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4.9 /5.0
74 Client Reviews
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William R. Lester
also known as Bill Lester
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About William
Biography
Every person with a legal problem is entitled to find a competent counselor whom they trust to assist with their legal problems. That attorney needs to go to bat for their clients to resolve the problem in a swift and economical fashion. I take every client and every case as a serious commitment by a client to entrust me with their most personal of issues. I intend to fully reciprocate with an equal commitment to each client.
Finding an attorney to educate & assist you through the divorce process is the critical first step.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
40%
45 years | 1,500 cases
Child Custody
15%
45 years | 390 cases
Family
15%
45 years | 2,000 cases
Alimony
10%
45 years | 350 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2016 2014 2010
Licenses
Licensed in Georgia for 44 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1981
No misconduct found
Location
Fryer, Shuster, Lester & Pollack P.C.
(770) 670-7764
Fax
1050 Crown Pointe Parkway, Suite 410, Atlanta, GA, 30338
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Posted by anonymous | March 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Highly Recommended
Mr. Lester is an exceptional attorney; he took the time to explain all possible outcomes to me and guide me through each step in my divorce, helping me to feel comfortable throughout the process. Whenever I had a question, Mr. Lester was always very quick to respond. He is thoughtful and easy to work...
Posted by Thomas | January 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Exceptional!!
Unfortunately, I’ve made a few mistakes and poor decisions in my life. This is not the first time Mr Lester and his firm have come to my aid. The one thing for me, that sets Mr. Lester apart from most attorneys, aside from being a VERY talented and knowledgeable attorney, unlike most, there’s no ju...
Posted by Lindsey | August 01, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Highly recommended divorce attorney
Bill is an incredibly effective, level-headed and thoughtful attorney. Not only did he provide a high level of expertise and guidance throughout the divorce process, he was able to advise on what areas were worth pursuing and fighting and what was not, so that I did not incur unnecessary billable ho...
Posted by Danielle | February 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Experienced and Responsive Attorney
Bill Lester represented me in a contentious and challenging custody modification case in 2022. I was divorced in 2016 and wished to move myself and two sons to another state. I found Mr. Lester to be extremely clear, responsive, and thorough in all his communication. He listens astutely, documents ev...
Posted by Carolyn | May 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Complex child custody case
Bill and his team were able to navigate a complex child custody case that resulted in an agreeable settlement. Bill’s expertise in GA law, his leadership through out the case, and his ability to reach a reasonable solution met my expectations .
William R. Lester's Lawyer Endorsements
Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington
Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
"William has an outstanding reputation for zealously advocating for his clients and obtaining great results."
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"I endorse William. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"It is my pleasure to endorse Bill Lester. I was a law school classmate of Bill's and we have been friends for over 30 years. Bill has built his practice around the outstanding service and intelligence that he brings to all of his cases. I have no hesitancey in referring potential clients to him for either divorces or business dissolutions."
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Thomas Holder
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Experience
Honors
2017
AV Rated, Martindale Hubbell
2016
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1991
State Bar Of Georgia Bar Association Newsletter Award, State Bar Of Georgia
1990
AV Peer Review Rating 25+ years, Martindale Hubbell
Work Experience
1997 - Present
Partner, Fryer, Shuster & Lester P.C.
1991 - 1997
Partner, Freed, Lester & Berman P.C.
1986 - 1991
Partner, Gershon, Olim, Katz, Loeb & Lester P.C.
1984 - 1986
General Counsel, Friends of Children, Inc
1981 - 1984
Associate, Zachary & Segraves
1980 - 1981
Intern, Honorable Joel J. Fryer, Superior Court of Fulton County
Associations
2013 - Present
Visions AnewSpeaker Qualifications Committee - Chair
Atlanta Bar Association
Member
Federal Bar Association
Member
State Bar of Georgia
Member
Georgia Trial Lawyers Association
Member
1990 - 1991
DeKalb Bar AssociationPresident
1989 - 1990
DeKalb Bar AssociationVice President - President Elect
1988 - 1989
DeKalb Bar AssociationTreasurer
Sample of Legal Cases
Perkins v. Haines, 661 F.3d 623, 2011
Trustee was denied.
Darroch v. Willis, 286 Ga. 566,690 S.E.2d 410, 2010
Case settled for client after appeal.
Alternative Health Care systems, Inc. v. McCown, 237 Ga.App. 355, 514 S.E.2d 691, 1999
Appeal denied
Lane v. Spragg, 244 Ga.App 606,481 S.E.2d 592, 1997
Atlantic Steel Credit Union v. Shephard 204 Ga. App 297, 419 S.E.2d 132, 1992
Appeal denied
Kelly Energy Systems, Inc. v. Board of Com'rs of Clarke County, 196 Ga.App. 519, 396 S.E.2d 498, 1990
Established case law in Georgia that a failure to include a claim of payment in a Pre-trial Order will allow the exclusion of evidence of payment at trial. Verdict upheld on appeal.
Privitera v. Addison, 190 Ga.App. 102, 378 S.E.2d 312, 1989
Sheftelman v. Jones, 667 F.Supp. 859, Fed. Sec. L. Rep. P 93,341, N.D.Ga.
Case settled after over 5 years of extensive litigation, including over 35 depositions and numerous motions and appeals.
Education
1981
Emory University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1978
Tulane University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Visions Anew Institute Boot Camp
How To Start The Divorce Process
2015
Visions Anew Institute Divorce Workshop 101
What Happens If You Want To Divorce?
2014
Visions Anew Institute Conference
Get Out Of that Abusive Relationship Now!
1992
Child Custody Seminar for Family Law Attorneys
Child Custody and Visitation in Georgia
1989
Northern District of Georgia Bancruptcy Section
Family Law for the Bankruptcy Court
Publications
2015
Visions Anew Workshop
What to Expect in Your Divorce.
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers