About
John Michael Levengood is a Lawrenceville, Georgia, lawyer who helps clients solve business and legal problems. He seeks practical, fair results while protecting client interests. His work includes commercial litigation, business guidance, estate matters, probate, and bankruptcy reorganization, supported by decades of legal practice in Georgia courts and legal settings.
John earned his A.B. in Political Science from the University of Georgia in 1977. He earned his J.D. cum laude from the University of Georgia School of Law in 1980. His education also included public policy, advocacy, legal writing, international law, and leadership activities tied to his early professional growth.
John received honors and held leadership roles during law school. He was part of the Order of Barristers, chaired the Moot Court Executive Board, and took part in the Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition. He also received a Dean Rusk Scholarship for advanced international legal study in Europe.
John began practicing law in 1980 with Hicks, Maloof & Campbell, P.C., a general practice firm in Atlanta. He became a shareholder in 1986. His firm merged with Long Aldridge & Norman, LLP, where he served as an equity partner as the firm grew into McKenna Long & Aldridge LLP.
John opened his solo law practice in Gwinnett County in June 2014 after 34 years as an Atlanta lawyer. He represents clients in Georgia state and federal courts, mediations, and arbitrations. He also assists with corporate governance, transactions, wills, trusts, probate, estate administration, workouts, and reorganization matters in complex cases.
John Michael Levengood brings a steady, service-focused approach to each legal matter. He works to advocate for clients while seeking solutions to business problems. His practice reflects legal skill, careful judgment, and support for open, transparent strategies that promote sound economic and community development through responsible legal work.
Law Office Affiliations
- Member, Law Office of J. Michael Levengood, LLC
- Member, State Bar of Georgia
Licensed State
- Georgia
Education
- University of Georgia School of Law
Juris Doctor (JD) - The University of Georgia
AB in Political Science
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