Atty. Mary Ellen Cates
Ms. Mary Ellen Cates is a lawyer practicing dispute resolution, family law, lawsuits & disputes.
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Mary Ellen Cates is a Principal based in Avondale Estates, Georgia, practicing at Mary E. Cates. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on family law and litigation. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1984). Educated at Woodrow Wilson College of Law (J.D., 1984) and Georgia State University (B.A., 1978). Serands clients in Avondale Estates, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Ms. Mary Ellen Cates is a lawyer practicing dispute resolution, family law, lawsuits & disputes
- Mary received a B.A. degree from Georgia State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Mary practices at Mary E. Cates in Avondale Estates, GA
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 Avondale Estates 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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