Atty. Michael James O'Leary

Atty. Michael James O'Leary

Mr. Michael James O'Leary is a lawyer practicing white collar crime, felonies, securities and 9 other areas of law.

Atlanta Atlanta 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Michael James O'Leary at a glance

Michael James O'Leary is an U.S. Drug Enforcement Admin. based in Atlanta, Georgia. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, tax, white collar, and securities. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1982), U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1982), Georgia (1986), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia (1986). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1982) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1979). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Michael James O'Leary is a lawyer practicing white collar crime, felonies, securities and 9 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Michael practices in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael James O'Leary's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael James O'Leary handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Tax Law

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White Collar Crimes

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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 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 Michael James O'Leary

Where is Michael James O'Leary's law office located?
Michael James O'Leary's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael James O'Leary handle?
Michael James O'Leary focuses on criminal defense, business, tax, white collar, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Michael James O'Leary practiced law?
Michael James O'Leary has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Michael James O'Leary go to law school?
Michael James O'Leary earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Michael James O'Leary for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1982
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1979

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1982
Georgia
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia
Admitted: 1986

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