Atty. William D. Flatt

Atty. William D. Flatt

William D. Flatt, P.E., Esq. maintains a national and international construction law, litigation and alternative dispute resolution practice, which includes advising and representing general contractors, subcontractors, design professionals, manufacturers, suppliers and owners in aggressive prosecution and defense of claims.

Atlanta Atlanta 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About William D. Flatt at a glance

William D. Flatt is a Member based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Flatt & Dale, P.C.. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on trademark, business, construction, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1991). Educated at Memphis State University (J.D., 1991) and Auburn University (B.C.E. University, 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Georgia American Bar Association (Member, Forum on the Construction Industry) American Society of Civil Engineers National Society of Professional Engineers. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William D. Flatt, P.E., Esq. maintains a national and international construction law, litigation and alternative dispute resolution practice, which includes advising and representing general contractors, subcontractors, design professionals, manufacturers, suppliers and owners in aggressive prosecution and defense of claims
  • Mr. Flatt has a wealth of construction experience as an engineer and attorney
  • He has written a number of articles on construction issues that have been published as chapters to books, in professional publications and national journals
  • Mr. Flatt also serves as general counsel to a number of trade associations serving various segments of the construction industry
  • He has been recognized and named as a Georgia “Super Lawyer” in the Atlanta Magazine and Georgia Super Lawyers publication
  • Prior to practicing law, Mr. Flatt earned his Master of Science in Civil Engineering from University of Kansas in 1985, where he was a graduate instructor and recipient of the Wiley Fellowship
  • He received his Bachelor of Civil Engineering from Auburn University in 1982, where he was presented with the First Alternate for Outstanding Engineering Graduate Award
  • In 1991, Mr. Flatt earned his Juris Doctorate, with high honors, from Memphis State University, where he served as Managing Editor of Memphis State University Law Review and was recipient of the Sam Myar Memorial Scholarship
  • Although no longer a practicing engineer, he held professional engineering licenses in Georgia and Alabama and received the Quality Spotlight Award from former employer, Burns & McDonnell Engineering
  • Mr. Flatt holds bar admissions in both trial and appellate courts of Georgia to practice law throughout the Northern and Middle Federal District Courts of Georgia and the Eleventh United States Circuit Court of Appeals
  • Chi Epsilon
  • Tau Beta Pi
  • Managing Editor, 1990-1991 and Member, 1989-1991, Memphis State University Law Review
  • Professional Engineer

Practice Areas Explained

William D. Flatt's Areas of Practice

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

Trademark Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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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 William D. Flatt

Where is William D. Flatt's law office located?
William D. Flatt's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Flatt & Dale, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William D. Flatt handle?
William D. Flatt focuses on trademark, business, construction, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has William D. Flatt practiced law?
William D. Flatt has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did William D. Flatt go to law school?
William D. Flatt earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.C.E. University, 1982).
How can I contact William D. Flatt for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William D. Flatt received?
William D. Flatt's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Memphis State University
- 1991
B.C.E. University
Auburn University
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1991

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