Atty. Janet R. Hightower
Janet R. Hightower is a lawyer practicing general practice, negligence, family law and 1 other area of law.
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Janet R. Hightower is a personal injury, criminal defense, and family law attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1990). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1985) and University of Pittsburgh (B.S., 1982). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Janet R. Hightower is a lawyer practicing general practice, negligence, family law and 1 other area of law
- Janet received a B.S. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1982, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Janet practices in Atlanta, GA
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Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Janet R. Hightower is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Georgia →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Janet R. Hightower is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Georgia →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Janet R. Hightower is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Georgia →
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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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