A WORKERS’ COMPENSATION, SOCIAL SECURITY
& CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAW FIRM
A WORKERS’ COMPENSATION, SOCIAL SECURITY
& CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAW FIRM
Combined 90+ years experience.
If you have been injured on the job or you have suffered a disabling accident or illness, you may be entitled to receive important benefits. If you have been accused of a crime or a serious traffic offense, you have legal rights and options for defending yourself against the charges. In serious matters like these, a lawyer with the right skills and experience can help you make sure you are treated fairly.
Our Practice Areas
Work Injuries
Being injured at work can change your life. It can put stress on your family and make it impossible to pay your bills. It can leave you with chronic pain or keep you in bed.
Social Security Disability
If you or a loved one has experienced a permanently disabling illness or an injury, you may be eligible to receive Social Security benefits.
Criminal Charges
If you have been charged with a crime or a serious traffic violation in Georgia, you are facing serious consequences. A conviction will result in jail time, fines, the loss of your driver’s license and other penalties.
Our Attorneys
Luke E Closson Jr.
Luke Closson is a graduate of the United States Air Force Academy and has been a Valdosta resident since 1966. He came to Moody Air Force Base as a student pilot and was assigned as an instructor pilot in the T-38 aircraft. He is a 1979 graduate of the Woodrow Wilson College of Law, Magna Cum Laude, and is admitted to the Georgia and Federal Bars.
J. Michael Bass
I was born and raised in Valdosta, Georgia. I have lived in South Georgia for my entire life except for a brief time that I spent in Athens, GA while attending law school. I have practiced law since 1988. I have assisted injured workers in their workers’ compensation claims and have defended people accused of all manner of crimes since 1991.
Lucy Tomberlin
Ms. Tomberlin limits her practice solely to the field of Social Security. She represents Social Security claimants at all stages from the initial application through the Appeals Council. Although the majority of her Social Security cases are disability claims, she has also handled a variety of other Social Security issues.
Luke E. Closson III
Luke E. Closson III was born and raised in Valdosta, Georgia. He graduated from Valdosta State College and earned his commission as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Air Force in 1988. After receiving his commission, he left Valdosta and served over 25 years in the United States Air Force as a Logistics Officer, retiring in 2017 in the grade of Colonel.
Testimonials
I could not ask for better representation from Mike Bass for my case. Heather is fabulous and was always on top of things and kept me very informed along the way. They were always very professional and explained things so that I could understand them.
Mr. Bass, Ms. Heather and the entire staff are excellent. They are extremely kind and professional. Mr. Bass explained everything to me about my case and made sure I understood everything and answered all my questions. I definitely recommend them for any legal issue!! Thanks so much for everything!!
They did an outstanding job and i would refer to my closet friends and family.
I recently had the privilege of working with Mike Bass on a case. I found him to be easy to communicate with, willing to listen, and above all, extremely competent and straight forward with my situation. Mike is a great guy and a fantastic attorney. If in need of legal service, I recommend him fully.