Atty. Michael Kevin Rafter

Atty. Michael Kevin Rafter

Mr. Michael Kevin Rafter is a lawyer practicing securities, mergers and acquisitions, corporate law and 1 other area of law.

Atlanta Atlanta 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Kevin Rafter at a glance

Michael Kevin Rafter is a Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and securities. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1996). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1996) and University of Tennessee at Knoxville (B.S., 1990). Active member of Atlanta Bar Association State Bar of Georgia (Member, Securities Committee of Banking and Corporate Law) American Bar Association. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Michael Kevin Rafter is a lawyer practicing securities, mergers and acquisitions, corporate law and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1990, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Michael practices at Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Kevin Rafter's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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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 Kevin Rafter

Where is Michael Kevin Rafter's law office located?
Michael Kevin Rafter's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Kevin Rafter handle?
Michael Kevin Rafter focuses on business, m&a, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Michael Kevin Rafter practiced law?
Michael Kevin Rafter has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Michael Kevin Rafter go to law school?
Michael Kevin Rafter earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.S., 1990).
How can I contact Michael Kevin Rafter for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1996
B.S.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1996

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