Atty. Jim Michael
Recently Named One of Georgia's Super Lawyers in the Practice of Criminal Law. Former DeKalb County Public Defender.
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Jim Michael is a Partner based in Decatur, Georgia, practicing at James D. Michael, P.C.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, juvenile, and sex crimes. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1995) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia (2003). Educated at Emory University School of Law (J.D., 1995) and Duke University (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of DeKalb County Bar Association Gwinnett County Bar Association State Bar of Georgia Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Decatur, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Recently Named One of Georgia's Super Lawyers in the Practice of Criminal Law
- Former DeKalb County Public Defender
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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 Decatur 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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