Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Decatur, Georgia
Founded in 1951, McCurdy & Candler has built a reputation as a trusted legal partner in Decatur, Georgia. Our firm specializes in real estate law, estate planning, probate, and general business counsel, serving clients with personalized attention and accessibility. With six decades of combined experience, our attorneys leverage deep local knowledge and continuous professional development to address complex legal challenges.We prioritize collaboration, ensuring expertise flows from senior partners to newer attorneys while maintaining a client-centric approach. Our commitment extends beyond legal excellence, with active participation in community and civic organizations to better serve our clients and region.
Services
Civil Litigation
Commercial Real Estate
Estate Planning
General Counsel
Probate
Residential Real Estate
Details
- Year established: 1951
Highlights and features
- We offer 70+ years of combined legal experience in Georgia law.
- Our collaborative approach ensures expertise flows across all team levels.
- We prioritize individual client attention and accessibility.
- Local connections enable tailored solutions for Decatur-area needs.
- Active community involvement reflects our commitment to client interests.
Services
Civil Litigation
Our civil litigation practice resolves real estate, contract, and business disputes across Georgia. We represent clients in construction, insurance, and title industries with strategic courtroom advocacy. Attorneys combine decades of experience with ongoing legal education to deliver successful outcomes for complex cases.
Commercial Real Estate
We handle commercial real estate transactions including closings, leases, and development projects. Our attorneys provide title expertise and financing guidance for property owners and lenders. With 60+ years of experience, we ensure smooth transactions for buyers, sellers, and financial institutions.
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans including wills, trusts, and legacy strategies. Our attorneys collaborate with financial professionals to address tax implications and asset protection. Services cover simple wills to complex trust structures for individuals and families.
General Counsel
We provide small business legal support including entity formation, contracts, and corporate governance. Services cover business lifecycle needs from startup to dissolution. Our counsel helps clients maintain compliance and manage legal risks effectively.
Probate
We guide clients through probate court procedures and estate administration. Our services include will interpretation, trust management, and complex estate settlements. Attorneys prioritize compassionate support during difficult transitions while ensuring legal compliance.
People
Scott Candler, III
Attorney
Experienced attorney specializing in residential real estate and business law. Provides tailored legal solutions with 40+ years of local practice. Active in community legal education initiatives.
Scott Candler, IV
Attorney
Focuses on estate planning, probate, and commercial real estate transactions. Combines generational legal knowledge with modern practice techniques. Committed to client accessibility and education.
John Walter Drake
Attorney
Seasoned legal professional with expertise in business law and corporate governance. Serves as mentor to junior attorneys while maintaining active client practice. Longtime Decatur resident.
Donald Hank Suessmith
Attorney
Specializes in civil litigation and real estate disputes. Represents clients in complex construction and insurance-related cases. Maintains active trial practice across Georgia courts.
Questions
What areas of law does McCurdy & Candler specialize in?
We focus on real estate law, estate planning, probate, civil litigation, and small business legal counsel. Our attorneys have specialized expertise in Georgia-specific legal matters.
Does the firm handle complex estate matters?
Yes, we manage complex estate planning, trust administration, and probate litigation. Our attorneys collaborate with financial professionals to address intricate estate settlement needs.
What experience does the firm have with business law?
We provide comprehensive business legal services including entity formation, contract review, and corporate governance. Attorneys have advised Georgia businesses for over 70 years.
Are attorneys available for real estate transactions?
Yes, we handle all aspects of residential and commercial real estate transactions including closings, title work, and property development matters across Georgia.
