James Allen Hammontree
also known as Allen Hammontree, J. Allen Hammontree
About James
Biography
Allen obtained both his undergraduate and law degrees from the University of Georgia, earning his Juris Doctorate in 1993. He was admitted to practice before Georgia state and federal courts in 1993.
Allen is a former member of the Georgia House of Representatives, having been elected to 3 terms by the people of the 4th House District of Georgia from 1996-2002. He chose to leave elected office as he and his wife were adopting their first child. He has served as a member of the Georgia Judicial Nominating Commission, providing screening for judical applicants to Governor Sonny Purdue. Allen has also served as a member of the Dalton Whitfield County Joint Development Authority and The Dalton Whitfield Chamber of Commerce Executive Board.
He is the Judge of the Municipal Court for the City of Varnell GA.
Allen is married to Melody Hammontree and they have 3 daughters, Harmony, Hannah Grace and Hope. They are members of Crosspointe Church.
His practice emphasis is personal injury and medical malpractice. Allen is also a registered mediator.
He is licensed in Georgia and Tennessee and actively practices in both states.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
20 years
33 years
30 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
25%-40%
Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.
Search our directory
Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.
Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.
Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.
Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Tennessee for 16 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in Georgia for 32 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
The Hammontree Firm, LLC
2716 Cleveland Highway, Dalton, GA, 30721
Ad
Transform legal challenges into solutions.
Connect now to review your situation.
James Allen Hammontree's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
3 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews
Posted by L | April 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
He was the only lawyer that would help me (malpractice)
He is the most kind attorney I have worked with. He is currently working on my malpractice suit and disability. His team work tirelessly for me and to answer all of my questions. He is the only attorney that would take my case.
Posted by anonymous | May 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Wrongful Death
I contacted Mr. Hammontree about my case he told me what had to be done I gave him all the information he need for my case
Posted by ronnie white | March 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Medical Malpractice
malpractice
I HIRED MR.HAMMONTREE. FOR A POSSIBLE MALPRACTICE SUIT. AND LEFT HIM ALL OF MY MEDICAL INFORMATION. HE EXPLAINED A LOT OF THINGS THAT HAD TO BE DONE TO PROVE IT WAS A MALPRACTICE SUIT.
James Allen Hammontree's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Allen is an excellent medical malpractice attorney. He has a great understanding of the medical issues and the responsibilities of the medical community. You cannot go wrong by choosing Allen to protect you family in this area of the law."
Real estate lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2024
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1999
Recognition of Lawyer Legislators, Georgia Supreme Court
Work Experience
1996 - Present
Attorney, Goddard Hammontree and Bolding, LLC
2008 - 2014
Judge, Town of Cohutta
1997 - 2002
State Representative, Georgia House Of Representatives
1993 - 1996
Attorney, Coppedge Goddard & Leman
Associations
Member
Member
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
subject to confidential settlement
Education
1993
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
A.B
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers