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William “Bill” F. Holbert is the founder of Holbert Law and a seasoned attorney with over two decades of experience in nursing home abuse and neglect litigation. His practice is dedicated to advocating for Georgia’s most vulnerable residents, ensuring they receive justice and fair compensation when care facilities fail to meet their obligations. Bill’s work has resulted in millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts, reflecting his unwavering commitment to his clients.. Bill’s legal career began as a defense attorney at a prominent Atlanta firm, where he represented nursing homes, hospitals, and medical professionals. This background provides him with a unique perspective on how care facilities operate and defend against claims. Now, he uses that insider knowledge to fight for victims and their families, holding negligent facilities accountable and driving systemic change.. Bill earned his J.D. from Emory University School of Law and his B.A. from Wake Forest University. He is a member of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association and is admitted to practice in the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Georgia. Known for his compassionate approach and relentless advocacy, Bill is a trusted partner for families seeking justice.

Upon completion of high school, Attorney Eldridge Suggs joined the U.S. Navy where he served on a ship stationed in Yokosuka, Japan. During his tour of the Far East, Suggs witnessed people who needed help, and as a result, he developed a passion for helping others further. After returning home from overseas, Attorney Suggs joined the Houston, Texas Police Department where he served four years – the last one as an undercover drug enforcement officer. Suggs believed that he could help the people from a different perspective and set out to become a lawyer.. Attorney Suggs received his law degree from Arizona State University, College of Law after his undergraduate degree from the University of California at Irvine.. Attorney Eldridge Suggs started his practice as a criminal defense and civil rights attorney, which is where he gained essential experience in trial litigation, negotiation, and appellate advocacy. On the federal level, and as a civil rights advocate, Suggs was successful when representing the family of a man who was killed in a county jail. Attorney Suggs was also persuasive before the Honorable Georgia Supreme Court where the court granted his client, whom had a life sentence, a new trial after being incarcerated for 10 years. The man now lives in freedom due to the knowledge, experience and expertise of Attorney Suggs.. Suggs’ approach to representing those who have been injured is aggressive to ensure that his injured clients gain the large rewards that they deserve. His passion and mission is to provide a safer community for all, through his aggressive and spot on advocacy. Suggs has recovered millions of dollars, and has given his clients a voice to express their pain and to live the quality of life that they deserve post accident and injury.. Suggs has traveled the country to lend his help to people of all areas, and has over 17 years of experience practicing law. His experience in Georgia, Delaware, Pennsylvania, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Texas, and California is highly recognized by judges, fellow attorneys, and insurance companies. His success rate is exemplary and widely noticed.. The former clients of Attorney Suggs serve as his voice in the community for people who need legal representation for personal injury cases. Attorney Suggs is well-known for providing professional legal services and a peace of mind to his clients.

The practice of law requires more than just understanding the mechanics of the law. At Giacoma Roberts & Daughdrill, LLC, we strive to understanding your individual situation and needs so that we can tailor a solution to your challenge that is both effective and efficient.  Whatever your matter is, involving a lawyer is often the last option you want to contemplate.  We are here to be part of your team with one goal in mind--solving your problem as effectively and efficiently as possible. Whether that means aggressive advocacy or bridge-building, we work with you to tailor a solution that is custom fitted to your specific needs. With more than 20 years experience in business and real estate in addition to the practice of law, we use our real world experience to assist you in making the best decision possible in your legal matter so that you can come to a certain outcome and say, "Problem Solved!"

Summit S. Tucker specializes in representing injured client's all across the state of Georgia. From early on in his career, he has focused his concentration solely in personal injury and worker's compensation law. As a Senior Attorney at W. Calvin Smith, II, P.C., the firm has recovered hundreds of millions on behalf of injured clients. For a free consultation call Summit S. Tucker at (8825).

Second Generation Georgia Lawyer.  Admitted to United States Supreme Court, 11th Circuit Court of Appeals, United States District Court for Northern District of Georgia, United States District Court for Middle District of Georgia.  Georgia Supreme Court, Georgia Court of Appeals, and all Georgia Courts.. Numerous jury trials as first chair to verdict.  Highest wrongful death award $35,000,.  Millions of dollars recovered for personal injury through settlement and trial. Numerous Worker's Compensation hearings and settlements  resulting in millions of dollars of recovery for injured workers.. Appellate experience in all Georgia appellate courts and federal courts.  Numerous published decisions in appellate courts.. First chair trials include medical malpractice, wrongful death, auto collisions, and direct actions against insurance companies.

Seasoned, highly-skilled attorney who concentrates her practice on labor and employment matters affecting employees and employers in the private sector. Charlotte's unique background as an attorney and former HR manager for large national companies enables her to understand the complex employment issues facing her clients. She has successfully investigated, mediated and defended employment related complaints filed with federal and state courts, the EEOC, the Department of Labor and the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP).  She is a member of several bar associations and has been awarded several awards and honors for her leadership and legal and community service.

Sean had nearly twenty years of experience defending railroads, trucking companies and their insurers, when he made the decison to take that knowledge and experience to work for the benefit of those injured by these types of companies.  For the last five years, Sean has represented families suffering catastrophic injuries and death, as a result of the negligent operation of tractor-trailers and other commercial motor vehicles.  During this time, Sean has helped these families recover more than 50 million dollars in settlements and trial verdicts.

Scott Riddle has almost 25 years experience in Bankruptcy and litigation, and provides skilled representation to individuals and small and mid-size businesses.. Scott graduated from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a BSBA in 1987 and received his JD, with honors, in 1991. After graduation from law school, Scott clerked for two years for Judge W. Homer Drake, Jr., United States Bankruptcy Judge for the Northern District of Georgia. He then spent several years in the bankruptcy and litigation sections of Troutman Sanders, LLP prior to starting his own firm.. Scott has spoken at several continuing education seminars, and in the community, has been an active member of the Kiwanis Club of Atlanta, Buckhead Business Association, Rotary Club and North Point Community Church.  Scott is a member of the State Bar of Georgia, Atlanta Bar Association, and American Bankruptcy Institute.  He served two terms on the Board of Directors of the Bankruptcy Section of the Atlanta Bar Association.. The firm's practice focuses on bankruptcy and litigation. Scott has represented Chapter 11 debtors, creditors, trustees and other interested parties in bankruptcy cases and bankruptcy litigation. He has significant experience in litigating breach of fiduciary duty and other corporate governance claims in the context of bankruptcy proceedings.  Scott publishes one of the oldest and most popular Bankruptcy Blogs in the country () and is a contributor for the Georgia Bankruptcy Lawyers Network (). On the litigation side, Scott's practice has focused on corporate litigation, derivative actions, real estate litigation and general business disputes. He has been counsel in several high profile mortgage fraud cases as well as disputes involving commercial and golf course developments.. On the personal side, Scott is very active in the community.  He regularly volunteers at the Atlanta Mission and other organizations, and is active in his church.  He has also led and organized mission and relief trips to several countries, including Chile, Haiti and Russia, and has traveled to several other countries with mission organizations.

Sara Ballew represents whistleblowers in False Claims Act qui tam actions and employment claims nationwide.  Her cases include Medicare/Medicaid fraud, government contractor fraud, disadvantaged business enterprise fraud, and customs fraud. She also represents employees in wage and hour and employment discrimination claims.

Robin Love graduated law school in 2009 in the top 6% of her law school class. After graduation, Robin worked for a mid-sized law firm where she handled complex commercial litigation cases. There she dealt with an array of contractual disputes and alleged violations of the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (“RICO”), the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (“FDCPA”), the Truth-In-Lending Act (“TILA”), and the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (“RESPA”).. Robin then moved to a law firm in Alpharetta where she practiced family law in addition to business litigation and appeals. She has represented both individuals and local and national organizations in both state and federal court actions involving contractual disputes, conflicts between business associates, fraud claims, trade secrets, dispossessory proceedings and various consumer protection statutes and mortgage and foreclosure statues. Robin also represented individuals in divorce, child support, and custody matters as well as cases involving the Family Violence Protection laws.. Robin is a certified civil mediator and certified domestic mediator. At John Foy & Associates, Robin uses her diverse legal background, litigation experience, and fierce negotiation skills to fight for her clients.

Robert Sneed has more than twenty (23) years' of experience in all aspects of litigation. Robert’s primary focus of practice is in the area of personal injury and wrongful death, products and premises liability, and insurance coverage disputes.Robert has tried numerous jury and non-jury trials, representing plaintiffs and defendants in state and federal courts in Georgia and other jurisdictions. He has appeared before arbitral forums such as the American Arbitration Association, and has successfully mediated hundreds of civil cases in Georgia. Robert is currently an attorney with John Foy and Associates, P.C. in Atlanta, focusing on personal injury.  Robert has previously worked as a personal injury attorney with Morgan & Morgan in Atlanta, Georgia.  Prior to Morgan & Morgan, Robert owned his own law firm, McConnell & Sneed, focusing on personal injury and business-related matters. Robert previously served as a trial lawyer with the Property Team at Swift, Currie, McGhee & Hiers, LLP, where he regularly defended the interests of insurance companies and their insureds. Prior to that, Robert was a trial lawyer at Weinstock & Scavo, P.C., where he aggressively represented the interests of his clients within Georgia and in other jurisdictions. Robert has also served as in-house counsel for Infinity Property & Casualty Company, where he defended insureds in third party civil actions and was instrumental in drafting insurance policy language in various states across the country. Robert’s diverse background in representing insurance companies, insureds, and injured parties, provides him with the unique ability to apply his experience in practicing on both sides of the aisle in effectively representing his clients.Robert is married to Beth Sneed, a native of the Atlanta area and Marist High School graduate, and currently lives in the Brookhaven area of Atlanta. Robert enjoys golf and traveling.

Robert J. Fleming is a lawyer who specializes in personal injury, medical malpractice and dental malpractice litigation. He received his undergraduate degree from New York University, his M.B.A. from Hofstra University and his law degree from Emory Law School. He is a member of the State Bar of Georgia, the State Bar of Texas, Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, The Atlanta Bar Association and The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Mr. Fleming has successfully tried numerous cases to verdict, resulting in millions of dollars of recovery to his clients. In addition, he has obtained substantial confidential settlements for his clients in numerous personal injury, medical malpractice and commercial cases.. Notable cases that Mr. Fleming has served as lead counsel on include: Wert v. Weiser, et al. No. 99VS15524D (Fulton County, Georgia State Court, September 26, 2002). This was the first medical malpractice case Mr. Fleming tried as lead counsel and resulted in a $5.5 million verdict. Defendants made no offer of settlement prior to trial. Mr. Fleming's first trial as lead counsel, Wilson v. Brantley, No. 93VS7837 (Fulton County State Court, February 22, 2002) resulted in a $705,000 verdict. The last offer of settlement by defendants prior to trial was $30,000.. Recently, Mr. Fleming successfully represented the founders of a small software company in a securities fraud case in the U.S. District Court—Northern District of Georgia. The clients were the founders of an Indiana company that developed and sold computer-based practice management systems to medical offices. The defendant corporation acquired the company in a stock-for-stock exchange. Soon after the merger (and prior to the clients being able to sell their newly acquired stock), the stock price of the acquiring company crashed. Mr. Fleming asserted claims against the acquiring company and its top management based on false and misleading statements made in the Merger Agreement about the defendant’s financial condition and business prospects. The case settled on the eve of trial for $3,250,.. Mr. Fleming is a partner in the law firm of Katz Wrigth Fleming Dodson & Mildenhall, LLC. Prior to joining his current firm, Mr. Fleming was the founding partner of an Atlanta, Georgia based litigation law firm, Fleming Fried & Bonder LLC, and a litigator with Evert & Weathersby, LLC in Atlanta, Georgia. During his four-year tenure at Evert & Weathersby, Mr. Fleming acquired considerable trial and courtroom experience in commercial litigation, products liability, personal injury and toxic tort cases. Mr. Fleming started his legal career as an associate in the litigation section of Coats, Rose, Yale, Holm, Ryman & Lee in Houston, Texas.. Mr. Fleming is an instructor with the National Institute of Trial Advocacy (NITA). His speeches and publications to other lawyers on trial advocacy include: Effective Use of Technology in the Courtroom (Invited Speaker) at the George R. Brown Convention Center, Houston, Texas; Trial Advocacy, How to Deliver an Effective Closing Argument (Invited Speaker) for the Institute of Continuing Legal Education; How to Achieve Large Verdicts (Invited Speaker) to the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association; and Recent Developments in Medical Malpractice Law published in the Verdict Magazine, Summer 2003.. Mr. Fleming enjoys the highest rating ("AV") in both legal professional ability and ethical standards given by the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory. Lawyer ratings are based on confidential evaluations by members of the Bar and the Judiciary. The ratings include over one million lawyers in 160 countries and only about 21% have achieved an “AV” rating, which signifies that a lawyer has reached the height of professional excellence. Mr. Fleming has been named one of Georgia's "Super Lawyers" for Business Litigation by the publishers of Law & Politics and Atlanta Magazine. He is admitted to practice in all Georgia and Texas State Courts and the Northern District of Georgia and Southern District of Texas federal courts. In addition, he has successfully litigated throughout the country pro hac vice. He is the former chairman of the board of the Atlanta Bar Association Lawyer Referral & Information Services, a mentor to new lawyers in Georgia through the Georgia Bar Association, and serves on the Atlanta Bar Association Wellness committee.. Prior to attending college, Mr. Fleming served as a Military Policeman in the United States Army. During his tour of duty, Mr. Fleming served as a Military Police Liaison between East and West Berlin at Check Point Charlie in the American Sector along the Berlin Wall. While in the Army, he received numerous certificates of achievement and letters of appreciation for outstanding performance and professional competence.

Rachel Berlin Benjamin is a partner at one of Atlanta’s leading employment law firms. She primarily represents employees who have been subjected to unlawful discrimination and retaliation and fights tirelessly for employee’s rights providing clients with compassionate representation.. Rachel has achieved many notable results during her career representing employees. Rachel has extensive litigation experience in both state and federal courts. Rachel and Ed Buckley recently achieved a substantial jury verdict, including all of the plaintiff’s lost wages. After a week-long trial, the jury found that there was a willful violation of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act and her client was awarded the maximum amount of damages allowed by the law.. Rachel has also achieved numerous notable results on account of her significant appellate experience and has contributed to successful appeals to the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals. Recently, Rachel represented a school bus driver in a disability claim and drafted the appellate brief that was instrumental in convincing the Eleventh Circuit to revive the driver’s claim. Rachel also played a critical role in the Eleventh Circuit’s revival of an age discrimination claim as well as a Title VII retaliation claim.. Rachel has also taken on the Atlanta Police Department in its refusal to change its facial hair policy, which has prevented officers from being able to serve and protect their communities. This will hopefully give similarly situated police officers the ability to proudly serve Atlanta in the future.. Rachel previously litigated wage and hour claims at a boutique New York employment law firm. In this capacity, she helped secure multi-million dollar settlements in numerous collective and class action lawsuits in federal courts across the nation. Before practicing employment law, Rachel was an Assistant District Attorney in Bronx, New York where she prosecuted misdemeanors and violent felonies. As a prosecutor, Rachel conducted hearings and trials, presented cases to Grand Jury panels for indictment, and negotiated pleas.. Rachel graduated magna cum laude from Pace Law School and received her Bachelor of Arts from Sarah Lawrence College. Rachel is a member of the State Bars of Georgia and New York, the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals, and federal district courts in New York and Georgia. Rachel is also a member of the National Employment Lawyer’s Associate and the Georgia Association of Women Lawyers.. When Rachel isn’t working, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two young kids, exploring Atlanta, attempting to achieve Yelp’s “elite” status, and visiting her family in New York.

Practice focuses on product liability, transportation litigation, commercial litigation, construction litigation, catastrophic injury, and environmental and toxic torts. Has litigated complex cases involving catastrophic injuries and wrongful death in California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Maryland, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Missouri, New Jersey, and Ohio.

Our law firm protects the investments that you and your family have worked a lifetime to accumulate.   We offer estate planning focusing on helping you achieve your legacy while minimizing taxes and administrative burdens on your family.  Our firm takes the time to understand your goals and create a plan to achieve those goals.. Special Needs Planning. Our special needs planning practice assists you in protecting a loved one with special needs.  We create a custom plan to ensure that your loved one with special needs can enjoy the benefit of gifts and inheritance, while still maintaining eligibility for public benefits.. Elder Law and Veteran Improved Pension. Our elder law practice allows seniors to have the maximum choices of care.  We focus on helping Veterans, and Widows/Widowers of Veterans, obtain improved pension from the VA.  The Veteran Improved Pension provides monthly tax free cash payments that can be used for any type of assistance the Veteran or Veteran’s Widow/Widower desires.. Medicaid Planning. Our Medicaid planning practice assists clients in protecting their assets from a future nursing home stay.  These protected assets can be used to pay for things that Medicaid does not cover, such as private rooms.. Call us today to schedule a free consultation to discover we can help you and your family be better protected for the future.

Nicholas C. Moraitakis began his career with a litigation defense firm representing insurance companies and self-insured companies. In 1993, Mr. Moraitakis began a plaintiff’s practice representing individuals injured or killed as a result of medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, trucking accidents, automobile accidents, product liability, premises liability and other negligent and intentional acts. Nick has litigated a number of cases in State, Superior and Federal Courts to successful conclusion. He has also been lead counsel for presentation of oral argument in many cases before the Georgia Court of Appeals and the Georgia Supreme Court.

My practice focuses on libel, privacy, copyright and First Amendment law. Clients have included  individuals, newspapers, websites, television stations, television networks and entertainment personalities. I am perhaps best known for an aggressive motions practice, and have had success in winning libel cases outright in the early stages of litigation, before expensive discovery becomes necessary.. Recent outcomes: Obtained unanimous jury verdict in favor of a Maine newspaper and two reporters accused of defamation for reporting on adolescent boys’ accusations of sexual abuse by a former police captain (2022); secured appellate affirmation of trial court decision dismissing with prejudice a defamation claim against two television reporters and their station for stories about the appellant’s social media posts surrounding the “Alt-Right Rally” in Charlottesville (2022); obtained dismissal of a defamation claim filed against a New York television station and Nexstar Media Group regarding the erroneous identification of the plaintiff as a man sentenced in a sexual misconduct case (2021); obtained summary judgment dismissal of libel lawsuit against Maine’s largest two newspapers filed by former podiatrist who became embroiled in accusations that veterans were receiving poor medical treatment from the federal government (2021); dismissal with prejudice of a California complaint alleging defamation and Business and Professions Code violations for false and misleading advertising and unfair business practices (2018); significant Ga. appellate decision affirming grant of summary judgment in libel case because plaintiff failed to create a jury question on actual malice (2017); dismissal of a defamation claim against CBS affiliate by physician investigated in cosmetic surgery deaths (2015); summary judgment for a reality TV performer in a libel claim over comments she made on her network show (2015); early summary judgment for hosts of a popular Spanish radio program sued for libel over satirical comments on their show (2015); voluntary dismissal of a libel claim against a whistleblower in a Department of State matter involving alleged contract fraud (2014); and an 11th Circuit order for sanctions of $545,000 against plaintiffs who filed a frivolous libel claim against a Rolls Royce club member (2008).. I have also litigated successfully for clients with free speech concerns: from those speaking out about assisted suicide in a state that tried to prohibit such speech, to individuals facing anti-gay discrimination in requests for vanity license plates, to those wrongfully arrested for verbally criticizing law enforcement, or for uttering profanities a public meeting.. Memberships have included the governing board of the American Bar Association Forum on Communications Law; the board of the Georgia First Amendment Foundation; and chair of the Media Law Resource Center’s Newsgathering Committee.. Education: 1992 graduate of the University of Georgia School of Law and a 1989 cum laude graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.. Honors: Georgia Super Lawyer 2014-present. Ranked lawyer in general litigation category for Chambers USA listing of the country's best lawyers.

My name is Bryce Angell and I am an injury lawyer here in Atlanta.  I grew up in Georgia and I'm proud to help people from all over the state fight big insurance companies for what they properly deserve.  At The Angell Law Firm, we recognize that insurance companies are in the business of making money and that regular people are at a disadvantage when they are hurt.. It may seem like you are just another number, but to our Atlanta law firm, you are a unique, important individual and we take your livelihood and your future seriously.  Call us today and let us get started fighting for your team.The Angell Law Firm has experience handling all kinds of personal injury cases, from car accidents to defective products. We know how important it is for our clients to receive fair compensation so they can focus on recovering from their injuries instead of worrying about paying their bills or keeping up with mortgage payments. Our attorneys will fight for every dollar you deserve.. The Angell Law Firm, LLC3391 Peachtree Rd NE, #110, Atlanta, GA 30326

Ms. Kresky is a partner at Law Office of Caroline Kresky where she represents high net worth individuals in complex domestic relations matters (divorce, equitable division, custody, modifications, paternity, legitimation, grandparent rights, domestic violence, contempt, post-divorce litigation, and trust/estate litigation).  She also drafts and litigates pre and post nuptial agreements. She has substantial experience in the management of complex and high dollar business and intellectual property litigation.. She has been lead counsel in a wide variety of cases. She has first chair jury and non-jury experience and has handled numerous mediations and arbitrations.. Ms. Kresky has written, edited, taught, and spoken on family law matters, discovery and civil procedure issues, and torts.. Ms. Kresky graduated cum laude from Emory University School of Law where she was elected to Order of the Coif. She obtained her undergraduate degree from Colby College where she was elected to Phi Beta Kappa. She earned a masters degree in political science at Columbia University before entering law school.. Ms. Kresky has enjoyed an AV rating from Martindale Hubbell for more than 25years.  She currently has a 5 out of 5 rating.  Reviews from a judge say, "Outstanding professional; ethical and brillant." Another review notes "Excellent legal skills, good mentor, have referred work to her on several occasions."  Ms. Kresky is also a Superlawyer and a Georgia Trend Legal Elite Lawyer.

Mr. Wasserman regularly assists his clients to bridge business, legal and cultural gaps in international business transactions involving a wide-range of industries and business sectors in the Caribbean, Central and South America, including Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Mexico, Peru, Uruguay, Venezuela, and other foreign jurisdictions beyond Latin America.

Mike began his practice in Atlanta in 1982 and had a defense practice for his first six years. In January 1989, he joined Pope, Kellogg, McGlamry, Kilpatrick & Morrison, the predecessor to Pope McGlamry. Since 1989, Mike has represented individuals and entities that have been injured, damaged or otherwise harmed by others.. Mike is and has been active representing plaintiffs in personal injury, wrongful death, products and pharmaceutical liability, class actions and mass torts actions that have resulted in verdicts or settlements approaching a billion dollars. Many of these cases were the first such cases in the nation and many involved innovative, ground-breaking legal strategies. He and his partners have long been recognized both in Georgia and nationally as a go-to firm that will take on the most challenging cases and opposition.. In the last few years, Mike has focused on mass tort litigation and has served in leadership roles in several national, high profile, injury cases.  Mike has served in leadership roles in the following:. Mike lecturers frequently at AAJ, GTLA and the State Bar of Georgia. In addition, Mike serves on several rules related committees of the Georgia Bar.. Mike and his wife Anne, have 3 beautiful and talented daughters, Caroline, Kate and Elizabeth. In his spare time, Mike remains active athletically; serves as an active member of Haygood United Methodist Church; and supports all things Wake Forest.

Michelle L. Wein is a senior associate at Cohan Law Group, an employment law and business disputes firm in Atlanta, Georgia.Whether counseling business owners on everyday management issues or litigating complex cases, Michelle is passionate about representing employers and employees in Georgia. She has extensive experience assisting individuals and businesses with issues unique to the employment law field, including litigating wage and hour disputes, wrongful termination, retaliation, non-compete agreements, and violations of the ADA, FMLA, ADEA, and Title VII in state, federal, and administrative forums. Additionally, Michelle has helped businesses navigate the legal landscape of these complex employment laws via management training and counseling on HR best practices. Having represented both employees and employers, Michelle has unique insight with respect to the legal strategies at play on both sides of the table.Outside of her employment law practice, Michelle also assists individuals, businesses, and business owners with business disputes such as breach of contract, fraud, and misappropriation of trade secrets. From negotiating and drafting commercial contracts to defending claims in state, federal, and bankruptcy courts, Michelle zealously advocates on behalf of her clients and takes pride in rising to the challenges presented by complex cases.Michelle received a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Florida State University, where she was actively involved in various social, academic, and philanthropic organizations. Michelle received her law degree from the Florida State University College of Law, cum laude.

Michael L. Goldberg is a partner in the law firm of Fried Goldberg and represents victims suffering catastrophic personal injuries or wrongful death throughout the Southeast, primarily in the area of trucking and commercial vehicle accidents.. He obtained a Political Science degree from Mercer University in 1994 and a Juris Doctor from the University of Georgia School of Law in 1997. Michael was named as a Rising Star Super Lawyer by Atlanta Magazine in 2007 and 2008 and was recognized as one of the Legal Elite by Georgia Trends in 2007.. Michael was consecutively named as one of the top 100 lawyers in Georgia in the Super Lawyers edition of Atlanta Magazine since 2013.. He is a frequent speaker at legal seminars and has published several articles for the Georgia Bar Journal, the Verdict magazine and AAJ publications. Michael is the author of the Library of Georgia Personal Injury Forms, 3rd Edition and Understanding Motor Carrier Claims, 5th edition. He is a member of several civic and legal organizations including the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, the American Association of Justice, the Atlanta Bar Association, the DeKalb Bar Association, and the Lawyer’s Club of Atlanta, and has served as the President of the North Metro Trial Lawyer’s Association (2006-2008), Atlanta Bar Association ACYL President (2009), Co-Chair of the Judicial Liason Committee (2002-2006), the YLD Co-Director of Continuing Legal Education (2004), ACYL Board of Directors (2005), ACYL Treasurer (2006), ACYL Secretary (2007), ACYL Vice-President (2008), Barrister with the Lamar Inn of Courts (2000-2002) and faculty at the Kessler Eidson Emory Law School Trial Techniques Program (2002-2007). His firm maintains a trucking law website at .

Mia Ilene-Beth Frieder is the author of two books which have been the subject of accredited seminars in Georgia and throughout the southeast including Alabama and Tennessee. Mia has been a featured speaker at Bridge the Gap, a required seminar for all new members of the Georgia Bar for over a decade, and spoken at the national level at the annual convention for the American Association for Justice on the topic of Failure to Diagnose Breast Cancer. In addition to her books, Mia has authored numerous articles which have been published nationally.. Mia has been active with the State Bar of Georgia, serving on the Executive Council of the Younger Lawyers Division for 1992-93, 1993-94, and founded the Lawyers in Practice committee for which she received an Award of Merit in 1992-93. Mia also served on the Communications Committee and was appointed by Senator Max Cleveland to serve on the Judicial Nominations Committee for the Northern District of Georgia.. Mia I. Frieder was recently appointed the Chair of the Women Trial Lawyers Caucus for 2014-15 for the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, the statewide organization for plaintiff trial lawyers. She is also continuing to serve on the Editorial Board of the Verdict, the official publication for GTLA

Matthew McLaughlin recently opened McLaughlin Law Firm after leaving the the Atlanta office of Hawkins Parnell Thackston & Young LLP. He represents clients in a wide array of civil cases. Matthew aggressively represents clients in all phases of litigation from pre-suit evaluation, settlement, trial, and appeals.. Matthew represents insurance carriers in coverage disputes and insureds in all manner of tort and contract actions. He also represents businesses directly in customer and vendor disputes. Matthew focuses his attention on advancing the best interests of his clients.. Bad Faith and Coverage Litigation. Matthew has prosecuted declaratory judgment actions on behalf of insurance carriers in state and federal courts. In addition, he has defended insurance carriers in bad faith and declaratory judgment actions filed by insureds. He is also experienced in pursuing interpleader actions and other equitable remedies on behalf of insurers.. Legal Malpractice and Professional Negligence. Matthew’s experience in legal malpractice and professional negligence fields includes the defense of lawyers, physicians, real estate appraisers and other professionals. In defending legal malpractice cases, Matthew has been exposed to litigation in real estate commercial transactions, products liability, wills and estates, ERISA, and personal injury cases.. Transportation and Trucking Defense. Matthew defends trucking companies in both motor vehicle accident cases and commercial disputes. His experience in defending cases ranges from the relatively minor injury cases to severe injury and wrongful death cases. He has an excellent track record of securing favorable results for his clients.. Products Liability. Matthew represents clients in complex asbestos cases. In addition, he defends chemical manufacturers in multi-district litigation. He has also defended numerous cases alleging defects in motor vehicles.