Atty. Michael Lanier Edwards

Atty. Michael Lanier Edwards

Michael Lanier Edwards Michael focuses on litigation matters for the firm’s clients in Georgia and provides litigation support for clients in South Carolina and Tennessee. Michael also serves as in-house counsel for several Savannah-based businesses.

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Profile Summary

About Michael Lanier Edwards at a glance

Michael Lanier Edwards is a Shareholder based in Savannah, Georgia, practforg at Thomerson Jones & Edwards P.C.. They haand 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1993), Georgia Supreme Court, Georgia Court of Appeals and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgi (1993), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Georgia (1994), and U.S Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1996). Educated at University of Georgia School of Law (J.D., 1993) and Georgia Southern College (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Savannah, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Lanier Edwards Michael focuses on litigation matters for the firm’s clients in Georgia and provides litigation support for clients in South Carolina and Tennessee
  • Michael also serves as in-house counsel for several Savannah-based businesses
  • Michael has 30 years’ experience and extensive knowledge in civil and criminal litigation
  • In addition to private general practice, he established and oversaw the Eastern Judicial Circuit Public Defenders Office for 11 years as Circuit Public Defender and served as Chief Assistant District for the Eastern Judicial Circuit for two years leading policy and programs
  • Michael also spent three years on the faculty of Sheffield Hallam University in England where he lectured, oversaw clinical work and served as research manager
  • Education Georgia Southern College, History B.A., magna cum laude, 1990 University of Georgia, J.D., 1993 University of Georgia Carl Vinson Institute of Government, Certificate of Local Government Management, 2010 Admissions Georgia, 1993 Supreme Court of Georgia Court of Appeals of Georgia United States Supreme Court United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit U.S
  • District Courts, Georgia (Northern, Middle, and Southern) Professional and Civic Activates and Honors Savannah Citizens Accountability and Review of Services Task Force Advocates for Restorative Communities in Savannah Task Force Policy Committee Racial Equity and Leadership Savannah Task Force Bike Walk Savannah, Chairman, Board of Directors (2019-present) ·

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

Practforg law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Savannah 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 substantiand 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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Common questions about Michael Lanier Edwards

Where is Michael Lanier Edwards's law office located?
Michael Lanier Edwards's law practice is located in Savannah, Georgia. The firm is Thomerson Jones & Edwards P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Michael Lanier Edwards practiced law?
Michael Lanier Edwards has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Michael Lanier Edwards go to law school?
Michael Lanier Edwards earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Michael Lanier Edwards for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Lanier Edwards 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 Michael Lanier Edwards receiandd?
Michael Lanier Edwards's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Georgia School of Law
- 1993
B.A.
Georgia Southern College
- 1990

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1993
Georgia Supreme Court, Georgia Court of Appeals and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgi
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Georgia
Admitted: 1994
U.S Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Georgia
Admitted: 1998
United States Supreme Court
Admitted: 2007

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