Michael J. Hudson — Estate Planning and Probate Attorney, Fayetteville, Georgia

Howard University-educated. Rooted in public service. Specialized in estate planning and probate for Fayette County families.

Why Clients Choose Michael

Michael J. Hudson chose to specialize in estate planning and probate after a decade of broad civil practice — family law, real estate, bankruptcy, landlord-tenant matters, personal injury, and civil litigation. That is a deliberate choice, not a limited one. Clients who work with him get an attorney who understands how estate plans interact with property ownership, family dynamics, and financial circumstances that most estate planning attorneys encounter only in theory.



Before he practiced law, Michael studied communication at Howard University and theology at Emory University. That background shapes how he works with clients — directly, clearly, and with genuine attention to what the person across the table actually needs.

Credentials and Recognition

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Competitive pricing below other established Fayette County firms — experienced representation without the premium.

Education and Background

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B.A., Communication — Howard University, Washington D.C.

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Master of Theological Studies — Emory University, Atlanta

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J.D. — Howard University School of Law, Washington D.C.

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Licensed to practice law in Georgia since 2012

During law school Michael participated in the D.C. Law Students in Court program, worked for the D.C. Office of Human Rights, and assisted rural Alabama landowners navigating property disputes. That community-oriented legal work — before he passed the bar — reflects the same commitment he brings to client relationships in Fayette County today.


After law school Michael served as an Attorney Advisor for a federal government agency before entering private practice, where he built experience across family law, real estate law, bankruptcy, landlord-tenant matters, personal injury, and general civil litigation in Georgia. He now focuses that breadth on estate planning and probate.

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Practice Focus

Michael handles estate planning and probate at the firm's Fayetteville, Georgia office, serving individuals and families across Fayette County and surrounding Georgia counties alongside Elizabeth Williams Winfield.

His estate planning practice covers wills and trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives — the full set of documents a family needs to protect itself from Georgia's default rules and from the uncertainty that follows when no plan is in place. His probate practice covers both administration and litigation for estates navigating the Georgia probate court process.


Clients working with Michael benefit from the depth of SFW's Georgia practice — two attorneys in the Fayetteville office with the experience and court relationships to handle both straightforward estate plans and complex contested matters.

Schedule a Consultation With Michael

Michael sees clients at our Fayetteville, Georgia office and handles matters throughout Fayette County and surrounding counties.

(678) 788-6030 — Georgia Office

Common Questions About Michael Hudson

  • What areas of law does Michael J. Hudson practice?

    Michael focuses his practice on estate planning — including wills and trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives — and probate administration and litigation at the firm's Fayetteville, Georgia office. He serves individuals and families across Fayette County and surrounding Georgia counties.

  • Where did Michael Hudson go to law school?

    Michael earned his J.D. from Howard University School of Law in Washington D.C. He also holds a Bachelor of Communication from Howard University and a Master of Theological Studies from Emory University in Atlanta.

  • How long has Michael Hudson been licensed in Georgia?

    Michael has been licensed to practice law in Georgia since 2012. Before focusing on estate planning and probate, he practiced across family law, real estate, bankruptcy, landlord-tenant matters, personal injury, and civil litigation in Georgia.

  • Does Michael Hudson work alongside other Georgia attorneys at SFW?

    Yes. Michael practices alongside Elizabeth Williams Winfield at the firm's Fayetteville, Georgia office. Elizabeth is court-appointed County Guardian for Fayette County and County Administrator for Clayton County. Together they handle estate planning, guardianship, conservatorship, and probate for clients throughout Fayette County and surrounding Georgia counties.

  • Is Michael Hudson accepting new clients?

    Yes. Michael sees clients at our Fayetteville, Georgia office. Call (678) 788-6030 or use our contact form to schedule.

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Ready to Put a Plan in Place?

Estate planning is easier than most people expect when you have an attorney who takes the time to understand your situation. Schedule a consultation with our Georgia or Florida office and walk away with a clear picture of what you need and what it will take to get there.

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Michael J. Hudson is an attorney at Simmons, Finney & Winfield, LLC, practicing estate planning and probate at the firm's Fayetteville, Georgia office. He holds a J.D. from Howard University School of Law, a Master of Theological Studies from Emory University, and a B.A. in Communication from Howard University. He has been licensed to practice law in Georgia since 2012. Learn more about the firm on our Our Firm page.