ATLANTA, GA – Drew Eckl & Farnham is proud to announce the addition of five new attorneys—Rashad Johnson, M. Ann McElroy, Lexie Carmon, James Gates and Rashad Simon—as the firm continues its strategic growth across key practice areas.
These talented attorneys bring diverse perspectives and strong litigation experience to support the firm’s mission of delivering exceptional legal services across Georgia and the Southeast.
“We’re excited to welcome Rashad, Ann, James, Rashad, and Lexie to the firm,” said Joe Chancey, Managing Partner of Drew Eckl & Farnham. “We’re gratified that they’ve decided that we’re the best place to advance their careers and we look forward to their contributions to making our firm better every day.”
New Attorney Bios:
- Rashad Johnson joins the firm’s Atlanta office, focusing on workers’ compensation. Rashad began his legal career at a mid-sized real estate law firm in Metro Atlanta, providing him with a broad perspective on legal matters. He earned his J.D. from University of Georgia, School of Law and holds a B.A. from the University of Georgia.
- M. Ann McElroy also joins the Atlanta office, where she concentrates her practice in defense of employers and workers’ compensation. Prior to joining the firm, Ann practiced in workers’ compensation defense for over 17 years. She received her J.D. from Georgia State University College of Law and earned her B.S. from the University of Georgia.
- Lexie Carmon joins the Atlanta office, where she focuses on general liability and personal injury defense. Lexie brings hands-on courtroom experience and a commitment to client advocacy. She earned her J.D. from Emory University, School of Law and completed her undergraduate studies at the Hampton University.
- James Gates joins the Atlanta office, where he focuses on representing and defending Employer, Insurers, and Third-Party Administrators in Georgia Workers’ Compensation claims. James has extensive experience in conducting and defending depositions and resolving claims through settlements either at mediation or by himself.
- Rashad Simon joins the Atlanta office, focusing on general liability. He earned his J.D. from Florida State University College of Law, where he was involved in the Gender and Family Justice Clinic and served on the Board of Directors for the Big Bend A.F.T.E.R. Re-entry Coalition. Rashad completed his undergraduate studies at University of Central Florida.
These additions reflect Drew Eckl & Farnham’s ongoing investment in legal talent and its dedication to providing high-quality legal representation across a wide range of industries.
About Drew Eckl & Farnham
Drew Eckl & Farnham is a leading civil litigation defense firm serving clients throughout Georgia. With offices in Atlanta, Albany, and St. Simon’s Island, the firm offers expertise in workers’ compensation, insurance defense, transportation litigation, premises liability, professional malpractice, and public entity defense. Drew Eckl & Farnham is known for its collaborative culture, trial experience, and commitment to client service.