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50+ Years
experience
Atlanta Business Law and Estate Planning Attorney | Law Offices of Thomas E Raines PC, P.C.
The Law Offices of Thomas E Raines PC has provided client-centered legal services in Atlanta and surrounding areas for over 45 years. Our practice focuses on business law, estate planning, and probate administration, combining practical solutions with deep legal expertise. We prioritize understanding each client's unique goals to deliver tailored strategies that protect their interests and ensure long-term success. Our team collaborates with accountants, financial planners, and insurance advisors to create comprehensive solutions.With experience in business formation, mergers and acquisitions, and complex estate planning, we help clients navigate legal challenges efficiently. We emphasize clear communication, transparency, and cost-effective representation for individuals, families, and business owners. Our commitment to the Atlanta community is reflected through decades of service and strong client relationships.
Services
Business Law
Estate Planning
Probate Administration
Business Formation
Business Succession Planning
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of legal experience in Georgia business and estate law
- Our client-centered approach prioritizes personalized, practical solutions
- We provide creative strategies for complex business and estate challenges
- Our team maintains strong relationships with financial and tax professionals
- We emphasize clear communication and transparent legal guidance
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Services
Business Law
Our business law practice covers entity formation, contract drafting, and corporate governance. We advise clients on legal structures, shareholder agreements, and compliance matters. Our services help businesses navigate complex transactions while minimizing legal risks.
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans including wills, trusts, and advanced directives. Our approach ensures asset protection and smooth wealth transfer while addressing tax implications. We coordinate with financial advisors to align legal documents with clients' financial goals.
Probate Administration
Our probate services guide executors through estate administration. We handle asset valuation, debt settlement, and distribution according to wills or state laws. We provide clear guidance for both testate and intestate estates.
Business Formation
We assist in selecting and forming appropriate business entities including LLCs and corporations. Our services cover formation documents, operating agreements, and compliance strategies. We help clients understand liability protection and tax implications.
Business Succession Planning
We develop comprehensive succession plans for business owners. Our services include buy-sell agreements, ownership transfer strategies, and tax planning. We help ensure business continuity through leadership transitions and family succession.
People
Thomas E. Raines
Attorney
Law Offices of Thomas E Raines PC has practiced law in Georgia since 1972. He specializes in business law and estate planning with over 45 years of experience. A University of Georgia graduate, he formed his firm in 1993 after leadership roles at other Atlanta firms.
Questions
What business entities can you help form?
We assist with LLCs, corporations, partnerships, and sole proprietorships, helping clients choose the optimal structure for liability protection and tax efficiency.
Do you handle complex estate planning?
Yes, we create comprehensive plans including revocable and irrevocable trusts, tax strategies, and special needs trusts tailored to individual circumstances.
What probate services do you offer?
We guide executors through probate, handle asset distribution, and administer estates according to wills or Georgia intestacy laws.
How do you approach business succession planning?
We develop customized plans using buy-sell agreements, ownership transfer strategies, and tax-efficient structures to ensure business continuity.
What areas do you serve?
We serve all Atlanta metropolitan counties including Fulton, Gwinnett, Cobb, and DeKalb, with offices in Duluth.
