Atty. Michelle Saunders Staes

Atty. Michelle Saunders Staes

Ms. Michelle Saunders Staes is a lawyer practicing criminal defense.

Atlanta Atlanta 31 yrs experience 31 year
Call (404) 777-1108 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Michelle Saunders Staes at a glance

Michelle Saunders Staes is an Asst. Pub. Def. based in Atlanta, Georgia. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Florida (1995). Educated at Tulane University of Louisiana (J.D., 1994) and Spelman College (B.A., 1991). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ms. Michelle Saunders Staes is a lawyer practicing criminal defense
  • Michelle received a B.A. degree from Spelman College in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Michelle practices in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Michelle Saunders Staes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michelle Saunders Staes 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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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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Where is Michelle Saunders Staes's law office located?
Michelle Saunders Staes's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michelle Saunders Staes handle?
Michelle Saunders Staes focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Michelle Saunders Staes practiced law?
Michelle Saunders Staes has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Michelle Saunders Staes go to law school?
Michelle Saunders Staes earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1991).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Tulane University of Louisiana
- 1994
B.A.
Spelman College
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1995

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