 1948
Highlights and features
- Serving Covington since 1948 with proven trial expertise
- Personalized attention from seasoned legal professionals
- Top 10 family law recognition in Georgia
- Community-based attorneys with local court knowledge
- Contingency fee options for personal injury cases
Services
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice handles DUI charges, misdemeanors, and felony cases with aggressive representation. Attorneys leverage decades of local court experience to protect client rights through trial advocacy or negotiated resolutions. We serve clients facing charges in Newton County and surrounding jurisdictions.
Personal Injury
We represent clients in personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis. Our team handles automobile accidents, slip-and-fall incidents, and other injury claims to recover medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering through settlements or litigation.
Family Law and Divorce
Top-rated family law services include divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and alimony negotiations. Recognized as Georgia's Top 10 Family Law Attorneys, we provide compassionate yet assertive representation for contested and uncontested cases across Metro Atlanta.
Business Litigation
We advise businesses on formation, contracts, and dispute resolution. Our litigation services cover commercial disputes, partnership disagreements, and business-related legal conflicts with strategic solutions tailored to corporate clients' operational needs.
Real Estate Litigation
Our real estate practice addresses property disputes, title issues, and transactional conflicts. We represent clients in residential and commercial real estate matters, including boundary disputes, contract breaches, and ownership claims.
People
W. Michael Waters
Attorney
Lifelong Covington resident with extensive trial experience. Recognized as Best Attorney in Newton/Rockdale County and Top 10 Family Law Attorney for Georgia. Active community leader with multiple professional organization roles.
Candace Breslin
Paralegal
Paralegal since 2003 with expertise in criminal cases, probate matters, and uncontested divorces. Has served the firm since 2002, providing critical support for legal proceedings and client documentation.
Michele Hudgins
Paralegal
Experienced paralegal handling complex family law cases, corporate matters, and real estate transactions. Joined the firm in 2006, bringing specialized knowledge of Georgia's legal procedures and documentation requirements.
Questions
What are your consultation fees?
We charge $250 for initial consultations, except for personal injury cases which are free. Consultations allow us to evaluate your case and develop tailored legal strategies.
What practice areas do you specialize in?
We focus on family law, criminal defense, personal injury, business litigation, and real estate matters. Our attorneys maintain specialized expertise across these core legal disciplines.
Do you offer payment plans?
We accept cash, checks, Visa, and MasterCard. Fee arrangements are customized per case, with contingency options available for personal injury claims.
How experienced are your attorneys?
Our firm traces its history to 1948, with attorneys holding decades of combined trial experience. Our team includes Top 10 family law recognitions and former judicial professionals.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Newton, Walton, Rockdale, Morgan, Jasper, Greene, Putnam, and Butts counties. Our local expertise covers Metro Atlanta's judicial jurisdictions.
