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also known as Mike Russ, Jr.
After graduating from Emory University School of Law, Mike started his career in a large, international law firm, where he saw how the scales of justice could be skewed against those it is meant to protect. In early 2019, Mike took his first pro bono case in his hometown of Hagerstown, Maryland, and fought for people and causes he truly believes it. This case was the catalyst for The Russ Firm, LLC – a law firm built on fighting for people and the desire for change in the legal landscape.
Mike is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, which is one of the most prestigious groups of trial lawyers in the United States. Membership is limited to attorneys who have won million and multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements. Fewer than 1% of U.S. lawyers are members. Mike has also been recognized by Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America, and recognized as one of the Top 40 Under 40 Lawyers by the National Black Lawyers and National Trial Lawyers. He has also been recognized as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers, and one of the Top 10 lawyers under 40 by the National Academy of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
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Acquired: 2022
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Acquired: 2017
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101 Marietta Street NW, Suite 3340, Atlanta, GA, 30303
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Posted by Johnny | December 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
The best of the best
Mike Russ has been a really good help throughout my whole civil case. He never let me down and did everything he said he was going to do to get me and my family the best outcome. I truly appreciate him, he not only makes you feel like a client but he also makes sure your respected and cared about lik...
Posted by Kayra | October 24, 2020
Treats you like Family!!!!
Great experience overall having Mike as my attorney. Mike understands his client, very insightful and is an expert in his field. Truly a professional and marvelous individual
Posted by Michael | October 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Partnership
Russ Firm helped me navigate through a business matter
Mike Russ helped me navigate through a series of business issues I was having with a business partnership. I needed help figuring out how to reverse out of a contract due to false information given to me before executing the contract. He helped me get out of it without any stress. He was very knowled...
Posted by Antoine | October 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
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Mike is not an ordinary attorney. He saved my life when the system tried to take advantage of me. Not only is he a great attorney, he is a great person with a passionate work ethic that has surpassed any lawyer that has fought for me. I put my life in his hands and he continues to help me evolve as a...
Posted by Lancet | June 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney
AMAZING
Michael was very understanding wonderful to work with and you can tell he did everything he could to help my situation would recommend for anyone
"Near the top of our field when it comes to his legal expertise, and he is just getting started. Highly recommended for Criminal Law and Personal Injury!"
"I’ve known Mike for years and he is an exceptional attorney. I’ve had the pleasure of working with him on various matters. He is very skilled and hard working, and I can easily say I’d recommend him to anyone."
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2025
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2024
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers
2020
Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers
2019
Top 40 Under 40 Lawyers in Georgia, The National Black Lawyers
2020 - Present
Attorney, The Russ Firm, LLC
2018 - 2020
Attorney, Clyde Co US LLP
2017 - 2018
Associate Attorney, Goodman McGuffey LLP
2020 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2019 - Present
Georgia Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Lamar American Inn of Court
2016 - Present
American Bar Association, Medicine and Law CommitteeMember
2014 - Present
Atlanta Bar Association
2016 - 2017
American Bar Association, Medicine and Law CommitteeVice Chair
The case remained in the juvenile court and the defendant was sentenced to only a 6-month behavioral modification program.
All felonies charges were dropped.
All felonies charges were dropped.
A favorable settlement was reached before a lawsuit was filed.
2017
JD - Juris Doctor
2021
How Our Legal System Protects Police Accused of Wrongdoing and What We Can Do About It
2020
Adversity
2020
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