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About Michael L. Chidester at a glance
Michael L. Chidester is a Member based in Byron, Georgia, practicing at Michael L. Chidester P.C.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1985), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Georgia (1987), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Georgia and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1987). Educated at University of Georgia (J.D., 1985) and University of Georgia (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Byron, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Mr. Michael L. Chidester is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, tort & insurance law and 1 other area of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Georgia in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
- Michael practices at Michael L. Chidester P.C. in Byron, GA
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Michael L. Chidester's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael L. Chidester handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Michael L. Chidester is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Georgia →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Michael L. Chidester is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Georgia →
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Michael L. Chidester is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Georgia →
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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 Byron 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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