Drew Eckl & Farnham is pleased to announce the addition of Partner Wesley R. Moore. Wesley represents employers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators in workers’ compensation matters throughout Georgia. He has extensive litigation experience handling complex and highly contested claims, guiding clients through every stage of the process from claim inception through hearings, appeals, and resolution. Known for his courtroom experience, Wes regularly appears before Administrative Law Judges across the State of Georgia and has successfully defended numerous hearing awards before the Appellate Division of the State Board of Workers’ Compensation and Superior Courts ... Continue Reading
SoSoDEF Secures Its First Kickball Victory of the Season!
SoSoDEF picked up its first win of the season last night, defeating Hall Booth Smith in a hard-fought matchup! The team came out strong, building an early lead and holding off a late rally from HBS to secure the victory. A special shoutout to our Summer Associates, who once again showed up and showed out with their enthusiasm and team spirit! With the win, SoSoDef improves to 1-4 on the season with three games left to play. The momentum is building, and we're looking forward to finishing the season strong. Join us next week at Piedmont Park Active Oval at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday July 15 and help cheer on Team DEF! #SoSoDef #DEFLaw #Kickball #TeamDEF #WorkHardPlayHard ... Continue Reading
Building the Future, One Step at a Time.
Today, members of the Drew Eckl & Farnham team had the opportunity to tour our future home at 1375 Peachtree Street in Midtown Atlanta.While there's still plenty of construction ahead, it was exciting to walk through the space, see the vision come to life, and imagine the collaboration, client service, and community that will soon fill these halls.We can't wait to share more updates as we get closer to opening our new office. Scroll through our slideshow to see more photos! #DrewEcklFarnham #AtlantaLawFirm #MidtownAtlanta #MovingForward #OfficeTransformation ... Continue Reading
What Businesses Need to Know About Emerging PFAS Regulations
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), often called “forever chemicals,” are rapidly becoming one of the most significant environmental regulatory challenges facing businesses today. Used historically in products ranging from nonstick cookware to fire-fighting foam and industrial coatings, PFAS persist in the environment and have drawn increased scrutiny from regulators at both the federal and state levels. A Rapidly Evolving Regulatory Landscape In recent years, regulators have accelerated efforts to address PFAS contamination. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has designated certain PFAS compounds as hazardous substances under federal law and has introduced ... Continue Reading
DEF Partners Deliver Key Presentations at 2026 Judicial CLE Event
Two of our firm’s partners, Barbara A. Marschalk and Matthew A. Nanninga, were honored to present at the 2026 State Court Judges’ Spring Conference, a premier annual continuing legal education (CLE) event held last week for members of Georgia’s judiciary. Barbara A. Marschalk delivered a comprehensive case law update, highlighting significant appellate decisions from the past year. Her presentation provided judges with critical insights into evolving legal precedents and their practical implications for trial courts across the state. Matthew A. Nanninga presented on Georgia’s recent tort reform as it relates to negligent security cases, offering an in-depth analysis of the recent ... Continue Reading
Practical Use of AI: Don’t be a Cautionary Tale
In today’s world, the injection of artificial intelligence (AI) is painfully prevalent in everyday life. From social media to simple Google searches, an individual is likely to run into information that has been produced by a seemingly sentient machine in the clouds. When used correctly, AI can prove to be an incredibly valuable resource for any business venture. However, failure to responsibly rely on AI-generated information tends to result in the user’s own peril, especially when it comes to matters of the law. Courts and judges are increasingly cracking down on the misuse of AI and the replacement of human work with that of artificial intelligence. Take the ... Continue Reading
Drew Eckl & Farnham to Relocate Atlanta Headquarters to Midtown in Upcoming Move
Drew Eckl & Farnham has announced plans to relocate its Atlanta headquarters from Downtown to Midtown, returning to the area where the firm was founded more than 40 years ago. By the end of the year, the firm plans to occupy a rare, single‑floor 40,124‑square‑foot space at 1375 Peachtree under a 16‑year lease, consolidating its Atlanta office onto one level and adopting a more efficient, uniform office layout. The planned move represents a return to the firm’s roots while positioning it competitively within Atlanta’s evolving legal market. [Read the full article from Law.com here.] ... Continue Reading
Drew Eckl & Farnham Welcomes Four New Attorneys
ATLANTA, GA – Drew Eckl & Farnham is proud to announce the addition of four attorneys to its Atlanta office—Andrew Howard, Kipling Biggs, Bryce McCarter, and Robert Watts. Each brings valuable litigation experience that further enhances the firm’s defense capabilities across Georgia and the Southeast. “We’re thrilled to welcome Andrew, Kipling, Bryce, and Robert to Drew Eckl & Farnham,” said Joe Chancey, Managing Partner. “They are skilled attorneys and we look forward to their positive contributions to the culture, reputation, and future of our firm.” These additions reflect Drew Eckl & Farnham’s ongoing investment in legal talent and its dedication to providing ... Continue Reading
Drew Eckl & Farnham Ranked No. 15 on the Atlanta Business Chronicle’s List of Biggest Law Firms in Metro Atlanta
Drew Eckl & Farnham continues to be recognized by the Atlanta Business Chronicle for its success as an Atlanta law firm. We have been ranked No. 15 on Atlanta Business Chronicle’s List of Biggest Law Firms in Metro Atlanta for 2026. Some of the Firm's key practice areas were highlighted including workers' compensation defense, general liability defense, commercial transportation defense, corporate and transactional law, and insurance coverage. To view a complete list of practice areas for the firm, visit our Practice Areas page. ... Continue Reading
How to Handle the Pro Se Plaintiff: Practical Guidance for Claims Professionals
Much like in life, the business of insurance defense is about the cards we are dealt with. The more experience you have, the easier it is to know the good cards, the bad cards and how to play them. But what happens when you are dealt with a “wildcard”? This is what it can feel like when matched against a self-represented, or pro se, litigant. Whether as a claims adjuster or an insurance defense attorney, we often take for granted that the process from the initial claim through litigation will follow a standard procedure. But the introduction of someone who is unfamiliar with ... Continue Reading