Alton H. Branson

Alton H. Branson

also known as A.H. "Dusty" Branson

5.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 43 years

Probate Lawyer at Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas: Probate, Estate Planning, Adoption, Guardianship

3355 Lenox Road NE, Suite 750-A, Atlanta, GA

About Alton

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Probate 70%

Probate is the legal process by which the Probate Court recognizes a deceased person’s Will as legitimate and is the general term used to describe the administration of an estate. The estate representative's job is to collect the assets, pay the bills and expenses of the estate and to then distribute the remaining assets to the beneficiaries named in the Will, or if no Will exists, then to the persons named under Georgia Law to inherit property from one who dies without a valid Will.

44 years

70%
Estate Planning 20%

Estate Planning is the name often given to the process by which the total disposition of your estate is made. This includes distribution of property in your name at the time of death, but may sometimes include plans to handle your estate while still living. Estate Planning may be used to minimize taxes, or can even include trusts allowing you to name a person to hold and distribute part or all of your estate to support, educate or otherwise distribute funds long after your death.

44 years

20%
Adoption 5%

44 years

5%
Guardianship 5%

18 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 300-300 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 43 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1982

Emeritus

No misconduct found

Location

Branson Law, P.C.

3355 Lenox Road NE, Suite 750-A, Atlanta, GA, 30326

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Alton H. Branson's Reviews

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4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Reg | November 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

...helped us through such a difficult and traumatic period in our lives.

Although we have never met and have only spoken over the phone, Terry and I feel our relationship runs deep with you as a direct result of the comfort you have given us. Our words can never express the feelings we have for how you have helped us through such a difficult and traumatic period in our l...ives. For too many years we have felt nothing less than victims but you have seen us through to the other side. Your words to us were always nothing less than comforting. During every call you joined in our feelings of frustration but you were always able to bring luminescence to the situation. Your level of intelligence and integrity in dealing with the matter continues to impress me and your ability to still have a sense of humor that puts my wife at calm is priceless. Thank you over and over again, Dusty. We look forward to a rapid closure in our matter but will miss the conversation with you. God Bless you. Sincerest regards, Reg

Posted by Diana | October 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

Will and Health Directive Preparation Assistance

I hired Mr. Branson to assist me in preparing my will. What I found out, was that I had hired an attorney that not only assisted in preparing my will, but also one that made me aware of the health, long term care and end of life decisions that I could make now and take the burden off my family. I app...reciated Mr. Branson's presentation and explanation of the information, and even more, his thorough care and expertise. From him I not only received legal assistance, but peace of mind as well.

Posted by Jerry | July 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Trusts and Health Directives

Mr. Branson was welcoming and attentive to our questions and inquiries related to the matter of trusts and healthcare care directives. His explanations were clear and understandable and he was pro-active in making the necessary inquiries of us so as to guide us to the best plan for our objectives. He... also discussed timelines and summary of costs. We would highly recommend him as a legal source.

Posted by anonymous | August 18, 2011 | Estate Planning

Dusty Branson has a great personality

I was pleased with his services. He kept me in touch during the preparation of my estate documents

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Alton H. Branson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joel Arogeti

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have know Alton H. "Dusty" Branson for over 35 years. He combines substantive knowledge and skill with the refreshing ability to communicate to clients in a way that is comprehensible. We have worked with mutual clients and I endorse him as an estate planning attorney."

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Glenn Lyon

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Dusty for my clients' estate planning needs."

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Robert Hughes

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dusty is one of the finest and experienced lawyers I know. His knowledge of estate planning for both high net worth people as well as the average person is remarkable. Dusty's location next to Lenox Square is easily accessible for midtown folks. I cannot say enough about Dusty's commitment to handling his client's needs."

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Joe Queen

Probate lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Dusty and I have worked together on a number of complex probate and superior court disputes and his knowledge of the law is outstanding. He has great solutions for complex and unique issues. I unreservedly endorse Dusty for all probate, estate, and related issues."

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Work Experience

1985 - Present

Owner, Branson Law, P.C.

1982 - 1992

Director, Trust Division, Rabin County Bank

Associations

2008 - Present

Atlanta Bar Association, Estate Planning and Probate Section

member

1982 - Present

American Bar Association, Real Property, Trust and Estate Law Section

Member

1982 - Present

State Bar of Georgia, Fiduciary Law Section, Estate Planning Section

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Estate Planning

Successfully Drafted

Simple use of a Trust

Protection of a child

Guardianship/Trust

We were able to have a court appointed attorney hold funds for the minor children

Estate Case

We prevailed. The other daughter withdrew her petition.

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Education

1982

Emory University

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

Georgia State University

B.B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2015

Basic Estate Planning

Wills & Trusts - Information You Need to Know

2014

Trusts for the average individual

Trusts

Publications

Languages

French

English

Activity

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