Thanks to Harrison Spires for the hard and diligent work he put towards my case. Would highly recommend his services to anyone in need of a personal injury lawyer.
You need Chris on your side if you've been involved in a tractor trailer accident!
My wife and I were hit by a tractor trailer in 2014. After extensive research online, we were deeply impressed with the various reviews we read on Google and Avvo and chose Chris to represent us. We could not have a made a better decision. Chris and his firm treated us like we were their only clients, soothed our worries, and instantly gained our trust. Chris settled both of our cases for more than we expected.
During this process, I discovered that Chis is a highly respected member of his field and his familiarity and relationships with his fellow attorneys, insurance companies, and mediators were critical in getting our cases settled quickly. He had extensive experience as a defense attorney representing trucking insurance companies, so he knows how the game is played on both sides. His firm is also very reasonable on how much they charge their clients and their fees are very transparent.
I hope I never have to go through kind of experience again, but if I did, I would not choose anyone else except Chris and his firm on my side.
Over 50 percent of our practice involves car accident cases, which are a variety of personal injury cases. We don't just accept the scraps the insurance company offers, we will litigate and try your case where appropriate.
As former tractor trailer insurance defense lawyers for Liberty Mutual and with a trucking boutique firm in Atlanta, the lawyers specialize in commercial trucking cases and have the experience to get maximum value.
Wrongful Death attorneys with multiple cases currently pending in the courts. Real answers when the worst questions arise.
25 years, 88 cases
Christopher Simon has been practicing law for over 25 years, working only on injury and wrongful death cases. The two junior partners have 10 years of experience apiece.
Mr. Simon practices exclusively in the area of Georgia personal injury law. He represents the victims of serious accidents throughout the State of Georgia. Mr. Simon graduated from the University of Virginia in ined his Juris Doctorate from Mercer University in 1997. He spent 9 years defending insurance companies while working for a variety of insurance defense firms and as in-house counsel for Liberty Mutual Insurance. He left the world of insurance defense several years ago and now represents Georgians against major insurance corporations.
Mr. Simon has an intimate working knowledge of the strategies and tactics that will maximize his client’s ability to obtain just compensation for the harm done to them. In addition to being an accomplished trial lawyer, Chris is also a registered Atlanta mediator with BAY Mediation in Atlanta. He was recognized for his hard work by his peers when they voted him into Georgia Trend Magazine's "Legal Elite" list in 2009 and 2017 and he was selected at one of the Top 100 Lawyers in Georgia for the last 5 years. In January 2010, his most recent book, The Georgia Guide to Buying Car Insurance and Handling Car Accident Claims was published and is available on .
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Highly recommend
Thanks to Harrison Spires for the hard and diligent work he put towards my case. Would highly recommend his services to anyone in need of a personal injury lawyer.
Posted by James | April 7, 2016
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You need Chris on your side if you've been involved in a tractor trailer accident!
My wife and I were hit by a tractor trailer in 2014. After extensive research online, we were deeply impressed with the various reviews we read on Google and Avvo and chose Chris to represent us. We could not have a made a better decision. Chris and his firm treated us like we were their only clients, soothed our worries, and instantly gained our trust. Chris settled both of our cases for more than we expected.
During this process, I discovered that Chis is a highly respected member of his field and his familiarity and relationships with his fellow attorneys, insurance companies, and mediators were critical in getting our cases settled quickly. He had extensive experience as a defense attorney representing trucking insurance companies, so he knows how the game is played on both sides. His firm is also very reasonable on how much they charge their clients and their fees are very transparent.
I hope I never have to go through kind of experience again, but if I did, I would not choose anyone else except Chris and his firm on my side.
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Posted by kenneth | December 24, 2015
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Car accident
Chris and his staff, Tyler to name one, were very attentive to my needs and showed real concern to my situation. Whenever I needed to speak with them they were only a phone call, email or text away and always returning my text or call immediately. Not only would I recommend them again I already have, and will do so again.
Posted by Tracy | October 5, 2015
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A lawyer who will fight for you.
A co-worker of my wife recommended Chris to us. At the very beginning Chris showed that he cared and his knowledge is priceless. Going through this process can be aggravating but Chris did a great job guiding me through this and was always available to answer my questions. Chris fought to get what I deserved even though at times I wanted to give up.
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Posted by anonymous | June 8, 2015
Best in the Field
Due to the Statute of Limitations, I was pressed for time to settle my personal injury claim. Chris Simon was the only lawyer that would even take the time to speak with me. No one wanted the challenge of a case that was about to expire in terms of the Statute of Limitations in Georgia. Chris graciously spent approximately 45 minutes over the phone with me discussing my personal injury claim and educating me. Not once did he pressure me to hire him as my lawyer during this phone call, but then again why would he when his abilities speak for themselves (just review the cases he has won on his website). After we ended the call, Chris emailed me promptly, and has since been proactive with his communication with me. I met with Chris’ other lawyer, Tyler. It is evident that Chris only hires the best in his field. Tyler was informative and kind.
As a former manager at a chiropractic office, we worked with multiple personal injury lawyers in our office, and not one of them compares to the skill and proficiency of Chris Simon and his staff.
In a field with an abundance of greasy and slimy “Ken Nugents”, Chris is far from the stereotypical lawyer. Chris is honest (which many times is an oxymoron for lawyers) and compassionate to your needs as a client. If you want a lawyer that is diplomatic and devoted to not only your case, but to you as a person, then hire Chris and his team. Not only did Chris make me feel like we were lifelong friends, but his endeavor to continuously learn the current laws is a guarantee he will not fail you. After a phone consultation with Chris and a meeting with Tyler, it was in their expert advice that they recommended I counteroffer the insurance company, then settle due to certain situations at hand. Chris did not charge for his invaluable expertise. I am grateful that I had the pleasure of speaking with Chris and Tyler. I have NEVER met more authentic and ethical lawyers in my lifetime. It is no doubt, that I will tell every single person I know about Chris Simon and his team.
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Posted by Steven | April 2, 2015
Someone Who Anyone Needs
I remember when Chris Simon walked into my house and immediately it felt like a family member. When I told him the details, it felt like he was truly family by the way he cared. His ideas were exactly what my family and I needed to hear. Going to him and his firm was the best move we could of made.
Posted by mo mo | March 20, 2015
worry free experience:)
August last year I had a car wreck...extremely stressed..with a bad back injury...while surfing the net for a lawyer..came across criss reviews...immediately fell at ease and called glad I did. Got the medical attention I needed...and the settlement I was looking for...over all an amazing worry free experience...definitely well highly recommend this law firm to any one who need ...good medical attention and the follow up needed...thank you for a very positive experience
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Posted by anonymous | February 19, 2015
Great Advice
I got into a car accident and I wasn't sure if I needed a lawyer. I felt the at fault party's insurance was giving me the run around. I searched online and Simon Law Firm repeatedly came up with high marks. Mr. Simon was gracious enough to message with me for about a month and a half. I asked him very specific questions and has answers were detailed. I didn't need a lawyer in my case but I definitely appreciated Mr. Simon sharing his knowledge. I felt more empowered in my dealings with the other party's insurance. Ohh by the way I received his wealth of knowledge free of charge!
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Posted by Elle | July 21, 2014
Focused Effort
I want to express my deepest sense of gratitude and appreciation to Attorney Chris Simon & Attorney Chris Carsten, for all the hard work that they put forth into my case (car accident filed after being hit by drunk driver). Their attention to detail and professionalism far surpasses their firm's reputation. Because of their diligence and dedication to their craft, they were able to bring my case to a successful close, one that I could live with. You will not find a better team for your case. Should I have a need for their services again in the future, or know of anyone looking for a top notch Auto Accident Law Firm, I would not hesitate to recommend them!!!!
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Posted by anonymous | July 12, 2013
10/10 would get grievously injured again!!!
When I first took my personal injury case to the Simon Law firm, I was nervous. I've never lawyered up before and had heard bad things about sharky tv lawyers. However, the lawyers here go out of their way not to be slimy, low-life toads!! They're great! They're very supportive of any decisions the client makes and really care about how the case ends for the client, even if if means a lower pay off for them. They kept in touch with me and made sure I understood what was going on and why.
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Response from Christopher SimonAugust 5, 2013
Well lets hope it doesn't come to getting hurt again but we appreciate the positive energy. I have always prided our firm on not being toad-like. Glad you felt comfortable.
Posted by Ziad | June 3, 2013
Excellent Attorney
Anyone looking for an excellent attorney needs to stop searching here. I have never posted a review for any attorney but Mr. Simon is definitely an exception. He keeps you up to date and always make sure you understand the whole process. He is truly an excellent attorney!
Posted by Leah | January 8, 2013
An outstanding attorney who will have your back all the way
I have dealt with many attorney in my life and I have to say Chris Simon was the best attorney I ever had. To give you some details of the case he handled, it was a wrongful death case. My brother Eddie was hit by a drunk drive while driving home in December 2010; accident was all over newspapers and media. It was a fatal accident and my brother died of brain death caused by this accident. Because of severity of the case, there were many attorneys who were willing to take this case but I chose Chris based on his experiences and reviews. Our family was extremely nervous and depressed of the loss and we were unable to go anywhere but Chris physically came over to our house on the day we cremated him to comfort us and promised to proceed with the case as soon as possible. In this accident, there were two death including my brother and 5 others injured so the time was the essence. Chris never failed to communicate with me about how and when we will move forward with the case, and within a month we got our first check. He even did not take the full contingency share since he felt that it was not too difficult for us. I have worked with many attorneys in my life and we have many family members who are attorneys including my sister and the way Chris moves forward with the case is unheard of. Not only he does not nickle and dime you like many attorneys do, he even went out of his way to do work for other attorneys who were involved in my brother's case in order to expedite the process etc. Chris got us numerous settlements close to 1 million dollar in this case. When we were dealing with the prosecutor to charge the driver who killed my brother, Chris also took time to come out (not part of his job) and provide evidence he discovered to support our civil case to the prosecutor with things the prosecutor wasn't even able to discover. Because of the scale of this case, it was extremely heartbreaking to go through everything and there were arrows coming to us from many directions of other people who were injured. Since my brother passed away, we felt that nobody was on our side but I felt Chris always had our back, always did his best to be our shield. He is genuinely a great human being who will only get you the settlements you deserve but will fight for justice but also punish criminals. There are many attorneys out there who are only after your money but not once I felt that Chris was after the settlement only. He is the only one I will ever trust handling any difficult and serious injury cases. If I need attorneys in other areas, he also gets me referrals on great and honest attorneys. I would always email or call him and his office never takes my message and I would have to wait 2-3 days for him to reach out to me, I can call him on his cell phone to reach him or email him directly and get answers usually within the same day. There are so many great things I can say about Chris and there are no words to describe how passionate and competent he is in what he does. Our family's life completely changed since my brother's death and the we have been through hell dealing with the loss and lawsuits etc. We were glad we hired Chris to be there for us to defend us and fight for our rights in every way. I don't wish people to get into serious injury situations where they need to hire an expert attorney but if they have to, I cannot find anybody better to represent them other than Chris. We are very grateful to have him represent us, and it was our absolute honor to be his clients.
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Posted by Kamran | October 23, 2012
Exceptional Client Service
Mr. Simon has excellent client service and will treat you with respect. Prior to working with him, I had a very bad experience with my former attorney, so was thrilled when I found Chris! He and his staff are always available to help and answer questions you have about the process. I would highly recommend his services, you will not be disappointed!
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Posted by Kevin | May 10, 2012
A True Expert At His Craft
Attorney Simon is probably in the top 3 attorneys in his field in the Atlanta, GA location. If you want a honest down to earth attorney whos' main concern is your well being Attorney Simon is the best. His whole team is very professional and thorough. They communicate and guide you through the whole process. They treat you as if you were family and always operate in your best interest. I would love to give him 10 stars in all of the categories, but the system would not allow it.
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Posted by Ira | May 19, 2011
Lawyer you can trust
Chris and his team were excellent in getting my case resolved right from the beginning. Chris was willing to take my case when no one else had hope for my case to be solved. Throughout the work on my case, Chris and his team found what I call divine justice. The satisfaction to see that someone had the energy to stand up for me when I did not have energy was the main point of my fast recovery. When I moved to this country years and years ago, someone told me to make sure to find a good doctor and good lawyer; they both will make your life easier in this place. I did not understand what that advice meant until my accident and I agree with this. The fact that I found Chris made me realize how important it is to have a lawyer that I could trust, that I could talk to when I was having a very hard time to understand a process and more importantly that took over everything so that I could recover without any other distractions. IF YOU NEED SOMEONE THAT CAN EXPLAIN HOW THINGS WORK, DO NOT HESITATE TO CALL CHRIS AND HIS TEAM. THANK YOU CHRIS, ALICIA, TRIP AND EVERYONE ELSE that belongs to this team. I have recovered my self confidence and more importantly, I learned to trust people again.
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Posted by Idris | March 15, 2011
Deligence and Dedication
It's so wonderful to find honesty and dedication in a lawyer. Christopher and The Simon Firm partners have proven diligent efforts and persistence to finally bring my case to a close. It doesn't matter how long the case may take, You guys have stayed focus to the last second with your eyes on the ball. I couldn't have it any better. It's a one stop deal. Just try the Simon Firm!
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Posted by Rainy | March 7, 2011
Professional and Trustworthy
I contacted Chris Simon in February 2011 after I was contacted by my auto insurance company requesting reimbursement for the medical bills they paid under the Med Pay coverage of my policy. I had received a settlement from the third party at fault insurance company and my insurance company was requesting that I pay them back out of my settlement.
First, I'd like to start off by noting that Chris Simon is a very genuine and trustworthy person and I felt comfortable with him from the first time I talked to him. Not only was I able to reach him each time I called his office (that's right - never got his voicemail or had to leave a message with his assistant), but he talked through my situation with me with no rush and made sure that I was aware of my rights and even gave me some ammunition (insight) to try to handle my insurance company myself... and then he told me "if that doesn't work, then call me back". Chris was patient and willing to help me as much as he could and never seemed bothered or irritated with me and my many repetitive questions as I tried to gain an understanding of my rights. He had a level of confidence that made me feel that he knew what he was talking about and would not steer me wrong. I would also like to note that I contacted another attorney in Atlanta (whom I consider to be high profile) to get a second opinion about my situation, and when I told him that I had been talking to Chris, he knew who Chris was and told me that he was a good guy and I was in good hands.... so Chris also has a good reputation among fellow attorneys.
Thanks to Chris, I did not have to pay my insurance company back one red cent. My insurance company dropped their claim for reimbursement and I was able to keep my full settlement.
I will end by noting that I highly recommend Chris Simon as an attorney, not because the outcome of my situation was favorable, but because of his great character and level of professionalism... and that's to be appreciated!
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Posted by Amber | July 28, 2010
TRUST
Let me start by saying that if you are in need of an attorney you CAN NOT and WILL NOT find one with more integrity and knowledge than Chris Simon. I was weary, I think everyone is about contacting an attorney when you've been hurt in an auto accident. The second I spoke with Chris, I was at ease. He spoke with me that first day on the phone for over an hour! He listened, I mean really listened to me. I had tests run and when the results came back better than expected, he was honestly happy that I wasn't hurt worse, not upset because my case might not yield as big a return. He stayed on top of everything, when the insurance company was dragging their feet, I could rest assured that Chris was fully prepared at all times. Chris is a fantastic attorney but more than that a fantastic person. I am thankful everyday that we were told about Chris, I trust him completely and can't imagine what I would have done without him and his guidance. He helped me make the right decisions for me and my family and no one can ask for more than that. Thank you Chris, for EVERYTHING. Oh, one more detail, His staff is absolutely wonderful, kind and helpful.
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Posted by Jeff | January 25, 2010
An all around great experience
I was involved in a frightening car accident that left me with recurring
pain that sidelined me from my active lifestyle. Chris was recommended to me by my dad, an insurance industry veteran who was familiar with Chris' client-centered work ethic. I found Chris' advice to be sound and appreciated the attention and diligence he gave to my case throughout a lengthy process of sorting out medical and insurance matters. I would highly recommend Chris, and will definitely look to him for legal advice in the future.
Thanks, Chris!
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Posted by James | January 21, 2010
Chris Simon will handle your case and make you feel like you are his only client! There is no substitute for Experience
I consider myself the sterotypical guy you know the type hates to go to the doctor and thinks he can fix everything himself. When you are hurt in an accident, like I was, you find yourself in need of someone you can trust becuase you cannot, I repeat cannot, deal with the other party's insurance, your insurance, the hospital bills, and get well. I don't easily trust people and especially lawyers so this was very very stressful. As a christian, I prayed that God would steer me in the right direction and then I began seaching the internet in an attempt to educate myself. It only took me a minute to find and read Chris Simon's accident blog. I was immediately impressed by his knowledge of the insurance industry and practices. His no commitment approach to helping me left me with absolutely nothing to lose so I set up an appointment. Chris was willing to meet me personally at my home if necessary but I chose to go to his office and from that point forward I felt a huge weight off of my shoulders. Chris treats you like a long time friend his knowledge, experience and constant personal availability was the rock solid stability I needed in order to concentrate on getting well. Going with Chris was one of the best decisions I have EVER made. Not only did Chris get my suit settled for the maximum of the policy but he helped negotiate with my insurance to get 100% of the medpay benefits I had been paying for all along. I hope I never need him again but It is reassuring to know he is there if I ever do. Thanks again Chris!!
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Personal injury Attorney | Aug 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Chris has significant experience representing clients in a variety of personal injury cases. Chris knows the law and is frequently asked to speak at legal seminars to teach other lawyers. His experience and skill, combined with his passion for fighting for his clients, ensures that his clients always get the best results."
Personal injury Attorney | Aug 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I've come to know Chris Simon as a skilled and knowledgeable advocate for people who have been injured in a variety of different ways. Chris has great experience obtaining justice for his clients and his clients have benefited greatly as a result."
Personal injury Attorney | Aug 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Chris is consistently ranked as one of the Top 100 lawyers in Georgia -- an honor well deserved based on his experience, success, and dedication to clients. I endorse Chris."
Motorcycle accident Attorney | Aug 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Chris is outstanding. He has the experience, skills, and tenacity to pursue and win the hardest cases. I consider him one of my mentors and I highly endorse him!"
Personal injury Attorney | Feb 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I've known Chris for many years and have watched him grow his practice and become an excellent trial attorney. He knows how to work a case from the ground up and get maximum results for his clients. I highly recommend him."
Personal injury Attorney | Feb 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Simply put, this attorney knows how to get the job done. He is very knowledgeable, highly efficient, and proves to be an excellent advocate for his clients."
Personal injury Attorney | Jan 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Attorney Simon is a dedicated, highly-skilled lawyer well respected within the legal community. He provides excellent answers to Avvo users. I strongly endorse him."
Car accident Attorney | Aug 29
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. His breath of experience speaks for itself. I highly recommend him to any potential clients looking for a proven and battle tested professional."
Car accident Attorney | Jul 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I met Chris during one of his auto accident trials. He's very personable and willing to share information and trial strategies. Excellent trial attorney.."
Unknown Attorney | May 29
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Simon is a skilled and respected member of the legal community. He is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of his clients."