Having an attorney who is experienced and professional and deeply committed to delvering a level of service and quality of execution of legal representation so as to ensure distinction in the marketplace and repeat business is essential in any real estate transaction.

The attitude of the staff of Craig Long, LLC is the driving force behind our distinguishing level of service and execution quality.  Like other law firms, you will find an office with office furniture, computers, software, licensed attorneys, and personnel.  However, the attitude we bring to the table, and ultimately to bear on real estate transactions, sets us apart.

Customers Come First. Our customer-focused attitude is driven by a strong understanding of the need to serve as opposed to getting hung up in the legal technicalities that could otherwise thwart the transactions, all without ignoring those legal technicalities

Problems Can Be Solved. As attorneys we are trained to spot issues but rather than focus on those problems, we choose to direct our efforts towards finding resolutions. We don’t get paid if we don’t close so we’ll make every effort to identify solutions that will help close the transaction.

Communication is Key. Being accessible is about much more than just returning voice mails and responding to emails. Our well-meshed team stays on top of the details of every transaction so that you’re not left waiting for an answer. When a live voice isn’t available to address your question, our online Closing Process system allows you to check the status of your transaction at every phase.

The People Behind the Service of Craig Long, LLC

Stacey Jones

Stacey Jones brings more than 18 years of mortgage banking experience to her role as Post Closing Director.

In this position, Stacey is responsible for handling all postings and disbursements required after the closing transaction including forwarding the loan package to the lender, wiring monies for payoffs and to all parties owed and – most important to the homeowner – recording all of the legal documents including the warranty deed, security deed, power of attorney and affidavits.

Stacey was born and raised in Gainesville, Georgia, where she lives today with her husband and their two teenage children.

Craig Long

Craig Long is the founder of Craig Long, LLC, and a native Georgian.  Before organizing the firm in 2004, Craig taught Math and American Literature in the Cobb County School system.

Craig is a member of the Real Property Law and Business Law sections of the State Bar of Georgia, and is admitted to practice in the Superior Court of Fulton County, Court of Appeals of Georgia, Supreme Court of Georgia, the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of Georgia and the U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia.

Craig graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Government from Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia. Craig earned his Juris Doctor degree from George Mason University School of Law in Arlington, Virginia. Craig completed the program in Corporate Securities law at George Mason, and wrote a thesis paper on the implications of the Efficient Capital Markets Hypothesis on the capital markets and capital market regulation.

As a sixth generation Atlantan, Craig’s familial roots run deep in the history of Atlanta. Five generations of his family are buried in the historic Oakland cemetery in Atlanta. Craig is married to the former Katherine Grace Biggers. They have two sons, Craig Alan Long, II and William Buckley Long.

Lynn Michael

Lynn Michael possesses more than 15 years of broad industry experience providing administrative support and accounting functions to businesses spanning the financial services, manufacturing and consumer products industries. In her role as Administrative Assistant, Lynn oversees all accounting functions including payables, receivables and payroll.

Lynn earned her B.B.A in Accounting from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in Blacksburg, Virginia.

Lynn and her husband Kevin have three daughters – one at Milton High School and one at Georgia Southern. Their oldest was recently married. A Mary Kay Consultant for nearly 9 years, Lynn still finds time for playing golf and tennis but takes the most pleasure singing in a women’s ensemble at her church.

Jamie Pryor

Jamie Pryor came to Craig Long, LLC in August of 2007 from Regions Mortgage. At Regions Mortgage, Jamie was responsible for the firm’s mortgage originations in Spalding, Henry and Cobb counties. Prior to working for Regions Mortgage, Jamie began her banking career at Bank of America where she worked in branch operations.

Jamie is a native of Pike County, Georgia, where she graduated from Pike County High School in 2000. After graduating, Jamie attended college in Macon, Georgia, and she currently resides in McDonough, Georgia.

At Craig Long, LLC, Jamie manages the firm’s pre-closing functions out of its McDonough office. Jamie’s banking and mortgage background has deepened the firm’s operational expertise and functionality.

Jamie enjoys spending down-time with friends and attending remote tropical destinations in her spare time.

Kelly Rosser

Kelly Rosser comes to our firm with 10 years of experience in real estate, banking and accounting. As Post Closing Manager, Kelly handles all transactions for our Cumming and McDonough offices.

Before joining Craig Long, LLC, Kelly served as a Post Closing Manager and Immigration Paralegal for The Nogales Law Firm, Inc. located in Lawrenceville.  Prior to that she was an Accountant and Office Manager for Uteco, Inc., an international machine sales company located in Kennesaw. Kelly is well respected for her to ability deliver quality customer service and for getting results.

Kelly is the mother of one son and takes pleasure in supporting his school and extracurricular activities. For fun Kelly also enjoys coordinating and planning events for family and friends. 

Ashley Carroll

Ashley Carroll joined Craig Long, LLC after graduating in 2008 from Mercer University’s Walter F. George School of Law. Ashley first clerked for Craig Long, LLC while in law school and now conducts closings and handles other general legal practice matters for the firm’s McDonough office.

Prior to law school, Ashley served for six years as an Executive Property Manager at ManSerMar, Inc., a real estate development firm located in Duluth, Georgia.

Originally from Richmond, Virginia, Ashley graduated from Trinity Episcopal School in 1994 then went on to the University of Georgia, where she received her B.A. in Communications in 1999. Ashley enjoys spending her free time at home in Macon with her husband, Josh, and their two dogs.