Partner Barbara Marschalk will present at the 2025 State Court Judges' Spring Conference taking place May 14-16, 2025, at the Legacy Lodge at Lake Lanier Islands in Buford, Georgia. She will serve as a co-presenter for the "Civil Case Law Update" session. The annual Spring Conference brings together distinguished members of Georgia's legal community to explore emerging trends, procedural developments, and significant judicial issues affecting state courts. This gathering offers valuable continuing education and networking opportunities for judges and legal professionals across the state. We are proud to have Barbara representing our firm at this important conference, reflecting our ... Continue Reading
Matt Nanninga to Speak at SB68 Panel Discussion
Matt Nanninga will serve as a panelist at the upcoming event "Analyzing SB68: Unpacking the Impact on Case Settlement," a special panel discussion for Georgia lawyers and claims professionals. The event will take place on Thursday, May 15, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Henning Mediation & Arbitration Service, Inc. Matt will be speaking specifically on the Damages/Medical panel, one of several topic areas that will be covered during this comprehensive event. The panel will be moderated by Robert Katz. [For complete details and registration information, please visit the Henning Mediation & Arbitration website.] ... Continue Reading
Christy Walsh Named President-elect of Atlanta Association of Legal Administrators Board
We’re proud to announce that our COO, Christy Walsh, has been elected as President-elect for the 2025-2026 Board of Directors at the Atlanta Association of Legal Administrators (AALA). This recognition highlights Christy’s leadership excellence and her standing in the Atlanta legal community. In this role, she’ll help shape AALA’s future and support professional development for legal management professionals across Atlanta. Please join us in congratulating Christy on this achievement. We know she’ll bring the same dedication and vision to AALA that she shows every day as our COO. ... Continue Reading
Drew Eckl’s Finest Takes on the ATLBocce League!
Our attorneys are taking on a new challenge—bocce! This season, we’ve joined the ATLBocce League for the first time, bringing teamwork and a competitive spirit from the courtroom to the bocce court. Playing under the name Drew Eckl’s Finest, our team had an exciting debut last night, facing off against Bocced Lobotomies in a thrilling match. While we held our own until the very end, we ultimately accepted defeat. Despite the loss, team spirits are high! Bocce has already proven to be a great way for the team to unwind, build camaraderie, and take on a new kind of challenge outside the office. With each match, we’re refining our skills, learning the game, and, most importantly, having ... Continue Reading
Michael Miller Co-Chairs and Moderates at Transportation Megaconference XVII
Drew Eckl & Farnham is pleased to recognize Partner Michael Miller for his role as Program Co-Chair at the Transportation Megaconference XVII, held on March 13–14, 2025, at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside. As part of his leadership in the event, Michael Miller also served as the moderator for the panel Mediating a Trucking Case from All the Sides. This discussion brought together experienced professionals to explore best practices, key challenges, and strategies for successful mediation in trucking litigation. Drew Eckl & Farnham values the opportunity to contribute to important industry discussions and remains dedicated to providing clients with strategic legal guidance in ... Continue Reading
Christy Walsh to Speak at the LMA Tech Intensive Workshop
Legal marketing is evolving rapidly, and Christy Walsh, Chief Operating Officer at Drew Eckl & Farnham, will share her insights on the future of data-driven strategies at the Legal Marketing Association (LMA) Tech Intensive Workshop on Wednesday, March 5th. Christy will take the stage alongside industry leaders for an insightful discussion: "Lifecycle Stages of Data-Driven Marketing: Making an Impact at Every Level"This dynamic panel will explore how law firms can harness the power of data-driven marketing to drive meaningful results. From early-stage initiatives to advanced strategies, panelists will break down the "good, better, best" approach—sharing practical insights, lessons ... Continue Reading
Happy Employee Appreciation Day!
At Drew Eckl & Farnham, we know that our greatest strength is our people! To celebrate Employee Appreciation Day, we want to take this opportunity to showcase the wonderful spirit of our employees. Here’s what they have to say! From April Smith If DEF had a theme song, what would it be? The Office theme song! Best work-related advice you've ever received? There is no such thing as a stupid question! Better to ask than to be wrong! A hidden talent or fun fact your coworkers don't know? I love to cook, and I am great at it! Favorite memory at DEF? Our Christmas party every year is always fun! Shout-out to a coworker for something awesome they do! Thank ... Continue Reading
Barbara Marschalk Interviewed in Law360 Article Regarding Georgia’s Tort Reform
In a recent interview with Law360, Barbara Marschalk shared her insights on the proposed tort reform package in Georgia. The reform, heavily pushed by Governor Brian Kemp, aims to address various legal issues, including premises liability, litigation funding, and legal procedures. In the interview, she emphasized that the proposed reforms are not as sweeping as the plaintiffs' bar suggests. Instead, she views them as a necessary leveling of the playing field, especially after previous tort reform provisions were deemed unconstitutional. Barbara expressed her concerns about the plaintiffs' attorneys' tactics of "anchoring" juries to imaginary or irrelevant sums. One of the most critical ... Continue Reading
DEF Attorneys Recognized in 2025 Georgia Super Lawyers® and Georgia Super Lawyers® Rising Stars
We are proud to announce that six of our attorneys have been selected for inclusion on the 2025 Georgia Super Lawyers® and Georgia Super Lawyers® Rising Stars. 2025 Georgia Super Lawyers® Honorees The Super Lawyers awards are a prestigious recognition given to outstanding lawyers across various practice areas. Super Lawyers is a rating service that identifies attorneys who have achieved a high degree of peer recognition and professional accomplishment. The selection process is rigorous and involves multiple phases, including: peer nominations, independent research, and peer evaluation. The following attorneys have been selected as the top 5% in the state of Georgia: Michael L. ... Continue Reading
DEF is a Proud Silver Sponsor for the 11th Annual GAPABA Gala
Drew Eckl & Farnham is proud to be a silver sponsor for the 11th annual Georgia Asian Pacific American Bar Association (GAPABA) Gala. This year's gala will be held on Wednesday, May 21 at the Georgia Aquarium. The gala will feature speakers from UPS, Southern Company Gas, CNN, Delta, and Yale Law School. GAPABA plays a vital role in supporting and empowering Asian Pacific American attorneys and legal professionals across Georgia. Through mentorship, networking, and advocacy, GAPABA continues to make a lasting impact in the legal community, and we are thrilled to support their mission. At Drew Eckl & Farnham, we are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in ... Continue Reading