Atty. Leslie A. Oakes

Atty. Leslie A. Oakes

Mr. Leslie A.

Atlanta Atlanta 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Leslie A. Oakes at a glance

Leslie A. Oakes is a Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at King & Spalding LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on environmental. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1986). Educated at Georgia State University (J.D., 1986) and Georgia Institute of Technology (B.M.E. Georgia, 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Leslie A. Oakes is a lawyer practicing environmental law
  • Leslie received a B.M.E. degree from Georgia Institute of Technology in 1974, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Leslie practices at King & Spalding LLP in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Leslie A. Oakes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Leslie A. Oakes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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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 Leslie A. Oakes

Where is Leslie A. Oakes's law office located?
Leslie A. Oakes's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is King & Spalding LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Leslie A. Oakes handle?
Leslie A. Oakes focuses on environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Leslie A. Oakes practiced law?
Leslie A. Oakes has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Leslie A. Oakes go to law school?
Leslie A. Oakes earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.M.E. Georgia, 1974).
How can I contact Leslie A. Oakes for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Leslie A. Oakes received?
Leslie A. Oakes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Georgia State University
- 1986
B.M.E. Georgia
Georgia Institute of Technology
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1986

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