Charles A. "Charlie" Dorminy, Medical Malpractice Attorney in Brunswick, Georgia
Brunswick, GA
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Charles A. "Charlie" Dorminy is an attorney based in Brunswick, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice.
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- Brunswick, GEORGIA
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- attorney
- Known for
- Medical Malpractice
- Handles Medical Malpractice matters from Brunswick, GEORGIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026).
About Charles A. "Charlie" Dorminy: Charles A. "Charlie" Dorminy is an attorney based in Brunswick, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice.
Areas of practice
Charles's practice areas in Brunswick
Charles concentrates on medical malpractice. Each area below outlines the kind of case Charles handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Medical Malpractice cases in Brunswick, Georgia
Charles takes medical malpractice matters in Brunswick, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Charles agrees to represent you.
Biography
Charles A. "Charlie" Dorminy, medical malpractice attorney serving Brunswick
Charles A. "Charlie" Dorminy is an attorney based in Brunswick, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice. Charles works from Brunswick, Georgia and takes on medical malpractice matters across the region.
Charles A. “Charlie” Dorminy is a Partner in the firm’s Brunswick office, and his practice encompasses a wide variety of areas including medical malpractice defense, healthcare compliance, employment law, local government law, corporate law, and general insurance defense litigation.
Charlie currently serves as appointed counsel for a local government utilities provider and acts as general counsel for a large boat manufacturer. He also serves as compliance counsel and outside litigation counsel for health-care facilities around the state, and as employment counsel for many local governments in South Georgia. He was named a Super Lawyers Rising Star in 2012 and 2013 and was listed in The Best Lawyers in America 2018-2020.
Charlie earned earned a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture at the University of Georgia in 1999, where he majored in Agricultural Business. He also earned a Juris Doctor from Mercer University’s Walter F. George School of Law in 2004, interning for both the Tift Superior Court and for the U.S. Federal Court for the Middle District of Georgia. After law school and while practicing law, he obtained an LL.M. in Healthcare Law from the University of Houston, graduating in 2006.
Charlie has served on the Georgia Society of Healthcare Risk Managers (GSHRM) Board of Directors for 7 years as Program Chair and current President Elect, Frederica Academy Board of Trustees, the Epworth By The Sea Board of Trustees, the Golden Isles Arts and Humanities Association (GIAHA) Board of Trustees, and the First Tee of Southeast Georgia Board of Trustees.He is a Friend of the Foundation of Southeast Georgia Health System and is a Founder of the Tift Regional Medical Center Foundation. He has also served as President and Vice President of the Tift Circuit Bar Association, Vice Chairman of the Tift Area Arts Council, and Chairman of the Love Affair Arts Festival.
Charles's approach to medical malpractice cases
Charles A. “Charlie” Dorminy is a Partner in the firm’s Brunswick office, and his practice encompasses a wide variety of areas including medical malpractice defense, healthcare compliance, employment law, local government law, corporate law, and general insurance defense litigation. Charlie currently serves as appointed counsel for a local government utilities provider and acts as general counsel…
The kind of cases Charles takes
Charles reviews new inquiries case-by-case for medical malpractice matters in Brunswick and the surrounding Georgia area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Charles studied and practices
Mercer University
J.D. · 2004
University of Georgia
B.S.A
University of Houston
LL.M. in Healthcare Law
Charles studied at J.D. in Mercer University, B.S.A in University of Georgia, and LL.M. in Healthcare Law in University of Houston.
Law school and academic background
Charles completed J.D. in Mercer University, B.S.A in University of Georgia, and LL.M. in Healthcare Law in University of Houston. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Charles runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Charles's legal honors and published work
Charles has received 7 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America© 2018 – 2021
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers, Rising Star 2012 and 2013
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America© 2018 – 2021 (2026).
Locations
Charles A. "Charlie" Dorminy's office in Brunswick
Charles's primary office is at 3528 Darien Highway, Suite 300, Brunswick, Georgia, 31525. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Charles A. "Charlie" Dorminy — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new medical malpractice attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Charles usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Charles charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Charles's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Charles will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a medical malpractice attorney in Brunswick, Georgia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many medical malpractice matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Charles
Charles discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in medical malpractice practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every medical malpractice matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Charles confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Charles's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many medical malpractice practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Charles A. "Charlie" Dorminy
How much does it cost to hire Charles for a medical malpractice case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Charles walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Charles offer a free consultation?
Charles charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Charles's office. Some medical malpractice attorneys offer free consults — check Charles's current terms during booking.
How long do medical malpractice cases in Georgia typically take?
Simple medical malpractice matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Charles gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Charles take my case if I'm outside Brunswick?
Charles is licensed in Georgia. Matters governed by Georgia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Charles will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Charles?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Charles will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Charles accepting new medical malpractice clients right now?
Charles's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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