
D. Tully Hazell, Business Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment Contracts, and Formation · 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
PartneratBurr & Forman LLP
Atlanta, GA
Practicing business in Atlanta since 1986.
- 40+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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D. Tully Hazell is a partner based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment Contracts, and Formation. D. has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Burr & Forman LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Atlanta, GA
- Experience
- over 40 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment Contracts · Formation
- Handles Business, Employment Contracts, and Formation matters from Atlanta, GA.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About D. Tully Hazell: D. Tully Hazell is a partner based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment Contracts, and Formation. D. has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Burr & Forman LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by D. Tully Hazell
D. concentrates on business, employment contracts, formation, international, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case D. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Employment Contracts
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Formation
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Litigation
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Business cases in Atlanta, Georgia
D. takes business matters in Atlanta, 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 D. agrees to represent you.
Employment Contracts cases in Atlanta, Georgia
D. takes employment contracts matters in Atlanta, 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 D. agrees to represent you.
Formation cases in Atlanta, Georgia
D. takes formation matters in Atlanta, 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 D. agrees to represent you.
International cases in Atlanta, Georgia
D. takes international matters in Atlanta, 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 D. agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Atlanta, Georgia
D. takes litigation matters in Atlanta, 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 D. agrees to represent you.
Biography
About D. Tully Hazell — Over 40 years of Georgia business experience
D. Tully Hazell is a partner based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment Contracts, and Formation. D. has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Burr & Forman LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Mr. D. Tully Hazell is a lawyer practicing business & succession planning, business formation, employee benefits & executive compensation and 7 other areas of law. D. received a B.S. degree from University of Colorado, and has been licensed for 40 years. D. practices at Burr & Forman LLP in Atlanta, GA.
How D. handles business matters
Mr. D. Tully Hazell is a lawyer practicing business & succession planning, business formation, employee benefits & executive compensation and 7 other areas of law. D. received a B.S. degree from University of Colorado, and has been licensed for 40 years. D. practices at Burr & Forman LLP in Atlanta, GA.
The kind of cases D. takes
D. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment contracts, and formation matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.
Credentials
D. Tully Hazell's legal education and bar admissions
George Washington University School of Law J.D. with honors George Washington University School of Law J.D. 1982-85
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University of Colorado B.S. with honors University of Colorado B.S. 1978-82 University of Colorado B.S. with honors University of Colorado B.S. 1978-82 University of Colorado B.A. with honors
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Jurisdictions
D.'s state bar admissions
Georgia
1986 · ACTIVE
D. studied at — in George Washington University School of Law J.D. with honors George Washington University School of Law J.D. 1982-85 and — in University of Colorado B.S. with honors University of Colorado B.S. 1978-82 University of Colorado B.S. with honors University of Colorado B.S. 1978-82 University of Colorado B.A. with honors.
Law school and academic background
D. completed — in George Washington University School of Law J.D. with honors George Washington University School of Law J.D. 1982-85 and — in University of Colorado B.S. with honors University of Colorado B.S. 1978-82 University of Colorado B.S. with honors University of Colorado B.S. 1978-82 University of Colorado B.A. with honors. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice D. runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of D. Tully Hazell
D. has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
D.'s professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Associations •American Bar Association •State Bar of Georgia •Atlanta Bar Association
membership
Locations
D. Tully Hazell's office in Atlanta
D.'s primary office is at 171 Seventeenth Street, NW, Suite 1100, Atlanta, GA, 30363. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Burr & Forman LLP
171 Seventeenth Street, NW, Suite 1100
Atlanta, GA 30363
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Client reviews of D. Tully Hazell — 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of D.. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Atlanta.
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How to hire D. Tully Hazell — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with D. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
D. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain D.'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; D. will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 D.
D. discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. D. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
D.'s office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about D. Tully Hazell
How much does it cost to hire D. for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. D. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does D. offer a free consultation?
D. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain D.'s office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check D.'s current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Georgia typically take?
Simple business 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. D. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can D. take my case if I'm outside Atlanta?
D. 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 — D. 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 D.?
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. D. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is D. accepting new business clients right now?
D.'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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