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We Focus On Landlord-Tenant Matters

PROFESSIONAL & EXPERIENCED ATTORNEYS

And also practice in the areas of law below.

Landlord-Tenant

As a Landlord, having the "right" Lease in place with YOUR custom terms will make all the difference in avoiding a dispute, or being able to quickly resolve the matter.

As a Tenant, sending an Official Notice from a lawfirm is often helpful in resolving repairs and maintenance issues quickly.

The best way to avoid a Landlord-Tenant dispute, is for both parties to: 1. understand the terms of the lease, 2. communicate in writing with each other, and 3. get a lawyer involved before things become irreconcilable.

Business Law

Reasons to Form a Business: “CEO’s are the Beyonce’s of the corporate world.” Incorporations are separate legal entities that live on beyond their owners, while providing other separation-from-the-owner benefits.

LLCs: When starting a company, you first need to incorporate. LLCs are the most popular and newest business structure, especially for small businesses. They offer the “best of both worlds” because LLCs are not a taxable entity, and have no personal liability for its owners – called Members. To create, a public filing of the Articles of Incorporation is made with the Georgia Secretary of State. Next, the LLC files for an EIN with the IRS.

Owners do not have personal liability for the debts of the business. LLCs aren’t taxable, but the Owners are taxed with pass-through taxation. Therefore, avoiding double-taxation.

501(c)3 Organization: is the IRS code for a tax-exempt charitable corporation. It must be operated in the benefit of public interest.

Construction-Contractor Disputes

To avoid a dispute in the first place, ask for your contractor’s: 1. Business license; 2. Workers’ Comp. Insurance; and 3. Liability Insurance.

When an issue arises, call a lawyer to handle it while things are still civil. The earlier we get involved, usually, the better the outcome. Things become a bit more difficult when parties are no longer communicating.

Lastly, get a Quote in writing, signed and dated by both you and the Contractor. Keep a file, with invoices, payments, and photos.

General Contractors: Subs should sign Lien-Waivers upon work completion.

Affordable Mediation

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Master Mediators

Most courts require litigants to attempt Mediation before trial. About half of Mediated cases are successfully settled, clearing case-traffic in the crowded court system.

Mediation is a formal process where both parties sit-down with a Mediator, aka Neutral, discussing their positions, working toward resolution. The process allows the parties to CREATE THEIR OWN resolution, rather than it being dictated by a Judge or Jury.

Hilliard Law Firm

Getting your case Settled is our top priority

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TJ-Hilliard-Bio

TJ Hilliard | Attorney

DEDICATED AND SMART
Direct Dial: (912)225-6599
tj@hilliardlaw.com

Education

Georgia Southern University, 2008

  • State of Georgia Real Estate Commission: Salesperson License, 2008

Georgia Southern University, M.B.A., 2011

Savannah Law School, 2016, Valedictorian

  • John E. Ryan Scholarship Recipient
  • CALI Award Recipient for Highest Grade in Constitutional Law I, 2016
  • CALI Award Recipient for Highest Grade in Employment Discrimination, 2016
  • Maritime Law Society-Treasurer, Federalist Society

Registered Neutral (Mediator) w/ Georgia Courts Registrar, Gen. Civil Mediation, 2019

Overview

TJ has been in private general-practice for 6 years now, focusing on contract disputes, business formation and agreements, and landlord-tenant matters.

Before entering law school, Hilliard earned a BBA with a Major in Marketing, and an MBA, both from Georgia Southern University. After, he joined his family business, Carey Hilliard’s Restaurant, and became the graphic designer for all print and web media. He designed the company’s website, receiving over 50,000 views per month, and developed its successful online ordering platform.

General Counsel Fee Schedule

  • $300 Non-Refundable Admin Fee
  • 1 Hour Minimum
  • $250 per hour

Paralegal Fee Schedule

  • $100 per hour

Mediation Fee Schedule

  • $75 Administrative Charge per party
  • 2 Hour Minimum
  • 2 Party $150 per party; per hour
  • 3 Party $100 per party; per hour
  • 4 Party $75 per party; per hour

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Savannah Office

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(912) 349-0885

About us

A boutique law firm able to give the individual care your matter needs. Conveniently located on the Southside - behind Carey Hillard’s; with ample parking.

Practice Areas

Business Law

Construction Disputes

Family Law

Landlord-Tenant

Medical Billing Disputes

Savannah

11111 Abercorn St., 2nd Floor
Savannah, GA 31419

Tel: (912) 225-6599
Fax: 912 349-0885
Email: tj@hilliardlaw.com