Atty. Elizabeth Mitchell Oakes

Atty. Elizabeth Mitchell Oakes

Elizabeth Mitchell Oakes is a lawyer practicing administrative hearings and appeals, professional licensing, special education and 18 other areas of law. Elizabeth received a B.S. degree from University of Florida in 1978, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Jacksonville Jacksonville 32 yrs experience 32 year
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About Elizabeth Mitchell Oakes at a glance

Elizabeth Mitchell Oakes is a wrongful termination, discrimination, family law, employment, and ip attorney based in Jacksonville, Florida. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in California (1994), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1994), U.S. District Court, Southern, Eastern and Central Districts of California and U.S. Court of Appeals (1995), and Florida (2006). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 1994) and University of Florida (B.S. Journalism, 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Jacksonville, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Elizabeth Mitchell Oakes is a lawyer practicing administrative hearings and appeals, professional licensing, special education and 18 other areas of law
  • Elizabeth received a B.S. degree from University of Florida in 1978, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Elizabeth practices in Jacksonville, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Elizabeth Mitchell Oakes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Elizabeth Mitchell Oakes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Termination

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Workplace Discrimination

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Intellectual Property

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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 Jacksonville 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Elizabeth Mitchell Oakes

Where is Elizabeth Mitchell Oakes's law office located?
Elizabeth Mitchell Oakes's law practice is located in Jacksonville, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Elizabeth Mitchell Oakes handle?
Elizabeth Mitchell Oakes focuses on wrongful termination, discrimination, family law, employment, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Elizabeth Mitchell Oakes practiced law?
Elizabeth Mitchell Oakes has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Elizabeth Mitchell Oakes go to law school?
Elizabeth Mitchell Oakes earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.S. Journalism, 1978).
How can I contact Elizabeth Mitchell Oakes for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Elizabeth Mitchell Oakes received?
Elizabeth Mitchell Oakes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
- 1994
B.S. Journalism
University of Florida
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Southern, Eastern and Central Districts of California and U.S. Court of Appeals
Admitted: 1995
Florida
Admitted: 2006
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 2006

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