Atty. Sharon Douglas Stokes
Ms. Sharon Douglas Stokes is a lawyer practicing criminal law, appellate practice, government and 3 other areas of law.
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Sharon Douglas Stokes is a criminal defense, litigation, government, and appellate attorney based in Avondale Estates, Georgia. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1980). Educated at University of Georgia (J.D., 1980) and Furman University (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Avondale Estates, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Ms. Sharon Douglas Stokes is a lawyer practicing criminal law, appellate practice, government and 3 other areas of law
- Sharon received a B.A. degree from Furman University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Sharon practices in Avondale Estates, GA
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Sharon Douglas Stokes's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sharon Douglas Stokes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Sharon Douglas Stokes is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Georgia →
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Sharon Douglas Stokes is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Georgia →
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Sharon Douglas Stokes is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 Avondale Estates 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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