Michelle Turner Thompson

Michelle Turner Thompson

also known as Michelle T. Thompson

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 11 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning

4 Lenox Pointe NE, Suite A, Atlanta, GA

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 11 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2014

Inactive Member in Good Standing

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Location

Thompson Legacy Law

4 Lenox Pointe NE, Suite A, Atlanta, GA, 30324

Thompson Legacy Law, LLC

4 Lenox Pointe NE, Suite A, Atlanta, GA, 30324

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Michelle Turner Thompson's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Responsiveness

Posted by Merle | March 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Client

Ms. Thompson has been very responsive from the start to the present. She takes time explain legal terms and processes (ongoing). She is always professional and pleasant. She appears to have extensive knowledge in the area of Estate Planning.

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Michelle Turner Thompson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alex Merritt

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Michelle to be an intelligent, hard-working attorney who truly cares about her clients. She is my referral for all cases involving estate planning and elder law."

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Kierston Phillips

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Michelle is a very skilled attorney and a very caring person. Estate planning allows people to secure the unknown. I would highly recommend Michelle for anyone wanting to plan estate. She is thorough and looks out for the best interest for each client's unique situation."

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Marcus Thorpe

Trusts lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer immensely. I have had the opportunity to work hand in hand with her and observe her work product. She is extremely talented and has a bright future ahead of her."

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Debra Dutton

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a very capable and trustworthy attorney. I recommend her with confidence."

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Eric von Hacke

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 15

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"Attorney Thompson is a fierce advocate for her clients and has always been quick to respond to her clients. I endorse her as an attorney."

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Thomas Lyman

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Friend

"Michelle is the only person my firm refers estate planning clients to. Her and her firm work tirelessly to go the extra mile in helping people make sure their affairs are in order. I highly recommend her to everyone I encounter."

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Victoria Collier

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michelle has a true passion to create solid plans for seniors that will help them feel secure in their future. When I cannot personally help a client, I do not hesitate to refer them to Michelle. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeremiah Van Dora

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Hands down the most knowledgable and effective estate planning attorney I know. I wholeheartedly recommend Michelle to anyone in need of estate planning."

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Anne Turner

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Friend

"Michelle is an excellent attorney. She is hardworking and forward thinking -- two traits that are crucial for an effective estate planner. I frequently refer my existing clients and friends to her for their estate planning needs."

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Sally Fox

Wills and living wills lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michelle is a great lawyer! She is ethical, professional and passionate about her work. She truly cares for her clients and I highly recommend her."

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Holly Waltman

Unknown lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I met Michelle on her first day of law school. She was and always has been professional, kind, and courteous. She is a shinning star in the legal community and I would trust anyone I cared about to be represented by her. She is the meaning of a true and fierce advocate. This is someone you want to represent you!"

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Kenneth Crosson

Estate planning lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michelle brings to the practice of estate planning a deep, personal passion for ensuring that a person's last wishes are discovered and fully considered, incorporated into a robust plan, and then carried out after that person passes on. You can tell it his her mission to make sure her clients' estates are distributed the way they really wanted them to be, and not diverted by the squabbles and intrigues that pop up in so many estate distributions. If you want to make sure that your wishes are carried out after you pass on, Michelle is the right lawyer to help you with your estate plan."

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Jennifer Gore

Estate planning lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michelle is a knowledgeable and compassionate advocate for your Estate Planning needs. She understands the high stakes of getting your estate plans right. I happily endorse her with confidence."

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Elizabeth Noellien

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michelle is a remarkable attorney. I recommend her for legal services because I am impressed with her focus and attention to her clients, while still being efficient and expertly navigating complex estate planning and related issues."

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2006

First Female Officer, East Point Fire Department

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Owner, Thompson Legacy Law, LLC

Associations

2015 - Present

National Association of Elder Law Attorneys

Member

2015 - Present

ElderCounsel

Member

2014 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Special Needs Trust

Planning in place, family is protected

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Education

2013

John Marshall (Atlanta)

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

University of North Carolina, Greensboro

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2016

What is Elder Law? Elder Law

2016

The Challenges of Dementia Navigating a Diagnosis of Dementia

2016

Prudential Financial - Estate Planning for Your Future Future

Estate Planning

2016

High Velocity Radio Show Interview Estate Planning & Elder Law

2016

3 Easy Steps to Protecting Your Estate Estate Planning

2009

City of East Point - Board of Ethics Training for Newly Elected Officials

Ethics

Publications

2016

Estate & Elder Law Blog How to Choose an Executor or Trustee

2015

2015

2015

2015

2015

Estate & Elder Law Blog Estate Planning & Divorce in Georgia

2013

John Marshall Law Review Honest Services Fraud: Eliminating the Duty Element

Languages

English

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