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Charles E. Rooks is a dui/dwi, divorce, personal injury, and criminal defense attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1984). Educated at Emory University (J.D., 1984) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1981). Serves clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Charles E. Rooks is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal defense, divorce & separation and 1 other area of law
- Charles received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Charles practices in Atlanta, GA
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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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 venue, 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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