Atty. Frank E. Riggs, Jr.

Atty. Frank E. Riggs, Jr.

Mr. Frank E.

Atlanta Atlanta 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Frank E. Riggs, Jr. at a glance

Frank E. Riggs, Jr. is a Partner; Practice Group Leader based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Troutman Sanders LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, adr, energy, and international. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1974) and Colorado U.S. Court of Federal Claims U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit U.S. Court of App (1997). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1974) and University of Southern Mississippi (B.S. Political, 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Atlanta Bar Association. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Frank E. Riggs, Jr. is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, construction, corporate counsel and 3 other areas of law
  • Frank E. received a B.S. degree from University of Southern Mississippi in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Frank E. practices at Troutman Sanders LLP in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Frank E. Riggs, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Frank E. Riggs, Jr. 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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Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Frank E. Riggs, Jr. is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Georgia →

Energy & Utilities Law

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International 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 Frank E. Riggs, Jr.

Where is Frank E. Riggs, Jr.'s law office located?
Frank E. Riggs, Jr.'s law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Troutman Sanders LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Frank E. Riggs, Jr. handle?
Frank E. Riggs, Jr. focuses on business, litigation, adr, energy, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Frank E. Riggs, Jr. practiced law?
Frank E. Riggs, Jr. has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Frank E. Riggs, Jr. go to law school?
Frank E. Riggs, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S. Political, 1971).
How can I contact Frank E. Riggs, Jr. for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Frank E. Riggs, Jr. received?
Frank E. Riggs, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1974
B.S. Political
University of Southern Mississippi
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1974
Colorado U.S. Court of Federal Claims U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit U.S. Court of App
Admitted: 1997

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