Atty. John E. Stephenson, Jr.

Atty. John E. Stephenson, Jr.

Mr. John E.

Atlanta Atlanta 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About John E. Stephenson, Jr. at a glance

John E. Stephenson, Jr. is a Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Alston & Bird LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on business, ip, litigation, government, and international. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1984). Educated at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (J.D., 1984) and The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. John E. Stephenson, Jr. is a lawyer practicing litigation, commercial, intellectual property litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • John practices at Alston & Bird LLP in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

John E. Stephenson, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Civil Litigation

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

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Government & Administrative Law

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International 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 E. Stephenson, Jr.

Where is John E. Stephenson, Jr.'s law office located?
John E. Stephenson, Jr.'s law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Alston & Bird LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John E. Stephenson, Jr. handle?
John E. Stephenson, Jr. focuses on business, ip, litigation, government, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has John E. Stephenson, Jr. practiced law?
John E. Stephenson, Jr. has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did John E. Stephenson, Jr. go to law school?
John E. Stephenson, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact John E. Stephenson, Jr. for a consultation?
You can contact John E. Stephenson, Jr. 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 E. Stephenson, Jr. received?
John E. Stephenson, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1984
B.A.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1984

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