Atty. Jonathan Shils

Atty. Jonathan Shils

Mr. Jonathan Shils is a lawyer practicing commercial, securities / investment fraud, capital markets and 1 other area of law.

Atlanta Atlanta 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Jonathan Shils at a glance

Jonathan Shils is a Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at McGuireWoods LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, securities, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1974), Texas (1976), Florida (1977), and Georgia (1977). Educated at University of Alabama (J.D., 1974) and Columbia University (A.B., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Jonathan Shils is a lawyer practicing commercial, securities / investment fraud, capital markets and 1 other area of law
  • Jonathan received a A.B. degree from Columbia University in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Jonathan practices at McGuireWoods LLP in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Jonathan Shils's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan Shils 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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Real Estate Law

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

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Securities Law

Jonathan Shils is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in Georgia →

Consumer Protection

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Jonathan Shils is one of 50,607 consumer attorneys indexed nationally. Browse consumer 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 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 Jonathan Shils

Where is Jonathan Shils's law office located?
Jonathan Shils's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is McGuireWoods LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jonathan Shils handle?
Jonathan Shils focuses on business, real estate, securities, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Jonathan Shils practiced law?
Jonathan Shils has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Jonathan Shils go to law school?
Jonathan Shils earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (A.B., 1969).
How can I contact Jonathan Shils for a consultation?
You can contact Jonathan Shils 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 Jonathan Shils received?
Jonathan Shils's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Alabama
- 1974
A.B.
Columbia University
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 1974
Texas
Admitted: 1976
Florida
Admitted: 1977
Georgia
Admitted: 1977

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