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Our very own partner, Brian Johnson, has been highlighted in The Daily Report for his role in this year’s Atlanta Bar Bard Show, A Courthouse Line XIII: Nightmare on 14th Street. Brian is showcasing his creative talents in this much-anticipated production as a writer, director, and performer. This lawyer-run musical parody returns to the Porter Sanford Performing Arts Center, bringing an evening of laughter, music, and camaraderie in support of the Atlanta Bar Foundation. Running November 8-9, this year’s show will feature parodies of popular songs while telling a unique legal tale about a summer associate who accidentally summons a mysterious law firm, setting off a hilarious chain of ... Continue Reading

We are thrilled to announce that Drew Eckl & Farnham has been recognized for excellence in the 2025 edition of Best Law Firms® rankings. The 15th edition of Best Law Firms, independently produced by Best Lawyers, is a prestigious benchmark for excellence in the legal industry, covering 127 practice areas and 188 local jurisdictions. This year’s rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process, including client feedback, peer reviews, industry leader interviews, and detailed analysis of law firm data. Metropolitan Tier 1 Metropolitan Tier 2 Metropolitan Tier 3 To view the official report, click here: ... Continue Reading

At Drew Eckl & Farnham, our commitment to continuous improvement extends beyond our firm to the broader legal community. We are pleased to announce that two of our partners will be presenting at the 2024 Workers' Compensation Law Institute, taking place at the Jekyll Island Convention Center from Thursday, October 24 to Saturday, October 26, 2024. Thomas Cauthen will present on Appellate Division Case Update on Thursday, October 24, at 9:45 AM and Matt Walker will discuss 400 Week Cap Issues on Saturday, October 26, at 12:30 PM.  To register to attend this event, which promises valuable insights, professional growth, and networking opportunities, please visit Workers' Compensation ... Continue Reading

We are proud to announce that our firm has achieved Mansfield Certification Plus for 2023–24! This marks the third certification period in which we have participated, and we have successfully achieved certification each time. Mansfield's structured, data-driven approach empowers us to be deliberate and focused in identifying and advancing top talent. Participation in Mansfield encourages us to make advancement processes transparent and ensures that broad talent pools are considered for leadership roles, creating a level playing field for all. Expanding our talent pool to include diverse backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints enables us to make better-informed decisions and strengthens ... Continue Reading

We are incredibly proud to support the next generation of legal professionals through the Atlanta Bar Summer Law Intern Program (SLIP). This summer, our outstanding SLIP intern, Molly Tipping, worked diligently alongside our team and has already achieved an incredible milestone—her article has been published in the August/September 2024 edition of The Atlanta Lawyer magazine! Congratulations, Molly! Be sure to check out her article on pages 42-43: TAL August/September 2024 Issue. #FutureOfLaw #ProudMentors #LegalTalent #SLIP ... Continue Reading

We're excited to announce that DEF has achieved SOC 2 compliance, reinforcing our dedication to data security and strengthening customer trust. This milestone highlights our team's leadership and commitment to excellence in the legal profession. Our sincere appreciation goes to Insight Assurance for their diligent evaluation and validation of our compliance efforts, ensuring that we uphold the highest standards of security and accountability. We also are grateful for Genius GRC helping us to bolster our information security capabilities and leading us through the compliance process. As we celebrate this achievement, we reaffirm our commitment to transparency, integrity, and continuous ... Continue Reading

We are excited to announce that Drew Eckl & Farnham is a proud sponsor of Swing for PTS 2024, Path to Shine’s annual Topgolf Fundraiser. This year’s event will take place on October 26th at Topgolf Midtown Atlanta and promises a day filled with friendly competition, great food, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. The event will feature three hours of Topgolf gameplay, a delicious hot breakfast buffet, a cash bar, and a silent auction. Most importantly, all proceeds from the fundraiser will support Path to Shine’s essential mentoring and tutoring programs for elementary school children throughout Georgia. Join us as we tee off for a great cause and help ensure that ... Continue Reading

Drew Eckl & Farnham is honored to be a Sponsor for the 2024 Golfing for Scholarships Fundraiser, hosted by Kids' Chance of Nevada. This notable event will take place on October 14, 2024, at the Arroyo Golf Club at Red Rock in Las Vegas. Kids’ Chance of Nevada is dedicated to providing educational scholarships to children whose parents have been seriously, catastrophically, or fatally injured in work-related accidents. By supporting this event, you contribute to these deserving students' pursuit of education and a brighter future. For more information and to register, please visit Kids' Chance of Nevada's website. ... Continue Reading

Earlier this year, Georgia law regarding time limited demands in personal injury matters arising out of motor vehicle collisions was changed to make every offer to settle extended in such cases an offer to enter into a bilateral contract. Specifically, OCGA § 9-11-67.1, was amended to state, in part, that “[a]ny offer to settle a tort claim for personal injury, bodily injury, or death arising from a motor vehicle collision shall be an offer to enter into a bilateral contract.”  O.C.G.A. § 9-11-67.1(a).  Inclusion of the “bilateral contract” language is significant. A bilateral contract is a contract in which the parties embrace “reciprocal duties and obligations.” Aspironal ... Continue Reading

We are proud to support and attend the Workers' Compensation Law Institute Dinner & Silent Auction at the upcoming ICLE Workers' Compensation Law Institute seminar this October 24-26. This event, held on October 24 from 6-10pm at the Sea Palms Resort in St Simons Island, includes the annual dinner and silent auction with the theme Touchdowns, Tailgates, and Kids’ Chance. Join us for an evening of fun and philanthropy to raise funds to provide educational opportunities and scholarships to children of injured or deceased workers.   For more details about the event and to register, visit The Workers' Compensation Law Institute Dinner & Silent Auction (constantcontactpages.com) ... Continue Reading