Charles A. "Charlie" Hawkins II

Jared Miller is a litigator focused on helping companies resolve big problems. Working with businesses around the country, Jared has assisted his clients in resolving a wide variety of legal disputes. His collaborative, diligent approach complements an abiding desire to see his clients achieve great outcomes and get back to business. At home with complex litigation, Jared represents financial institutions, manufacturers, franchisors, hospitals, medical practices, and other clients in some of ...

David Stewart is head of the firm’s Trademark & Copyright Group. He concentrates his practice on trademark, copyright, trade secret and advertising litigation and counseling. Mr. Stewart is featured in the International Edition of Who’s Who Trademarks and Super Lawyers magazine. He is also listed in Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business and The Best Lawyers in America . Mr. Stewart received an A.B. degree in English literature from Wabash College in 1985, ...

Companies rely on Seth’s creative problem-solving and commercial acumen to guide them through the federal and international tax implications of complex commercial transactions, including through the use of transactional insurance products. Seth uses his experience as a former certified public accountant (CPA) and tax insurance broker to understand and assist U.S. and multinational clients with domestic and international tax planning and compliance. He has broad industry experience and w...

Attorney Shane Bartlett has more than 20 years of experience representing individuals and families in complex civil litigation. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, he focuses his practice on Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs , advocating for people who have suffered serious harm due to the negligence of others. His work frequently involves catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases arising from motor vehicle collisions, defective products, premises liability, and negligent security. Shane join...

Jenny Hergenrother is a partner with Alston & Bird’s Products Liability Group, where she focuses on products liability and other complex litigation. Her practice experience includes representing companies in a variety of product litigation, including allegations of false and deceptive advertising, high-value personal injury and wrongful death cases, claim substantiation, and product-related class and mass actions. She chiefly represents automotive, food and beverage, and pharmaceuti...

More than ever, companies face a constant evolution of health and welfare regulations for their employee benefit plans. Amy Heppner’s Fortune 500 clients rely on her experience and sound guidance on remaining compliant. Counsel in the Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation Group, Amy provides practical guidance to clients on how to comply with the myriad federal and state laws that impact employer-sponsored health and welfare benefit plans.

Richard J. Valladares is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Richard J. practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized Richard J. Valladares since 2023. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Richard J. Valladares is held by other lawyers.

Jonathan L. Neville is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Jonathan L. practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized Jonathan L. Neville since 2018. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Jonathan L. Neville is held by other lawyers.

Stephen Vaughn is a member of the firm's Commercial Litigation, Intellectual Property Litigation, and Real Estate Litigation groups. He represents clients involved in wide variety of complex, high exposure litigation matters.

James R. Paine, Jr. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Information Technology Law, IT Outsourcing Law and Technology Law. James R. practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized James R. Paine, Jr. since 2017. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which James R. Paine, Jr. is held by other lawyers.