Atty. Richard David Tunkle
Mr. Richard David Tunkle is a lawyer practicing child custody, grandparents custody, third party custody and 2 other areas of law.
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Richard David Tunkle is a Partner based in Clayton, Georgia, practicing at English, Tunkle & Smith, LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on divorce and child custody. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1980). Educated at University of Georgia (J.D., 1980) and University of Georgia (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Georgia (Member, Family Law Section) Mountain Judicial Bar Association. Serands clients in Clayton, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Richard David Tunkle is a lawyer practicing child custody, grandparents custody, third party custody and 2 other areas of law
- Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Georgia in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Richard practices at English, Tunkle & Smith, LLP in Clayton, GA
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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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 Clayton 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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