Atty. John A. Tapia

Atty. John A. Tapia

John A. Tapia is a lawyer practicing criminal law, elder law, civil litigation and 9 other areas of law.

Atlanta Atlanta 33 yrs experience 33 year
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About John A. Tapia at a glance

John A. Tapia is a Pub. Def. Off. -Atlanta based in Atlanta, Georgia. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, citizenship, criminal defense, and immigration. Admitted to practice in New York (1993), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1993), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1993), and Georgia U.S. Supreme Court (2006). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1992) and Southern Methodist University (B.A., 1989). Active member of New York State, Puerto Rican and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • John A. Tapia is a lawyer practicing criminal law, elder law, civil litigation and 9 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • John practices in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

John A. Tapia's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Citizenship & Naturalization

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Criminal Defense

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Immigration 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 John A. Tapia

Where is John A. Tapia's law office located?
John A. Tapia's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John A. Tapia handle?
John A. Tapia focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, citizenship, criminal defense, immigration. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has John A. Tapia practiced law?
John A. Tapia has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did John A. Tapia go to law school?
John A. Tapia earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact John A. Tapia for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 1992
B.A.
Southern Methodist University
- 1989

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1993
Georgia U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2006

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