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General Practice Lawyers in Jefferson, GA: 2026 rankings

129 general practice lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Highest LFR Score in Jefferson: Blanca Escobar Services, Inc., LFR Score 66/100; 4.9★ from 253 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 1 PM.

  2. 2

    Open 24 hours (per Google): Brian Cathey Law, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 129.

  3. 3

    Most-reviewed: Coleman, Chambers & Rogers, LLP, 275 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 129 ranked; ranked #3.

Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

129 Jefferson general practice lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 1 is open 24/7, 8 open Saturdays and 5 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 129 rated law firms.

Top 10 general practice lawyers in Jefferson at a glance

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Top 10 general practice lawyers in Jefferson at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1Blanca Escobar Services, Inc.664.9★ (253)Gainesville, 19 mi awaySatTop score
2Brian Cathey Law644.8★ (31)Athens, 15 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Open 24 hours
3Coleman, Chambers & Rogers, LLP644.9★ (275)Gainesville, 20 mi away—Most reviews
4Scott Tolbert Law Firm634.4★ (63)Jefferson——
5Teston & Burruss, PC634.9★ (175)Gainesville, 19 mi away——
6David Kennedy & Associates, Attorneys at Law, PC634.7★ (252)Gainesville, 19 mi away——
7Christopher Kevin R635.0★ (26)Jefferson——
8Lueder, Larkin & Hunter634.6★ (39)Jefferson——
9The Kyle W. Sharry Law Firm, LLC624.6★ (117)Winder, 12 mi away——
10Johnson Law Firm625.0★ (28)Gainesville, 20 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

All 129 general practice lawyers in Jefferson, in rank order

Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

  1. Ranked #1 in Jefferson

    Based in Gainesville, 19 mi away

    66/100LFR Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 253 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 253 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    715 Queen City Pkwy Ste 103, Gainesville, GA 30501
  2. Based in Athens, 15 mi away

    64/100LFR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 31 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    125 S Milledge Ave Ste E, Athens, GA 30605
  3. Based in Gainesville, 20 mi away

    64/100LFR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 275 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 275 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1370 Thompson Bridge Rd #300, Gainesville, GA 30501
  4. Based in Jefferson

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 63 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.4★ from 63 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    62 Washington St, Jefferson, GA 30549
  5. Based in Gainesville, 19 mi away

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 175 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 175 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    400 Brenau Ave NE, Gainesville, GA 30501
  6. Based in Gainesville, 19 mi away

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 252 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 252 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    675 E E Butler Pkwy, Gainesville, GA 30501
  7. Based in Jefferson

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    64 Washington St, Jefferson, GA 30549
  8. Based in Jefferson

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 39 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 39 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    32 S S.Public Square, Jefferson, GA 30549
  9. Based in Gainesville, 20 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
    Address
    732 Washington St NW, Gainesville, GA 30501
  10. Based in Athens, 16 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 70 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 70 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    320 E Clayton St #408, Athens, GA 30601
  11. Based in Athens, 16 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 73 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 73 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    490 N Thomas St, Athens, GA 30601
  12. Based in Winder, 12 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 50 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 50 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    14 Candler St, Winder, GA 30680
  13. Based in Athens, 15 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 81 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 81 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1127 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GA 30606
  14. Based in Athens, 15 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General practice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.2★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–8 PM · Sun 12:30 PM–3 PM
    Address
    2500 W Broad St Bldg 600 suite 608, Athens, GA 30606
  15. Based in Athens, 18 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 93 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 93 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    585 Research Dr Suite-A, Athens, GA 30605
  16. Based in Athens, 16 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews
    Address
    230 College Ave, Athens, GA 30601
  17. Based in Athens, 15 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 41 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 41 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1551 Jennings Mill Rd #3300, Watkinsville, GA 30677
  18. Based in Athens, 14 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 65 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 65 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3720 Atlanta Hwy Suite 3, Athens, GA 30606
  19. Based in Winder, 12 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 47 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.4★ from 47 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    76 W Candler St, Winder, GA 30680

General practice lawyers ranked #26 to #50

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 129 ranked general practice lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.

general practice lawyers in Jefferson, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Whitmire Law & Consulting, LLC604.6★ (9)15 mi
27Law Offices of Cynthia E. Call594.8★ (23)12 mi
28Donald W Hansford Law Office595.0★ (15)20 mi
29Hanks, Ballard and Barth, LLC594.8★ (66)24 mi
30Stanton Porter Law594.6★ (27)12 mi
31Lueder, Larkin & Hunter594.6★ (28)13 mi
32Smith Law Firm594.1★ (9)12 mi
33Lueder, Larkin & Hunter, LLC594.7★ (35)16 mi
34The McCall Firm, LLC594.5★ (66)20 mi
35The Law Office of Weston Maffit, LLC594.8★ (68)24 mi
36Fox, Chandler, Hicks, McKinnon & Cassert, LLP594.4★ (66)19 mi
37Cynthia James, Attorney At Law, LLC594.2★ (33)12 mi
38J. David Felt, P.C.584.9★ (20)15 mi
39Walker, Ball & Dimo584.8★ (33)19 mi
40Wages Nathaniel D584.3★ (26)12 mi
41The Edmonson Law Firm, LLC584.7★ (56)23 mi
42Stewart Melvin & Frost, LLP Attorneys at Law584.4★ (49)19 mi
43John Baker Law585.0★ (17)15 mi
44Royal & Cross LLC Law Firm - Watkinsville585.0★ (19)16 mi
45Rhett Burruss LLC584.8★ (6)15 mi
46Nate Chittick - Prior Law Firm585.0★ (16)15 mi
47M. Kim Michael, P.C.584.4★ (7)15 mi
48Kenneth Dious & Associates584.9★ (15)15 mi
49Cassert Theodore G584.3★ (12)19 mi
50Daniels & Rothman, P.C.584.1★ (34)16 mi

Also serving Jefferson

20 more general practice lawyers within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked general practice lawyers serving Jefferson
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Allen L. Lacey Jr. Attorney at Law4.5★ (39)In Jefferson
Brown Law Office- John Terry Brown4.3★ (10)In Jefferson
David W Griffeth Law Offices5.0★ (2)16 mi
David Wanda BIn Jefferson
Doolittle Kerry S5.0★ (2)20 mi
Finch W Roy5.0★ (2)15 mi
Gabriel R. Bradford, Trial Attorney and Mediator4.5★ (36)In Jefferson
Hicks, Massey & Gardner, LLP5.0★ (2)In Jefferson
Howell & Johnson, LLC5.0★ (2)16 mi
Johnson Burke B3.0★ (2)19 mi
Kim Jason A5.0★ (2)19 mi
Larry O. Sartain5.0★ (2)20 mi
Leonard C. Lewellen Attorney at Law5.0★ (23)In Jefferson
O'Kelley & Sorohan, Attorneys at Law, LLC4.7★ (9)In Jefferson
Parisi Law Firm5.0★ (218)In Jefferson
Pruett Michael C2.0★ (2)16 mi
Syfan R David5.0★ (2)19 mi
Valpreda Nancy5.0★ (2)10 mi
Wilbanks Law Firm4.5★ (66)In Jefferson
William C Bushnell Law Office5.0★ (2)15 mi

How we ranked Jefferson general practice lawyers

We scored 129 Jefferson general practice lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

LFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Jefferson data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Bar status10%An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded)Not yet collected
Review volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7Measured
Practice focus15%How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same)Measured
Law Firms Ranked reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose a general practice lawyer

  1. Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
  2. Ask how many general legal matters matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
  3. Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
  4. Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
  5. Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
  6. Ask how often the firm handles your kind of matter, and whether it would refer it elsewhere.
  7. Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.

Questions to ask a general practice lawyer

  • How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
  • How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
  • Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
  • How often do you handle matters like mine?
  • Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?

Terms explained

Contingency fee
A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
Retainer
Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
Flat fee
One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
Limited-scope representation
Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
Statute of limitations
The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
Good standing
A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
Law society
The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
Board certification
Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
Attorney–client privilege
The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
Conflict check
The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
Pro bono
Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
Legal aid
Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.

General practice lawyers in Jefferson: frequently asked questions

Which general practice lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Jefferson?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked general practice lawyer in Jefferson, GA is Blanca Escobar Services, Inc. with an LFR Score of 66/100. It has 4.9★ from 253 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 1 PM. Brian Cathey Law (#2) and Coleman, Chambers & Rogers, LLP (#3) follow. We ranked 129 general practice lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many general practice lawyers are there in Jefferson?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 129 general practice lawyers serving Jefferson, GA. 5 of them are based in Jefferson; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which general practice lawyers in Jefferson are open 24/7?

1 ranked general practice lawyer in Jefferson posts 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked is Brian Cathey Law (#2). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

Which general practice lawyers in Jefferson work on weekends?

8 of 129 ranked general practice lawyers post Saturday hours and 5 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Blanca Escobar Services, Inc. (#1), Brian Cathey Law (#2) and Johnson Law Firm (#10). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do Jefferson general practice lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 129 rated general practice lawyers in Jefferson is 4.6★, with a median of 14 reviews. Coleman, Chambers & Rogers, LLP has the most, 275 reviews, and ranks #3. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does LawFirmsRanked rank general practice lawyers?

Each general practice lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do general practice lawyers outside Jefferson count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Jefferson city center, our service radius for general practice lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.

Can general practice lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?

No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.

How do general practice lawyers in Jefferson, GA charge?

General practice lawyers usually charge flat fees for routine work such as simple wills or closings and hourly rates for disputes. Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.

When is a general practice lawyer a good fit?

For common matters such as wills, home purchases, small business contracts or minor disputes, especially in smaller cities. For complex cases, ask how often the firm handles your kind of matter. This is general information, not legal advice.

How is this list of general practice lawyers in Jefferson, GA ranked?

By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.

Does a lawyer need an office in Jefferson?

No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.

Update log for Jefferson

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 129 general practice lawyers serving Jefferson.