Atty. Matthew Leroy Hess

Atty. Matthew Leroy Hess

Matthew Leroy Hess is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, arbitration, civil rights and 6 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years.

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Profile Summary

About Matthew Leroy Hess at a glance

Matthew Leroy Hess is a Member based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Taylor, Feil, Harper, Lumsden & Hess PC. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on civil rights, government, adr, appellate, and international. Admitted to practice in New York (1983), California (1989), and Georgia (1991). Educated at Cornell University (J.D., 1982) and University of Washington (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew Leroy Hess is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, arbitration, civil rights and 6 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Matthew practices at Taylor, Feil, Harper, Lumsden & Hess PC in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Leroy Hess's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Matthew Leroy Hess is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Georgia →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Matthew Leroy Hess is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Georgia →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Matthew Leroy Hess is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Georgia →

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

Matthew Leroy Hess is one of 40,133 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international attorneys in Georgia →

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 Matthew Leroy Hess

Where is Matthew Leroy Hess's law office located?
Matthew Leroy Hess's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Taylor, Feil, Harper, Lumsden & Hess PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Leroy Hess handle?
Matthew Leroy Hess focuses on civil rights, government, adr, appellate, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Matthew Leroy Hess practiced law?
Matthew Leroy Hess has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Matthew Leroy Hess go to law school?
Matthew Leroy Hess earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Matthew Leroy Hess for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew Leroy Hess 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 Matthew Leroy Hess received?
Matthew Leroy Hess's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Cornell University
- 1982
B.A.
University of Washington
- 1979

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1983
California
Admitted: 1989
Georgia
Admitted: 1991

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