Yeshake Yilma, Business Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
Over 16 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and Government
AttorneyatMcGuireWoods LLP
Atlanta, GA
Practicing business in Atlanta since 2010.
- 16+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
Practices in
Are you Yeshake Yilma?
This profile was built from public bar records and is still unclaimed. Claim it free to control your photo, bio, and fees — and get client inquiries sent straight to you.
Quick answer
Yeshake Yilma is an attorney based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Government. Yeshake has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McGuireWoods LLP.
- Based in
- Atlanta, GA
- Experience
- over 16 years
- Known for
- Business · General · Government
- Handles Business, General, and Government matters from Atlanta, GA.
- Over 16 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Yeshake Yilma: Yeshake Yilma is an attorney based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Government. Yeshake has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McGuireWoods LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Yeshake Yilma
Yeshake concentrates on business, general, government, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Yeshake handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
View other Business attorneys
General
View other General attorneys
Government
View other Government attorneys
Trusts
View other Trusts attorneys
Business cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Yeshake 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 Yeshake agrees to represent you.
General cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Yeshake takes general 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 Yeshake agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Yeshake takes government 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 Yeshake agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Yeshake takes trusts 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 Yeshake agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Yeshake Yilma — Over 16 years of Georgia business experience
Yeshake Yilma is an attorney based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Government. Yeshake has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McGuireWoods LLP.
Mr. Yeshake Yilma is a lawyer practicing government finance, governmental financing, public/private development financing and 2 other areas of law. Yeshake received a B.A. degree from University of Georgia in 2006, and has been licensed for 16 years. Yeshake practices at McGuireWoods LLP in Atlanta, GA.
Yeshake's approach to business cases
Mr. Yeshake Yilma is a lawyer practicing government finance, governmental financing, public/private development financing and 2 other areas of law. Yeshake received a B.A. degree from University of Georgia in 2006, and has been licensed for 16 years. Yeshake practices at McGuireWoods LLP in Atlanta, GA.
Clients Yeshake works with
Yeshake reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and government matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.
Credentials
Yeshake Yilma's legal education and bar admissions
University of Connecticut School of Law J.D. 2010 associate editor University of Connecticut School of Law J.D. Connecticut Law Review
—
University of Georgia
B.A. · 2006
Jurisdictions
Yeshake's state bar admissions
Georgia
2016 · ACTIVE
Connecticut
2010 · ACTIVE
Yeshake studied at — in University of Connecticut School of Law J.D. 2010 associate editor University of Connecticut School of Law J.D. Connecticut Law Review and B.A. in University of Georgia.
Law school and academic background
Yeshake completed — in University of Connecticut School of Law J.D. 2010 associate editor University of Connecticut School of Law J.D. Connecticut Law Review and B.A. in University of Georgia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Yeshake runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Yeshake's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Affiliations American Bar Association Connecticut Bar Association Greater Bridgeport Bar Association Connecticut Council of Small Towns Connecticut Government Finance Officers Association National Association of Bond Lawyers
membership
Locations
Yeshake Yilma's office in Atlanta
Yeshake's primary office is at Promenade II, 1230 Peachtree St., N.E., Ste. 2100, Atlanta, GA, 30309-3534. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
McGuireWoods LLP
Promenade II, 1230 Peachtree St., N.E., Ste. 2100
Atlanta, GA 30309-3534
Open in Google MapsClient feedback
Client reviews of Yeshake Yilma
Yeshake has not yet collected verified client reviews on LawyersListed. Reviews here are all from confirmed clients; anonymous ratings are moderated out.
No reviews yet
Only verified clients who have consulted with Yeshake Yilma can leave a review.
Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Yeshake Yilma — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Yeshake usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Yeshake charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Yeshake'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; Yeshake 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 Yeshake
Yeshake 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. Yeshake confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Yeshake'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 Yeshake Yilma
How much does it cost to hire Yeshake for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Yeshake walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Yeshake offer a free consultation?
Yeshake charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Yeshake's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Yeshake'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. Yeshake gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Yeshake take my case if I'm outside Atlanta?
Yeshake 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 — Yeshake 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 Yeshake?
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. Yeshake will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Yeshake accepting new business clients right now?
Yeshake's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Atlanta, Marietta and Savannah in Georgia
Yeshake handles business matters throughout Georgia. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
More counsel
Other top-rated business attorneys in Georgia
If Yeshake's intake is full or the fit isn't right, these business attorneys in Atlanta handle similar matters. Every profile below is verified and open to consultations.





