Douglas Kent Shelton

Douglas Kent Shelton

3.0
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 32 years

Probate Lawyer at Marietta, GA
Practice Areas: Probate, Adoption

305 Lawrence Street, Marietta, GA

About Douglas

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Probate 90%

- Estate Planning - Wills & Living Wills - Trusts - Guardianship

90%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 32 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1993

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Douglas Kent Shelton

305 Lawrence Street, Marietta, GA, 30060

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Douglas Kent Shelton's Reviews

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3.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by Paul | November 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Very Unhappy

I hired Kent to handle my post-divorce retirement action by my ex-wife. It took weeks and sometimes more than a month for him to return phone calls or emails. He was notified of a court date and didn't notify me because he didn't think it would occur. He finally notified me 2 days before the case t...hat was 1000 miles away from me. In my opinion, he was completely steam-rolled by the opposing attorney. In a follow-up action, he charged me a retainer based on going to court. He then got me locked into a bad settlement. It has been 3 months since I contacted him about settling the hours and refunding the balance with no response. I would recommend you find someone else.

Posted by anonymous | April 26, 2012 | Criminal Defense

Patient And Understanding, A Skilled Attorney

I went to Mr Shelton for a criminal matter. A multiple convicted felon was harassing and stalking myself and my family. Another local attorney refused to help me, but Mr Shelton immediately met with me. He is an outstanding listener, very patient and understanding. He clearly explained my options... and what he could do to get protection for my family and myself. Mr Shelton gets my highest recommendation for professionalism and the ability to work with a client. I followed his advice and ultimately, the stalker was prosecuted and jailed.

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Alexander Galloway

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Kent is an excellent lawyer who always puts his clients first."

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Jeffrey Turner

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Whenever I have a tricky criminal defense issue or anything with UCMJ, I give Kent a call. One of the most affable and reasonable attorneys I've ever worked with. He makes the clients feel comfortable and well-served. Top Shelf."

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Jason Swindle

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I fully endorse Kent Shelton. Kent is a skilled criminal defense attorney who has a history of getting good results for his clients. He is also well respected by his peers and the local judges."

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Work Experience

1993 - Present

Principal, Law Offices of D. Kent Shelton

Associations

1993 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

1993 - Present

Cobb County Bar Association

Member

2004 - 2012

State Bar of Georgia

Chair of the Military and Veterans Law Section

Education

1992

Mercer University - Walter F. George School of Law

Juris Doctor

1988

Southern Methodist University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

Annual Meeting

Military Divorce

Languages

English

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