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About Jack M. McLaughlin at a glance
Jack M. McLaughlin is a criminal defense, family law, and elder law attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1965) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia (1965). Educated at Emory University (J.D., 1965) and Georgia State University (B.B.A., 1956). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Hon. Jack M. McLaughlin is a lawyer practicing criminal law, elder, family law and 3 other areas of law
- Jack received a B.B.A. degree from Georgia State University in 1956, and has been licensed for 61 years
- Jack practices in Atlanta, GA
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jack M. McLaughlin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Jack M. McLaughlin is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Georgia →
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
Jack M. McLaughlin is one of 47,923 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Georgia →
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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 venue, 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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