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Laura French

French Law Group LLC

Laura French

French Law Group LLC

Laura French

French Law Group LLC

Laura French is a counselor and cheerleader of clients, combining her experiences and insights as a mom and lawyer to serve you, provide solutions, and support your family and business throughout the cycles of life. Laura works with her clients from the perspectives of lawyer, wife, mother, and entrepreneur.

The founder of French Law Group, LLC, Laura graduated with honors from Auburn University, obtained her juris doctor from the Georgia State University College of Law, and her LL.M. (masters of law) in Taxation from the University of Alabama. A tax attorney, Laura focuses her practice on all aspects of legacy, life and estate planning from wills to probate, guardianship and conservatorships, as well as corporate and business matters.

Laura is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States, the state and federal courts of the State of Georgia and the State of Alabama, the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States District Courts of Georgia. She is a member of the Electric Cooperative Bar Association, the Rockdale County Bar Association, and President of the Georgia Electric Membership Corporation Council Association for 2012-2013. Mrs. French is a registered neutral with the Georgia Office of Dispute Resolution and is the founder and principal of Clare, French & Benton, LLC Mediation Services. Laura is an Adjunct Professor of Wills, Trusts and Estates. She is a frequent lecturer on estate planning, corporate and general legal matters.

Drawing on her experience, knowledge, and training, Laura will help you determine your wishes, articulate your dreams, secure your assets, and preserve your family’s legacy. Laura’s approach is educational and inquisitive. She meets you where you are, and helps you get where you want to go.

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At French Law Group, LLC, we get to know our clients, their families and businesses. We will boldly, but gently, guide you through life’s uncertainties. Let us help you navigate through legal challenges and opportunities. We won’t always tell you what you want to hear. We will tell you what you NEED to hear. Come see us and let us get to know you. My goal is to partner with you, your family or business, and become your lawyer for life.

 

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