Atty. Deborah Jean Townsend

Atty. Deborah Jean Townsend

Ms. Deborah Jean Townsend is a lawyer practicing immigration and nationality law.

Yalaha Yalaha 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About Deborah Jean Townsend at a glance

Deborah Jean Townsend is a Member based in Yalaha, Florida, practicing at Deborah J. Townsend. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on immigration. Admitted to practice in New York (1980), Florida (1981), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1981). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 1979) and Hood College (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Past Chair, Immigration & Nationality Law Committee) The Florida Bar American Immigration Lawyers Association (Past-President, Central Florida Chapter, Orange County Bar Association. Serands clients in Yalaha, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ms. Deborah Jean Townsend is a lawyer practicing immigration and nationality law
  • Deborah received a B.A. degree from Hood College in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Deborah practices at Deborah J. Townsend in Yalaha, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Deborah Jean Townsend's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Deborah Jean Townsend handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Immigration Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Yalaha are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Deborah Jean Townsend's law office located?
Deborah Jean Townsend's law practice is located in Yalaha, Florida. The firm is Deborah J. Townsend. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Deborah Jean Townsend handle?
Deborah Jean Townsend focuses on immigration. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Deborah Jean Townsend practiced law?
Deborah Jean Townsend has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Deborah Jean Townsend go to law school?
Deborah Jean Townsend earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1976).
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What awards or recognition has Deborah Jean Townsend received?
Deborah Jean Townsend's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Albany Law School of Union University
- 1979
B.A.
Hood College
- 1976

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1980
Florida
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1981

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