Practice Areas
Affordable and Effective Representation
At Sims & Bailey, LLC your initial consultation is always free. We are available to meet with you and your family at times that are convenient for you. During the first meeting, we will discuss your case and come up with a comprehensive plan to resolve whatever legal issue you may be facing. Legal fees and costs are always discussed up front. We also try to provide flexibility in our attorney fees as well as offer payment plans, as needed. Our firm will vigorously defend your rights and make sure that you are treated fairly. Our firm offers tough representation and sound advice. Either way, we will provide you with honest answers and a zealous defense. We do not believe in a “one size fits” all approach to representing our clients. We understand that every case has a unique set of facts which need to be thoroughly analyzed to properly defend your case.
Focusing on Client Satisfaction
We are dedicated to personal attention, responsiveness and fighting for our clients. What sets us apart from other firms is the level of service and commitment to our clients’ individual legal needs. We offer real solutions for real people. If and when you are faced with a legal issue, call us. We Can Help You!
Bankruptcy
The firm’s Bankruptcy, Financial Restructuring and Debtor and Creditor Rights attorney represents corporate entities, financial institutions and individuals in connection with all types of bankruptcy proceedings, financial workouts and protection of the rights of creditors and borrowers, including litigation. Our attorney has many years of experience handling all aspects of these matters, whether in or outside of bankruptcy court. Our attorney provides services for complex and sophisticated transactions and works closely with other practice groups to provide the client with a variety of services.
Intellectual Property
The firm has significant background and experience in the areas of Trademark and Copyright law, which enables them to deal with these issues as they affect virtually all aspects of the business and legal world.
Family Law
The firm represents individuals in connection with all types of marital and domestic issues, including dissolution of marriage, modification of existing judgments of dissolution, child custody and support issues and prenuptial agreements. Members of this group have over 85 years of experience in trying and resolving many complicated and difficult domestic matters. A member of the firm is a certified and court approved mediator with extensive mediation experience.
Employment Law
The firm provides representation in connection with the requirements of employers and rights of employees. This representation includes addressing contracts between employers and employees, drafting of employee manuals, advising employers on day to day decision making in personnel matters, and defense of administrative claims and lawsuits asserted by employees.
Probate
The firm is experienced in handling all aspects of the administration of a decedent’s estate. The services provided by the firm include the probate of Wills and administration of Trusts, as well as representing clients in disputes regarding trusts and estates, such as Will contests and challenges to the validity or interpretation of Trusts. In the case of larger estates, the firm provides post-mortem tax planning advice, and prepares any necessary state and federal estate tax returns and fiduciary income tax returns.
Estate Planning
This area of the firm’s practice focuses on serving the needs of families and private business owners as they relate to:
• Estate planning, including the preparation of sophisticated trusts and wills tailored to each client and family situation, in conjunction with recommending strategies to minimize taxes on the transfer of wealth, maintain family harmony, preserve and protect the family legacy, and achieve other financial and non-financial objectives.
• Business succession planning, including the establishment of buy-sell arrangements among the owners of closely held businesses, structuring the transfer of ownership among family members, and advising clients about the many business, tax, and other issues encountered in business succession.
• Charitable planning, including the formation of specialized trusts and nonprofit corporations to assist clients in achieving their charitable goals.
• Asset protection planning, including the development and implementation of innovative strategies for wealth preservation.
Other Areas
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Car Accidents, Bus Accidents, Van Accidents, Bicycle Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Truck Accidents, Unfair Debt Collection Practices, Catastrophic Injury, Railroad and Train Accidents, Dog Bites, Premises Liability, Negligent Security, Slip and Fall, Construction Site Slip and Fall
Worker's Compensation
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Wage and Hour Violations, Eye Injuries, Negotiating Workers’ Comp Settlements/Agreements