Atty. Kenneth S. Canfield

Atty. Kenneth S. Canfield

Kenneth S. Canfield is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury, products liability and 5 other areas of law.

Atlanta Atlanta 47 Years Experience 47 year
Call (404) 301-3945

Profile Summary

About Kenneth S. Canfield at a glance

Kenneth S. Canfield is a Member based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Doffermyre Shields Canfield & Knowles LLC. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, class action, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1979), Colorado (1982), and Georgia U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, Middle District of Alabama, District of Co (1986). Educated at Yale University (J.D., 1977) and Dartmouth College (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Master, 1994—, Lumpkin Inn of Court. Serves clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Kenneth S. Canfield is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury, products liability and 5 other areas of law
  • Kenneth received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Kenneth practices at Doffermyre Shields Canfield & Knowles LLC in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Kenneth S. Canfield's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kenneth S. Canfield handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

Kenneth S. Canfield is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Georgia →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Kenneth S. Canfield is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Georgia →

Class Action

Kenneth S. Canfield is one of 23,998 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Georgia →

Product Liability

Kenneth S. Canfield is one of 60,257 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Georgia →

Civil Litigation

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

Kenneth S. Canfield is one of 409,070 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 venue, 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 Kenneth S. Canfield

Where is Kenneth S. Canfield's law office located?
Kenneth S. Canfield's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Doffermyre Shields Canfield & Knowles LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kenneth S. Canfield handle?
Kenneth S. Canfield focuses on personal injury, business, class action, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Kenneth S. Canfield practiced law?
Kenneth S. Canfield has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Kenneth S. Canfield go to law school?
Kenneth S. Canfield earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Kenneth S. Canfield for a consultation?
You can contact Kenneth S. Canfield 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 Kenneth S. Canfield received?
Kenneth S. Canfield's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Yale University
- 1977
B.A.
Dartmouth College
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1979
Colorado
Admitted: 1982
Georgia U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, Middle District of Alabama, District of Co
Admitted: 1986

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