Atty. Rebecca D. Cottingham

Atty. Rebecca D. Cottingham

Ms. Rebecca D.

Atlanta Atlanta 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Rebecca D. Cottingham at a glance

Rebecca D. Cottingham is a employment, estate litigation, and litigation attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1984). Educated at University of Georgia School of Law (J.D., 1984) and Agnes Scott College (B.A., 1981). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ms. Rebecca D. Cottingham is a lawyer practicing employment law, fiduciary law, lawsuits & disputes
  • Rebecca received a B.A. degree from Agnes Scott College in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Rebecca practices in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Rebecca D. Cottingham's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Rebecca D. Cottingham handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Estate & Trust Litigation

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Rebecca D. Cottingham

Where is Rebecca D. Cottingham's law office located?
Rebecca D. Cottingham's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Rebecca D. Cottingham handle?
Rebecca D. Cottingham focuses on employment, estate litigation, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Rebecca D. Cottingham practiced law?
Rebecca D. Cottingham has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Rebecca D. Cottingham go to law school?
Rebecca D. Cottingham earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Rebecca D. Cottingham for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Georgia School of Law
- 1984
B.A.
Agnes Scott College
- 1981

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1984

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