Kenneth Ray Bernard Jr.

Kenneth Ray Bernard Jr.

also known as Ken Bernard

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 36 years

Car accident Lawyer at Douglasville, GA
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accident, Wrongful Death ... +2 more

Douglasville Office, 8470 Price Avenue, Douglasville, GA

About Kenneth

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Car Accident 20%

You never expect to get into an auto accident when driving to work or taking your child to school. However, these are exactly the times when people get into auto accidents. If you get into an auto accident and suffer an injury, it could seriously affect your life. Instead of shouldering the burden of your injuries yourself, consider holding the individual responsible for your injury to account. The Douglasville law firm of Sherrod & Bernard, P.C. will gladly represent your interests.

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Government 20%

Trial lawyer with over 25 years experience handling special matters, civil litigation, and government relations. Experience includes litigation involving injury claims, human resources and employment claims, and insurance claims.

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Motorcycle Accident 20%

As any motorcyclist will tell you, riding a motorcycle is a lot of fun. However, it's also considerably more dangerous than driving a typical passenger vehicle. Motorcyclists are not protected by seatbelts, airbags, windshields, and steel roofs, and even relatively small accidents can cause severe injuries. Sherrod & Bernard, P.C. of Douglasville can help ensure that you receive fair compensation after a painful motorcycle accident.

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Personal Injury 20%

If you need a Douglasville personal injury lawyer for a car, truck or motorcycle accident, be sure to contact us today to schedule your free consultation. You will meet with our skilled attorneys in our office and begin to dissect the elements of your case. At Sherrod & Bernard, we help good people throughout West Georgia pursue their rights and hold responsible parties accountable for their actions.

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Wrongful Death 20%

Have you lost a loved one due to the negligence of others? At Sherrod & Bernard, our Douglasville personal injury lawyers are here to help you get through this difficult time and secure the compensation you deserve for your loss. Let us help you recover from your loss and recover the justice your loved one deserves!

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

33%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 36 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1989

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Sherrod & Bernard, P.C.

Douglasville Office, 8470 Price Avenue, Douglasville, GA, 30134-4531

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Kenneth Ray Bernard Jr.'s Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

67 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Charles | February 04, 2015 | Personal Injury

I am very happy with the customer service and kindness

I was in my work vehicle when a Dodge Ram failed to obey the traffic control device and struck me. I sustained a fractured sternum as a result of the accident. I contacted Ken Bernard to help me on what to do regarding medical bills, health insurance, and insurance companies. Ken and his legal team a...ssisted me every way they could. We received a great settlement from the insurance carrier and I am very happy with the customer service and kindness I received at Sherrod & Bernard.

Posted by anonymous | October 18, 2013 | Personal Injury

They took all the stress off of us

My vehicle was hit head-on on I-20 where I sustained severe injuries and underwent back surgery. When medical bills began to pile up I was advised to seek legal counsel with Ken Bernard. His assistant, Hannah Field, assured me from the start that I was to concentrate on my recovery and that she and M...r. Bernard would handle everything else, and that they did! Mr. Bernard and Hannah completely took over the case in a professional, yet very personal matter; taking the worry off of us. They kept us informed every step of the way, handled all of the details and told us realistically what to expect in the settlement. Mr. Bernard and Hannah Field got my wife a cash settlement above and beyond what I expected, but what she deserved. They took all the stress off of us by dealing with the at-fault insurance company, medical bills, liens, loss of wages in a most professional but very personal manner. We greatly appreciate all Ken and Hannah did for us and highly recommend their legal team to anyone with a personal injury claim. Thank you Ken and Hannah.

Posted by Fay | May 29, 2013

The group as a whole has made my healing possible.

The law group of Sherrod & Bernard has put my life back on track. The work of Hannah Field and her professional care and detail of finance and personal concern, excellent!! Mr. Bernard’s work effort and care for his clients is very much above and beyond. The group as a whole has made my healing possi...ble.

Posted by Doyle | May 21, 2013 | Personal Injury

maximized my insurance recovery

I was rear-ended in my work truck when a truck hit me. I treated with an orthopaedic surgeon, underwent back surgery, and a nerve block. Ken Bernard, John Sherrod, and the whole legal team at Sherrod & Bernard handled my case with care and proficiency. We were able to receive the at-fault driver’s po...licy limits, my personal uninsured motorist policy limits, and my employer’s uninsured motorist policy limits. The Sherrod & Bernard legal team maximized my insurance recovery, handled my medical bills and liens, and relieved me from stress and worry as I recovered. I highly recommend this firm for any legal needs, specifically personal injury claims.

Posted by Richard | April 30, 2013 | Wills & Living Wills

A Plaintiff's Pitbull!!!

Having seen a handful of attorneys in various settings, I thought I knew what to expect from Ken Bernard... I WAS WRONG! He represented me in mediating a case involving the fabrication of a last will and testament proported to be that of my deceased mother, as well as the forging of her signature on... that document as well as a revocation of a Power of Attorney and the execution of a new Power of Attorney. In meetings and phone conversations, Ken was outstandingly supportive, as I was only 22 years old when my mother had died of brain cancer. Ken Bernard said, "I am going to take your case because I like you and I don't like what has happened here!" From the moment the "bell rang" to begin mediation, I saw the chain break, releasing Ken Bernard's INCREDIBLE ability to litigate! His performance in that conference room was unlike any I had ever witnessed or imagined. Ken went straight at the heart of the matter with relentless and intelligent proficieny, and ultimately brought forth unprecedented leverage against the opposing party! However, it was while considering settlement that Ken Bernard struck a nerve in a way I will never forget. Our retainer agreement had been an initial retainer and a contigency (which stood to be substantially more money than the retainer). As I sat in his office, debating on whether to settle, Ken said to me, "...I have seen cases like this drag on for years in court. You are a young man. If you want to settle and move on with your life, I WILL WAVE MY CONTIGENCY!" I could hardly believe that the compassionate person that sat before me was the same "pitbull" I had just witnessed annihilate the opposing party! I ended up settling that day and moving on with my life.... Ten years later, my life's path has led me to law school, with aspirations of becoming an attorney like Kenneth R. Bernard Jr. While enrolling in law school, I called Ken for advice. Once again, he went above and beyond and helped me understand what to expect while expressing his confidence that I, myself, will be an outstanding lawyer! I am working hard to be a good attorney... as well as an individual as outstanding as Mr. Bernard.

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Kenneth Ray Bernard Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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John Barrett

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Ken Bernard for many years. He is an outstanding trial attorney who focuses his practice on personal injury, car accident, and wrongful death cases. He and his firm are excellent at what they do. I have referred cases to him and he gets great results. I highly endorse Ken Bernard."

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Michael Hubbard

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ken Bernard is a knowledgeable, experienced attorney that consistently obtains strong results. I don't hesitate to refer friends and family to him for all of their civil law needs."

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R. Starrett

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Kenny is an experienced and well respected lawyer. I highly recommend him."

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Allen Trapp

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ken knows what he is doing and is the one attorney in Douglas County to whom I would refer a friend or family member who needs a personal injury lawyer to take a case to trial. He likes juries, and they like him."

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Jason Swindle

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kenneth Bernard is an excellent attorney serving the west Georgia and metro area. He has an excellent reputation with his fellow lawyers and judges. Kenneth also is known for his solid commitment to zealous representation of his clients. His military background prepared him well for the tough cases that he takes on. I fully endorse Kenneth Bernard."

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Ernest Napier

Government lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ken is a great attorney who does a tremendous amount to help out the people in his community. He is very respected and any organization or individual should be delighted to call Ken Bernard their attorney."

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R. Cade Parian

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ken's abilities and reputation far exceed many trial attorneys in the personal injury arena. His quick and honest judgment make his case review skills unparalleled. The interpersonal relationship developed between himself and his client is rare among attorneys. Ken is not only a colleague, but a mentor of mine"

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Sonja Cox

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Of all the attorneys I've ever worked with, Ken Bernard is the most capable, effective, with the best manner, that I've ever known. He was an outstanding mentor, boss and colleague for me in local government law, and has been a friend and colleague since I was in law school at UGA starting in 1997. I would, and do, recommend Ken to anyone looking for a lawyer in any of his practice areas. The best of the best."

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William Cable

Litigation lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Ken on multiple matters in the past 20 years and know him to be a highly competent, skilled litigator."

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James Newsome

Education lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer with great enthusiasm. Ken has a keen intellect and a passionate belief in the law. An excellent lawyer and colleague."

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James Johnson

Wrongful death lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ken was opposing counsel on a complicated wrongful death matter. He did an outstanding job for his clients. His experience in personal injury and wrongful death claims really made a difference in that case."

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Woodrow Vaughan

Public finance and tax exempt finance lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ken is an excellent advocate for governmental issuers of tax-exempt bonds in Georgia. He understands the needs of his clients and keys in on the important issues involving governmental finance."

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John Barrett

Family lawyer

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Michael Hubbard

Criminal defense lawyer

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R. Cade Parian

Litigation lawyer

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Allen Trapp

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jason Swindle

Criminal defense lawyer

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William Cable

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

1999

Circle K International, Emory Award

1999

Georgia Distinguished Leadership Recipient, Kiwanis

1999

Georgia F. Hixson Fellowship Award, Georgia F. Hixson Fellowship

1997

Outstanding Kiwanian, Kiwanian

1996

Outstanding Kiwanian, Kiwanian

1992

Navy Achievement Medal, USMC

1992

Meritorious Unit Commendation, USMC

1990

National Defense Service Medal, USMC

Work Experience

1992 - Present

Managing Partner, Sherrod & Bernard

1987 - 1996

JAG, United States Marine Corps

Associations

2012 - Present

Southern Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2012 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Board of Governors

2010 - Present

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2008 - Present

West Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2005 - Present

Metro Atlanta County Attorneys Association

Member

2005 - Present

Douglas County, Ga.

County Attorney

1993 - Present

Marine Corps Association of Georgia Lawyers

Member

1992 - Present

Douglas County Chamber of Commerce

Member

1990 - Present

U.S. Court of Military Appeals

1989 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

1989 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1989 - Present

United States District Court Northern District of Georgia

1989 - Present

The United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit

1989 - Present

Superior and State Courts of Georgia

1989 - Present

The Georgia Court of Appeals

1989 - Present

Supreme Court of Georgia

1989 - Present

Douglas County Bar Association

Member

2013 - 2014

Executive and Compensation Committee of the University System of Georgia Board of Regents

Member

2011 - 2012

Internal Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee of University System of Georgia Board of Regents

Chairman

2010 - 2011

Health Professions and Education Committee of the University System of Georgia Board of Regents

Chairman

2010 - 2013

University System of Georgia Foundation, Inc.

Chairman, Board of Trustees

2008 - 2014

National Association of College and University Attorneys

Member

2008 - 2010

Organization and Law Committee of the University System of Georgia Board of Regents

Chairman

2007 - 2014

Board of Regents, University System of Georgia

Regent

2003 - 2007

Georgia Regional Transportation Authority

Board Member, Vice Chairman

2003 - 2007

Governor's Development Council

Member

1998 - 2009

Douglas County Board of Education

General Counsel

1998 - 1999

Chapel Hills Golden K of Kiwanis

Founder and Charter Member

1998 - 1999

Georgia District of Kiwanis International

Past Distinguished Lieutenant Governor, Division 20

1998 - 2009

Georgia Council of School Attorneys

Member

1998 - 2009

National Association of School Attorneys

Member

1996 - 1997

Douglas County Kiwanis Club

Past Distinguished President

1995 - 2003

Seventh Congressional District Military Academy Review Board

Member

1994 - 1995

Eagle Club of Douglas County

Charter Member

1994 - 1995

Marine Corps Association of Georgia Lawyers

Past Chairman

Sample of Legal Cases

Assisted Living Burn

Confidential

Rear-end Accident

$175,000.00

Fractured Tooth

Confidential

Serious Car Accident

Confidential

Wrongful Death

Confidential

Carroll County DUI Accident

Confidential

DUI Auto Accident

Confidential

Rear-ended by a DUI driver

Confidential

Mother and Son Injured in Car Collision

Confidential

Serious Injury Car Accident

Confidential

DUI Car Wreck

Confidential

Tractor Trailer Wreck

Confidential

Misfilled Prescription Injury

Confidential

Wrongful Death Car Accident

$1,000,000.00

Wrongful Death Motorcycle Accident

Confidential

Car Accident with DUI Hit and Run Driver

Confidential

Truck Accident

$850,000.00

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Education

1993

Leadership Douglas

1990

U.S. Naval Justice School

1989

University of Georgia School of Law

Juris Doctor

1989

U.S. Marine Corps, The Basic School (TBS)

1987

U.S. Marine Corps Officer Candidate School

1986

University of Georgia

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Winter Commencement Commencement Speaker

2012

Georgia Highlands College Commencement Speaker

2012

Fall Commencement Commencement Speaker

2010

University of West Georgia Commencement Speaker

2010

The State of Education in Georgia Conference Perspective on Higher Education

Publications

2014

Sherrod & Bernard (April) Sherrod & Bernard Newsletter

2013

Sherrod & Bernard Quarterly (June) Sherrod & Bernard Newsletter

2013

Sherrod & Bernard Quarterly (March) Sherrod & Bernard Newsletter

2013

Sherrod & Bernard Quarterly (September) Sherrod & Bernard Newsletter

2013

Sherrod & Bernard Quarterly (December) Sherrod & Bernard Newsletter

2012

Sherrod & Bernard Quarterly (May) Sherrod & Bernard Newsletter

2012

Sherrod & Bernard Quarterly (December) Sherrod & Bernard Newsletter

2012

Sherrod & Bernard Quarterly (August) Sherrod & Bernard Newsletter

2011

Sherrod & Bernard Quarterly (February) Sherrod & Bernard Newsletter

2011

Sherrod & Bernard Quarterly (June) Sherrod & Bernard Newsletter

2011

Sherrod & Bernard Quarterly (September) Sherrod & Bernard Newsletter

2011

Sherrod & Bernard Quarterly (December) Sherrod & Bernard Newsletter

2010

Sherrod & Bernard Quarterly (Spring) Sherrod & Bernard Newsletter

2010

Sherrod & Bernard Quarterly (Summer) Sherrod & Bernard Newsletter

2010

Sherrod & Bernard Quarterly (Christmas) Sherrod & Bernard Newsletter

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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