Atty. Caryl Sumner Black

Atty. Caryl Sumner Black

Ms. Caryl Sumner Black is a lawyer practicing local government law, eminent domain.

Atlanta Atlanta 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Caryl Sumner Black at a glance

Caryl Sumner Black is a zoning and government attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in Florida (1981) and Georgia (1987). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1981) and Florida State University (B.S. University, 1967). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ms. Caryl Sumner Black is a lawyer practicing local government law, eminent domain
  • Caryl received a B.S. degree from Florida State University in 1967, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Caryl practices in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Caryl Sumner Black's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Caryl Sumner Black handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Land Use & Zoning

Caryl Sumner Black is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Georgia →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Caryl Sumner Black is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Georgia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Atlanta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Common questions about Caryl Sumner Black

Where is Caryl Sumner Black's law office located?
Caryl Sumner Black's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Caryl Sumner Black handle?
Caryl Sumner Black focuses on zoning, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Caryl Sumner Black practiced law?
Caryl Sumner Black has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Caryl Sumner Black go to law school?
Caryl Sumner Black earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.S. University, 1967).
How can I contact Caryl Sumner Black for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Florida
- 1981
B.S. University
Florida State University
- 1967

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1981
Georgia
Admitted: 1987

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