Justin O’Dell and Leslie O’Neal Proud Co-chairs of the Center for Family Resources Annual Gala

The Center for Family Resources (CFR) is gearing up to host its 2023 Annual Gala, A Night in Paris, on April 15, 2023. This is their largest fundraising event of the year and the proceeds will support the CFR’s mission to reduce childhood homelessness by serving and empowering families through prevention, crisis intervention, housing support, education, and compassionate care management.

O’Dell O’Neal Hungerford and Blanchard has been a long-time supporter of the Center for Family Resources and is a proud sponsor of this year’s event. Justin O’Dell and Leslie O’Neal also have the privilege of being this year’s co-chairs, and we are grateful that they have stepped up to pursue this role.

Will you join us for an unforgettable Night in Paris?

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Ready for Spring Cleaning? Make Sure to Include Documents in Your List!

As the trees begin to show their green and the flowers their colorful hues, we are once again reminded of a time to let go of old items and brighten up the spaces around our homes and offices with a bit of spring cleaning! As you begin to develop a list of items and rooms to declutter and organize, don’t forget to include your old documents.

Get your documents in check this spring cleaning with the following tips:

  1. Legal agreements – Usually, contracts and other legally binding documents should be kept in a safe space. These may include business contracts, house deeds, birth and marriage certificates, etc. While you may have a digital copy, it is always a good idea to keep documents of this kind in hand.
  2. Financial Documents – Records such as credit card statements and bank statements can be kept in a digital format to help you save physical space. Remember, financial institutions may only be able to provide you with digital statements that date back a couples of months to years, so ensure to download and save your monthly statements in your personal drive.
  3. Medical Records – While healthcare providers maintain an electronic copy of your records, it is always a good idea to store your printed records as they pertain to treatments and bills. If you have access to an online account, go paperless and download and save your digital records in your personal drive.
  4. Purchase Receipts – If you have purchased electronics or devices that include warranties and other types of benefits after purchasing, keep your receipts for the time noted by the store rep or manufacturer, and even ask for a digital copy. For big retailers, they may also keep a receipt copy for you if you provided an email address or phone number during your purchase.
  5. Other Documents – Any other document that you may have lying around can possibly be thrown away (recycled). Before you do, consider the following: Expiration dates, promo codes, personal information, and any other info that is important to you. Still, you can dispose of old mail, old flyers, receipts and more.

Once you have organized and stored your documents accordingly, consider if there are any other documents you may be missing that can be developed with the help of a legal expert.

At O’Dell O’Neal Hungerford and Blanchard, or legal team is ready to support you and your legal needs. Contact us if you need further assistance>>

 

Join Us at the 2023 Cobb Life Magazine Best Of Cobb Celebration on March 23!

It is almost time to find out the names of the 2023 Best of Cobb winners! Join Cobb Life Magazine and the Marietta Daily Journal for the 2023 Cobb Life Magazine Best Of Cobb Celebration on March 23.

O’Dell, O’Neal, Hungerford & Blanchard is a presenting sponsor, and we are looking forward to connecting with you at the event and celebrating the work and dedication of so many local businesses and service providers from our area.

Time: 5:30 PM-8:00 PM

Location: Jim R. Miller Event Center | Callaway Road Southwest Marietta, GA 30008

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Guardianship & Conservatorship Services

Deciding when it is time to set up a guardianship or conservatorship for a family member can be very taxing on everyone involved. In many situations, external forces such as hospitals, skilled nursing facilities and nursing homes are providing pressure on the family to have a decision made. As families navigate the process of ensuring the care of a loved one, disputes may arise over whether a guardian or conservator is even necessary and who should serve.

What is the Difference between a Guardianship and a Conservatorship?

Guardianship – A guardianship is a probate court appointment of a guardian to make decisions for an adult who has lost sufficient capacity to make or communicate significant responsible decisions concerning an individual’s health or safety. The power of a guardian over the person of his or her ward is like that of the parent over his or her child, but only to the extent necessary for the adult’s actual limitations and in the least restrictive manner possible while observing that adult’s individual rights and dignity.

Conservatorship – It is a designation based upon the same principle as guardianship except the adult has lost sufficient capacity to make or communicate significant responsible decisions concerning “the management of his or her property.”
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At O’Dell, O’Neal, Hungerford & Blanchard, our legal team is ready to support you and your family to come to the best decision that will ensure your loved one’s wishes and well-being are a priority. We are highly experienced in helping families understand the differences between guardianship and conservatorships, and help them reach a conclusion of when one of these services is needed.

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Top Honors from Super Lawyers

Congratulations are in order for our firm’s partners, Justin O’Dell, Leslie O’Neal, Leslee Hungerford and Alyssa Blanchard, for being selected as top-rated attorneys in Marietta by Super Lawyers in the Super Lawyers and Rising Stars categories.

Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Their patented attorney selection process, which is peer influenced and research-driven, selects and recognizes the top 5% of attorneys to the Super Lawyers list each year.

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We are so proud of your accomplishments and grateful for the support you provide our clients.

Love for Our Craft, Love for Our Community

To our wonderful clients and community,

Every day, individuals walk through our doors looking for legal support and insight, and every day, our team has the opportunity to connect with them and provide our support.

At O’Dell, O’Neal, Hungerford & Blanchard, we love our craft and the opportunity to serve our clients with the best legal solutions for their needs.

We love our local community and being able to support local causes by participating in different events through sponsorships and activities.

We are honored to be chosen as a trusted local legal source and community member. Thank you for your trust and support.

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Legal Support for Construction Cases

The construction industry creates an abundance of legal claims and disputes, and they can come from anyone involved in the building and buying of a property.

Some of these disputes include:

  • Claims of negligent or defective construction
  • Issues with permits
  • Issues with the development or rezoning of neighboring properties
  • Issues with contractors and subcontractors
  • Issues with job injury claims

As with many other areas of the law, construction disputes are best resolved when a positive outcome for all parties can be obtained. In the context of a construction case, a resolution may include a financial settlement, a court-ordered remediation of the poor workmanship or a payment for fair services rendered. In the context of zoning, the firm is able to advance the interests of either homeowners or developers to ensure that the project that ultimately moves forward is in keeping with the best interests of the community.

At O’Dell, O’Neal, Hungerford & Blanchard, our legal team is ready to support your legal needs with outstanding expertise and service. Our attorneys are experienced in serving clients on both ends of construction cases and will be by your side to find the best resolution.

Contact us today to make your consultation appointment.

Vote for Us for Best of Cobb 2023!

Thank you so much for nominating O’Dell, O’Neal, Hungerford & Blanchard for Best of Cobb 2023! Voting is now open for various categories, and our team has been nominated for the following:

  • Attorney-Civil: Justin O’Dell
  • Attorney-Corporate: Nick Booth
  • Attorney-Family/Divorce: Alyssa Blanchard
  • Attorney-Individual: Leslie O’Neal
  • Attorney-Tax & Estate: Leslee Hungerford
  • Overall Law Firm: O’Dell, O’Neal, Hungerford, and Blanchard
  • Overall Attorney: Justin O’Dell

Voting is open until 1/20 11:59 pm, and it is one vote per email, per sub-category, per day. Thank you for your support!

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Personal Legal Matters Require the Best Legal Support

When it comes to legal support in personal matters, there is no area of the law which is more personal or more critical than Family Law. Within this type of practice, we find various situations that may affect the welfare of children, earnings and earning potential of spouses and the accumulated wealth of the family.

Family Law cases include:

  • Divorce
  • Custody and Visitation Arrangements
  • Child Support
  • Alimony
  • Division of Property (including asset valuation)
  • Attorney’s Fees in a Legal Dispute

Learn more about our Family Law services and contact our legal team at O’Dell, O’Neal, Hungerford, and Blanchard for your legal needs.

Legal Issues with Residential of Commercial Property? We Got You Covered!

For residential and commercial property owners, legal issues may arise from disputes with neighbors, homeowner’s associations, tenants, landlords, mortgage lenders and government and utility companies. It is times like these where the owners may need the support of an experienced and knowledgeable legal team.

Our experts at O’Dell, O’Neal, Hungerford, and Blanchard are here to ensure your Real Estate cases are properly managed thanks to our vast legal experience and expertise in surveying, property values, property taxation, title and landlord and tenant rights. Learn more about our work below:

Disputes Between Neighbors/Homeowner’s Associations – Sometimes, disputes with neighbors happen due to the location of boundary lines, trespassing issues or various nuisances. Disputes may also develop with the neighborhood association due to issues with how the rules and procedures are interpreted. In any of the instances, we will work with you to help find constructive solutions and outcomes.

Condemnation and Eminent Domain – There are times where the government or the utility company looks to acquire a residential or commercial property for the least amount of money possible, leading to legal action; the process of defending a condemnation or eminent domain action can seem confusing and overwhelming, which may lead property owners to concede and accept the minimal offer presented.

To maximize the outcome and funds of your case, our team can review and defend these actions. We will make sure that all of the potential damages and harms caused by the taking are evaluated.

As you navigate your Real Estate and Property Law case, our team at O’Neal, Hungerford, and Blanchard will be here to support you. Contact us to schedule a consultation.