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About James E. McDonald, Jr. at a glance
James E. McDonald, Jr. is a Juv. Ct. J. based in Athens, Georgia. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1971). Educated at University of Georgia (J.D., 1971) and Georgia Institute of Technology (B.S.I.M., 1964). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Athens, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Hon. James E. McDonald, Jr. is a lawyer practicing ethics & professional responsibility, litigation, general practice
- James received a degree from Georgia Institute of Technology in 1964, and has been licensed for 55 years
- James practices in Athens, GA
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E. McDonald, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 Athens 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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