Business Details
Your Lifelong Legal Partner
Ftrsm has served Southeast Georgia as a trusted legal partner for decades, offering comprehensive legal expertise across every stage of life. Our firm combines deep experience in civil litigation, business law, estate planning, real estate, and probate with a client-centered approach that prioritizes personalized solutions. With attorneys boasting over 40 years of collective experience, we deliver strategic counsel tailored to individual circumstances while maintaining unwavering dedication to client success. Our community roots run deep, with multiple team members being lifelong residents who understand local needs. We distinguish ourselves through our ability to handle complex cases across multiple practice areas without requiring clients to seek new representation as their legal needs evolve.Our commitment to clarity in complexity ensures clients receive actionable guidance that translates legal intricacies into practical outcomes. Recognized for excellence in both courtroom advocacy and transactional work, we serve as counsel for major financial institutions while maintaining a personal touch in every client interaction. From startup formation to legacy planning, our multidisciplinary team provides consistent excellence that grows with our clients' evolving needs.
Services
Civil Litigation
Business Law
Estate Planning
Real Estate
Probate Administration
Highlights and features
- We offer decades of combined legal experience across multiple practice areas
- Our client-centered approach delivers personalized strategies for every case
- We maintain deep roots in Southeast Georgia's legal community
- Our team handles complex cases from startup to succession planning
- We provide consistent legal representation that grows with your needs
Services
Civil Litigation
Our civil litigation practice handles complex disputes with strategic courtroom advocacy and negotiated settlements. We represent clients in contract disputes, zoning matters, and business litigation while maintaining focus on practical outcomes. With decades of trial experience, we combine aggressive representation with cost-effective solutions tailored to each client's specific needs.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans that protect assets and ensure client wishes are honored. Our services include wills, trusts, guardianships, and probate administration with compassionate guidance through complex legal processes. The team helps families navigate estate transitions while minimizing tax implications and administrative burdens.
Business Law
From formation to succession planning, we provide end-to-end legal support for businesses. Our services include entity selection, mergers and acquisitions, contract drafting, and dispute resolution. We partner with entrepreneurs and established companies to develop legal strategies that align with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
Real Estate
Our real estate practice covers transactions, zoning compliance, and timberland acquisitions. We handle residential and commercial closings, land use planning, and secured financing arrangements. The firm's experience with title insurance companies ensures smooth property transfers and mitigation of potential legal issues.
Probate Administration
We guide executors and beneficiaries through probate processes with sensitivity and efficiency. Services include will validation, asset distribution, tax filings, and trust administration. Our approach minimizes family conflict while ensuring compliance with Georgia's probate laws and court requirements.
People
Stephen T. Rushing
Attorney
With over 40 years of experience, Stephen T. Rushing focuses on civil litigation and business law. His practice emphasizes strategic courtroom advocacy and transactional work for clients in Southeast Georgia.
Charlie Deal McCook
Attorney
A lifelong Statesboro resident, Charlie Deal McCook specializes in real estate and business law. He serves local businesses and individuals with deep community knowledge and legal expertise.
Brianna Rushing Migliara
Attorney
Born and raised in Statesboro, Brianna Rushing Migliara focuses on estate planning and probate. She combines legal expertise with community commitment to serve clients' personal and business needs.
Laura T. Marsh
Attorney
Laura T. Marsh practices in business law and real estate transactions. She provides legal counsel to commercial clients while maintaining a focus on client relationships and practical solutions.
Scott A. Hodgin
Attorney
Scott A. Hodgin offers experienced legal representation in civil litigation and business matters. His practice emphasizes efficient solutions tailored to clients' specific legal challenges.
Questions
What legal services do you offer?
We provide civil litigation, business law, estate planning, real estate transactions, and probate administration services tailored to individual and business client needs.
How do you handle complex legal cases?
Our attorneys combine decades of experience with strategic thinking to navigate complex cases, focusing on practical outcomes while maintaining aggressive courtroom representation when needed.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Southeast Georgia with a strong focus on Statesboro and surrounding communities through our deep local connections.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Request an appointment through our website or contact our office directly to discuss your legal needs with an experienced attorney.
What makes your firm different?
Our lifelong commitment to client relationships, combined with multidisciplinary expertise and community roots, provides consistent legal representation that grows with your evolving needs.
