Atty. William Jacob Cobb

Atty. William Jacob Cobb

Mr. William Jacob Cobb is a lawyer practicing litigation, general practice, elder law and 1 other area of law.

Atlanta Atlanta 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About William Jacob Cobb at a glance

William Jacob Cobb is a State Bar of GA, Off. of the Gen. Coun. based in Atlanta, Georgia. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on litigation and elder law. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1973), U.S. District Court, Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Georgia (1973), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1975), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida, U.S. Dist (1981). Educated at Emory University (J.D., 1973) and Duke University (B.A. Zoology, 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of DeKalb County and American (Member, Sections on: Litigation Elder Law) State Bar of Georgia (Member, Elder Law Section) Lawyers Club of Atlanta. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. William Jacob Cobb is a lawyer practicing litigation, general practice, elder law and 1 other area of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • William practices in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

William Jacob Cobb's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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Elder 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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Common questions about William Jacob Cobb

Where is William Jacob Cobb's law office located?
William Jacob Cobb's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Jacob Cobb handle?
William Jacob Cobb focuses on litigation, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has William Jacob Cobb practiced law?
William Jacob Cobb has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did William Jacob Cobb go to law school?
William Jacob Cobb earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A. Zoology, 1970).
How can I contact William Jacob Cobb for a consultation?
You can contact William Jacob Cobb directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has William Jacob Cobb received?
William Jacob Cobb's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Emory University
- 1973
B.A. Zoology
Duke University
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Georgia
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida, U.S. Dist
Admitted: 1981

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