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Richard Stephen Griffin

Personal injury Attorney at Atlanta, GA

4.1   24 reviews
  • Licensed for 28 years
    State GA
    Acquired 1994
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Richard S. Griffin, Esq. is the Atlanta personal injury attorney responsible for founding the Griffin Law Firm, P.C. Since 1995, his private practice has been dedicated to helping victims of car accidents, truck accidents, work accidents, and so much more recover the compensation they both need and deserve. Attorney Griffin received his law degree from the Georgia State College of Law where he served as president of the Student Trial Lawyers Association in 1993 and 1994. During his time in law school, the aspiring attorney interned at The State Board of Workers’ Compensation, during which time he learned invaluable information about workplace accidents and workers’ comp that he still uses in his practice today. Currently, the lawyer is a member of the American Association for Justice, Strathmore’s Who’s Who, the State Bar of Georgia, and the American Bar Association. He is also a champion member of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association. Attorney Griffin is licensed to practice in the Supreme Court of Georgia, the Court of Appeals of Georgia, the Superior Court of Georgia, the Federal Court – Northern District, and the Georgia State Board of Workers’ Compensation.

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4.1 / 5.0
  24 customer reviews
Posted by Charlotte | August 10, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
A Truly Honest and Fair Attorney
After a car accident, surgeries, and nerve damage I had given up on my case after being told by an litigation firm that my medical bills were so high that I wouldn't get anything from the settlement. I felt as though I had no choice but to accept what I was told; over six months had passed. I had no idea Richard Griffin had inquired about my case, stepped in, took back my case, and negotiated all the medical bills. Within 30days or so he had a check for me over $25,000! If you want fair treatment, if you don't want to lose sleep wondering if you chose the right attorney, and if you want to feel confident that your attorney really does care about you and your case then you need to call Richard Griffin. Without question, if it wasn't for Mr. Griffin I wouldn't have received anything from the settlement. Thank you so much Mr. Griffin for working so hard on my case and looking out for my best interests.
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Posted by Christopher | September 6, 2016
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Fighting hard
He fought hard for me and even dicounted me on his fee so that i was satisfied with my settlement What lawer does that? I recommend anyone to call Griffin
Posted by Roderick | August 18, 2016
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Happy and Pleased
I would like to express my true appreciation to the Griffin firm, and a special thank you to clandra. This young l can not express the stress she removed from me as of day one. She had limitation to deal with in the handling of my case. I am and was very please in the way she listen to my concerns and that of the way she complaints. She offer options, and ensure a quick transition is helping me to manage a financial set back l was experiencing. Thank you again to the Griffin Law Firm,, you will get all my referrals. Sign, Roderick
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Posted by anonymous | August 11, 2016
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The Law Mattered, So Did I
After our accident, my son and I needed help. Though he received the ticket, the at-fault driver was making wild accusations to the police. He didn't care that my baby boy and I were injured and that my only transportation was damaged. But, the Griffin Law Firm cared. After one call, I received the consultation and services needed. The law mattered to the Griffin Law Firm - and so did I.
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Posted by John | August 9, 2016
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Personal Injury Lawyer
Mr. Richard Griffin, I hired to handle my personal injury case was the best choice I made to deal with an Insurance company difficult to communicate with and very reluctant to pay their fair share for coverage of my personal injury claim. However, from day one Mr. Griffin & Staff was very professional answering all my questions, explaining the complexity of issues which helped me understand my rights as a plaintiff to a fair settlement. I would like to recommend this law firm to anyone needing a attorney to represent them expecting and receiving the best legal advice money can buy. I am filled with admiration, joy, how my case was completed with fast, honest, accurate results, in which I can live with. I send my thanks to Mr. Richard & Staff for superb, professional service, and a pleasant experience handling my personal injury case. I will use your services again if the need arises.
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Posted by Natalie | August 8, 2016
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Great Firm...
Great firm, timely response... The management team really get back to you with in record time.. My case manager Chandra really easy to work with...
Posted by Stephanie | August 7, 2016
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| Hired Attorney
lawyer review
I hired Griffin Law Firm in a personal injury case.best choice I ever made.professional staff., made case as easy as possible to understand and I recommend them to everyone.if you want things done the right and honest way Griffin Law Firm is the smart choice to make..I an very pleased with the results of my case.
Posted by Alex | August 5, 2016
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The Best Accident Attorney
The Griffin Firm has been outstanding. The have exemplified great patience and understanding of my case. My case manager has always been there to answer any questions that I have and Mr. Griffin has been the driving force to handling what has been a difficult case. I would recommend this firm to everyone
Posted by Vicki | August 2, 2016
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Compassionate and Trustworthy
I was in a pretty bad auto accident last year. I have never been involved in an accident like this and didn't know how to proceed to make sure I was covered in the event of future complications resulting from the accident. A friend of mine told me about The Richard Griffin Law Firm. He had just seen a report on auto accidents and specifically The Richard Griffin Law Firm on television and suggested I watch it online. I did and felt like he was the lawyer I wanted to represent me. They have been very compassionate and have helped walk me through the process each step of the way. This is really important in the event I need medical care in the future, which is likely. I highly recommend The Richard Griffin Law Firm.
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Posted by Don | July 28, 2016
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Worker comp case
I love them. They are very attentive. They respond quickly. And are just all around courteous. I don't know what would have happened without them on my case. I will and have recommended them to others.
Posted by Raymond | May 2, 2016
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| Hired Attorney
Good Comunication. Worked quickly.
Initially, I thought I could handle the insurance company on my own but after some consideration, I decided to hire Richard Griffin to handle my auto accident. He made it a point to reach out to me a few times throughout my case and often explained details in my case I would have missed otherwise. My case manager Amy was always available to talk if I had any questions. To my surprise I ended up settling shortly after I was done with my treatment for more than I was expecting. I'd definitely hire em again.
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Posted by Ryan | November 27, 2012
Considerate and Caring
I hired the Griffin Law Firm for my diminished value claim. I had a car that was in an accident causing a substantial about of damage to my car. I tried to handle the claim on my own and got no where. The insurance company was offering me a very low amount. Then I hired the Griffin Law Firm and they stepped in and made the insurance company pay the full amount that was owed to me. They keep me informed !!! They are considerate and they are very caring law firm. They cared for me and the situation that I was going thru. I would hire the Griffin Law Firm again.
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Posted by Art | May 17, 2012
Good People
This is a great law firm and great attorney! I was involved in a auto accident a year ago and the insurance company was difficult to communicate with. I hired Attorney Richard Griffin and his firm of professionals, to handle my case. I was well informed about my case from the beginning. I really felt like they were working for me to get the settlement I deserved. They are good people who are knowledgeable about personal injury and ultimately I got great results. I would recommend Attorney Richard Griffin and his firm to everyone.
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Posted by Jennifer | January 6, 2012
OUTSTANDING
I would definitely recommend this attorney to friends and loved ones! I had excellent service and they were always available to answer my questions. I had complete trust in the firm to get me the settlement I deserved for my auto accident!
Posted by Maria | January 6, 2012
A law firm that treats you like FAMILY.
Attorney Richard Griffin is the only Attorney I know that treated me like family, and not just another file. They explained the process with me step by step, I wasn't left in the dark about my case. Attorney Richard Griffin made sure I got what I deserved. If I ever got involved in another car accident I'll make he will be on my speed dail!. My personal injury case was in good hands,
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Posted by Miguel | October 21, 2011
Great Law Firm
A few years ago my family and I were in a car accident. The medical bills were pilling up and I didn't know where to turn. My brother-in-law referred me to his attorney, the Griffin Law Firm and they were great! They real were a caring law firm, always answering my questions and really making my situation easier to deal with. When it was all said and done, I got what I deserved. They are a great law firm.
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Posted by Jim | October 21, 2011
Great service & Compassionate in our time of need
We had 2 other attorneys before we found the Griffin Law Firm. To be honest I really did not want to use an attorney. But the insurance company treated us like trash. We found the Griffin Law Firm on the internet. We were very happy with the way they treated us, we were not just a number - we were people. They always respecting our personal feelings while still fighting hard against the insurance company. They became more like an extended family then just our lawyer. I highly recommend Richard and his staff - a fine group of people.
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Posted by E. Bradshaw | October 22, 2010
Great attorney who kept me informed and was dedicated to my case
I liked the consistency of staying in touch keeping me informed of whats going on with my case. I would definitely recommend Attorney Richard Griffin and The Griffin Law Firm because of their dedication of trying to get my case resolved.
Posted by anonymous | August 8, 2016
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| Hired Attorney
Satisfied
They were quick sending an investigator to go over my case. Helped me with questions I had about paperwork that the insurance company sent and I didn't know about. Fast responses every time I tried to contact them, and once I was done with therapy they were quick into getting the paperwork together.
Posted by Veronica Hill | July 25, 2016
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| Hired Attorney
Caveat Emptor -Let the Buyer BEWARE!!!!
This is how it goes. YOU GO FOR THE HYPE you saw on TV advertisement, call in, set appt, meet w intake who is very nice. BRIEFLY meet w/Griffin. BUT check that folder! There's a card for another atty and his assistant with whom you will NEVER meet unless you want to talk settlement; and IF you do want to talk, you will be told that they will set appt to meet atty PRIOR to settlement mediation so he can PREPARE you. NOT SO. You best get specifics b/c "PRIOR TO" simply means about 2-5 mins before your meeting. At the mediation, which will more than likely be set with opposing counsel OUTSIDE of the board at some mediating attorney's office for their benefit. ALL -opposing counsel, Griffin Law attorney, AND mediator-colluding and conspiring secretly TOGETHER AGAINST YOU and FOR SELF. Fiduciary duty and EVERYTHING said in advertisement went out the window after you signed that contract. Also, when you recognize the scheme, and you do what an employer does when they realize their employee DOES NOT WORK --you FIRE them. Please do not allow any attorney to construe the roles here--you, the claimant IS the employer, the atty is the employee. Oh, but this where it gets good. NOW you know. These attorneys have years of experience making $$$ they did not earn. Because they have learned how to get paid if you keep 'em or fire 'em. See now, the contract you signed, will be filed at the board with a lien stating an exaggerated amount of hours and time spent on your case. They will say you owe them thousands of $$$ for work they did not do---hence, the reason you terminated their [lack of ] services anyway. Oh yeah, you better google the attorney you are placed with, he might just be an attorney w/experience in a TOTALLY different area than workers' comp. You know? Like a Divorce attorney. The one he turned my case over to. If I wanted an ol' atty, I could have just gone on-line and played pin-the-tail on the donkey for any atty in any field. That explained why he skirted my questions, did not know the recent legislative changes that I inquired about, would not respond to emails and voice messages, did not fight for me at the settlement table, as a matter of fact the hole setup for that meeting was planned to benefit them, the time, the place, the way it went, the CODE he gave opposing counsel for ending offers, etc., etc.. After praying about the matter, God said, "Sign-it." I as angry w/God b/c It was not in my best interest to do so. But I obeyed. After signing the settlement, seven days later, the Lord said, "Go to the board." I had no idea why I was to do so. I obeyed. While waiting for the board to open, I began to research stipulated settlements and learned I could rescind that settlement by filing a consent to withdraw (no atty will ever inform you this). I stayed w/Griffin not wanting to be there. A few months later, DAY BEFORE Surgery, I had to speak w/Mr Griffin re his atty and case mgr's behavior & mishandling my case. To no avail. They got worse, but still thought I would be fool enough to allow them to talk settlement again. I told them I would but watched their actions. No settlement discussion date had been set, I still supposedly had counsel, but my wkly TTD checks and two mileage checks had not made it to me yet were showing on-line as having been issued. Note: my checks always came to me. My claim was being paid prior to getting representation so they got no money from my wkly checks. I emailed them time and time again re late checks...to no avail. It all became clear...they were working in cahoots with opposing counsel and the adjuster to withhold a month's worth of checks and mileage checks issued some sixty days prior in an attempt to make me financially desperate so that when they finally got me to the settlement table again, I'd accept ANY offer. In a nutshell, these greedy lawyers have learned not to work and still get paid. The Lord of hosts is dealing with all of them, GA and elsewhere. Veronica Hill
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  • Free Consultation 20 minutes
  • Contingency 25%-45%

Resume

AVVO RATING 9.9 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Founder and Managing Attorney
  • The Griffin Law Firm, P.C.
  • 1995 - Present
  • Attorney
  • Berry & WIlson
  • 1999 - 2000
  • Attorney
  • Ashenden, Flynn & Gottlieb
  • 1995 - 1995
  • Attorney
  • Ballard, Stephens, & Waters
  • 1994 - 1994
  • Law Clerk
  • Lawsmith, PLLC
  • 1989 - 1994
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Education

  • Georgia State University College of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 1994
  • Emory University
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 1991

Legal Cases

  • Catastrophic Back Injury Worker's Compensation Case Settles for $630,000
  • Worker's compensation lump sum settlement of $635,000.00.
  • Sub Zero Refrigerator Improper Installation
  • One million dollar jury verdict. ($740,000 compensatory damages and $240,000 in punitive damages)
  • Head On Collision Causes Catastrophic Injuries
  • $2.5 million dollar jury verdict

Associations

  • The Motorcycle Injury Trial Lawyers Association
  • Member
  • 2011 - Present
  • The National Trial Lawyers Association
  • Top 100 Trial Lawyers
  • 2009 - Present
  • Presidential Who's Who
  • Legal Excellence
  • 2009 - Present
  • Super Lawyers
  • Member
  • 2007 - Present
  • Strathmore's Who Who
  • Lifetime Member - Legal Excellence
  • 2005 - Present
  • Georgia Trial Lawyers Association
  • Champion Member
  • 1994 - Present
  • American Trial Lawyers Association
  • Member
  • 1994 - Present
  • Best Of Snellville
  • Top Law Firm - Griffin Law Firm
  • 2008 - 2010
  • Super Lawyers
  • Rising Star Super Lawyer Award
  • 2007 - 2008
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Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Honors and Awards

  • Top 100 Trial Lawyers
  • The National Trial Lawyers Association
  • 2011
  • Top 100 Trial Lawyers
  • The National Trial Lawyers Association
  • 2010
  • Legal Executive of the Year
  • Strathmore's Who's Who
  • 2010
  • Top 100 Trial Lawyers
  • The National Trial Lawyers Association
  • 2009
  • Georgia Rising Star Super Lawyer
  • 2005
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Given (7)
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Personal injury Attorney | Feb 02
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"I thoroughly enjoyed working with Richard. He runs a great practice and has excellent staff. There is no doubt I would trust my case with him and his team."
Personal injury Attorney | Jan 22
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I have worked with Richard on several cases. He is a very skilled advocate for his clients and goes the extra mile for them."
Personal injury Attorney | Jan 22
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Richard works hard and is aggressive in helping his clients in obtaining the results they deserve."
Personal injury Attorney | Jan 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Richard is caring and compassionate, diligent and dedicated. I've had the pleasure of working on cases with Richard and his work ethic is unparalleled. If you're looking for a fighter in your corner, I highly recommend that you bring in Richard Griffin."
Personal injury Attorney | Jan 22
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I have known Richard for several years and I have found him to be an effective advocate for his clients. His first priority is to make sure his clients are treated fairly and his results reflect that goal."
Personal injury Attorney | May 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Richard. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
Personal injury Attorney | Jun 12
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I highly endorse this lawyer. I have know Richard for over 23 years and I cannot say enough good things about his abilities as a trial lawyer, nor his amazing qualities as a person. Richard has achieved tremendous results for his clients over the years and he is the definition of a true professional."
Personal injury Attorney | Oct 25
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I have worked with Richard on a number of cases over the past three years. Richard is conscientious about his client's cases and puts a good deal of time and effort into positioning the case to get the best possible result for the client. Richard is resourceful and experienced. He is an excellent attorney."
Litigation Attorney | Oct 21
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I have worked with Richard as Co-Counsel on over 50 cases over the last 5 years. Richard is an exceptional lawyer and administrator in both workers' compensation and liability. He has tried and won several million dollar cases to conclusion. Richard is a devout husband and father and someone I am honored to call a friend and colleague. I highly endorse This Lawyer."
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