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James D. Benefield III Attorney at Law

James D. Benefield III ("Jim") founded Benefield Law Firm, Inc. in 1992 and has been practicing law since 1988.

 

Jim attended Frederica Academy before graduating cum laude with honors from the University of Georgia college of Business with a bachelor’s degree in Finance. Afterwards, Jim attended the University of Georgia School of Law. ​

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Previously involved in litigation, probate, personal injury, and worker's compensation, Jim now chooses to focus on delivering high-quality legal representation in real estate transactions. 

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Harrison Benefield
Attorney at Law

Harrison Benefield is a third-generation St. Simons Island, GA native and fourth generation attorney. Harrison is a graduate of the University of Georgia, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in Business Management from the Terry College of Business. After graduating from UGA, Harrison moved to Charleston, SC to embark on a career in the freight logistics industry, where he excelled at a multiple  logistics firms before starting his own logistics company.

 

After several years in the logistics industry, Harrison decided to continue his education and went to law school at the Charleston School of Law. Harrison worked for several Charleston, SC area law firms practicing in various areas including real estate, estate planning, business, civil litigation, family/domestic, and personal injury.

 

Harrison is now licensed to practice law in Georgia and South Carolina and chooses to focus his practice on real estate transactions and estate planning.​

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Christina Thomas
Paralegal

Christina Thomas ("Chrissy") ​is a fourth generation Golden Isles native and is glad to call Brunswick, GA home. Chrissy joined Benefield Law Firm in 2024 and has gained extensive knowledge and experience in the real estate industry which she portrays in her work every day. Chrissy makes the closing process as smooth as possible for our buyers and sellers.

 

Outside of the office, Chrissy has a passion for the local restaurant scene, CrossFit, yoga, and her loving German Shepard, Leo. â€‹

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Ashley Lofquist
Paralegal

Ashley Lofquist was born and raised in the Golden Isles and has been a integral part of Benefield Law Firm for many years. Ashley has a tireless work ethic and an extensive legal background, which makes her an invaluable asset to the team. 

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Outside of the office, Ashley enjoys spending time with her family and her golden retriever puppy, Whiskey. 

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Questions?
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Email:

Jim Benefield: jdb@benefieldlaw.net

Harrison Benefield: harrison@benefieldlaw.net

Phone:

912-638-5205

Fax:

912-638-5344

St. Simons Office:

1700 Frederica Road, Suite 207

St. Simons Island, GA 31522

St. Marys Office:

70 Hawthorn Lane, Suite A

St. Marys, GA 31558

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