Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Augusta, Georgia
At Fulcher Hagler, we have dedicated ourselves to delivering exceptional legal services to clients across the greater Augusta, Georgia area for over 75 years. Our team of seasoned attorneys specializes in a wide range of practice areas, including civil litigation, commercial real estate, tax and estate planning, government law, insurance defense litigation, and employment law. With a deep understanding of the complexities businesses and individuals face, we provide strategic counsel tailored to each client's unique needs. Our litigators are known for their ability to protect clients' interests in disputes, while our transactional attorneys ensure seamless execution of business and real estate matters. We pride ourselves on combining decades of experience with a personalized approach, serving as trusted partners in both legal and business strategy.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our AV Preeminent rating and longstanding reputation as a premier law firm in the region. We serve local governments, development authorities, and private sector clients, offering comprehensive legal solutions grounded in practical insights. Our attorneys maintain active memberships in leading legal organizations, including the Augusta Bar Association and American Bar Association. By prioritizing client relationships and maintaining deep roots in the Augusta community, we deliver results-driven legal representation that stands the test of time.
Services
Civil Litigation
Commercial Real Estate
Government Law
Insurance Defense
Employment Law
Tax Planning
Estate Planning
Highlights and features
- We offer 75+ years of legal experience in Augusta's legal landscape
- Our litigators protect businesses in complex commercial disputes
- We provide strategic counsel for real estate and business transactions
- Our attorneys maintain specialized credentials in tax and estate planning
- We combine local expertise with statewide litigation capabilities
Associations and certifications
- AV Preeminent
Services
Civil Litigation
Our civil litigation practice protects businesses in commercial disputes, premises liability cases, and professional liability defense. We represent clients in Georgia and South Carolina state and federal courts, handling cases from initial filing through appellate review. Our attorneys combine trial experience with strategic settlement approaches to achieve optimal outcomes for clients facing complex legal challenges.
Commercial Real Estate
We handle all aspects of commercial real estate transactions including purchases, sales, and title insurance for both owners and lenders. Our attorneys assist with lease agreements, property development, and zoning issues, providing comprehensive counsel for real estate investments ranging from small businesses to large commercial developments across the Southeast.
Government Law
Fulcher Hagler serves as legal counsel to local governments and public entities, handling regulatory matters, public contracts, and governmental disputes. Our practice includes representation of development authorities and public boards, providing expert guidance on compliance, governance, and litigation matters affecting municipal operations and community development initiatives.
Insurance Defense
Our insurance defense team specializes in defending insurers and policyholders in premises liability, motor vehicle accidents, and construction litigation. We handle coverage disputes and professional liability claims across Georgia and South Carolina, offering strategic defense solutions while maintaining cost-effective representation for insurance companies and their insured clients.
Employment Law
We provide comprehensive employment law services including policy development, workplace investigations, and litigation defense. Our attorneys help employers navigate evolving labor regulations, draft employment contracts, and resolve disputes through mediation or courtroom representation, ensuring compliance with federal and state employment laws affecting businesses in multiple industry sectors.
People
Mark Shaefer
Counsel Attorney
Augusta native with dual Georgia and Alabama bar admissions, combining scientific insight with trial experience. Joined Fulcher Hagler in 2023, bringing versatile legal expertise developed through diverse litigation practice areas.
Miranda Durden
Associate Attorney
Supports clients in civil litigation matters with strong legal research skills and fresh perspective. Focuses on delivering effective legal solutions while developing expertise across the firm's core practice areas through hands-on client engagement.
Samuel J. Adams
Business Law Attorney
Represents small businesses and middle-market companies in healthcare, manufacturing, and construction industries. Provides comprehensive counsel on corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, and commercial disputes while serving as strategic legal partner for long-term business growth.
Mary Elizabeth Watkins
Litigation Attorney
Experienced litigator defending insurers and businesses in personal injury, premises liability, and workers compensation claims. Specializes in civil rights disputes and negligent security cases, offering strategic defense solutions grounded in extensive courtroom experience.
Questions
What practice areas does Fulcher Hagler specialize in?
We specialize in civil litigation, commercial real estate, government law, insurance defense litigation, employment law, tax planning, and estate planning services across Georgia and South Carolina.
How long has Fulcher Hagler served the Augusta community?
Our firm has provided legal services to Augusta businesses and residents for more than 75 years, maintaining deep roots in the local legal community since our founding.
Do you handle cases outside Augusta?
Yes, our attorneys represent clients throughout Georgia and South Carolina, with extensive experience in both state and federal courts across the Southeastern United States.
What makes your firm different from other law firms?
We combine decades of local experience with specialized credentials in multiple practice areas, offering personalized legal solutions backed by our AV Preeminent peer recognition and community involvement.
