Atty. Derek John Hardesty

Atty. Derek John Hardesty

Mr. Derek John Hardesty is a lawyer practicing internet, antitrust / trade law, environmental / natural resources.

Atlanta Atlanta 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Derek John Hardesty at a glance

Derek John Hardesty is a Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at King & Spalding LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on environmental and internet. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1995). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1995) and Duke University (B.A., 1992). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Derek John Hardesty is a lawyer practicing internet, antitrust / trade law, environmental / natural resources
  • Derek received a degree from Duke University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Derek practices at King & Spalding LLP in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Derek John Hardesty's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Derek John Hardesty handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Environmental Law

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Internet & Cyber Law

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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 Derek John Hardesty

Where is Derek John Hardesty's law office located?
Derek John Hardesty's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is King & Spalding LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek John Hardesty handle?
Derek John Hardesty focuses on environmental, internet. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Derek John Hardesty practiced law?
Derek John Hardesty has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Derek John Hardesty go to law school?
Derek John Hardesty earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Derek John Hardesty for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1995
B.A.
Duke University
- 1992

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1995

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