Don L. Waters, Estate Planning Attorney in Savannah, Georgia
Over 48 years of legal practice · focused on Estate Planning, Health Care, and Tax · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Brasseler USA
Savannah, GA
Practicing estate planning in Savannah since 1978.
- 48+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Don L. Waters is a brasseler usa based in Savannah, GA. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Health Care, and Tax. Don has over 48 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Savannah, GA
- Experience
- over 48 years
- Known for
- Estate Planning · Health Care · Tax
- Handles Estate Planning, Health Care, and Tax matters from Savannah, GA.
- Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Don L. Waters: Don L. Waters is a brasseler usa based in Savannah, GA. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Health Care, and Tax. Don has over 48 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Don L. Waters
Don concentrates on estate planning, health care, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Don handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Estate Planning
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Estate Planning cases in Savannah, Georgia
Don takes estate planning matters in Savannah, 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 Don agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Savannah, Georgia
Don takes health care matters in Savannah, 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 Don agrees to represent you.
Tax cases in Savannah, Georgia
Don takes tax matters in Savannah, 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 Don agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Don L. Waters — Over 48 years of Georgia estate planning experience
Don L. Waters is a brasseler usa based in Savannah, GA. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Health Care, and Tax. Don has over 48 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. Don L. Waters is a lawyer practicing taxation law, health care law, estate planning law. Don received a B.B.A. degree from Armstrong State College in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years. Don practices in Savannah, GA.
How Don handles estate planning matters
Mr. Don L. Waters is a lawyer practicing taxation law, health care law, estate planning law. Don received a B.B.A. degree from Armstrong State College in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years. Don practices in Savannah, GA.
Who Don represents
Don reviews new inquiries case-by-case for estate planning, health care, and tax matters in Savannah and the surrounding Georgia area.
Credentials
Don L. Waters's legal education and bar admissions
University of Georgia
J.D. · 1978
Armstrong State College
B.B.A. · 1975
Jurisdictions
Don's state bar admissions
U.S. Tax Court and U
1979 · ACTIVE
Georgia
1978 · ACTIVE
Don studied at J.D. in University of Georgia and B.B.A. in Armstrong State College.
Law school and academic background
Don completed J.D. in University of Georgia and B.B.A. in Armstrong State College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Don runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Don L. Waters
Don has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Don L. Waters's office in Savannah
Don's primary office is at 241 Drayton St, Savannah, GA, 31401-4024. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Don L. Waters — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Don. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing estate planning attorneys in Savannah.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Don L. Waters — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new estate planning attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Don usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Don charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Don'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; Don will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a estate planning attorney in Savannah, Georgia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many estate planning 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 Don
Don discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in estate planning practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every estate planning 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. Don confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Don's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many estate planning practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Don L. Waters
How much does it cost to hire Don for a estate planning case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Don walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Don offer a free consultation?
Don charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Don's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Don's current terms during booking.
How long do estate planning cases in Georgia typically take?
Simple estate planning 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. Don gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Don take my case if I'm outside Savannah?
Don 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 — Don 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 Don?
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. Don will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Don accepting new estate planning clients right now?
Don'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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