Atty. Lon Powell Kemeness

Atty. Lon Powell Kemeness

Mr. Lon Powell Kemeness is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui/dwi, drunk driving defense and 2 other areas of law.

Tifton Tifton 30 yrs experience 30 year
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About Lon Powell Kemeness at a glance

Lon Powell Kemeness is a Member based in Tifton, Georgia, practicing at Lon P. Kemeness. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1996) and Georgia Court of Appeals and Georgia Supreme Court (1996). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1996) and Ohio Wesleyan University (B.A., 1991). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Tifton and American Bar Associations State Bar of Georgia National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Tifton, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Lon Powell Kemeness is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui/dwi, drunk driving defense and 2 other areas of law
  • Lon received a B.A. degree from Ohio Wesleyan University in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Lon practices at Lon P. Kemeness in Tifton, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Lon Powell Kemeness's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lon Powell Kemeness handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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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 Tifton 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 Lon Powell Kemeness

Where is Lon Powell Kemeness's law office located?
Lon Powell Kemeness's law practice is located in Tifton, Georgia. The firm is Lon P. Kemeness. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lon Powell Kemeness handle?
Lon Powell Kemeness focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Lon Powell Kemeness practiced law?
Lon Powell Kemeness has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Lon Powell Kemeness go to law school?
Lon Powell Kemeness earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Lon Powell Kemeness for a consultation?
You can contact Lon Powell Kemeness 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 Lon Powell Kemeness received?
Lon Powell Kemeness's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1996
B.A.
Ohio Wesleyan University
- 1991

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1996
Georgia Court of Appeals and Georgia Supreme Court
Admitted: 1996

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