Atty. Wayne Hampton Basford

Atty. Wayne Hampton Basford

Mr. Wayne Hampton Basford is a lawyer practicing agriculture law, administrative law, antitrust & trade law and 18 other areas of law.

Atlanta Atlanta 42 Years Experience 42 year
Call (678) 562-7391

Profile Summary

About Wayne Hampton Basford at a glance

Wayne Hampton Basford is an U.S. Dept. of Agriculture/GIPSA based in Atlanta, Georgia. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on contracts, trusts, criminal defense, employment, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Florida (1984) and Georgia (1998). Educated at Florida State University (J.D., 1983) and Florida State University (B.S., 1981). Serves clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Wayne Hampton Basford is a lawyer practicing agriculture law, administrative law, antitrust & trade law and 18 other areas of law
  • Wayne received a B.S. degree from Florida State University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Wayne practices in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Wayne Hampton Basford's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Wayne Hampton Basford handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Trusts

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Criminal Defense

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Employment Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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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 venue, 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 Wayne Hampton Basford

Where is Wayne Hampton Basford's law office located?
Wayne Hampton Basford's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Wayne Hampton Basford handle?
Wayne Hampton Basford focuses on contracts, trusts, criminal defense, employment, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Wayne Hampton Basford practiced law?
Wayne Hampton Basford has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Wayne Hampton Basford go to law school?
Wayne Hampton Basford earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.S., 1981).
How can I contact Wayne Hampton Basford for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Florida State University
- 1983
B.S.
Florida State University
- 1981

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1984
Georgia
Admitted: 1998

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