Atty. John A. Decker

Atty. John A. Decker

John A. Decker is a partner in Holland & Knight's Atlanta office and serves as co-chair of the firm’s Real Estate Finance Team.

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Profile Summary

About John A. Decker at a glance

John A. Decker is a real estate attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Holland & Knight LLP. Educated at The University of Tennessee (J.D., 2000). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Leisure and Hospitality Law (2026). Serves clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John A. Decker is a partner in Holland & Knight's Atlanta office and serves as co-chair of the firm’s Real Estate Finance Team
  • He focuses his practice on the areas of real estate finance and development with a specific emphasis on commercial real estate
  • Mr. Decker represents a wide range of clients in diverse matters such as corporate and asset based lending, healthcare finance, real estate investment trusts (REITs), acquisitions and dispositions of owned and leased assets, general corporate and business matters, and contract issues

Practice Areas Explained

John A. Decker's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John A. Decker handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 venue, 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 John A. Decker

Where is John A. Decker's law office located?
John A. Decker's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Holland & Knight LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John A. Decker handle?
John A. Decker focuses on real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
Where did John A. Decker go to law school?
John A. Decker earned their education at (J.D., 2000).
How can I contact John A. Decker for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John A. Decker received?
John A. Decker's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Leisure and Hospitality Law.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
The University of Tennessee
- 2000

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Leisure and Hospitality Law
- 2026

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