Atty. Maryellen Simmons

Atty. Maryellen Simmons

Ms. Maryellen Simmons is a lawyer practicing products liability, general practice, personal injury and 6 other areas of law.

Carrollton Carrollton 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Maryellen Simmons at a glance

Maryellen Simmons is a Member based in Carrollton, Georgia, practicing at Johnson, Word & Simmons. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, ssd, and securities. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1990) and Alabama (1992). Educated at Cumberland School of Law of Samford University (J.D. AL, 1990) and University of Alabama in Huntsville (B.S.B.A. M.A.S., 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of State Bar of Georgia Alabama State Bar The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Carrollton, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ms. Maryellen Simmons is a lawyer practicing products liability, general practice, personal injury and 6 other areas of law
  • Maryellen received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Alabama in Huntsville in 1985, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Maryellen practices at Johnson, Word & Simmons in Carrollton, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Maryellen Simmons's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Social Security Disability

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Securities 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 Carrollton 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 Maryellen Simmons

Where is Maryellen Simmons's law office located?
Maryellen Simmons's law practice is located in Carrollton, Georgia. The firm is Johnson, Word & Simmons. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Maryellen Simmons handle?
Maryellen Simmons focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, ssd, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Maryellen Simmons practiced law?
Maryellen Simmons has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Maryellen Simmons go to law school?
Maryellen Simmons earned their education at (J.D. AL, 1990); (B.S.B.A. M.A.S., 1985).
How can I contact Maryellen Simmons for a consultation?
You can contact Maryellen Simmons 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 Maryellen Simmons received?
Maryellen Simmons's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. AL
Cumberland School of Law of Samford University
- 1990
B.S.B.A. M.A.S.
University of Alabama in Huntsville
- 1985

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1990
Alabama
Admitted: 1992

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