Michael Eric Hooper, Business Attorney in Albany, Georgia
Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment Contracts, and Estate Planning · 4.6/5 rating from 1 verified client review
AssociateatMoore, Clarke, DuVall & Rodgers, P.C.
Albany, GA
Practicing business in Albany since 2009.
- 17+
- Years practicing
- 4.6 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Michael Eric Hooper is an associate based in Albany, GA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment Contracts, and Estate Planning. Michael has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Moore, Clarke, DuVall & Rodgers, P.C.. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Albany, GA
- Experience
- over 17 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment Contracts · Estate Planning
- Handles Business, Employment Contracts, and Estate Planning matters from Albany, GA.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Michael Eric Hooper: Michael Eric Hooper is an associate based in Albany, GA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment Contracts, and Estate Planning. Michael has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Moore, Clarke, DuVall & Rodgers, P.C.. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Michael takes on
Michael concentrates on business, employment contracts, estate planning, general, and poa. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michael handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Employment Contracts
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Estate Planning
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POA
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Tax
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Elder Law
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Business cases in Albany, Georgia
Michael takes business matters in Albany, 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
Employment Contracts cases in Albany, Georgia
Michael takes employment contracts matters in Albany, 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Albany, Georgia
Michael takes estate planning matters in Albany, 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
General cases in Albany, Georgia
Michael takes general matters in Albany, 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
POA cases in Albany, Georgia
Michael takes poa matters in Albany, 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Michael Eric Hooper — business lawyer in Albany
Michael Eric Hooper is an associate based in Albany, GA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment Contracts, and Estate Planning. Michael has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Moore, Clarke, DuVall & Rodgers, P.C.. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Selected as a “Rising Star” in Georgia by Super Lawyers, 2014; Trust and Estates Fellow, Real Property, Trust and Estates Section (2013 – 2015); Adjunct Professor of Law, Walter F. George School of Law, Mercer University; Member, Editorial Board for the Georgia Bar Journal, 2011 to present; Southwest Georgia's 40 under Forty, 2011; Recipient, James C. Rehberg Real Estate Award, 2009; Outstanding Tax Student Award from the Taxation Section of the State Bar of Georgia, 2009; Mercer Law Review, 2008; Managing Editor, Mercer law Review, 2009; Brainerd Currie Honor Society; Author: "Insane in the Membrane, Insane in the Brain: The Case of Panetti vs. Quarterman," Mercer Law Review, 2008; Chairman, Board of Directors of the United Way of Southwest Georgia, 2014 to present; Fund Development Officer for Chehaw District of the South Georgia Council of the Boy Scouts of America, 2014 to present; Member, Cordele Historic Preservation Commission; Graduate, Leadership Albany, Class of 2012-13; Member, Dougherty County Rotary Club; Member, American Legion; Lifetime Member, Seventh Infantry Regiment Association.
Michael's approach to business cases
Selected as a “Rising Star” in Georgia by Super Lawyers, 2014; Trust and Estates Fellow, Real Property, Trust and Estates Section (2013 – 2015); Adjunct Professor of Law, Walter F. George School of Law, Mercer University; Member, Editorial Board for the Georgia Bar Journal, 2011 to present; Southwest Georgia's 40 under Forty, 2011; Recipient, James C. Rehberg Real Estate Award, 2009; Outstanding…
Clients Michael works with
Michael reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment contracts, and estate planning matters in Albany and the surrounding Georgia area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Walter F. George School of Law, Mercer University
J.D. · 2009
United States Military Academy
B.S. Levin · 2000
Jurisdictions
Michael's state bar admissions
U.S. Tax Court and U
2010 · ACTIVE
Georgia
2009 · ACTIVE
Michael studied at J.D. in Walter F. George School of Law, Mercer University and B.S. Levin in United States Military Academy.
Law school and academic background
Michael completed J.D. in Walter F. George School of Law, Mercer University and B.S. Levin in United States Military Academy. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Michael runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Michael has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Michael's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of Georgia (Member, Sections on: Taxation Fiduciary Law and Elderly Law) American Bar Association (Member, Sections on: Taxation, Real Property, and Trust & Estates) Dougherty Circuit Bar Association
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Locations
Michael Eric Hooper's office in Albany
Michael's primary office is at 2829 Old Dawson Road, Albany, GA, 31708-1727. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Moore, Clarke, DuVall & Rodgers, P.C.
2829 Old Dawson Road
Albany, GA 31708-1727
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Client reviews of Michael Eric Hooper — 4.6/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Michael. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Albany.
4.6
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How to hire Michael Eric Hooper — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Michael usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Michael charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael'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; Michael will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Albany, 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 Michael
Michael 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. Michael confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Michael'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 Michael Eric Hooper
How much does it cost to hire Michael for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Michael walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Michael offer a free consultation?
Michael charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Michael'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. Michael gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Michael take my case if I'm outside Albany?
Michael 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 — Michael 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 Michael?
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. Michael will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Michael accepting new business clients right now?
Michael'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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