James B. Trotter

A partner at Trotter Jones, LLP, in Augusta, Georgia, James B. Trotter’s field of proficiency is centered upon intricate corporate and real estate transactions. He has helped clients across various corporate transactions, focusing on business entities, mergers and acquisitions, private equity dealings, shareholder contracts, operating agreements, consulting, and employment contracts.

In addition, Mr. Trotter is equipped with extensive experience in dealing with varied real estate transactions, including purchasing, developing, building communities for rental purposes, tax-free exchanges, producing and selling properties for single tenants, and handling loan transactions. Aside from his corporate and real estate undertakings, he also offers invaluable assistance to clients in estate planning, probate and estate administration services.

With an extensive background in managing numerous cases, Mr. Trotter has eloquently advocated for clients in a range of scenarios. Notably, he successfully represented a client in the sale of a package of car washes to a private equity investor, facilitated a $7,000,000 transaction for a retail and builder supply business, and also advised another client in the development and financing of a $35,000,000 warehouse facility, among others. These substantial accomplishments are a testament to his vast experience and skill in navigating complex legal matters with utmost professionalism.

A 1997 B.A. cum laude graduate in political science from Furman University, Mr. Trotter attended the University of Georgia School of Law and graduated magna cum laude in 2000. While at law school, he was the notes editor of Georgia Law Review. He has been licensed to practice law in Georgia since 2000.

Beyond his legal pursuits, Mr. Trotter is an engaged and involved member of numerous organizations such as the Augusta Bar Association, the State Bar of Georgia and its Real Property Section, and the Realtors of Greater Augusta. He also serves on the board of directors for the CSRA Community Foundation and now holds the position of chairman of the board. Furthermore, his legal services have been lauded with an "Excellent" rating on Avvo.