Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Georgia
Hitchcock & Hitchcock has provided trusted legal representation in Georgia since 1965. Our family-owned firm combines over 80 years of combined legal experience with personalized service, prioritizing client relationships over transactional interactions. We specialize in real estate law, family law, estate planning, small business law, and probate law, serving Baldwin and Hancock Counties with ethical expertise. Our attorneys maintain deep community roots, with Franklin Hitchcock practicing law for over 50 years and Paul Hitchcock elected as Baldwin County State Judge.We handle title examinations, real estate closings, family law matters, business formations, and estate administration while maintaining accessibility through two Georgia locations. Our approach emphasizes clear communication, with attorneys personally answering client calls and providing transparent explanations of legal processes. We serve both individual and business clients, maintaining a commitment to local communities that spans generations.
Services
Real Estate Law
Family Law
Estate Planning
Small Business Law
Probate Law
Details
- Year established: 1965
Highlights and features
- We have over 80 years of combined legal experience in Georgia law.
- Our family-owned firm provides personalized service with direct attorney access.
- We serve both individual and business clients across multiple practice areas.
- Our attorneys maintain deep community roots and local legal expertise.
- We offer convenient service through two Georgia locations with flexible hours.
What people say
Excellent service
Great people
Highly recommended
Professional and timely
Amazing job
Services
Real Estate Law
Our real estate law services cover residential and commercial transactions, title examinations, and property closings. We handle timber transactions and post-closing matters while providing clear documentation review. Clients benefit from our decades of local experience in Georgia property law.
Estate Planning
We offer comprehensive estate planning including wills, trusts, and probate administration. Our services ensure proper asset management during incapacity and after death. We provide personalized strategies for estate settlement and inheritance protection.
Family Law
Our family law practice handles adoptions, guardianships, name changes, and uncontested divorces. We approach sensitive family matters with compassion while maintaining legal rigor. Clients receive clear guidance through complex personal legal issues.
Small Business Law
We assist with business formation, licensing, and contract matters for LLCs, corporations, and nonprofits. Our services include zoning issues and employment contract guidance. We provide legal support tailored to Georgia small businesses.
Probate Law
We manage estate administration and will probate processes with attention to detail. Our services include asset and liability management for deceased individuals' estates. We guide executors through Georgia's probate requirements.
People
J. Franklin Hitchcock
Founder | Attorney
Practicing law since 1965 with expertise in Hancock County real estate. Graduate of University of Georgia School of Law. Maintains personal approach to client service while handling title examinations and estate matters.
Paul W. Hitchcock
Partner | Attorney
Serves Baldwin and Hancock Counties since 2005. Handles family law and NFA Trusts. Elected Baldwin County State Judge in 2023. Provides attentive service while balancing judicial responsibilities with private practice.
John F. Hitchcock, Jr.
Partner | Attorney
Over 20 years of legal experience in Georgia. Currently Hancock County Solicitor and Sparta City Attorney. Manages small business law matters while maintaining active courtroom presence in local traffic court.
Carrie W. Hitchcock
Paralegal | Administrator
Milledgeville native with extensive local legal knowledge. Provides administrative support and paralegal services. Ensures smooth office operations while maintaining client-focused approach to service delivery.
Questions
What areas of law does Hitchcock & Hitchcock specialize in?
We specialize in real estate law, family law, estate planning, small business law, and probate law for clients in Baldwin and Hancock Counties.
How can I schedule a consultation with your attorneys?
Contact us through our website request form or call either office location to schedule a consultation during regular business hours.
Do you handle both individual and business legal matters?
Yes, we serve both individual clients and businesses with tailored legal solutions across our practice areas.
What makes your firm different from other Georgia law practices?
Our family-owned firm combines over 80 years of combined experience with personalized service and deep community roots in Baldwin and Hancock Counties.
Are your attorneys accessible for client questions?
Yes, we prioritize direct client communication with attorneys personally available to answer questions and explain legal processes.
