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Former Public Defender and now solo practitioner, I have spent years fighting for justice in Georgia.  I treat every case with the utmost importance, as I know that it is difficult finding an attorney to trust with your most important legal matters.  Whether it is a Divorce case or Criminal matter, I will fight for you and operate with the utmost integrity and care.. Biographical Information:. A native of Chicago, Illinois Matthews attended schools in the Chicago Public School system from Kindergarten through her graduation from Von Steuben Metropolitan Science Center where she received her High School Diploma.. Attorney Matthews began her collegiate studies at the University of South Carolina in Columbia, South Carolina in the Fall of 1997. During her college career, she remained at the top of her college class (President’s List almost every semester) and was inducted into the Alpha Lamdba Delta Honors Society as a Freshman. Matthews completed her college studies in 3 ½ years (a semester ahead of schedule) with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science, with a minor in Social Work.. In addition to maintaining high academic credentials, Matthews was very active in many collegiate organizations including her campus’ chapter of the NAACP, Minority Assistance Peer Program mentoring organization and the Black Student Alliance to name a few. She also worked part-time at the Law Offices of Eddye L. Lane, a firm specializing in a variety of practice areas. For nine months following her college education, Regina continued her studies by working full-time as a Legal Assistant and Researcher with the Masella Law Firm in Columbia, South Carolina.. Having received scholarship offers from law schools across the country, she was accepted admission into Emory University School of Law in the Fall of 2001. While in law school, Matthews volunteered with the Emory Law Clinic, served as Community Service Chairperson for the Black Law Students Association, served as a Residence Hall Director for dormitories at the University and Interned with the Chicago Legal Clinic and the Dekalb County Public Defender’s Office. She received several scholarships and grants during her law studies including the Emory Public Interest Committee’s Public Interest Law Institute Grant and a scholarship from the Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys.. Immediately after law school, Matthews was offered a full-time position as an attorney with the Dekalb County Office of the Public Defender where she received invaluable training and experience as a trial attorney. During her first year-and-a-half, she won twelve of her first fifteen trials in State Court. Attorney Matthews resigned from the Public Defender’s Office in April of 2009 and has been in private practice since.  Her track record still remains top-notch as she has remarkably gotten dismissals in over half of her criminal cases over the past several years. Attorney Matthews specializes in criminal cases and contested and uncontested divorces and other family law matters.  With a proven track record of professionalism, intergity and skill, Attorney Matthews will work very hard to get the absolute best result for her clients.. Currently, Matthews resides in the metro Atlanta area with her husband two young sons.

Former Prosecutor During her last year of law school, Holly transitioned to prosecution and worked under The Third Year Practice Act at The DeKalb County District Attorney’s Office. Holly argued numerous motions and was afforded the opportunity to try her first felony jury trials before sitting for the bar exam. At graduation Holly was recognize with The Chief Justice Leah Ward Sears award for highest overall pro bono hours.. Continued EducationHolly is a graduate of The Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Attorney’s-Bill Daniels Trial Advocacy Program where she was trained by 25 of the nations top trial attorneys.. Extensive Felony Trial ExperienceHolly has tried countless jury trials for clients charged with complex felony charges such as sex crimes, armed robbery, murder and drug trafficking. Holly developed and managed the intern program  and finds training younger attorneys very rewarding.. Personal When Holly is not in the courtroom zealously fighting for justice, she enjoys scuba diving and traveling. Holly volunteers with local animal shelters and loves to travel.

Former insurance defense attorney (13 years of experience in that area) now exclusively representing victims against the insurance companies and their insureds.  My areas of practice include all major fields of personal injury litigation, including tractor-trailer collisions, commercial vehicle collisions, automobile collisions, collisions involving drunk/drugged driving, premises liability and wrongful death. I am admitted to practice in all State and Federal Courts in Georgia, and I was elected as a Rising Star by SuperLawyers in 2012 and 2013. No more than 2.5% of lawyers 40 and under are included on this list. I was named a Super Lawyer in 2015, and was selected as a Top 100 Super Lawyer in 2016, 2017 and 2018. I have a “superb” rating on AVVO, and I am a member of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, the American Association for Justice, the Association of Plaintiff’s Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America, and the American Bar Association.. I was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. I am a graduate of The Westminster Schools, Hampden-Sydney College, and University of Georgia School of Law. My thirteen years of experience representing insurance companies and their insureds has given me intimate knowledge of the insurance industry mindset, thereby allowing me to maximize recovery for my clients in the personal injury arena.

For those times when I'm not in court or otherwise lawyering, I enjoy sailing.  The above shot is onboard a beautiful 40' Beneteau in the Gulf of Mexico.

For the first 15 years of my career I was an estate tax attorney with the IRS in the Atlanta district office.  In that capacity, I examined hundreds of gift and estate tax returns, negotiated tax settlements and assisted IRS Counsel with docketed Tax Court cases.  Since, leaving the IRS, I have used the knowledge and experience I gained there to assist cllients in navigating through the intricacies of the tax code as it relates to trusts and estate matters.  My clients also include family business owners, tax motivated investors and individuals engaged iin tax controversies with the IRS.

For over fifteen years, I have developed a commercial litigation practice with an emphasis on creditors’ rights and construction and real estate litigation. I help clients resolve issues with business customers ranging from simple account collections to more complex contract disputes and suits to enforce lien or bond rights in connection with construction projects. I also assist clients with pre-litigation strategies as well as actions in the state, federal and bankruptcy courts of Georgia.

For over two decades, I have represented people injured by trains, cars, trucks and defective products  The injuries have been across a broad spectrum, from a broken bone to multiple injuries resutling in amputation and/or paralysis.  My verdict record speaks for itself having tried multiple cases to million dollar plus verdicts.  I take a keen interest in every client I have.   I do not take on a large number of clients.  Instead, I prefer to focus on a few clients that I can develop a deep relationship with them as well as devote the necessary time to their case.

For over three decades, clients have turned to me to help resolve their legal problems all over Georgia in City, State, County and Federal Courts in the areas of Criminal Defense, DUI defense, Traffic Court Defense and Personal Injury. We have spent thousands of hours in court aggressively defending clients with cases just like yours.. Thomas Nagel has earned an AV rating through The Martindale Hubbell peer review rating system and was named one of Georgia's Legal Elite as published in Georgia Trend Magazine.

For over 40 years, Clark McGehee has been a civil litigation attorney at Johnson & Ward, an AV rated firm, representing clients in catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death litigation. Our goal for our clients is simple-we seek to provide personal service, maximize your recovery and make you a client for life. Mr. McGehee and his law firm have recovered millions of dollars for their clients and most of his firm's clients are referred by other lawyers or former clients. Johnson & Ward has been representing clients in personal injury and wrongful death cases for over 60 years, and the firm has included members who have become state and federal judges, a former president of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, a former president of the State Bar of Georgia, and a former president of the Atlanta Bar Association.  Mr. McGehee has been selected as a Georgia Super Lawyer in plaintiff's personal injury litigation since 2004, and is a member of the Atlanta and American Bar Associations, Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, American Association of Justice and State Bar of Georgia. He is a trial attorney specializing in personal injury and wrongful death who has practiced since 1977 after graduating from Emory Law School in Atlanta, Georgia. He is admitted to the U.S. Supreme Ct; the U.S. Ct of Appeals, 5th & 11th Circuits; and the U.S. District Cts, Northern & Middle Districts of Georgia. He has a degree from Auburn University and a J.D. Degree from Emory Law School, and was appointed as one of only fifteen attorneys nationwide to provide free legal representation to catastrophically injured burn victims of the September 11th tragedy. Mr. McGehee has written and lectured extensively and has published articles and made numerous presentations. He is an advocate for clients through membership in Atlanta and  American Bar Association.; the State Bar of GA.; the GA. Trial Lawyers Association; and the American Association for Justice.

For more than 25 years I have vigorously fought for the accused facing federal and state criminal charges. By focusing exclusively on defending people charged with serious crimes I am able to provide clients with knowledgeable and experienced representation. Over the years I have acquitted clients of murder, rape, armed robbery, gang conspiracy, racketeering, aggravated assault, firearm offenses, drug trafficking, distribution and possession, medicaid fraud, mortgage fraud, theft and property offenses. Similarly, through investigation and research, I have had cases dismissed by being fully prepared. When going to trial is not in the client's best interest I have achieved creative solutions and in many cases successfully argued for probation. My goal is to achieve the best possible result for my clients. I recognize that the outcome of the case may have a lasting impact on the client's life.

For more than 24 years, Jonathan W. Johnson, LLC has been one of the go-to personal injury law firms in Georgia for clients who want to hire some of the state's most competent lawyers. They have experts in the areas of car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, aviation law, PTSD, and medical malpractice as well as business and labor laws. This award-winning firm is recognized by peers and is praised by customers for being client-centered and results-driven.. "I care very deeply about my clients and take the time to get to know them as people so that I fully appreciate all of their concerns.  I always return client phone calls and answer all their questions fully.  I have a long track record of success and a great educational and professional background.  I believe that service is the key to good client relationships." - Jonathan Johnson

For more information about Attorney Kathleen Connell, visit her page at:. Kathleen B. Connell, a partner at Connell Cummings, LLC, is an aggressive and experienced Atlanta family law attorney, dedicated to ensuring her clients’ rights and best interests are at the forefront of every legal action she takes. As one of the most respected voices in family law in the Atlanta area, clients trust in her skill, ability, knowledge, aggressive strategies, and compassionate, personalized approach to handling client issues. With numerous honors and publications, Ms. Cummings, who has practiced family law exclusively for nearly 15 years, is one of Georgia’s most renowned attorneys in the family law arena. She is a long-time member of the Family Law Sections of both the State Bar of Georgia, where she serves on the Executive Committee of the Family Law Section, and the Atlanta Bar Association. She is ready to use this experience to help every client that comes to Connell Cummings, LLC.

Fareesh Sarangi is the Principal and Founder of Sarangi Law, LLC, a Trial Law Firm that specializes in Serious Personal Injury cases. Mr. Sarangi has extensive experience handling criminal and civil litigation matters in numerous courts and jurisdictions, and he is admitted to practice in all state and federal courts in New York and Georgia. Mr. Sarangi graduated with Honors from the University of North Carolina School of Law in 2006. Prior to that, he spent 5 years as a strategy consultant, developing and executing various initiatives for Fortune 500 companies. He received his undergraduate degree in Finance with Honors from Georgia State University.  He is rated "AV" By Martindale- Hubbell, which is a selective rating reserved for the top 5% of all laywers. Mr. Sarangi is a 2014 inductee into the selective National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers Association, which is an inviation only association where one is nominated and selected by his peers for admittance.  He has been rated a perfect 10.0 by AVVO, and has received the endorsements from dozens of practicing attorneys nationwide who have experience working across from and/or alongside Mr. Sarangi.  Lastly, and most importantly, he has earned the Client's Choice Award by AVVO in the Personal Injury category and consistently receives high reviews for his attention to detail and client service.Mr. Sarangi spent the first four years of his practice defending criminal cases in the Bronx, NY where he was a Criminal Practice Supervisor, and tried serious felony cases before returning home to Georgia to defend hospitals and insurance companies at one of the premier medical malpractice defense firms in the Southeast.. Since 2013, Fareesh has dedicated his trial experience and industry knowledge to representing accident, injury, and medical malpractice victims, and those harmed by dangerous drugs and medical devices.  He has represented more than 100 clients in various drug and medical device litigations in federal courts across the United States.We specialize in all forms of personal injury cases, including tractor trailer/motor vehicle accidents, apartment/hotel/gas station assaults, and medical malpractice cases. If Mr. Sarangi is unable to assist you, he can make an appropriate referral through his extensive network to ensure you get the representation you need.. Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home Abuse / Neglect, Apartment / Hotel Assaults, Daycare Center Abuse, Worker's Compensation, Dog Bites, Slip and Fall, Truck / Car Accidents

Family law matters can be particularly emotional and trying.  Your patience, clarity and resolve will be tested in the court process.  I am here to provide you with direct and honest legal advice and assist you in protecting your best interests.  My goal is to obtain the best resolution for you, whether through complex litigation or settlement.  I have ten years of experience in litigating divorce cases, separate maintenance, paternity and legitimation actions, third-party custody cases, modification of custody and modification of support cases and contempt actions.

Experienced trial lawyer and former prosecutor specializing in personal injury, DUI and criminal defense, and business/real estate litigation. I love helping people solve difficult legal problems in the most cost effective manner!

Experienced intellectual property and business litigator who has practiced in Atlanta for 20 years.  I focus on trademark infringement and trade secret and noncompete litigation.  I have also handled litigation in all areas of business litigation including complex contracts, business torts, insurance and employment litigation.. I have been selected as a Georgia Superlawyer six times and as Georgia Trend Magazine's Legal Elite.  I am a 1993 graduate of Yale Law School and a 1989 graduate of Tulane University.

Evin L. Somerstein exclusively practices Family Law litigation and Collaborative Law to assist clients in complex divorce and custody matters, support, division of marital estates, and prenuptial agreements.. Evin’s beginning in criminal defense created his compelling courtroom presence and his unique style has earned him the respect of judges, attorneys, and clients alike.. Evin takes pride in producing creative solutions for clients through Collaborative Law and is a founding member of the Atlanta Collaborative Divorce Alliance.. He has served on the Board of Directors for the Collaborative Law Institute of Georgia since 2007.  Evin frequently lectures at seminars and is a regular Radio Guest Speaker on Q100, The Bert Show’s “Ask the Divorce Attorney.”  He is a 1994 graduate of the University of Georgia School of Law and 1989 graduate of the University of Georgia’s College of Journalism.

Every person with a legal  problem is entitled to find a competent counselor  whom they trust to assist with their legal problems.  That attorney needs to go to bat for their clients to resolve the problem in a swift and economical fashion.  I take every client and every case as a serious commitment by a client to entrust me with their most personal of issues.  I intend to fully reciprocate with an equal commitment to  each client.

Ever since she was in law school, Caroline wanted to be an advocate for justice. She understood that the legal system can be confusing, stressful, and intimidating to anyone and wanted to be there to help people in need. After years of working for the insurance companies and big banks, Caroline joined Tobin Injury Law in 2021 and re-dedicated her practice to help people who have been seriously injured, fulfilling her desire to get people the justice they deserve.. Caroline grew up in Mooresville, North Carolina, and was eventually recruited as a Division I NCAA athlete for the Marshall University Thundering Herd women's soccer team. There, Caroline learned the importance and value of hard work, teamwork, and never giving up. Seeking new challenges, Caroline attended Emory University School of Law, where he was recognized as a Graduating Woman of Excellence and recipient of the Dean’s Award for service to the Emory Law community upon graduation.. Caroline practices all over the state of Georgia, where she has received successful outcomes for her clients at mediations, motions hearings, and over 65 bench trials. Caroline's law practice is now devoted to exclusively representing individuals who have suffered injuries because of the negligence of others. Along with the rest of the Tobin Injury Law team, Caroline zealously represents each and every one of her clients, making sure the every client receives just and far compensation for their injuries.

Evan was born and raised in Atlanta. After graduating from the University of Georgia, Evan attended Emory University School of Law. He then went on to practice law with one of the largest insurance defense firms in the Southeast. His practice focused on trucking and automobile accidents, premises liability, product liability, general negligence, wrongful death, commercial litigation and medical malpractice litigation. He practiced there for over five years before he joined with Michael to form Howell & Johnson, LLC.Evan’s practice is now focused on representing individuals injured due to the negligence of others. Evan has repeatedly been named a Georgia Rising Star® and one of Georgia’s best attorneys under the age of 40 by Atlanta Magazine and Law and Politics Magazine, an honor bestowed on less than 2.5% of all practicing attorneys in Georgia. Evan is a member of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, the Atlanta Bar Association and the Georgia Bar Association. He is admitted to practice in the State and Superior Courts of Georgia, the Northern District of Georgia, the Georgia Court of Appeals and the Georgia Supreme Court. Evan resides in Atlanta with his wife and three young children and in his free time he enjoys bicycling, mountain biking, hiking, jogging and competing in triathlons.

Ethan M. Knott represents plaintiffs and defendants in complex litigation. He has assisted with cases involving asset purchase agreements, business torts, breaches of fiduciary duty, civil RICO, contract disputes, insurance coverage claims, Lanham Act claims, and shareholder derivative actions. Ethan also represents individuals in personal injury cases involving catastrophic injury.

Erin’s practice focuses on representing individuals and corporate entities in a broad range of employment-related issues, including discrimination, harassment, wage and hour disputes, trade secrets, and restrictive covenants. Her experience includes representing employers and individuals before state and federal administrative agencies.. Prior to joining Cohan Law Group, Erin practiced for three years with a national employment law firm in Atlanta, Georgia, where she represented employers in traditional labor and employment matters. Erin graduated from Emory Law School in 2012, where at graduation, she was honored by the Labor & Employment Law Section of the State Bar of Georgia with an Outstanding Student Award for her work in the area of Labor Law. In 2009, Erin received a Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts in Political Science from the University of Georgia.. Erin is currently licensed to practice in the State of Georgia and is an active member of the Atlanta Bar Association.. In addition to her law practice, Erin spends a significant amount of time volunteering in the Atlanta community. Erin is on the Personnel Committees of Jewish Family & Career Services of Atlanta, a nonsectarian, community-based social services agency that serves the greater Atlanta area, and the Zaban Couple Center, a homeless shelter that assists couples in transitioning from homelessness to safe and stable housing and long-term independence.  In addition to her volunteer work, Erin is the Co-Chair of the Board of Directors for Dashboard, an Atlanta based non-profit whose mission is to connect artists with space and place to redefine the way environments and art are experienced by the public.

Eric J. Hertz, P.C. represents and provides legal advice to individuals who have suffered serious injuries, including catastrophic injury and wrongful death. Mr. Hertz is the founder of Eric J. Hertz, P.C. based in Georgia.. He is also a Board Certified Trial Attorney by both the National Board of Trial Advocacy and the American Board of Trial Advocates. He graduated cum laude from the University of Georgia School of Law.. Mr. Hertz has successfully authored several books used by other attorneys throughout the State of Georgia. In addition, he has obtained several record verdicts and has tried approximately 100 jury trials as lead counsel resulting in verdicts totaling in the multi-million dollar range.. His firm, Eric J. Hertz, P.C. has earned a reputation nationwide as a knowledgeable attorney with vast experience in high-quality legal services.. His goal is to educate current lawyers and future generations of lawyers with best practices.

Eric B. Coleman is a partner in the firm and represents clients in litigation, arbitration, and other dispute-resolution proceedings arising out of the construction and/or ownership of real property and other business disputes. His expertise in navigating the rough waters of litigation while remaining on budget has made him the trusted attorney for many business owners and property management groups. Eric has significant experience in complex, large-scale construction disputes, including the pursuit and defense of claims arising out of defective construction, delays, contractual disputes, prompt-pay claims, and lien enforcement. Eric also has significant experience in litigating business torts such as fraud, business divorces, breach of fiduciary duty, and embezzlement claims. For the small business owner, Eric harnesses the same level of service and expert legal advice his large clients depend on to develop strategic, yet cost-effective solutions catered to the unique challenges every small business faces.. Eric has an AV® Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubble, its highest professional rating. He was named an Atlanta Magazine and SuperLawyers Georgia Rising Star 2013 through 2020. Each year, no more than 2.5% of the lawyers in the state receive this honor. Eric has a 10/10 Avvo rating and is Secretary and Treasurer of the Construction Section of the Atlanta Bar Association.. A veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Sgt. Coleman served as a vehicle commander and dismounted team leader, participating in over 250 combat missions across central Iraq and helping to train and equip the new Iraqi Army. For his service in Iraq, Eric was twice awarded the Army Commendation Medal and the Combat Action Badge among other individual and unit distinctions. Eric joined the Army National Guard as a college freshman, just a few months before the tragedy of 9/11. His deployment in 2005 delayed his entry to law school for two years but generated a lifetime’s worth of experience and camaraderie. Though he no longer wears the uniform of a soldier, Eric continues his service through his focus on veterans’ rights and post-war transitioning for his fellow troops.. Practice Areas:. Corporate litigation, commercial litigation, developer-turnover and construction litigation, business disputes, contracts, and community-association litigation. Admitted to plead and practice in all Georgia Courts, Georgia Court of Appeals, Georgia Supreme Court, U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Georgia, U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit.

Elizabeth Stell is an associate at Insley & Race, LLC and a native of Atlanta. She specializes in medical malpractice, hospital liability, premises liability and insurance defense. Ms. Stell dedicated much of her time at The University of Georgia School of Law to its nationally recognized advocacy program. She won the 2011 J. Melvin England Mock Trial Tournament. She was selected to participate in the Joseph Henry Lumpkin American Inn of Court in Atlanta and has been inducted into the Order of Barristers.