Atty. John Craig Cotton

Atty. John Craig Cotton

Mr. John Craig Cotton is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, litigation, personal injury and 2 other areas of law.

Cordele Cordele 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About John Craig Cotton at a glance

John Craig Cotton is a Member based in Cordele, Georgia, practicing at Cotton Law Firm. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Georgia (2001). Educated at Mercer University (J.D., 2001) and Columbus College (B.A. History, 1997). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Cordele, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. John Craig Cotton is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, litigation, personal injury and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Columbus College in 1997, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • John practices at Cotton Law Firm in Cordele, GA

Practice Areas Explained

John Craig Cotton's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Death

John Craig Cotton is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Georgia →

Personal Injury

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.

John Craig Cotton is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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.

John Craig Cotton is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Georgia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

John Craig Cotton is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Georgia →

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 Cordele 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 Craig Cotton

Where is John Craig Cotton's law office located?
John Craig Cotton's law practice is located in Cordele, Georgia. The firm is Cotton Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Craig Cotton handle?
John Craig Cotton focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has John Craig Cotton practiced law?
John Craig Cotton has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did John Craig Cotton go to law school?
John Craig Cotton earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A. History, 1997).
How can I contact John Craig Cotton for a consultation?
You can contact John Craig Cotton directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John Craig Cotton received?
John Craig Cotton's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Mercer University
- 2001
B.A. History
Columbus College
- 1997

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 2001

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