Atty. Douglas Blake Chanco

Atty. Douglas Blake Chanco

Mr. Douglas Blake Chanco is a lawyer practicing boating under the influence injuries, car accidents, civil litigation and 13 other areas of law.

Atlanta Atlanta 20 yrs experience 20 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas Blake Chanco at a glance

Douglas Blake Chanco is a Founding Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at ChancoSchiffer P.C.. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on car accidents, dui/dwi, truck accidents, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Georgia (2006), Georgia Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia (2006), Georgia (2006), and New York (2012). Educated at Florida Coastal School of Law (J.D., 2006) and Florida State University (B.S. Criminology, 2001). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Douglas Blake Chanco is a lawyer practicing boating under the influence injuries, car accidents, civil litigation and 13 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a B.S. degree from Florida State University in 2001, and has been licensed for 20 years
  • Douglas practices at ChancoSchiffer P.C. in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Blake Chanco's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas Blake Chanco handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

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DUI / DWI Defense

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Truck Accidents

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Wrongful Death

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Personal Injury

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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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 Douglas Blake Chanco

Where is Douglas Blake Chanco's law office located?
Douglas Blake Chanco's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is ChancoSchiffer P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Blake Chanco handle?
Douglas Blake Chanco focuses on car accidents, dui/dwi, truck accidents, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Douglas Blake Chanco practiced law?
Douglas Blake Chanco has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Douglas Blake Chanco go to law school?
Douglas Blake Chanco earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (B.S. Criminology, 2001).
How can I contact Douglas Blake Chanco for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas Blake Chanco 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 Douglas Blake Chanco received?
Douglas Blake Chanco's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Florida Coastal School of Law
- 2006
B.S. Criminology
Florida State University
- 2001

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 2006
Georgia Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia
Admitted: 2006
Georgia
Admitted: 2006
New York
Admitted: 2012
New York
Admitted: 2012
U.S. Virgin Islands Georgia Court of Appeals
Admitted: 2018
U.S. Virgin Islands
Admitted: 2018
North Carolina
Admitted: 2020

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