Atty. John Handy Edwards

Atty. John Handy Edwards

John Handy Edwards is a lawyer practicing business transactions, mergers and acquisitions, corporate law and 1 other area of law. John received a B.B.A. degree from Southern Methodist University in 2000, and has been licensed for 21 years.

Oklahoma City Oklahoma City 21 yrs experience 21 year
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Profile Summary

About John Handy Edwards at a glance

John Handy Edwards is an Associate based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, practicing at Porter Hedges LLP. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on business and m&a. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma (2005), U.S. District Court, Western, Eastern and Northern Districts of Oklahoma (2005), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (2006). Educated at University of Oklahoma (J.D., 2005) and Southern Methodist University (B.B.A. Southern, 2000). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Oklahoma, Oklahoma County and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Oklahoma City, OK and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Handy Edwards is a lawyer practicing business transactions, mergers and acquisitions, corporate law and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.B.A. degree from Southern Methodist University in 2000, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • John practices at Porter Hedges LLP in Oklahoma City, OK

Practice Areas Explained

John Handy Edwards's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Handy Edwards 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oklahoma

Practicing law in Oklahoma. Legal matters in Oklahoma are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Oklahoma City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Oklahoma state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Handy Edwards

Where is John Handy Edwards's law office located?
John Handy Edwards's law practice is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The firm is Porter Hedges LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Handy Edwards handle?
John Handy Edwards focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oklahoma.
How long has John Handy Edwards practiced law?
John Handy Edwards has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did John Handy Edwards go to law school?
John Handy Edwards earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.B.A. Southern, 2000).
How can I contact John Handy Edwards for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Handy Edwards received?
John Handy Edwards's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Oklahoma
- 2005
B.B.A. Southern
Southern Methodist University
- 2000

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Oklahoma
Admitted: 2005
U.S. District Court, Western, Eastern and Northern Districts of Oklahoma
Admitted: 2005
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 2006

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