Atty. Joseph Thomas Kilpatrick

Atty. Joseph Thomas Kilpatrick

Joseph Thomas Kilpatrick is a lawyer practicing litigation, labor & employment, class action. Joseph received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Atlanta Atlanta 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph Thomas Kilpatrick at a glance

Joseph Thomas Kilpatrick is a Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Alston & Bird LLP. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on employment, class action, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1968) and Georgia Indiana (1969). Educated at University of Tennessee (J.D., 1968) and University of Tennessee (B.S., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph Thomas Kilpatrick is a lawyer practicing litigation, labor & employment, class action
  • Joseph received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Joseph practices at Alston & Bird LLP in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph Thomas Kilpatrick's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph Thomas Kilpatrick handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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

Joseph Thomas Kilpatrick 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 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 Joseph Thomas Kilpatrick

Where is Joseph Thomas Kilpatrick's law office located?
Joseph Thomas Kilpatrick'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 Joseph Thomas Kilpatrick handle?
Joseph Thomas Kilpatrick focuses on employment, class action, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Joseph Thomas Kilpatrick practiced law?
Joseph Thomas Kilpatrick has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Joseph Thomas Kilpatrick go to law school?
Joseph Thomas Kilpatrick earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.S., 1965).
How can I contact Joseph Thomas Kilpatrick for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph Thomas Kilpatrick 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 Joseph Thomas Kilpatrick received?
Joseph Thomas Kilpatrick's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee
- 1968
B.S.
University of Tennessee
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1968
Georgia Indiana
Admitted: 1969

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