George Abney, Tax Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
focused on Tax and Tax Litigation
Atlanta, GA
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George Abney is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Tax and Tax Litigation.
- Based in
- Atlanta, GEORGIA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Tax · Tax Litigation
- Handles Tax and Tax Litigation matters from Atlanta, GEORGIA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Atlanta) (2024).
About George Abney: George Abney is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Tax and Tax Litigation.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by George Abney
George concentrates on tax and tax litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case George handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Tax cases in Atlanta, Georgia
George takes tax 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 George agrees to represent you.
Tax Litigation cases in Atlanta, Georgia
George takes tax 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 George agrees to represent you.
Biography
About George Abney — Attorney of Georgia tax experience
George Abney is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Tax and Tax Litigation.
George Abney offers his clients confident guidance through civil and criminal tax controversy matters. He honed his skills as a federal prosecutor for the Department of Justice, where he was recognized by former Attorney General John Ashcroft as a Tax Division Outstanding Attorney.
George is a partner on the firm’s Tax Controversy Team, whose practice focuses on civil and criminal tax controversy matters. George has significant trial and appellate experience gained from years as a federal prosecutor with the Tax Division of the U.S. Department of Justice in Washington, D.C., and as an assistant U.S. attorney in the Northern District of Florida. In private practice, he has successfully represented clients in civil tax controversies before the IRS, the U.S. Tax Court, the U.S. district courts, and the U.S. bankruptcy courts, as well as in federal grand jury investigations and IRS criminal investigations.
George has received special recognition from FBI Director Robert S. Mueller II for his work in successfully prosecuting United States v. Dugas, a case that involved kidnapping, Mann Act, and firearms charges.
How George handles tax matters
George Abney offers his clients confident guidance through civil and criminal tax controversy matters. He honed his skills as a federal prosecutor for the Department of Justice, where he was recognized by former Attorney General John Ashcroft as a Tax Division Outstanding Attorney. George is a partner on the firm’s Tax Controversy Team, whose practice focuses on civil and criminal tax controversy…
Who George represents
George reviews new inquiries case-by-case for tax and tax litigation matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.
Credentials
George Abney's legal education and bar admissions
Florida State University
J.D. · 2007
George studied at J.D. in Florida State University.
Law school and academic background
George completed J.D. in Florida State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice George runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of George Abney
George has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Atlanta)
2024
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Atlanta)
2022
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Atlanta) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (Atlanta) (2022). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026).
Locations
George Abney's office in Atlanta
George's primary office is at 1201 West Peachtree Street, Suite 4900, Atlanta, Georgia, 30309-3424. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of George Abney
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How to hire George Abney — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new tax attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with George usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
George charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain George'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; George will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a tax attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many tax 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 George
George discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in tax practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every tax 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. George confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
George's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many tax practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about George Abney
How much does it cost to hire George for a tax case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. George walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does George offer a free consultation?
George charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain George's office. Some tax attorneys offer free consults — check George's current terms during booking.
How long do tax cases in Georgia typically take?
Simple tax 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. George gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can George take my case if I'm outside Atlanta?
George 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 — George 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 George?
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. George will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is George accepting new tax clients right now?
George's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Tax attorneys serving Atlanta, Marietta and Savannah in Georgia
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