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About James S. Altman at a glance
James S. Altman is a Mag. based in Atlanta, Georgia. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on family law. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1985) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1985). Educated at Georgia State University (J.D., 1985) and Macalester College (B.A., 1977). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Hon. James S. Altman is a lawyer practicing judicial, family law
- James received a B.A. degree from Macalester College in 1977, and has been licensed for 41 years
- James practices in Atlanta, GA
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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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 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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