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Donnell Jawan Collins

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 29 years

Workers compensation Lawyer at Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation, Employment & Labor, Medical Malpractice

191 Peachtree Street., Suite 2900, Atlanta, GA

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 29 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1996

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 4 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2022

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 10 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2016

Inactive

No misconduct found

Licensed in Alabama for 14 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 2012

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Hall Booth Smith, P.C.

191 Peachtree Street., Suite 2900, Atlanta, GA, 30303

Hall Booth Smith PC

191 Peachtree Street Suite 2900, Atlanta, GA, 30303

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Donnell Jawan Collins's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Monica | October 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Great Insurance Defense Attorney

I've had the pleasure over the years of working with Donnell on complex, litigated Casualty claims. Donnell possesses a strong understanding of the law and has great attention to detail. Donnell's ability to spot important details and patterns contributed greatly to our successful outcomes. I can'...t recommend Donnell highly enough. His professionalism, expertise, attention to detail, and exceptional communication skills differentiate him from others. If you need Workers' Compensation or Casualty Insurance representation, look no further than Donnell Collins!

Posted by Donald | March 10, 2016 | Workers Compensation

Workers Compensation

I have worked with Donnell to resolve several W.C. claims and he has always shown an experienced and measured approach to resolving not only the immediate claim but also on-going issues with current employee/claimants. He is very knowledgeable and easy to talk with about the company's concerns.

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Donnell Jawan Collins's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Hall

Workers compensation lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"Donnell is a talented attorney. He is high energy and keeps client goals in mind. Excellent!"

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John Parkerson

General practice lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Donnell Collins is well-known as a superb litigator, particularly in the worker's compensation area. My endorsement extends beyond that specialty area, however; as my observation of Mr. Collins is that he is the consummate legal professional. Aside from his expertise, he has the intellectual tools, and social skills, to tackle successfully any legal or business matter that comes his way."

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Donald Benson

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Donnell and I have worked together on several cases with overlapping employment and worker's compensation issues. He has a great grasp of the difficulties employers face dealing with claimants who are also current employees who raise other employment claims for ADA accomodations, FMLA leave and LTD benefits beyond W.C."

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William Mallow

Workers compensation lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"Donnell is an exceptional lawyer, who works diligently and aggressively in defending his client's interests. He has earned a stellar reputation with members of the bench and the bar, and I highly endorse Donnell."

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Michael von Bremen

Workers compensation lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Donnell has demonstrated a high quality of service to his clients."

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Ashik Jahan

Workers compensation lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have worked with Donnell for over eight years, and know him to be an outstanding attorney who is dedicated and hard working, and who vigorously advocates and defends his clients and their interests.."

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Brittany Cone

Workers compensation lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"Having worked with Donnell for almost 8 years, I respect him immensely in his field of practice. Not only is Donnell experienced and hard-working for his clients, he is respectful and thoughtful. I appreciate the opportunity to work with Donnell!"

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Kawania James

Employment and labor lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"Donnell is a fantastic attorney. He is very intelligent, passionate and detail oriented. He takes a genuine interest in each of his cases and always goes the extra mile to serve his clients."

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Todd Robinson

Medical malpractice lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Co-worker

"Donnell is one of the most outstanding lawyers I have ever worked with. He is thoughtful, thorough, and very hard-working. I have no reservations about hiring or recommending Mr. Collins to any of my friends or family."

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Michael von Bremen

Personal injury lawyer

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Ashik Jahan

Workers compensation lawyer

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Todd Robinson

Medical malpractice lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Top 100, The National Black Lawyers Association

2014

Top Lawyers of Georgia, Atlanta Magazine

2014

Top Rated Lawyer 2014 -- Medical Malpractice Law, The American Lawyer & Corporate Counsel

2012

Top Georgia Lawyers, GeorgiaTrend Magazine

2009

The Top Young Lawyers in Georgia, Georgia Super Lawyers

2006

AV, Martindale-Hubbell

1998

National TRIO Achievers Award, NCEOA

1993

The Edward B. Williams Award, Morehouse College

1992

Phi Beta Kappa, Delta of Georgia at Morehouse College

1992

Top Ranking Junior in Banking & Finance, Morehouse College

1988

AA State Basketball Champions, Claxton High School

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Special Assistant to the Attorney General, Office of the Attorney General

2002 - Present

Partner and Shareholder, Hall Booth Smith, P.C.

Associations

2012 - Present

Alabama State Bar

Member

2003 - Present

Lawyers Club of Atlanta

Member

1996 - Present

Phi Delta Phi International Legal Fraternity

Member

1996 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

1998 - 2002

American Bar Association

Member

Education

1996

Emory University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

Morehouse College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

The 70th Annual Workers' Compensation Educational Conference

Navigating the line of co-employment and the difference between concurrent employment.

Languages

English

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