Stephen D Apolinsky

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Stephen D Apolinsky

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 38 years

Car accident Lawyer at Decatur, GA
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death ... +2 more

Suite 200, 150 E Ponce de Leon Avenue, Decatur, GA

About Stephen

Biography

Over $40 Million in Verdicts and Settlements. Our Goal is to Provide the Best Legal Representation for Our Clients and Their Families.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Car Accident 25%

Represent individuals and families injured in car or truck accidents

38 years | 30 cases

25%
Personal Injury 25%

25%
Trucking Accident 20%

Represent individuals injured due to negligence of truck driver

38 years | 15 cases

20%
Wrongful Death 20%

Represent families seeking compensation for wrongful death of loved ones

38 years | 5 cases

20%
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect 10%

Represent families in personal injury actions concerning neglect and abuse of loved ones

38 years | 10 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

30%-45%

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Alabama for 31 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 1994

Occupational License - Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 36 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1989

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 38 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1987

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Apolinsky & Associates, LLC

Suite 200, 150 E Ponce de Leon Avenue, Decatur, GA, 30030

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Apolinsky & Associates, LLC

1355 Peachtree St, Suite 1800, Atlanta, GA, 30309

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Online Presence

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Stephen D Apolinsky's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

5 star (3)
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Posted by Bob | July 14, 2015

Bob Harris, broadcaster for Duke basketball and football for better part of 35 years

Due to a personal injury, a friend recommended the law firm of Apolinsky & Associates, LLC. His recommendation was so positive that I contacted Mr. Apolinsky right away. After several phone conversations, I was sure that I had the right firm to handle my case. Steve Apolinsky was a true professiona...l in every way. He briefed us on what to possibly expect, and it was 'spot-on.’ We couldn't have asked for any better treatment. I hope I never have to endure a situation like this again, but , if I do, my first call will be to Apolinsky & Associates, LLC.

Posted by Monique | June 26, 2015

Made me feel like I was family

I became an actual client of Stephen Appolinsky by means of another attorney who sought out someone with expertise in wrongful death cases. I am so grateful to my first great attorney for referring me to another great attorney at the most difficult time of my life. My 19 year old vivacious firstborn... daughter took her own life just hours after being released from the hospital. She had been taken to the hospital by ambulance after the police were called on her for attempting to harm herself. After being evaluated, the hospital released my daughter after several hours. My lawyer, Steve, agreed that there was a measure of negligence and diligently addressed all of my concerns. He personally flew out to Michigan and met with me and many of my family and friends to collect interviews to help strengthen my case. Personal touches such as these coupled with his kind but professional demeanor made me feel as though being his client was a huge blessing. I feel as though I cannot begin to express how happy and satisfied I truly am. As an out-of-state client, Steve kept me abreast and included on all pertinent matters concerning my case. He always considered my feelings and empathized with my fragile emotional state. Steve is an awesome human being which is largely why he is an excellent attorney. My lawyer effectively convinced our opposing party to offer a settlement to me. I believe that this is solely due to Steve's professional reputation and expertise. Steve is an honest, fair, and thorough attorney. I would recommend him in a heartbeat without any reserve. Hands down he is the best attorney.

Posted by Flora | June 22, 2015

My Apolinsky & Associates experience

I went to Apolinsky and associates not even knowing if I had a case when my daughter was murdered at an apartment complex. Steve and his entire staff showed me such caring and support throughout the process. They made our family feel like they were their family. I highly recommend if you are ever i...n need of a wrongful death case that you come here as they are very considerate of your feelings and got us a settlement that was more than expected.

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Stephen D Apolinsky's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rachel Elovitz

Litigation lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Steve for over 40 years. He is a superior attorney, zealous advocate, and someone who lends credibility and honor to the Bar. I recommend him wholeheartedly."

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Robert Susko

Car accident lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have know Steve for many years and he does admiral work for injured clients in Georgia. He is one of the Super Lawyer's and well respected. I highly endorse Steve. Robert N. Susko"

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Jon Lewis

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Stephen for thirty-five years. During that time, I have been able to see Steve in various situations, and I can confidently say that he is not only a person of character and integrity, but he is a smart, intelligent, and clever attorney who will aggressively pursue his clients' cases. You could not do better than hiring Steve as your attorney in Georgia. He is seasoned in the courtroom, and he has experience on both sides of the fence. I highly recommend Steve!!"

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T. Flinn

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve is a highly regarded bodily injury litigator. I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Keith Lindsay

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve is an outstanding lawyer who applies his tenacity and outstanding legal knowledge to all of his client's matters. He is active in GTLA and I endorse his work."

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Shea Roberts

Litigation lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Stephen is a strong advocate for his clients and a fellow member of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association. I endorse this lawyer's work."

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David Hibbert

Litigation lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve is a hard working lawyer who put his client's interests at the forefront of any case. I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Adam Taylor

Litigation lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Steve on a number of cases and he has produced nothing but fantastic results. He is hard working, honest and a zealous advocate for his clients."

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Robert Susko

Litigation lawyer

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Jon Lewis

Personal injury lawyer

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T. Flinn

Lemon law lawyer

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Keith Lindsay

Personal injury lawyer

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Shea Roberts

Family lawyer

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David Hibbert

Personal injury lawyer

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Adam Taylor

Personal injury lawyer

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Randall Kessler

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

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2024

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2023

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2022

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2021

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2020

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2019

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2018

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2015

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2014

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2013

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2012

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2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Class of 2010, Leadership Dekalb

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Georgia Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Media

2009

Bar Register of Preemininent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Founder, Apolinsky & Associates, LLC

Associations

2009 - Present

APITLAmerica

Member

2005 - Present

DeKalb Bar Association

Board of Directors

1995 - Present

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Dodson v. Shackelford Seafood et al

six figure settlement

Shatton Industries v. Edwards, Frontier Holdings and Harris

$3 million judgment against co-defendants

Grubbs v. Housing Authority and Security Company

confidential settlement

92 year old v. Nursing Home

six figure confidential settlement

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Education

1987

Emory University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2010

Georgia Perimeter College

Dekalb County Judiciary; County funding

2009

Georgia Tech

Starting a Law Practice

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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