Atty. Scott Watson Deplonty

Atty. Scott Watson Deplonty

Mr. Scott Watson Deplonty is a lawyer practicing criminal defense.

Decatur Decatur 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About Scott Watson Deplonty at a glance

Scott Watson Deplonty is a Dekalb Co. Pub. Def. Off. based in Decatur, Georgia. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1997) and Georgia (2003). Educated at Washington University (J.D., 1995) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1992). Serands clients in Decatur, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Scott Watson Deplonty is a lawyer practicing criminal defense
  • Scott received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1992, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Scott practices in Decatur, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Watson Deplonty's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott Watson Deplonty handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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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 Decatur 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 Scott Watson Deplonty's law office located?
Scott Watson Deplonty's law practice is located in Decatur, Georgia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Watson Deplonty handle?
Scott Watson Deplonty focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Scott Watson Deplonty practiced law?
Scott Watson Deplonty has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Scott Watson Deplonty go to law school?
Scott Watson Deplonty earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1992).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Washington University
- 1995
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1992

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1997
Georgia
Admitted: 2003

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