Atty. Douglas Hanson Duerr

Atty. Douglas Hanson Duerr

Mr. Douglas Hanson Duerr is a lawyer practicing labor (management) law, employment law, immigration law.

Atlanta Atlanta 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas Hanson Duerr at a glance

Douglas Hanson Duerr is a Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Elarbee, Thompson, Sapp & Wilson, LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on employment and immigration. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1989). Educated at Walter F. George School of Law Mercer University (J.D., 1989) and University of the South (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Atlanta (Member, Labor and Employment Law Section) and American (Member, Labor and Employment Law Section) Bar Associations State Bar of Georgia (Member, Labor and Employment Law Section) American Immigration Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Douglas Hanson Duerr is a lawyer practicing labor (management) law, employment law, immigration law
  • Douglas received a B.A. degree from University of the South in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Douglas practices at Elarbee, Thompson, Sapp & Wilson, LLP in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Hanson Duerr's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas Hanson Duerr 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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Immigration 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 Douglas Hanson Duerr

Where is Douglas Hanson Duerr's law office located?
Douglas Hanson Duerr's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Elarbee, Thompson, Sapp & Wilson, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Hanson Duerr handle?
Douglas Hanson Duerr focuses on employment, immigration. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Douglas Hanson Duerr practiced law?
Douglas Hanson Duerr has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Douglas Hanson Duerr go to law school?
Douglas Hanson Duerr earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Douglas Hanson Duerr for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Douglas Hanson Duerr received?
Douglas Hanson Duerr's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Walter F. George School of Law Mercer University
- 1989
B.A.
University of the South
- 1986

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1989

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