Atty. Dara Lyn Dehaven

Atty. Dara Lyn Dehaven

Ms. Dara Lyn Dehaven is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, litigation, dispute resolution and 1 other area of law.

Atlanta Atlanta 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Dara Lyn Dehaven at a glance

Dara Lyn Dehaven is a Shareholder based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in Georgia U.S. Supreme Court, NLRB, various federal Courts of Appeals (1980). Educated at Duke University (J.D., 1980) and Duke University (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Atlanta and American Bar Associations State Bar of Georgia Bleckley Inn of Court Lawyer's Club of Atlanta. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ms. Dara Lyn Dehaven is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, litigation, dispute resolution and 1 other area of law
  • Dara received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1973, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Dara practices at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Dara Lyn Dehaven's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dara Lyn Dehaven handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Dara Lyn Dehaven

Where is Dara Lyn Dehaven's law office located?
Dara Lyn Dehaven's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dara Lyn Dehaven handle?
Dara Lyn Dehaven focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Dara Lyn Dehaven practiced law?
Dara Lyn Dehaven has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Dara Lyn Dehaven go to law school?
Dara Lyn Dehaven earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Dara Lyn Dehaven for a consultation?
You can contact Dara Lyn Dehaven directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Dara Lyn Dehaven received?
Dara Lyn Dehaven's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Duke University
- 1980
B.A.
Duke University
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia U.S. Supreme Court, NLRB, various federal Courts of Appeals
Admitted: 1980

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