Atty. James Lee Michaels

Atty. James Lee Michaels

Mr. James Lee Michaels is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, securities litigation, business and 2 other areas of law.

Atlanta Atlanta 15 yrs experience 15 year
Call (469) 471-0285 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James Lee Michaels at a glance

James Lee Michaels is a business, white collar, litigation, and government attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (2011), California (2014), and Georgia (2015). Educated at Duke University School of Law (J.D., 2011) and Tulane University (B.S., 2008). Active member of Louisiana State, Federal and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James Lee Michaels is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, securities litigation, business and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Tulane University in 2008, and has been licensed for 15 years
  • James practices in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

James Lee Michaels's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Lee Michaels 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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White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James Lee Michaels is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Georgia →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 James Lee Michaels

Where is James Lee Michaels's law office located?
James Lee Michaels's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Lee Michaels handle?
James Lee Michaels focuses on business, white collar, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has James Lee Michaels practiced law?
James Lee Michaels has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did James Lee Michaels go to law school?
James Lee Michaels earned their education at (J.D., 2011); (B.S., 2008).
How can I contact James Lee Michaels for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Duke University School of Law
- 2011
B.S.
Tulane University
- 2008

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 2011
California
Admitted: 2014
Georgia
Admitted: 2015

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