Meredith Jean Carter

Meredith Jean Carter

4.2
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 22 years

Discrimination Lawyer at Smyrna, GA
Practice Areas: Discrimination, Employment & Labor, Sexual Harassment, Arbitration

2690 Cobb Pkwy SE Ste A5 294, Smyrna, GA

About Meredith

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Discrimination 65%

I represent victims of employment discrimination and harassment: race, disability, pregnancy, gender, national origin, religion, age, and retaliation; and medical leave violations.

65%
Employment and Labor 20%

Non-Compete Agreements; Severance Agreements; Department of Labor hearings; Employment Contracts; and Georgia Whistleblower claims

18 years | 55 cases

20%
Sexual Harassment 10%

I represent victims of sexual harassment and retaliation in the workplace. This includes claims under state law when physical contact is involved.

18 years | 20 cases

10%
Arbitration 5%

Sometimes employees have signed arbitration agreements. This means instead of filing a case in court, it will be filed and litigated in arbitration as long as there is a valid arbitration agreement.

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

35%-50%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 17 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2008

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Alabama for 22 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 2003

Occupational License - Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

M. Carter Law LLC

2690 Cobb Pkwy SE Ste A5 294, Smyrna, GA, 30080-3001

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Meredith Jean Carter's Reviews

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4.2 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | April 27, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

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

Ms. Carter- Prompt & Helpful

I really liked Ms. Carter's promptness / courtesy in responding to my message. Although she does not represent in my district, she had stated what she needed and was straight to the point. Further- more, Ms. Carter provided referrals and contact information. Thank you!

Posted by Bartholomew | July 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent attorney

Ms. Carter has assisted me with a number of legal issues. She has a vast knowledge of employment law and I have seen her doggedly fight for what is right. She has always provided me with clear and consistent communication about the issues and status with the case. She is always open and honest about ...any situation that has come up and she isn't afraid to let you know the truth. But even if it's bad news she has always been able to come up with a workable solution. I would not hesitate to hire Ms. Carter if I have any employment related issues in the future. I really appreciate all she has done for me as an attorney.

Posted by Summer | July 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very Detailed

I would recommend Ms. Carter to anyone who needs a great employment lawyer or civil lawyer. She had to do massive amounts of research for my case in order for all the facts to stand out. She is extremley thorough and truly cared about my situatuion. I felt as if she had a clear understanding of my... case and fought untill we won.

Posted by anonymous | June 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Abusive and neglectful

When I initially consulted with Miss Carter, she immediately took my case stating that I had a very strong one. Upon her request, I gave her a full and super organized file of a timeline of the events pertaining to my situation. For seven months, I never heard from her until I decided to check on th...e status of my case. She was unreachable. When she finally answered her phone, I was shocked by her response. Out of the blue, in a very unprofessional and rude way, she yelled at me “YOU HAVE A VERY STRONG ACCENT, I CAN’T UNDERSTAND YOU.” Miss Carter, being an employment lawyer, should know better. A speech characteristic is one of the protected classes in the employment place. A few weeks later, she told me that the EEOC had responded and she wanted me to do the work instead of her taking care of the matter as the appointed lawyer. She kempt me in the dark by not communicating. Two weeks after that, the EEOC had issued the Right to Sue. Miss Carter emailed me to let me know that she had withdrawn from my case hence making me lose 2 weeks from the deadline. I eventually lost the whole case.

Meredith Carter

Replied last September 22, 2016

I'm sorry you feel this way. After I received the Right to Sue from the EEOC, I tried to call, text and email you. I never received a response back, and one of the numbers I had on file for you was disconnected. In addition, I sent you your entire file so you could hire another attorney immediately without losing unnecessary time. Again, I'm sorry you had a bad experience, as this is not something that I normally hear from clients, as I strive for the utmost client satisfaction in every case. Please contact me directly to discuss your specific concerns. Meredith Carter

Posted by anonymous | April 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Passionate Advocate

I have worked with Meredith for several years where she has represented me on a case of workplace discrimination. If you need an attorney who will be your tireless advocate, she is the one. In my case, she has refused to be intimidated by big company tactics and delays. She 100% believes in what is ...right, and passionately goes after it. Meredith is very direct in her communication style, so you always know where you stand., even if you may not like the message. Although my case has not been concluded, I know I selected the right attorney for me. I have a tremendous amount of confidence in her abilities and work ethic.

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Meredith Jean Carter's Lawyer Endorsements

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Melissa Cefalu

Unknown lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"It is clear from Meredith's responses on AVVO that she is a knowledgeable and capable advocate who cares about her clients. I endorse this attorney."

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Peter Morgan

Employment and labor lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A review of the nearly six hundred answers that Ms. Carter has posted on this forum so far shows that she is quick to cut to the heart of a matter, provides great advice, and is willing to advocate for employees in a wide range of employment discrimination, harassment, and retaliation situations. I would not hesitate to direct anyone seeking a plaintiff's labor and employment attorney to call Ms. Carter."

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Jack Rosenberg

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Meredith for over a decade and am familiar with her excellent work. She is an outstanding attorney who cares deeply about her clients and obtaining justice for them. I endorse her with the highest recommendation."

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Marcus Keegan

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Meredith is a tenacious attorney who will go the extra mile for her clients."

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Paul Sharman

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Meredith for all Labor and Employment matters. She works hard for her clients and has a great understanding of the law."

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Allan Armstrong

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Meredith worked under my supervision overseeing complex litigation. If I have someone in the Atlanta area with an employment claim, she is the go to lawyer. She will not let you down. She is hardworking and 100% trustworthy. Please give her a call if you have an employment question."

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Anna Hart

Discrimination lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Peter Morgan

Business lawyer

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Jack Rosenberg

Wrongful termination lawyer

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Marcus Keegan

Employment and labor lawyer

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Steven Wolfe

Employment and labor lawyer

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Allan Armstrong

Consumer protection lawyer

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Benjamin Kandy

Employment and labor lawyer

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Jaime Duguay

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Owner, M. CARTER LAW LLC

Associations

2016 - Present

Atlanta Bar Association, Women in the Profession Section

Board Member

2015 - Present

Georgia Association for Women Lawyers

Member

2010 - Present

National Employment Lawyers Association (Georgia chapter)

Lunch & Learn Committee

2010 - Present

Atlanta Bar Association, Labor and Employment Section

Member

2009 - Present

State Bar of Georgia, Labor and Employment Law Section

Member

2008 - Present

Atlanta Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Fair Labor Standards Act

Won at trial

Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia

On appeal

Phoenix v Cobb County

Trial Set for April 2017

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Education

2003

Cumberland L.S./Samford

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

Auburn University

BA,

Speaking Engagements

2018

Sexual Harassment Claims in the #MeToo Era

#MeToo Movement

2018

Plaintiff and Defense Perspective of #MeToo Movement

#MeToo Movement

Publications

2017

Law 360 EEOC Intervenes in Appeal

2014

Atlanta Journal Constiution Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia,

2014

The Newnan Times-Herald Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia

2014

Fulton County Daily Report Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia

Languages

English

Activity

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