How much does it cost to hire B. for a adoption case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. B. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does B. offer a free consultation?

B. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain B.'s office. Some adoption attorneys offer free consults — check B.'s current terms during booking.

How long do adoption cases in Georgia typically take?

Simple adoption matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. B. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can B. take my case if I'm outside Macon?

B. is licensed in Georgia. Matters governed by Georgia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — B. will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

What should I bring to my first meeting with B.?

Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. B. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is B. accepting new adoption clients right now?

B.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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B. Dave Driggers, Adoption Attorney in Macon, Georgia

Over 25 years of legal practice · focused on Adoption, Business, and Car Accidents · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Managing PartneratB. Dave Driggers, PC

Macon, GA

Practicing adoption in Macon since 2001.

25+: Years practicing
5.0 ★: 1 client review
1: Bar admission

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B. Dave Driggers is a managing partner based in Macon, GA. The practice focuses on Adoption, Business, and Car Accidents. B. has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at B. Dave Driggers, PC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in: Macon, GA
Experience: over 25 years
Known for: Adoption · Business · Car Accidents

Handles Adoption, Business, and Car Accidents matters from Macon, GA.
Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
Recognized with BV Distinguished.

Areas of practice

Legal matters B. takes on

B. concentrates on adoption, business, car accidents, child custody, and child support. Each area below outlines the kind of case B. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Adoption cases in Macon, Georgia

B. takes adoption matters in Macon, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before B. agrees to represent you.

Business cases in Macon, Georgia

B. takes business matters in Macon, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before B. agrees to represent you.

Car Accidents cases in Macon, Georgia

B. takes car accidents matters in Macon, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before B. agrees to represent you.

Child Custody cases in Macon, Georgia

B. takes child custody matters in Macon, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before B. agrees to represent you.

Child Support cases in Macon, Georgia

B. takes child support matters in Macon, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before B. agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet B. Dave Driggers — adoption lawyer in Macon

B. Dave Driggers was born in Louisville, Kentucky. Thereafter, he moved to Birmingham, Alabama; Morgantown, West Virginia, and then to Conyers, Georgia where he graduated high school and still has friends and family in the area. While residing in the Metro Atlanta area, he owned and operated several small businesses prior to attending law school.

Dave received a B.S. from Georgia College & State University and a J. D. from John Marshall Law School. He was admitted to practice law in Georgia in 2001. He is licensed to practice in all of the Courts in Georgia including the Supreme Court and Court of Appeals, and the U.S. District Court for the Middle and Northern Districts of Georgia. Dave is also licensed to practice in the Supreme Court of the United States.

He began practicing law in Macon in 2001 with the law firm of Burnette & Driggers, LLC in which he was a founding member. In July, 2008, Dave joined with Kice H. Stone to form Stone & Driggers, LLC.

In July, 2020, Dave opened his own solo practice in Macon, Georgia.

Dave is a member of the Macon Bar Association; American Association of Justice; Georgia Trial Lawyers Association; American Bar Association;and the William A. Bootle American Inns of Court.9

Notable accomplishments include recognition as a Legal Elite Top Lawyer in Georgia Trend magazine for Family Law in 2013. In 2016, Mr. Driggers co-authored an article with Jarome Gautreaux entitled "Divorce and Personal Injury Claims: Who Gets the Money?" The article was published in the Georgia Trial Lawyers magazine and The Family Law Review magazine, both of the State Bar of Georgia. The same year Mr. Driggers was also asked to speak and publish a paper at the "Nuts and Bolts of Family Law" seminar in Savannah, Georgia on the topic of "Common Pitfalls of Divorce." Mr. Driggers has also been a guest lecturer at Mercer law school.

Dave concentrates his practice of law in the following areas: Civil Trial Practice; Family Law (including Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support, Legitimation, and Adoption); Probate; Personal Injury and Business Litigation. He has trial experience in divorce, child custody, personal injury, criminal defense, business litigation, defective construction cases, and probate matters.

Dave has resided in Macon since 1994 having moved to the area with his wife of 21 years, Ms. Holly Hamrick Driggers, who is a lifelong resident of Macon. The Driggers have three children. Dave has been active in coaching all three of his children in athletic activities. His hobbies include fishing, music, reading, and sports.

Honors

• Legal Elite Top Lawyer in Georgia Trend Magazine, 2013

Classes & Seminars

• Speaker, Common Pitfalls of Divorce, Nuts and Bolts of Family Law

• Guest Lecturer, Mercer Law School

Past Positions

• Burnette & Driggers, LLC, Founding Member, 2001 to 2008

• Stone & Driggers, LLC, Founding Member, 2008 to 2020

Published Works

• Co-Author, Divorce and Personal Injury Claims: Who Gets the Money?, Georgia Trial Lawyers magazine and The Family Law Review magazine

Professional Associations

• Macon Bar Association, Member

• American Association of Justice, Member

• American Bar Association, Member

• Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, Member

• Macon Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

• Middle Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, Secretary, 2010

• William A. Bootle American Inns of Court, Member

How B. handles adoption matters

The kind of cases B. takes

B. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adoption, business, and car accidents matters in Macon and the surrounding Georgia area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

John Marshall Law School
J.D. · 2000
Georgia College & State University
B.S. · 1997

Jurisdictions

B.'s state bar admissions

Georgia
2001 · ACTIVE

B. studied at J.D. in John Marshall Law School and B.S. in Georgia College & State University.

Law school and academic background

B. completed J.D. in John Marshall Law School and B.S. in Georgia College & State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice B. runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

B. has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Affiliations

B.'s professional memberships and bar associations

Macon Bar Association American Association of Justice American Bar Association Georgia Trial Lawyers Association Macon Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Middle Georgia Trial Lawyers Association
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Locations

B. Dave Driggers's office in Macon

B.'s primary office is at 778 Mulberry Street, Macon, GA, 31201. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

B. Dave Driggers, PC

778 Mulberry Street

Macon, GA 31201

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Client feedback

Client reviews of B. Dave Driggers — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of B.. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adoption attorneys in Macon.

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Hiring guide

How to hire B. Dave Driggers — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new adoption attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with B. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

B. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain B.'s office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; B. will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a adoption attorney in Macon, Georgia

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adoption matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for B.

B. discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adoption practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adoption matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. B. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

B.'s office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adoption practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about B. Dave Driggers

How much does it cost to hire B. for a adoption case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. B. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does B. offer a free consultation?
B. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain B.'s office. Some adoption attorneys offer free consults — check B.'s current terms during booking.
How long do adoption cases in Georgia typically take?
Simple adoption matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. B. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can B. take my case if I'm outside Macon?
B. is licensed in Georgia. Matters governed by Georgia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — B. will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with B.?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. B. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is B. accepting new adoption clients right now?
B.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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