Coleman Talley News

Atlanta, GA – Coleman Talley LLP is pleased to announce that Cullen Byrne, an Atlanta corporate attorney and partner in the firm’s corporate practice group, has been recognized by Legal 500 as one of Atlanta’s elite Corporate and M&A attorneys for 2025. About the Legal 500 Recognition for Atlanta Corporate Attorney Excellence Legal 500, founded…

Coleman Talley LLP is pleased to announce that attorney Roquelle Bradford has been named to The National Black Lawyers (NBL) Top 40 Under 40 in Florida. Prestigious Recognition for Legal Excellence This prestigious recognition highlights Bradford’s exceptional legal skills and professional contributions to the field. The NBL selects only 40 African American attorneys under 40…

  Coleman Talley LLP Welcomes Jefferson M. Starr as Partner in the Atlanta Office Coleman Talley LLP is pleased to announce that experienced Atlanta business attorney Jefferson M. Starr has joined the firm as Partner in the Atlanta office. “Jeff’s diverse practice and proven track record in litigation and transactional matters make him an excellent…

Coleman Talley LLP is proud to announce the promotion of Hannah Anderson to Partner, effective January 1, 2025. Managing Partner Justin Scott shared his thoughts on Hannah’s promotion: “Hannah’s leadership has been instrumental in the growth of our Jacksonville office and housing practice. Her hard work, dedication to client service, and friendly demeanor have earned…

Coleman Talley LLP is thrilled to announce the addition of four new associate attorneys to our team. Each brings unique skills and a commitment to our tradition of excellent client service across the southeastern United States. The arrival of these talented new associates represents a significant milestone in Coleman Talley LLP’s ongoing expansion. “We are…

Coleman Talley LLP proudly announces that several of our esteemed attorneys have been recognized in the 31ˢᵗ edition of The Best Lawyers in America® and the fifth edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. Best Lawyers has set the standard for legal integrity and excellence in the United States for over 40 years.…

Coleman Talley LLP attorneys Cassie Brown and Hannah Anderson from had an action-packed week at the Florida Housing Coalition Annual Statewide Affordable Housing Conference. The event, held in Orlando, brought together industry leaders, nonprofit developers, and housing professionals to discuss the future of affordable housing in Florida. Networking Event Hosted by Florida Women’s Affordable Housing Network On Tuesday night,…

Celebrating A Season of Learning and Growth As the summer season concludes, we at Coleman Talley LLP are taking a moment to reflect on the successful completion of our Summer Associate Program. This program, a cornerstone of our firm’s commitment to fostering the next generation of legal professionals, provides law students with a comprehensive, hands-on experience across various…

  Valdosta, GA – Coleman Talley LLP proudly announces that Partner Converse Bright has received the prestigious Tradition of Excellence Award from the State Bar of Georgia. This highly coveted honor is truly well-deserved. Converse accepted the award at the 2024 State Bar’s Annual Meeting in recognition of his outstanding achievements and contributions to the practice of law in Georgia. Community…

We are delighted to have worked alongside RISE in their latest groundbreaking for the RISE at Glen Kernan Park community in Jacksonville, FL. The CT team of Justin S. Scott, Edward Cochran, Hannah Anderson, and Krissy Hosman joined RISE executives and partners to commemorate the start of construction on this premier 55+ active living development. RISE at Glen Kernan Park…

Mary Margaret Williams, partner at Coleman Talley LLP, had the honor of speaking at Valwood Private School’s Career Day in Valdosta, Georgia. As an experienced attorney, she provided valuable insights into the legal profession to the inquisitive students. During her presentation, Mary Margaret Williams discussed the various responsibilities and daily activities of attorneys. She emphasized…

This week kicks off the 13th Annual Georgia Legal Food Frenzy! The #GALFF is an annual two-week food and fundraising competition among Georgia’s lawyers created in partnership with Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr, the State Bar of Georgia, Young Lawyers Division State Bar of Georgia, and the Georgia Food Bank Association. Coleman Talley LLP is competing…

Attorneys William (Billy) Steinberg Bart Davis Roquelle G. Bradford, Esq. and Drew Davidow, Esq. would like to express their appreciation to all that joined us for Coleman Talley LLPs VIP Mastermind event. We were honored to host the talented Nick Waldner and members of the South Georgia real estate community. The event was a memorable and engaging experience from beginning to end. Nick…

Attorneys Justin S. Scott , Edward Cochran, Brett McNeill, Emily Macheski-Preston, Hannah Anderson, and Krissy Hosman represented Coleman Talley at the 2024 RISE A Real Estate Company’s Leadership Conference. Coleman Talley was a diamond sponsor and proud to support RISE and its commitment to the communities it serves.

Last week partners Mary Margaret Williams, Gregory Clark, Edward Cochran, Emily Macheski-Preston, Brett McNeill and Cassie Brown, alongside associates Roquelle G. Bradford, Esq. and Rainsford Reel represented Coleman Talley at the 27th Annual Georgia Affordable Housing Coalition (GAHC) Conference and Trade Show. The GAHC has served as the premier trade association for Georgia’s affordable and multi-family housing sector since its establishment in 1996. As a vital…

Russ Henry was recently invited to speak to the CHEMICAL AND SPECIALTIES MANAGEMENT COUNCIL. He provided insights on the 2025 sunset of certain tax provisions and the interplay with estate planning. During the session, Russ shared strategies on various gifting techniques and Generation Skipping Transfer Tax planning. Thank you to CJB Industries, Inc. for inviting us to share with this…

Partner Bill Holland had the privilege of participating in the Foundation Celebration for the new location of Second Harvest of South Georgia. In his capacity as a member of the Board of Directors, Bill took part in the inaugural walk-through and beam blessing ceremony. This event served as a poignant reminder of the collective impact we can have.…

Partner Bill Holland had the privilege of participating in the Foundation Celebration for the new location of Second Harvest of South Georgia. In his capacity as a member of the Board of Directors, Bill took part in the inaugural walk-through and beam blessing ceremony. This event served as a poignant reminder of the collective impact we can have.…

Thank you, South Georgia! For the 6th year in a row, Coleman Talley LLP has been voted the Best Law Office in South Georgia. We’re honored to serve our community and provide trusted legal services to businesses, individuals, and government. Here’s to our vibrant future together! #BestLawOffice #SouthGeorgia #CommunityAppreciation #ColemanTalley

The Coleman Talley Team reigned supreme and took the grand prize award for Best Overall Chili out of 34 teams at the Jacksonville Bar Association Young Lawyers Section Chili Cook-Off! Proceeds for this year’s competition supported GameFace 4:13 Training Academy and the JBA/YLS Ribault Future Lawyers Program. Our team, complete with our adorable mascot, had a blast! #ChiliCookOff #CommunitySupport #GameFace413 #FutureLawyersProgram #YLSChiliCookoff

Our attorneys Cassie Brown, Hannah Anderson, and Drew Davidow, Esq. tuned into their creative sides at the Florida Women’s Affordable Housing Network‘s Galentines Day event in Jacksonville. Alongside crafting and snacking, they connected with their fellow colleagues in the affordable housing space. Events like these are invaluable for engaging with our community and collaborating!

Coleman Talley LLP extends congratulations to COOKSEY IRON & METAL CO INC and the Cooksey family on the successful sale of their 107-year-old business to Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co. (NYSE: RS). Our deal team was led by Cullen Byrne and Lake Jordan and included Darshini Nair and Kellsie Davis Ruane. The Cooksey’s have been long-term clients of our family office services practice, led by attorney Russ Henry. We…

Congratulations to IDP Properties, the Housing Authority of the City of Valdosta, and the City of Valdosta on today’s groundbreaking of Harvest Station Apartments. This new multifamily community will provide 80 units of affordable housing to Lowndes County and will make a significant impact on the housing needs in Valdosta, GA. The collaborative efforts between IDP Properties, the Valdosta…

Coleman Talley LLP, a leading Southeast law firm, is thrilled to announce Cassie Brown’s promotion to Partner effective January 1, 2024. “Cassie has significantly contributed to our firm’s growth in Jacksonville’s real estate market,” said Managing Partner Justin Scott. “Her leadership in affordable housing and commercial real estate has played a key role in our…

Attorney Hannah Anderson takes the crown in our Jacksonville office’s Tacky Holiday Sweater Competition! What a day of laughs and festive fun – Hannah’s winning sweater had us all in stitches! Swipe for the winning masterpiece and a glimpse of the fun that filled our office. #TackySweaterChamp #OfficeFun #HolidayLaughs

We’re pleased to welcome David Hasenauer as our newest Associate Attorney in the Valdosta office. David’s practice will focus on commercial real estate, government affairs, environmental law, zoning, and regulatory matters. David’s background is in regulated industries, legislation, and real estate development. A military veteran, David served as an infantryman in the Army for four years before…

For the third year in a row, Coleman Talley LLP’s Jacksonville office has had the opportunity to sponsor Christmas wish lists at Angelwood, Inc. This year, Coleman Talley was able to fulfill three wish lists for Angelwood residents – our team had a wonderful time shopping for each of the individuals. Through various services and programs, Angelwood serves…

Join us in congratulating associates, Drew Davidow, Esq. , Krissy Hosman, Jordan Stone, and Kellsie Davis Ruane , as they have all been officially sworn in to practice law!

Coleman Talley’s passion for housing and real estate goes beyond the development of commercial property transactions to the building of residential dreams with Habitat for Humanity of Jacksonville, Florida. We’re proud to be part of a team that actively gives back to our community.

Celebrating 5 Years in the Heart of Downtown Valdosta! In April 2017, we began the journey to transform the Historic Southern Salvage building, and by October 2018, our dream became a reality. We proudly mark our 5th anniversary! From groundbreaking to completion, every moment echoes our commitment to preserving the past and embracing the future.…

Attorneys Gregory Clark and Cassie Klusmeyer Brown represented Coleman Talley LLP at the Urban Land Institute‘s 2nd Annual Sport Clay Shoot. We were also honored to serve as the Lunch Sponsor! Coleman Talley is committed to supporting the community and fostering industry connections, and this event was the perfect blend of competition and camaraderie. Thanks to the Urban Land Institute and all the participants…