Drew Eckl & Farnham is proud to announce that two of our esteemed attorneys, Jim Anderson and Ryan Klee, are set to take the stage at the prestigious 2023 State Board of Workers' Compensation Annual Educational Conference. They will be speaking on Wednesday, August 30 as part of the SBWC Workers' Compensation Adjuster Training Program: Claims from Start to Finish! Jim Anderson will provide a discussion on valid panel of physicians, change in physicians and the WC-PMT process. This session will be from 8:30 am - 9:00 am. Ryan Klee will join a panel of experts on how to ethically and professionally handle unresolved disputes in workers' compensation claims. This session will be ... Continue Reading
Drew Eckl & Farnham is a proud Event Sponsor for the upcoming 2023 Georgia City Solutions Golf Open
Drew Eckl & Farnham will be an Event sponsor for the Georgia Municipal Association nonprofit organization, Georgia City Solutions. Funds raised from the event support GCS programs and initiatives in youth leadership and engagement, promoting careers in municipal government, equity and inclusion. The event will take place at the Chimneys Golf Course in Winder, GA on October 16, 2023 from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ... Continue Reading
DEF sponsors Day at the Braves with Path to Shine
Drew Eckl & Farnham is teaming up with Path to Shine to sponsor an incredible Day at the Braves event! On Sunday, October 1, 2023 3:00pm at Truist Park, DEF and Path to Shine will come together to celebrate the power of education and community. This special event aims to support and raise awareness for Path to Shine, an organization dedicated to empowering young minds and shaping brighter futures. This Day at the Braves promises to be a memorable experience for everyone involved. It will be an exciting Braves game as they play against the Nationals. About Path to Shine Path to Shine is an extraordinary non-profit organization that works tirelessly to create brighter futures ... Continue Reading
DEF runs the extra miles to prevent child trafficking
We are thrilled to announce our sponsorship with the second annual Freedom Virtual 14k Run, organized by Illuminate Justice. This year, the Freedom 14k Run will be held virtually, allowing you to complete the run at your own pace and convenience. From August 20th to August 26th, you can choose to cover 8.7 miles in a single day or spread it out over six days. This virtual format ensures that you can participate from any location, making it accessible to everyone! By registering for the run, you'll not only contribute to a worthy cause but also receive a custom shirt featuring our organization's logo. Together, let's show our support and commitment to justice. To register for the ... Continue Reading
Barbara A. Marschalk speaks at the 2023 State Court Judges’ Spring Conference
Barbara A. Marschalk co-presented the Civil Case Law Update to Georgia trial judges who attended the annual State Court Judges’ Spring Conference in Athens, GA on May 19, 2023. During this presentation, Ms. Marschalk identified and discussed key appellate decisions from both the Georgia Court of Appeals and Georgia Supreme Court that impact the trial judges who preside over a wide variety of civil cases. ... Continue Reading
Drew Eckl & Farnham Sponsors 2023 GAPABA Gala
Drew Eckl & Farnham is proud to announce it is sponsoring the Georgia Asian Pacific American Bar Association's (GAPABA) annual gala on Thursday, May 25th at the Georgia Aquarium. The gala will be celebrating the association's 30 years of advocating for the AAPI legal community in Georgia. For more information on the 2023 GAPABA gala and registration, click the link below. ... Continue Reading
Drew Eckl & Farnham Participating in the Georgia Legal Food Frenzy
Drew Eckl & Farnham is happy to announce that we are participating in the 12th annual Georgia Legal Food Frenzy. Our team, led by firm partner Thomas Cauthen, will be competing with other law firms in Georgia for the next two weeks to raise $750,000, enough to provide 3 million meals for the Atlanta Community Food Bank and the neighborhoods it serves. Drew Eckl has set a contribution goal of $10,000 for this year's frenzy. The Georgia Legal Food Frenzy is an annual two-week fundraising competition among the legal community to benefit Georgia's regional food banks. It was created in partnership with the Young Lawyer's Division of the State Bar of ... Continue Reading
Joe Chancey and Taylor Poncz Spoke at State Bar of Georgia CLE on Professionalism, Ethics, and Malpractice
ATLANTA, December 16, 2022 — Joe Chancey and Taylor Poncz spoke at the State Bar of Georgia’s CLE on Professionalism, Ethics, and Malpractice discussing the topic of mental health & wellness as it relates to professionalism. Taylor Poncz founded Drew Eckl & Farnham’s Mental Health & Wellness Committee, providing resources and promoting a healthier workplace environment. She was honored as an On The Rise Attorney at the Daily Report’s 2022 Georgia Legal Awards for her continuing efforts on mental health & wellness in the legal industry and beyond. Joe Chancey is the managing partner of Drew Eckl & Farnham. ... Continue Reading
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention ‘Out of the Darkness Walk’
Drew Eckl & Farnham is supporting the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention ‘Out of the Darkness Walk’ on Sunday, November 6th. Show your support and stand with us by registering for the walk, in memory of Daniel Cheek and our Mental Health & Wellness Committee. If you or anyone may know are struggling with any mental health concerns, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. Please support the walk at Piedmont Park in The Meadow10th Street NE & Charles Allen Dr., Atlanta12:00 pm: Registration & Food Trucks2:00 pm: Opening Ceremony & Walk ... Continue Reading
On October 13, 2022, Drew Eckl & Farnham hosted a panel sponsored by the Georgia Hispanic Construction Association (GHCA) titled Global Challenges and Economic Perspectives Amid the U.S. Midterm Elections.
The panelists shared their vision On October 13th, a top panel of experts in finance, taxes, and operations shared with GHCA members and special guests their vision on the various factors such as inflation, supply chain disruption, and geopolitics impacting the national and international markets. Our discussion will further lead to evaluating the new political map in the United States, the Inflation Reduction Act, and its consequences on the operations of small, medium, and large companies in the construction industry. Alejandro Zuluaga- Sr. Finance Director, Argos USALucas Turolla- Vice President Business Banking Area Manager, CHASEChad Waters- Vice President Regional Preconstruction ... Continue Reading