Personalized attention from the Law Offices of Tanya D. Jeffords & Associates
At our law firm you will find experienced lawyers and staff, who will listen, and provide you with the best legal advice and representation. Jacque D. Hawk is Of Counsel. If you or someone you care about is facing a legal problem involving civil rights violations, criminal law, employment and labor law, or personal injury, and you need a lawyer you can trust, who will be an advocate for you and will treat you with respect, then you have come to the right law office. Our experienced lawyers and staff are dedicated to providing excellent legal representation, as well as upfront personal attention, care and respect. Sometimes, the problems you are facing may seem too big for you to handle alone. If that is the case, we can provide you with experienced legal advice and representation driven by a proven model for success: Preparation and the Power of Prayer. We serve clients throughout the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA), with law offices in both Georgia and South Carolina. We handle both criminal and civil matters.
Attorneys
Attorney Tanya D. Jeffords
Tanya D. Jeffords is a successful trial lawyer who protects and defends her clients in the areas of criminal law, employment and labor law, personal injury law, and civil rights litigation. Her motto for success is Preparation and the Power of Prayer. She earned her undergraduate degree from Augusta State University and her Juris Doctorate from Mercer University, Walter F. George School of Law in 2001. She is licensed to practice law in both Georgia and South Carolina. Mrs. Jeffords believes in helping her clients and their families to find solutions to their problems within the judicial system by way of fierce and caring advocacy. Some clients have nicknamed her the “Tiger”.
Attorney Kenneth Ratley
Kenneth Ratley is from Charlotte, North Carolina, having graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of North Carolina School of Law where he was a member of the First Amendment Law Review, Teen Court, and the Honor Court. Mr. Ratley is currently licensed to practice law in Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina. While practicing law in North Carolina, Mr. Ratley focused on the areas of criminal defense, business formation, employment and labor law policy, trademark, intellectual property and civil litigation. His ability to approach each situation from different perspectives in order to find the best solution helped him build a reputation as a trusted advisor for many.
Attorney Erin Wingo
Erin Wingo is the newest associate to join The Law Offices of Tanya D. Jeffords & Associates. Ms. Wingo earned her undergraduate degree from Clemson University with a major in Political Science and minor in Legal Studies. She is a 2022 graduate of Mercer University, Walter F. George School of Law where she was a member of the Association of Women Law Students and the Client Counseling Team. She was a Regional Finalist in the 2021 Client Counseling Competition which shows in her ability to listen, understand, and counsel prospective clients and current clients with compassion. Ms. Wingo was also awarded the Outstanding Solicitor Award for her achievements in Client Counseling.
In The News
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August 5, 2013
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