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About Lawton E. Stephens at a glance
Lawton E. Stephens is a Supr. Ct. Chf. J. based in Athens, Georgia. They haand 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1981). Educated at University of Georgia (J.D., 1981) and University of North Carolina (B.A., 1977). Serands clients in Athens, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Hon. Lawton E. Stephens is a lawyer practicing family law, judicial, general practice & trial law and 1 other area of law
- Lawton received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Lawton practices in Athens, GA
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Why local counsel matters in Georgia
Practforg law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Athens 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 substantiand 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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