Legal Guidance That Begins With Understanding
No matter where life leads, you shouldn’t have to navigate important legal decisions alone. We believe the best decisions begin with understanding. That’s why we take the time to listen, explain your options, and help you choose the path that’s right for you.
“I don’t want to just put out fires. I want to empower clients to understand their options, demystify the legal process, and help families avoid legal problems for themselves and future generations.”
— Taylor Haley
Attorney & Counselor at Law
For more than 20 years, Taylor Haley has helped individuals, families, and business owners navigate important legal decisions throughout Georgia. From the early days of her career, she has represented clients in litigation, where she witnesses firsthand the financial and emotional toll legal disputes can take on families and businesses. Those experiences shaped the way she practices law today.
The decision to found Compass Law was also deeply personal. After losing her own mother and grandmother, Taylor experienced firsthand how important it is for families to have a plan in place and how overwhelming the legal process can feel during an already difficult time. Those experiences inspired her to create a law practice focused on helping people understand their options, demystifying the legal process, and making thoughtful decisions before challenges arise. Today, Taylor focuses on estate planning, estate administration and probate, trust administration, and business law, taking a practical, relationship-driven approach to every client. She believes the best legal guidance begins with listening, followed by honest conversations that help clients understand their choices and feel prepared for whatever lies ahead.
Outside the office, Taylor is a wife, a mother of four daughters, and a proud member of the St. Simons Island and Coastal Georgia community. She enjoys traveling, reading, playing tennis, and cheering on her daughters at their many sporting events.
Experience You Can Trust
Taylor’s client-centered approach is backed by more than two decades of legal experience, academic achievement, and professional leadership. From serving as a federal judicial law clerk to leading local and state legal organizations, she has earned the trust of clients, colleagues, and the legal community alike. Today, she brings that depth of experience to every family, individual, and business she serves.
Experience
- More than 20 years practicing law
- Founder & Managing Partner, Compass Law Group
- Former Partner, Gilbert, Harrell, Sumerford & Martin
- Former Law Clerk to the Honorable C. Ashley Royal, U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Georgia
Education
- Juris Doctor, cum laude, University of Georgia School of Law
- Woodruff Law Scholarship Recipient
- Georgia Law Review Articles Editor
- Bachelor of Arts, summa cum laude, Samford University
Leadership
- Former President, Federal Bar Association – Southern District of Georgia Chapter
- Former President, Glynn County Bar Association
- Leadership roles with the State Bar of Georgia
- Appointed to numerous state and community leadership positions throughout career
Professional Recognition
Understanding Comes First
We believe the best legal decisions begin with understanding.
That’s why we take the time to listen, answer your questions, and explain the law in plain language before recommending a course of action. When you understand your options, you’re better equipped to make decisions that reflect your goals, your values, and your future.
Our role isn’t simply to prepare documents or solve legal problems. It’s to be a trusted resource who helps you navigate important decisions with knowledge, perspective, and a clear understanding of what comes next.
We Listen First.
Before offering advice, we take the time to understand your goals, concerns, and priorities. Every recommendation begins with listening.
We Believe Understanding Matters.
Legal matters don’t have to be confusing. We explain complex legal concepts in plain language, answer your questions, and make sure you understand your options before making important decisions.
We Guide, Not Direct.
Our role isn’t to tell you what to do – it’s to provide trusted legal counsel so you can make informed decisions that align with your goals and values.
We Plan With Purpose.
Every decision has lasting implications. We help you make thoughtful choices today that support your family, your business, and your future.
What to Expect
We believe knowing what to expect helps make the legal process feel less overwhelming. From your first phone call to the completion of your legal matter, we’re committed to making every step clear, organized, and centered on your goals.
Schedule Your Consultation
Your first conversation will be with a member of our team who will answer your initial questions, learn more about your needs, and help you schedule a consultation with Taylor.
Prepare for Your Meeting
Before your consultation, you’ll receive a brief questionnaire so we can better understand your goals and make the most of our time together. During your meeting, Taylor will listen to your concerns, explain your options, discuss her recommendations, and provide a clear understanding of the services and fees involved.
Develop Your Plan
If you choose to move forward, we’ll begin preparing your documents or legal plan based on your discussion. Before you leave your consultation, we’ll schedule your next appointment so you’ll know exactly what comes next.
Review & Finalize
At your second meeting, we’ll review your documents together, ask any remaining questions, and complete the signing process if everything is ready. For most estate planning matters, the entire process – from your initial call to signed documents – is completed in less than 30 days.
Ready to Get Started?
No matter where you are in life’s journey, Compass Law is here to provide thoughtful legal guidance for your family, your business, and your future.