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Atty. James Mackiell Hunter

Atty. James Mackiell Hunter

Mr. James Mackiell Hunter is a lawyer practicing corporate, eminent domain & condemnation, employment and 7 other areas of law.

Atlanta Atlanta 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About James Mackiell Hunter at a glance

James Mackiell Hunter is a Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Morris Manning And Martin Llp. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on employment, business, m&a, zoning, and health care. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1973), Iowa (1973), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S.District Court, Northern District of Georgia (1974), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1978). Educated at Howard University Law School (J.D., 1973) and Fort Valley State University (B.S., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Atlanta, Gate City, American and National Bar Associations Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law (Board Member) Lawyer's Club of Atlanta American Law Institute. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James Mackiell Hunter is a lawyer practicing corporate, eminent domain & condemnation, employment and 7 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Fort Valley State University in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • James practices at Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

James Mackiell Hunter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Mackiell Hunter handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

James Mackiell Hunter is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Georgia →

Land Use & Zoning

James Mackiell Hunter is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Georgia →

Health Care 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 James Mackiell Hunter

Where is James Mackiell Hunter's law office located?
James Mackiell Hunter's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Morris Manning And Martin Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Mackiell Hunter handle?
James Mackiell Hunter focuses on employment, business, m&a, zoning, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has James Mackiell Hunter practiced law?
James Mackiell Hunter has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did James Mackiell Hunter go to law school?
James Mackiell Hunter earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.S., 1968).
How can I contact James Mackiell Hunter for a consultation?
You can contact James Mackiell Hunter directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James Mackiell Hunter received?
James Mackiell Hunter's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Howard University Law School
- 1973
B.S.
Fort Valley State University
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1973
Iowa
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S.District Court, Northern District of Georgia
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1978
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Georgia
Admitted: 1995

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