Skilled and Responsive Atlanta-Area Attorneys
At Smith, Schroeder & O'Connell, our law firm's dedication to legal excellence has led to an unparalleled reputation in Decatur, the greater Atlanta area and throughout the Georgia legal community. We stress personal attention, responsiveness and accessibility. This straightforward approach helps you make decisions that resolve your legal needs in a manner that is effective, expeditious and affordable.
Our History
John James (Jim) O'Connell Jr. is one of the founding members of Smith, Schroeder & O'Connell. Mr. O'Connell founded the firm with the Honorable Billy Joe (B.J.) Smith, deceased (1932-1997), and Gregory Z. Schroeder, deceased (1950-2000).
Judge Smith was in private practice for many years, served as a magistrate court judge for over 20 years and in 1997 was commissioned by Governor Zell Miller as Senior Judge for DeKalb County, State of Georgia. Mr. Schroeder practiced law for many years and represented clients in the areas of divorce, criminal law, auto accidents, business law, probate, wills and trusts, and bankruptcy. Mr. O'Connell is licensed to practice law in Georgia and Montana, has practiced law for over 20 years and handles all types of legal matters and cases, including representing clients in litigation, trial and appellate matters. Mr. O'Connell was also the sole and lead trial and appellate counsel for a leading residential nuisance, trespass and water invasion case in Georgia.
Smith, Schroeder & O'Connell also works closely with William (Bill) K. Travis, who is "of counsel" to the firm. Mr. Travis practiced law with Mildred L. Kingloff, deceased, (1910-1998) from 1974 until her death and represents clients in the areas of family law and divorce. Ms. Kingloff was in private practice from 1930 until her death.
Contact the Lawyers at Smith, Schroeder & O’Connell
Client access to skilled attorneys has always been — and continues to be — of primary importance to our Decatur, Georgia, law firm. To talk with us about your legal concerns, contact us by e-mail or by phone at 404.418.8353 or toll free at 888.524.3986.
Free five-minute phone consultations are available for all cases. Se habla español.
