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A respected problem-solver & lawyer/mediator. A member of the Christian Legal Society; National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives; Georgia Trial Lawyers Association; American Association for Justice; and is a past chairman of the Workers’ Compensation Advisory Council, Legislative Subcommittee. Selected as a 2017 "Georgia Super Lawyer," rated an AV Preeminent Lawyer rating in Martindale Hubbell (their highest rating in legal ability and ethical standards) and Top Lawyer - GA. Selected as a National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyer, Premier 100 Civil Trial Attorney, Personal Injury 10 Best Attorneys for Client Satisfaction (Georgia), a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Order of the Barristers, and the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals.
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202 Carrollton Street, Suite 108, P.O. Box 1140, Bremen, GA, 30110
28 Client Reviews
Showing 6 - 10 of 10 reviews | Character & Conduct
Posted by Robert | March 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Garner and Staff
The due diligence provided by Atty Garner and his staff was above and beyond perfection. From receptionist to Atty Garner, there was a personal attitude that was friendly, honest and very intelligent. They worked with me from start to finish with respect and understanding. They helped with any questi...
Thank you Robert. Your case reminds me of Country Lawyer Lesson #3: Good clients + good facts + hard work and good preparation + good/fair decision maker = good result. We are both humbled and challenged by your comments. Getting justice for our clients is sometimes a slow and frustrating process, but when we see deserving folks like you get it, we know all the time and effort is worth it. We cannot guarantee results, but we do guarantee we will be well prepared and present the best case we can. We also always want to make sure our clients are well prepared for their day in court. It was our honor to represent you, and it was a privilege to get to know you and your family. Thank you for your kind words, and even more importantly - thank you for your service!
Posted by Sandy | February 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Accident Settlement
Mr. Garner was able to get a substantial settlement for me after a car accident in which I was injured and my automobile was totaled. Both he and his staff did a great job and are so nice to work with. I really appreciate the work they did for me and would definitely recommend them.
Thank you, Sandy. It was our pleasure to assist you. We try to treat our clients the way we would want to be treated. In every case we strive to show our clients respect, compassion and attentiveness. I hope that was your experience. If we can be of assistance to you in the future, please give us a call.
Posted by Paula | February 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Car Wreck
We hit a Full size lifted pickup truck at 50mph when he turned left in front of us on the bypass in Carrollton. Both vehicle were totaled. Grandson and I were both taken by ambulance. No life threatening injuries surprisingly, considering our little car to his big truck but still several months of th...
Thank you, Paula, for taking the time to tell your story. I am glad we were able to help your family through the run around people often get from the insurance companies. I am also glad the ladies in my office were able to keep you informed and answer your questions whenever I was out of the office. They have all been with me a long time and can usually address your questions. But when they cannot, I strive to reply to your communications within one business day of receipt, whether it is by phone call, e-mail, text or meeting with you in person. And I understand it is hard for people who are working to get in to see me during our regular hours, so I try to be flexible and meet after hours or on Saturdays. We try to go the extra mile for all our clients because we know there are lots of attorneys to choose from and we always want to make you glad you chose us.
Posted by Benjamin | March 02, 2015 | Workers Compensation
Workmans Compensation Case
I was injured at work and got the usual run around from my employer. Stephen E. Garner was very helpful in getting my situation settled in a timely manner. I didn't know my options before consulting Mr. Garner. As it turns out I needed a second surgery and the company doctors where not cooperating. L...
Posted by Kathryn | February 20, 2015 | Mediation
Review of Colleague
I have worked on cases with Stephen for over twenty years now. Stephen is an intelligent, honest and diligent attorney. He always returns my calls promptly and is honest with me about his position on our cases and his client's conditions. I have used Stephen as a mediator on cases too with success. I...
"Having worked against Stephen for nearly 22 years, I can say with certainty that his advocacy and trial skills are above reproach! Stephen knows the law and is always very-well prepared - so are his clients! He's a worthy adversary in every regard. He's also trustworthy and honest - his word is his bond. He's definitely a "go-to" man in your time of need. I respect him immensely!"
"Each time that Stephen has mediated a workers' compensation case for me, I have been extremely satisfied with the outcome. His expertise in the areas of Workers' Compensation Law and Social Security Disability law make him uniquely well-suited for mediating Catastrophic injury cases where Medicare Set-Aside issues always arise. Stephen has a calm temperament which immediately puts all parties at ease. He is very intuitive and he has repeatedly proven to me that he can tenaciously tackle complex issues and guide all parties towards a successful resolution of their claims."
"I fully endorse Stephen in the areas of personal injury, SSI, worker's comp., and social security disability. Stephen is well known locally and across the state as an ethical, competent, and results oriented attorney. Stephen is a good, Christian man who's faith has greatly assisted him in developing such a successful law practice and in helping thousands of clients who have been in need."
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Estate planning lawyer
Workers compensation lawyer
Insurance lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2017
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters business
2016
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
America's Most Honored Professionals - Top 1%, American Registry
2015
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2015
Top Rated Lawyer - Georgia, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Premier 100 Civil Trial Attorney, American Academy of Trial Attorneys
2015
10 Best Attorneys for Client Satisfaction - GA, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1983 - Present
Lawyer, Murphy & Garner, LLC
2015 - Present
Expert NetworkExpert Network Distinguished Lawyer
2014 - Present
Million Dollar Advocates ForumMember
2009 - Present
The National Academy of Distinguished NeutralsMember
2008 - Present
Nat. Org. of Social Security Claimants’ RepresentativesMember
1983 - Present
Georgia Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1982 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2002 - 2002
Governor’s Workers’ Compensation Advisory CommissionMember
2001 - 2001
Governor’s Workers’ Compensation Review CommissionMember
1996 - 1997
State Bar of Georgia, Workers' Compensation Law SectionPast Chairman
1992 - 2008
Georgia State Board of Workers’ Compensation Advisory Council, Legislative SubcommitteeChairman
1989 - 1989
Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, Workers Compensation SectionPast Chairman
Settlement of $700,000.00
Confidential settlement in excess of $1,250,000.00
Settled for $933,000.00
$240,000.00 (plus life-time medical treatment) settlement of WC case, $65,000.00 settlement of personal injury case
1983
JD - Juris Doctor
1979
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2012
“Making Mediations Work for You: Adjusting the Adjuster’s Perspective”
2012
"Mediation Magic: How to Snatch Settlement from the Jaws of a Looming Impasse"
2015
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