Atty. William David Cornwell, Sr.

Atty. William David Cornwell, Sr.

Mr. William David Cornwell, Sr. is a lawyer practicing business transactions, sports, media and entertainment.

Atlanta Atlanta 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About William David Cornwell, Sr. at a glance

William David Cornwell, Sr. is a Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on business and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York (1986), California (1995), and Georgia (2008). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1985) and Tufts University (B.A., 1982). Active member of American Bar Association Sports Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. William David Cornwell, Sr. is a lawyer practicing business transactions, sports, media and entertainment
  • William David received a B.A. degree from Tufts University in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • William David practices at Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

William David Cornwell, Sr.'s Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 David Cornwell, Sr.

Where is William David Cornwell, Sr.'s law office located?
William David Cornwell, Sr.'s law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William David Cornwell, Sr. handle?
William David Cornwell, Sr. focuses on business, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has William David Cornwell, Sr. practiced law?
William David Cornwell, Sr. has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did William David Cornwell, Sr. go to law school?
William David Cornwell, Sr. earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact William David Cornwell, Sr. for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1985
B.A.
Tufts University
- 1982

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1986
California
Admitted: 1995
Georgia
Admitted: 2008

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