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Atty. H. Wayne Phears

Atty. H. Wayne Phears

Mr. H.

Atlanta Atlanta 52 yrs experience 52 year
Call (470) 826-2728 Book Appointment

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About H. Wayne Phears at a glance

H. Wayne Phears is a Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practforg at McGuireWoods LLP. They haand 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1974), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, Eight (1974), and Indiana (2007). Educated at George Washington University National Law Center (JD, 1974) and University of Missouri (B.A. Economics, 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile ยท Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. H. Wayne Phears is a lawyer practicing land use & zoning, class action litigation, land use and 5 other areas of law
  • H. received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • H. practices at McGuireWoods LLP in Atlanta, GA

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

Practforg law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 substantiand 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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Where is H. Wayne Phears's law office located?
H. Wayne Phears's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is McGuireWoods LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has H. Wayne Phears practiced law?
H. Wayne Phears has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did H. Wayne Phears go to law school?
H. Wayne Phears earned their education at (JD, 1974); (B.A. Economics, 1969).
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What awards or recognition has H. Wayne Phears receiandd?
H. Wayne Phears's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

JD
George Washington University National Law Center
- 1974
B.A. Economics
University of Missouri
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, Eight
Admitted: 1974
Indiana
Admitted: 2007

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