Atty. Peter Jay Shedd

Atty. Peter Jay Shedd

Mr. Peter Jay Shedd is a lawyer practicing business law, alternative dispute resolution, real property and 3 other areas of law.

Athens Athens 49 yrs experience 49 year
Call (762) 946-4171 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Peter Jay Shedd at a glance

Peter Jay Shedd is a chapter 7, chapter 13, business, real estate, and bankruptcy attorney based in Athens, Georgia. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1977). Educated at University of Georgia (J.D., 1977) and University of Georgia (B.B.A., 1974). Serands clients in Athens, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Peter Jay Shedd is a lawyer practicing business law, alternative dispute resolution, real property and 3 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.B.A. degree from University of Georgia in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Peter practices in Athens, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Jay Shedd's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Jay Shedd handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Peter Jay Shedd is one of 8,886 chapter 7 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 7 attorneys in Georgia →

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Peter Jay Shedd is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Georgia →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Peter Jay Shedd is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Georgia →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Peter Jay Shedd is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Georgia →

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 Athens 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 Peter Jay Shedd

Where is Peter Jay Shedd's law office located?
Peter Jay Shedd's law practice is located in Athens, Georgia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Jay Shedd handle?
Peter Jay Shedd focuses on chapter 7, chapter 13, business, real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Peter Jay Shedd practiced law?
Peter Jay Shedd has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Peter Jay Shedd go to law school?
Peter Jay Shedd earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Peter Jay Shedd for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Georgia
- 1977
B.B.A.
University of Georgia
- 1974

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1977

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