Atty. James Scott Stokes

Atty. James Scott Stokes

Mr. James Scott Stokes is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, contracts & agreements, government contracts and 4 other areas of law.

Atlanta Atlanta 32 yrs experience 32 year
Call (770) 762-9089 Book Appointment

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About James Scott Stokes at a glance

James Scott Stokes is a contracts, criminal defense, estate planning, government, and insurance attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1994). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. James Scott Stokes is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, contracts & agreements, government contracts and 4 other areas of law
  • James has been licensed for 32 years
  • James practices in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

James Scott Stokes's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

James Scott Stokes is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Georgia →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

James Scott Stokes is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Georgia →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James Scott Stokes is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Georgia →

Government & Administrative Law

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

James Scott Stokes is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Georgia →

Insurance 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 Scott Stokes

Where is James Scott Stokes's law office located?
James Scott Stokes's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Scott Stokes handle?
James Scott Stokes focuses on contracts, criminal defense, estate planning, government, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has James Scott Stokes practiced law?
James Scott Stokes has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
How can I contact James Scott Stokes for a consultation?
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Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1994

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