Stephen M. Katz

Stephen M. Katz

4.8
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 40 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Marietta, GA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Employment & Labor, Immigration

4799 Olde Towne Parkway, Marietta, GA

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 39 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1986

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 40 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1986

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Stephen M. Katz

4799 Olde Towne Parkway, Marietta, GA, 30068

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Stephen M. Katz's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by JUDY | October 03, 2025 | Lawsuits & Disputes

A Lawyer of Rare Integrity Who Actually Listens and Helps

I’ve been through the wringer with attorneys. I had a case that was overturned in 2019, hired a lawyer who billed me astounding fees and abandoned me and did absolutely nothing. Other lawyers did the same big bills, no results leaving me financially destitute. Eventually, Mr KatzI explained there was... a legal-malpractice angle to pursue, but I’d already spent so much just chasing help. Then I found Mr Katz From the first meeting, I sensed something different. Mr Katz didn’t treat me like a walking wallet or a file number. He took his time, explained everything in real, understandable terms no legalese that left me more confused than before. He was honest about what could and couldn’t be done. He didn’t see me as a “fee” to collect but a person who needed help. Even though there was nothing for him to make money from in my case, he still referred me to the right people, guided me toward resources, and showed me the proper path forward. That kind of integrity is nearly extinct in legal practice. If you are exhausted, hurt, and betrayed by lawyers who promise but don’t deliver, go see this Attorney Mr Katz You’ll get respect, clarity, truth — and a human being who cares about justice more than profit.

Posted by anonymous | April 01, 2025 | Health Care

Excellent professional and human being

I consulted Mr. Katz regarding an urgent healthcare related legal on behalf of a family member. He responded very quickly and was available at any time. He went above and beyond to help us even with a consultation, and did not even push to bill for any services. I really appreciate his level of empat...hy, and although fortunately this issue was resolved and did not progress to the need to hire him, I would consult Mr. Katz again for the his level of professionalism.

Posted by anonymous | November 18, 2014 | Employment & Labor

Knowledgeable with excellent advice

I am a client of Attorney Katz and I have been impressed with his knowledge of the law related to my employment issues. He has provided excellent advice that has helped me to strategize and present my case toward a desired conclusion. Attorney Katz and his staff have been more than accomodating as ...well as professional and friendly. If I need a lawyer in the future, Attorney Katz will be the first one I call.

Posted by Wendy | November 02, 2014 | Medical Malpractice

Katz is the BEST!

Stephen helped with my case that took 3-4 years. He & his team were always available to me. My case was very difficult and required knowledge regarding medical billing and surgical assisting. Stephen was extremely knowledgeable in regards to the particulars of my case, but it also required a lot of ...research as well. Stephen got it - he completly understood my needs. I can't say enough about how wonderful and powerful Stephen is. He is very comforting and very protective of his clients. I knew from day one I was in good hands with Stephen M. Katz.

Posted by mike | October 30, 2014 | Employment & Labor

Katz Law is the best

Stephen represented me for 15 months on a Labor Law case. It was such a relief to have Stephen's guidance during the entire ordeal. It was extremely stressful and I had no idea how much time would be involved in the whole process. Stephen's ability to listen and understand the details of the case ...were very reassuring. I am thankful every day for calling the Katz Law firm about the case. I would use Stephen for any situation in the future and recommend Stephen to family and friends. This case became drawn out with many schedule changes. Stephen was responsive at all times. At one point he participated in a late night emergency conference call with my wife and I. I was traveling on family business and there were some questions that needed to be resolved immediately. It was always easy to get answers from Stephen and the staff. This was a nerve-wracking ordeal and the support and knowledge of Stephen and all the members of the staff were invaluable. After our first conversation it was obvious Stephen understood the intricacies of the situation and would make decisions with excellent judgement. I would not hesitate to seek Stephen's advice on any situation.

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Robert Arkin

Litigation lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I’ve known Steve Katz for 25 years. Steve is a person you can count on who steps up to the plate. I have known him both as an opposing counsel and as a client. Trust me, facing Steve as an adversary is no picnic. He is a zealous and tenacious advocate for his clients. Steve also represented me personally in a lawsuit he filed many years ago on my behalf to obtain stock options, cash compensation, and other benefits to which I was entitled. Although the defendant in my lawsuit hired the prominent law firm of King & Spalding to represent them, Steve successfully negotiated an excellent settlement on my behalf. I happily endorse him."

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Robert Arkin

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1997 - Present

President, The Katz Law Group

1991 - 1997

Associate Attorney, Rowe, Foltz & Martin, P.C.

Associations

1986 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

1986 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

1986 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Georgia Commission on Equal Opportunity

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

Franklin v. Gwinnett County Public Schools, 969 F.2d 617 (11th Cir. 1990) reversed 503 U.S. 60 (1992)

Peretz v. Cohn, No. A16A1723 (Ga. Ct. App. Mar. 7, 2017)

Wagner v. Daewoo Heavy Industries America, 314 F.3d 541 (11th Cir. 2002)(en banc)

United States of America ex rel Nancy C. Locklear v. The Hospital Authority of Floyd County

Quarles v. Hamler, 652 Fed. Appx. 792 (11th Cir. 2016)

Lathem v. Dept of Children and Youth Servs., 172 Fad 786, 792 (11th Cir.1999)

Walker v. Ryder Truck Rental, Inc., 122 F.3d 1079 (11th Cir. 1997)

Spivey v. Elliott, 29 F.3d 1522 (11th Cir. 1994)

Walker v. Internal Revenue Service

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Education

1987

Georgia State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

Mercer University-W. George L.S.

Speaking Engagements

2016

Sexual Harassment in Education

Litigation Under TItle IX

2015

The Fair Labor Standards Act

Handling on FLSA Overtime Claim From Start to Finish

2014

Social Media

Issues and Challenges

Publications

1995

The Verdict, Journal of Georgia Trial Lawyers Association Same Sex Sexual Harassment: Is it Actionable

1994

The Verdict, Journal of Georgia Trial Lawyers Association Sexual Harassment in Employee and Education

Languages

English

French

Hebrew

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