North Metro Lawyers

I was born in Hartford, Connecticut, but spent most of my first 18 years overseas. As a young adult, I returned to the United States, completed my undergraduate degree at Rice University in Houston, Texas, and earned my law degree from Emory University School of Law in Atlanta, Georgia. While in law school, I distinguished myself by serving on the editorial boards of the Journal of International Dispute Resolution and the Bankruptcy Developments Journal.

After law school, I continued my studies and received a Master's Degree in International and Comparative Law from the University of Brussels. Prior to entering private practice,...

Throughout his 20+ year career, Mr. Battleson has worked in deal teams as an attorney, investment banker and principal involved in operating businesses, development projects, and existing assets with a value in excess of $2.2 billion; and, as a commercial litigation attorney representing small and medium size businesses, as well as defending national insurance companies, multinational self-insured companies, and the State of Georgia in matters with potential liability in excess of $100 million.

Mark graduated from Emory University School of Law in 1995, while also working for the United States Attorney’s Office as a third-year practice clerk. Following law school,...

Attorney Steve Koval has lived in Atlanta for almost thirty years. He graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Emory University with a B.A. and M.A. in Political Science, and served as president of Emory's student body. He earned his law degree from American University's Washington College of Law in 1986. With over twenty years of experience litigating cases, Steve has been called on to lecture locally and nationally before professional associations including the American Bar Association and the Atlanta Bar Association. He has successfully argued several cases before the Supreme Court of Georgia. Steve is an active member of the National...

You-Jin Han is a highly awarded lawyer with an exceptional background in high-stakes litigation. As a Founding Partner of Heber Han PC, she represents average, everyday people in their fight for justice and fairness—a calling that often involves battling the largest corporations and governmental agencies. You-Jin handles federal court appeals for those who have received unfavorable SSA ALJ decisions. She draws from her near decade of experience in SSA's Office of General Counsel, where she played a key role in the development and implementation of programs designed to increase the office’s efficiency and in SSA disability cases.

Attorney Carter Weathington dedicates his practice to representing individuals and families affected by catastrophic personal injury and medical malpractice. Before advocating for victims of negligence, Carter began his legal career at a national civil defense firm, where he represented major corporations, hospitals, physicians, and insurance carriers in complex cases involving personal injury, medical malpractice, negligent security, and wrongful death. He went on to spend five years at a top-tier medical malpractice defense firm, handling litigation on behalf of physicians and hospitals, as well as representing clients before the Composite Medical Board. This extensive background has given Carter a deep understanding of...

Kathryn Boortz is a trial attorney with nearly 10 years of litigation experience in courtrooms across the state of Georgia. She began her legal career in the public sector with the Metro Conflict Defender’s Office in Fulton County and then became an associate attorney at the boutique litigation firm of Conaway and Strickler. In June 2013, Kathryn founded Boortz Law, LLC. Boortz Law was founded so that Kathryn could focus on the areas of law that resonate with her gifts of compassion and creativity as a counselor to her clients. These areas include Estate Planning, White Collar and Juvenile...

I have been specializing in criminal law for 20 years, the first 7 years as a prosecutor. For the last 13 years, I have been defending individuals charged with crimes ranging from misdemeanors and traffic offenses to serious violent felonies.

Paul Morochnik has been practicing law in Georgia since 1993. He predominantly has a litigation practice - focusing on banking, business and real estate litigation. Paul was a partner in two small firms for 12 years and 15 years, respectively. He brings practical and logical solutions to complex legal issues. He prides himself on being a partner with his clients to offer them common sense advice that makes sense for their unique situation. His long tenured paralegals and clients are a testament to the relationships he has formed over the years.

S. Lamar Gardner, our Firm’s founding and managing partner, was born and raised in Corinth, MS. Lamar obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science in Political Science in 2009. In 2012, Lamar obtained a Master of Public Administration with a concentration in Public Policy from Clark Atlanta University. Upon graduating from Clark Atlanta, Lamar began working in the non-profit sector. In 2014, however, he was offered admission to Southern University Law Center (SULC) in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where he obtained his Juris Doctor (Cum Laude)in 2017. While at SULC, Lamar served as the 2016-2017 Editor-in-Chief of the Southern University...

Results-driven and client-oriented, Attorney Brandon Dixon is committed to seeing his clients succeed. Focusing on criminal defense and traffic tickets in Atlanta, Attorney Dixon is exhaustive in his research of each and every case he takes on. His successes have resulted in reduced punishments and dismissed cases for numerous clients who were facing serious penalties for criminal charges. Zealous and aggressive tactics enable him to effectively represent his clients in the courtroom. Attorney Dixon is part of the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and a member of the State Bar of Georgia. Available 24/7 for a free thirty-minute case...

The law firm of Bruce A Hagen has over 30 years experience fighting for the rights of those who have been injured by the carelessness and/or neglect of others in the Atlanta Metro Area. Practice areas include: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Wrongful Death, Motorcycle Accidents, Truck Accidents, etc. I fight big insurance companies for the people to recover the maximum amount possible.

Michael J. Antoniolli is a criminal Defense attorney who represents individuals indicted for State and Federal criminal offenses. He has defended clients charged with Murder, Armed Robbery, Aggravated Assault, Drug Trafficking, Sex Crimes, Fraud, Identity Theft, Hobbs Act violations, Weapons offenses, Drug possession and other criminal offenses. Mr. Antoniolli attended Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, Illinois earning a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy in 1987. He was admitted as a Certified Public Accountant in Illinois in 1987. He attended DePaul University Graduate School of Business in Chicago, Illinois earning an MBA in 1991. After graduating from Georgia State...

Tedra L. Cannella (pronounced “Tee-dra”) has a practice that focuses on products liability, breach of fiduciary duty, wrongful death, and trucking and automobile wrecks. Tedra has successfully represented people all over the country against corporations, including Fortune 500 Companies and large insurance companies. She is a fierce advocate for her clients, with multimillion dollar verdicts and settlements in cases throughout the southeast. Tedra was inspired to help injured people when she experienced first-hand the difficult challenges that personal injuries can bring for individuals and their families. While pursuing her undergraduate degree at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, Tedra suffered serious burns...

Attorney Tricia Solomon graduated from The George Washington University in 1997 with a degree in Journalism. After college, Ms. Solomon accepted a position as a sports production assistant at CNN Sports Illustrated, which brought her to Atlanta, Georgia. Ms. Solomon would spend four years at CNNSI before leaving to pursue her true passion of becoming an attorney. To achieve her goal, Ms. Solomon relocated to Athens, Georgia to attend The University of Georgia School of Law, and graduated in 2006.

Since her admission to the Georgia Bar in 2007, Ms. Solomon has held several positions including legal recruiter at a top...

I am a native of Atlanta, Georgia, graduated from law school at Samford University in 1977 and entered private law the same year. I have spent the last 44 years representing clients in auto accidents, tractor trailer collisions, premises liability (lack of security at apartments and crimes committed against residents and guests), as well as defective shoe cases and resulting foot, ankle and leg injuries, especially shoes made in China. I have had hundreds of jury trials over this time period and I am a graduate of the Keenan Trial Institute which promotes a more modern approach to jury trials by focusing...

At Taylor & Associates, led by Attorney Dorna Jenkins Taylor, I focus on Trademarks, Copyrights, Brand Development, Name Image and Likeness (NIL) licensing, Wills & Trusts. My role is to assist clients in building, securing, protecting, and monetizing their brands. Over the years, I have successfully negotiated brand licensing deals and endorsements for my clients, which have collectively surpassed $40 million. This includes notable agreements for the Emmy Award-winning documentary "The Doctor" and the New York Times bestseller, "The Autobiography of Dr. J." With 26 years of experience in the field, I am continually enthusiastic about helping visionaries secure their...

David is a luminary in representing small business owners. He has been counseling and assisting small business owners for over 20 years. He has found that his clients truly appreciate the time and effort he puts into every aspect of their business. Over his professional career, David has gained extensive experience, knowledge and expertise in every aspect of the functioning of corporations, partnerships, limited liability companies, trade associations and joint ventures. David primarily focuses on business law and personal injury matters. David’s commitment to the C-Store industry has earned him national recognition and respect among his peers in the legal...

A. J. Josey is the founder of Josey Injury Law and has over 10 years of experience with the legal system. His love for law and justice for the people started when he was just a child. In comparison, to his friends, he quickly realized the privilege of being raised by his amazing mother, grandmother, and aunts. Unlike his friends who didn’t have a “village” to help raise them, many unjustly became statistics of the legal system. It was bearing witness to the injustices suffered by his family and friends, who were being treated unfairly, that sparked his passion for...

K. Douglas Cook, a personal injury attorney in Atlanta, is the founder of the Law Offices of K. Douglas Cook, a firm that offers legal representation to injury victims throughout Georgia. He has personally handled thousands of cases, and has been practicing law for 23 years. Attorney Cook is a diligent advocate with an in-depth understanding of pertinent laws and regulations. He works on a contingency fee basis, and proudly offers competitive contingency fees that are lower than many other firms. Mr. Cook provides legal assistance in cases of car accidents, workers’ compensation claims, product liability, medical malpractice, and more....

Warren has practiced law with his firm, D. Warren Auld, P.C., Attorney at Law from 1987 to the present. The firm’s office is located in Gwinnett County in Snellville, Georgia.

For three decades Warren has engaged in a general practice encompassing domestic, criminal, business representation and civil litigation. He has accepted appointments and served as a Guardian ad Litem in Juvenile and Superior Court. He has served as Special Master for the Georgia Supreme Court and has been voted the "Best Lawyer to Get you Out of Trouble" in Gwinnett County.

Education
GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF LAW | Juris...

Elizabeth Pelypenko is one of the top plaintiffs' lawyers in Georgia, with proven results in complex litigation involving catastrophic injuries.