Jeanne Bynum Hipes

Jeanne Bynum Hipes

4.8
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 41 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Alpharetta, GA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Litigation, Contracts & Agreements, Discrimination

2475 Northwinds Parkway, Suite 200, Alpharetta, GA

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 41 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1984

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Hipes Law LLC

2475 Northwinds Parkway, Suite 200, Alpharetta, GA, 30009

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4.8 /5.0

29 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 25, 2019

Responded Promptly

Honestly she was courteous responded well and even gave a recommendation to a attorney that could handle my case .

Posted by anonymous | May 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Unshakable!

Ms Hipes is clearly experienced in her field. This was obvious during conversations, case preparation and mediation. She has sound knowledge of employment law and best practices. I appreciated how Ms Hipes prepared me for mediation considering it is emotional and unchartered territory. She is hon...est and upfront with her assessment of your case throughout the process which is critical in my view. Ms Hipes has a grand network of colleagues from various aspects of the legal world...opposing counsel, mediators, etc. This is valuable as it helps with knowing the audience. Only experience and positive reputation can give you this advantage. Ms Hipes truly understands what her clients live as a result of being violated. Her actions demonstrate this through her involvement with clients and calculated representation with opposing counsel. She shines in mediations. I found strength through her unshakable but fair approach -- always backed with integrity. Ms Hipes is top in her field. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for representation willing to fight the good fight.

Posted by Kelly | December 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Excellent Legal Representation

After researching attorneys specializing in employment law and litigation, I selected Jeanne Bynum Hipes to represent me in a breach of contract case against my former employer. I can state unequivovally hiring Mrs. Bynum Hipes was the best decision I could have made. I was so impressed with Mrs. H...ipes after our initial meeting with her ability to sort through a tremendous amount of information and then write a demand letter capturing the facts with near precision. The letter Mrs. Hipes drafted was so powerful that it in itself clearly outlined to my former employer that Mrs. Hipes was a professional, skilled trial attorney. Although my former employer attempted to resist and continue their efforts of breaching the contract I had secured with them upon my resignation, Mrs. Hipes was quick and to the point in countering their arguments. Mrs. Hipes won my claim (in full plus attorney fees) without needing to file suit or enter an arbitration/mitigation scenario. Clearly, I would always recommend that a person attempt to work out differences prior to seaking legal representation because there is never a guarantee you will win, but if you find yourself in need of an experienced litigator or employment lawyer, Jeanne Bynum Hipes is the Georgia attorney you should be speaking with! I would describe Mrs. Hipes as calm, calculated, thoughtful, responsive, and honest. I was so impressed with Mrs. Hipes' calm demeanor during stressful responses from my former employer's attorney. Mrs. Hipes always thought the issue through, responded strongly with facts, and in each case shut down the other attoner's attempt to counter our claim. Also, I want to mention, although attorney fees are costly, I feel Mrs. Hipes was more than fair with her billings. In short, I can't recommend Mrs. Hipes high enough and should I ever need an attorney again in the future she is without doubt the attorney I will use.

Posted by anonymous | February 20, 2017 | Lawsuits & Disputes

very nice

Ms. Hips was very nice but unfortunately I was looking for an attorney that would take my case on contingency

Jeanne Hipes

Replied last February 20, 2017

Hi. I cannot tell who wrote the above review, but thank you for your kind words. You are correct, we provide legal services on an hourly fee basis only. However, we are happy to give you a list of attorneys known to provide legal services on a contingency basis. In addition, we also have a list of free and low cost attorneys. If you would like either or both of these lists, please just call my office at 678-867-7006 and provide the receptionist your email address and request the lists. We would be happy to send them to you. Jeanne Bynum Hipes

Posted by Mike | April 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Severance package

I was had a Severance package that I thought was too low and Jeanne was able to get it significantly raised,

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Jeanne Bynum Hipes's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sheri Oluyemi

Employment and labor lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer! Jeanne is a ferocious advocate for her clients; at the same time, she’s extremely pleasant to be around."

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Greg Fidlon

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jeanne is an exceptional attorney. She brings a rare blend of strong advocacy, kindness, compassion and creativity to the table. These strengths allow her to be effective in cases that other lawyers might be inclined to turn down. She is also very pleasant and easy to talk to, which makes her a pleasure to work with."

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Clare Michaud

Employment and labor lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Hipes is one of the smartest lawyers I have ever worked with. I was impressed by the depth of her experience and her openness to using and developing new negotiating techniques. She is one of the few lawyers I know who has mastered the art of staying professional while strongly advocating for her client. She is personable. Not only do I enjoy working with her, I would hire her if I needed an employment lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

2016 Woman of the Year for Law and Justice, Women Works Media Group

2010

Woman of the Year, National Association of Professional and Executive Women

1980

Outstanding Scholarship Award, University of Maryland

1980

Magna Cum Laude, University of Maryland

1980

Dean's List, University of Maryland

1980

Provost's List, University of Maryland

1979

Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, Phi Kappa Phi

1979

John Marshal Pre-Law Honor Society, John Marshall Society

1978

Psi Chi Honor Society, Psi Chi

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Managing Trial Counsel, Hipes Law LlC

2003 - 2007

Of Counsel, Irvin, Stanford & Kessler, LLP

2001 - 2003

Assistant General Counsel, Lockheed Martin Corporation

1999 - 2001

Of Counsel, Securities Arbitration, Page, Gard, Smiley & Bishop

1995 - 1999

Of Counsel, Hipes & Norton, PC

1986 - 1992

Attorney, Vaughan & Murphy

1985 - 1986

Attorney, Savell & Williams

1984 - 1985

Attorney, Bovis, Kyle & Burch

1983 - 1983

Summer Associate, Butler & Binion

1981 - 1981

Administrative Assistant in DC Law Firm, Lathrop, Koontz, Righter, Claggett & Norquist

1975 - 1980

Associate Program Coordinator, NASA Headquarters

Associations

2012 - Present

Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra

Board Member

2012 - Present

Johns Creek-North Fulton Rotary Club

Foundation Chair

2011 - Present

PowerCore-North Fulton

Participation Coordinator

2011 - Present

City of Milton Ethics Panel

Member

2010 - Present

National Employment Lawyers Association

Member, GA

2009 - Present

Johns Creek-North Fulton Rotary Club

Member

2009 - Present

National Association of Professional and Executive Women

Member

2008 - Present

Atlanta Bar Association, Labor and Employment Section

Member

2008 - Present

North Fulton Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce

Member

2008 - Present

Atlanta Bar Association Alternative Dispute Resolution Section

Member

2008 - Present

Atlanta Bar Association, Litigation Section

Member

2007 - Present

Georgia Association of Women Lawyers

Member

2004 - Present

Sisters-in-Law

Member

1984 - Present

Virginia Alumni Association

Member

1984 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

1984 - Present

American Bar Association

Officer

Sample of Legal Cases

Solinet v. Johnson, 280 Ga.App. 227, 633 S.E.2d 626 (2006)

Employer represented by Jeanne Bynum Hipes prevailed in its contention that it was not liable for unemployment benefits where employee repeatedly failed to perform specified duty.

Lockheed Martin Corporation v. Sirius Technologies of America, Inc. and Glenn D. Crowe

Won judgment for $5.64 million in commercial technology dispute.

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Education

1984

University of Virginia School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

University of Maryland, College Park

BA - Bachelor of Arts, magna cum laude

Speaking Engagements

2012

PowerCore Meeting

What To Tell Your Colleagues Who Think They Are About To Get Fired

2011

PowerCore Meeting Help! I've Been Fired!

2010

Rotary Conference

What You Can Do Today To Be Sure You Are Sued Tomorrow

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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