Charles Henry McAleer

Charles Henry McAleer

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 27 years

Car accident Lawyer at Decatur, GA
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Workers Compensation, Personal Injury, Animal & Dog Bites

121 Church Street, Decatur, GA

About Charles

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Car Accident 32%

This practice area includes all sorts of motor vehicle accident injuries including trucking accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian and cycling accidents.

27 years | 1,000 cases

32%
Workers Compensation 32%

This is an area of law that brings me great personal satisfaction. Very often, injured workers suffered the most serious of personal injuries yet are also the most vulnerable to abuse by workers' compensation insurance companies. Also, these cases are also often related to personal injury cases, for instance, if an employee's injury has been caused by a third party.

27 years | 700 cases

32%
Personal Injury 31%

This area of my pracice centers on matters involing non-vehcile injury cases like medical malpractice and premises laibility.

27 years | 300 cases

31%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-45%


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Licenses

Licensed in Alabama for 15 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 2010

Occupational License - Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 27 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1998

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

The McAleer Law Firm, P.C.

121 Church Street, Decatur, GA, 30030

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Charles Henry McAleer's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Tracy | March 13, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Helping the little guy

My situation was not as serious as some, but Charles and Katherine Jackson treated me like I was an important client. Their advice made all the difference in me getting approved for social security disability. Could not have done it without their help.

Posted by Fred | February 4, 2013

Professional, Straight Forward, and Comfortable to Work With

I am so grateful that Charles McAleer took my case after I had a recent auto accident. His experience, advice, and organized approach made our dealings with the insurance company go smoother than I could ever have imagined. The settlement he got for me was more than I expected and he kept me infor...med on every step. Thank You Charles.

Posted by Lauren | November 1, 2011

Had Great Experience

I went to Charles after I was hit in a car accident last year. He, and especially his paralegals, were very considerate and actually cared about me. They helped me BIG time..My stettlement was way more than I could even imagine. They are great about keeping you in the loop and getting your case done ...fast.

Posted by A~Z | February 10, 2011

An Outstanding, Trustworthy Attorney

Charles WON my case. He won my case in the most honest, upstanding, admirable, way. My civil case lasted five years (not to our doing) and Charles stayed in superior communications every step of the way. I was blessed to have him and his staff by my side during this time. I recommend him as an ou...tstanding person & attorney. 110%

Posted by Cindy | February 7, 2011

A Class Act

Charles handled a personal injury suit that was primarily for symptoms that were not simple to demonstrate to the jury. Throughout the case Charles was professional and well prepared. We won an excellent settlement for this type of case.

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Charles Henry McAleer's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Coleman Hengesbach

Unknown lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A recognized attorney amongst his peers."

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Howard Spiva

Unknown lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Charles could be considered the virtuoso of favorable resolutions to auto accident cases. He believes in doing right by his clients, which means no case is too big or too small. He has continuously recovered millions of dollars in settlements for his clients. He’s a family man who has not only made an impact in the law community of the U.S., but also abroad at the University of Trier, Germany. I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Torri

Unknown lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jennifer Goldman

Unknown lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Charles Donahue

Unknown lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I had the pleasure of dealing with and getting to know Charles Mcaleer . He is a top- notch lawyer and a very decent human being. Charles is real and sincere."

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Richard Ryczek

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Charles represented a former client of mine. Although she was very much wronged, the nature of her case was such that a financial recovery would be very difficult, even unlikely. Charles worked hard on her case, took it trial, and earned a verdict that compensated her for every penny of her loss. It was an excellent result that could have only been obtained by a spectacular lawyer. I do not hesitate to recommend Charles Mcaleer."

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Jorge Calil

Car accident lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Other

"a professional who is genuine and will take care of his clients."

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Nathan Woody

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Charles is an excellent attorney who aggressively and professionally represents victims who have been injured. He is well respected in the legal community. I recommend him without hesitation."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Charles. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Kevin Chastine

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had no hesitation referring personal injury matters to Charles and know him to be an excellent attorney."

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Robert Christopher

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Charles is an outstanding attorney who has achieved remarkable jury trial results. Charles is highly skilled in the courtroom and provides excellent representation for his clients."

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Shaun Cade

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Other

"Incredible attorney. Mr. McAleer is unbelievable in front of a jury. I highly recommend him."

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Kimberly Berry

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Mr. McAleer is a phenomenal injury attorney. I was privileged to have the opportunity to try a case with him a few months ago. He made a brilliant argument in closing which lead the jury to make an award of $75,000 in punitive damages to our client. I highly recommend Mr. McAleer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Peer Review Rated 5.0/5.0, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

Recognized, Best Attorneys of America

1994

Civil Procedure, American Jurisprudence

1994

Property, American Jurisprudence

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Managing Partner, The McAleer Law Firm

2000 - 2003

Estate Planning Attorney, MetLife Securities, Inc.

1997 - 1998

Adjunct Professor, University of Trier, Germany

1996 - 2003

Chief General Counsel, Oswald Metzen GmbH

Associations

2010 - Present

Alabama Association for Justice

Member

2005 - Present

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2005 - Present

Atlanta Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

1998 - Present

U.S. District Court Northern District of Georgia

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Father of three killed by falling hoist

$4,000,000 settlement

Wrongful Death

Plaintiff's verdict for nearly $6,000,000

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Education

1996

Emory University

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

The Universtiy of South Carolina

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

1997

Law School

Overview of American Law

Languages

German

Activity

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