Atty. Douglas L. Brooks

Atty. Douglas L. Brooks

Member: Moot Court Board; Dean's Advisory Council. Associate: Powell, Goldstein, Frazer & Murphy, LLP, 1991-1994; Stokes, Lazarus & Carmichael, LLP, 1994-1997; David G.

Atlanta Atlanta 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas L. Brooks at a glance

Douglas L. Brooks is a Member based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Douglas L. Brooks, P.C.. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on business, creditor rights, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1991), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia (1991), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Georgia (1994), and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1995). Educated at Duke University (J.D., 1991) and Duke University (A.B., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Georgia Stonewall Bar Association of Georgia. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

Member

  • Moot Court Board
  • Dean's Advisory Council

Associate

  • Powell, Goldstein, Frazer & Murphy, LLP, 1991-1994
  • Stokes, Lazarus & Carmichael, LLP, 1994-1997
  • David G. Crockett, P.C., 1997-2000

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas L. Brooks's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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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 L. Brooks

Where is Douglas L. Brooks's law office located?
Douglas L. Brooks's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Douglas L. Brooks, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas L. Brooks handle?
Douglas L. Brooks focuses on business, creditor rights, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Douglas L. Brooks practiced law?
Douglas L. Brooks has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Douglas L. Brooks go to law school?
Douglas L. Brooks earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (A.B., 1984).
How can I contact Douglas L. Brooks for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Douglas L. Brooks received?
Douglas L. Brooks's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Duke University
- 1991
A.B.
Duke University
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Georgia
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1995

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