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Atlanta’s Resilient Retail Market and the Emergence of a Landlord’s Market

Posted by Hecht Walker, P.C.
Posted on December 8, 2023

Atlanta’s retail market thrives in the face of economic uncertainties, maintaining resilience amid challenges like elevated construction costs and slowed investment sales. Despite economic difficulties for large shopping centers, the city’s diverse economy and the Southeast’s retail boom contribute to its success. With historic lows in vacancy, Atlanta now experiences a “Landlord’s Market,” driven by … Continue reading Atlanta’s Resilient Retail Market and the Emergence of a Landlord’s Market

Hecht Walker Jordan, P.C. awarded inclusion into 2024 Best Lawyers in America

Posted by Hecht Walker, P.C.
Posted on November 16, 2023

Hecht Walker Jordan, P.C. is proud to announce its inclusion in the prestigious “Best Lawyers in America”, 2024 edition for the third consecutive year. The firm’s outstanding dedication to legal excellence has secured its place among the most esteemed practitioners in the legal industry.   In the 2024 edition, Hecht Walker Jordan, P.C. has received … Continue reading Hecht Walker Jordan, P.C. awarded inclusion into 2024 Best Lawyers in America

NEW LAND USE AND ZONING LITIGATION REQUIREMENTS

Posted by Hecht Walker, P.C.
Posted on November 6, 2018

By Greg Hecht and Jon Jordan for Hecht Walker PC Land Use/Zoning Litigators, like our firm, are having to implement new tactics in zoning litigation due to stalled legislation to override recent decisions by the Georgia Supreme Court extending State and local sovereign immunity to actions for injunctive relief and declaratory judgments. A primary rational … Continue reading NEW LAND USE AND ZONING LITIGATION REQUIREMENTS

Hecht Walker P.C. Invites You to the Children’s Rights Luncheon

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Hecht Walker PC invites you to attend the Children’s Rights Benefit Luncheon November 16, 2018 Cherokee Town Club. Reception 11:30 am and Lunch Noon For over 22 years, Children’s Rights, Inc. a non-profit national organization, has helped to protect hundreds of thousands of children in foster care or state supervision from abuse and neglect across … Continue reading Hecht Walker P.C. Invites You to the Children’s Rights Luncheon

Is that Business Opportunity Real or Just a Lie?

Posted by Hecht Walker, P.C.
Posted on August 14, 2018

In the world of business, there can be many opportunities waiting to be discovered. However, there can be just as many scams and schemes out there from people trying to take your money. Telling the difference between these opportunities and schemes can be pretty hard, but there are signs that you can look out for. … Continue reading Is that Business Opportunity Real or Just a Lie?

Hecht Lends a Hand to a Children’s Rights Watchdog!

Posted by Hecht Walker, P.C.
Posted on July 21, 2018

Over two decades ago, the New York Civil Liberties Union started a new project. This organization would go on to help file class actions in the interests of children who were mistreated in foster care. Now, that organization—Children’s Rights—is coming to Atlanta with the help of Greg Hecht. Helping Children’s Rights Expand Across the South … Continue reading Hecht Lends a Hand to a Children’s Rights Watchdog!

Why Is My Fulton County Property Assessment So High?

Posted by Hecht Walker, P.C.
Posted on July 7, 2018

Has there been new construction in your neighborhood? Though that new house, condo or business is a sign of your neighborhood’s good health, it could cause you tax problems. As Fulton County sends out this year’s property tax assessments, some homeowners are getting a big surprise. However, you still have options when it comes to … Continue reading Why Is My Fulton County Property Assessment So High?

Hecht Walker, P.C. Helps Win Lawsuit Over Clayton County and Unpaid Wages for Police

Posted by Hecht Walker, P.C.
Posted on June 21, 2018

Attorney Greg Hecht from Hecht Walker, P.C. assisted Clayton County law enforcement to win a $1.5 million settlement. Georgia County law enforcement settled the lawsuit that was targeted at their police officers and sheriff’s deputies, who claimed they were suffering from unpaid wages. Clayton County will pay the $1.5 million to about 345 current and … Continue reading Hecht Walker, P.C. Helps Win Lawsuit Over Clayton County and Unpaid Wages for Police

What Are Some Different Types of Dispute Resolution for My Business?

Posted by Hecht Walker, P.C.
Posted on June 7, 2018

A business may face some sort of legal dispute during its operation. These kinds of disputes might catch business owners off guard, and they might realize they need some legal assistance to solve these complicated problems. Fortunately, there are a few dispute resolution options for businesses to choose from, and whatever they choose will depend … Continue reading What Are Some Different Types of Dispute Resolution for My Business?

Why Have Property Tax Assessments Dramatically Increased for Fulton County?

Posted by Hecht Walker, P.C.
Posted on June 4, 2018

Fulton County commercial property owners in Atlanta are afraid that their new assessments are going to skyrocket. New tax assessments for Fulton County are expected to increase by 20% to 35% on certain properties if not more.  The city’s development pattern and certain 2017 local government actions have resulted in assessors believing that values are … Continue reading Why Have Property Tax Assessments Dramatically Increased for Fulton County?