Atty. George Blay Abney

Atty. George Blay Abney

George Blay Abney is a lawyer practicing federal & international tax, government & internal investigations, criminal and 2 other areas of law. George received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1991, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Atlanta Atlanta 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About George Blay Abney at a glance

George Blay Abney is a Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Alston & Bird LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, tax, international tax, and government. Admitted to practice in Florida (1999) and Georgia (2007). Educated at Florida State University (J.D., 1998) and Columbia University (B.A., 1991). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • George Blay Abney is a lawyer practicing federal & international tax, government & internal investigations, criminal and 2 other areas of law
  • George received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1991, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • George practices at Alston & Bird LLP in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

George Blay Abney's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases George Blay Abney handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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International Tax

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Government & Administrative 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 George Blay Abney

Where is George Blay Abney's law office located?
George Blay Abney's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Alston & Bird LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does George Blay Abney handle?
George Blay Abney focuses on criminal defense, tax, international tax, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has George Blay Abney practiced law?
George Blay Abney has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did George Blay Abney go to law school?
George Blay Abney earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact George Blay Abney for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Florida State University
- 1998
B.A.
Columbia University
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1999
Georgia
Admitted: 2007

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