Michael L. Werner

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Michael L. Werner

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 23 years

Trucking accident Lawyer at Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas: Trucking Accident, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death

2860 Piedmont Road, NE, Atlanta, GA

About Michael

Biography

We Never Settle For Less Than The Client Deserves!

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Trucking Accident 50%

50%
Personal Injury 25%

25%
Wrongful Death 25%

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-40%

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2023 2022 2016

Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 23 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2002

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

The Werner Law Firm, PC

2860 Piedmont Road, NE, Atlanta, GA, 30305

wernerlaw.com/

Michael L. Werner's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

44 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Deidra Goodrum-Smith | June 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

The Best Around

My experience with the Werner Law Office has been the best. I was so impressed with the overall experience. Michael Werner himself went over and beyond to make sure that both my husband and I were satisfied. He really knows LAW and he handled our case with determination and respect. I could not have ...hoped for a better outcome. I would definitely refer my family and friends to him because I know they would not be disappointed.

Posted by Kelli | May 03, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Life Changing Settlement

Michael L. Werner... Have I told him lately that I love him?? Probably a million times more than he'd like to hear! ;-) Mike.. a friend first, for almost a decade, became my attorney nearly 3 years ago. I was injured in an accident involving a commercial tractor trailer, and without a moment's he...sitation, knew that I would trust no one else to represent me. You won't find Mike boasting about his settlements on TV or radio ads. He's absolutely handsome enough to market as such, but he doesn't operate that way. He is an exemplary litigator, machine of a man. He is awake before sunrise, and he grinds until the work gets done. Dig into his bio, and you'll discover that he was a doctor first, an anesthesiologist, before practicing law.. Mike comes from humble beginnings, too. He's known struggle and risen up, faced adversity and seemingly insurmountable odds, to become one of the smartest (scariest), most respected (feared), and compassionate (a big teddy bear) human beings who walks this planet. Beyond having hired him, I am so proud of all that he has accomplished; a doting and dedicated father, he squeezes every ounce of himself out for everyone else, and I challenge anyone to find a rival or peer who would say a word to the contrary... I won't sugar coat what, for me, was an incredibly dark and daunting journey. Days and months and years of the muck that is litigation aside.. I endured 4 major surgeries, rigorous physical therapy, loads of diagnostic tests, injections for pain management, a concussion, financial stress. I was drained, to a molecular level, and sure, time passed, yet for me, it felt as though I'd be forever trapped in inertia. Frantic.. more often than not, and in physical pain to some degree most days, I didn't feel I could persevere. Mike, however, did not waver. He never allowed a towel to be thrown or surrender flag to be flown. He fought for me, even as my own fight had expired. His integrity and professionalism was always above reproach. I was not easy to deal with, and though we didn't always agree, and I fussed and fumed.. He answered those frantic calls, emails, and texts with care and concern. Mike recently settled my case, and this is life changing. I can now rebuild. Fortify. Breathe. Heal. I hope none of this reading audience ever needs to hire an attorney for reasons that I did.. But, should fate flip your life upside down.. hire The Werner Law team. I'm forever grateful for each of them; their time, talent, investment in me, uncompromising ethic... the list is endless, ok? Love, love, love to you ALL at Werner Law !!

Posted by J Travieso | August 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Need to give him 10 stars

After my son was seriously injured in a head on collision, I contacted Mr. Werner while my son was undergoing surgery. All my son’s doctors and nurses at the hospital highly recommended Mr. Werner and his firm. My son sustained life changing injuries that resulted in a long painful recovery which wil...l require future surgeries and will affect him for the rest of his life. Mr. Werner helped our family persevere and overcome by not only providing superb legal counsel with his expertise and knowledge of the law but also tremendous moral support and friendship throughout our ordeal. My son’s case was very complex and lengthy, and Mike's experience and expertise made all the difference. Integrity, respect, honesty, compassion, ethical are just a few words of many that describe Mr. Werner and his staff. However, if I only had one word to truly describe this man it would be CARING. He truly cares about his clients, their family and justice for you.

Posted by Dustin | November 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Talented, experienced, and honest personal injury attorney and just a great guy in general

After I was seriously injured in a motorcycle wreck my wife contacted Mike while I was undergoing surgery. A family friend that was involved in a motorcycle wreck a few years ago recommended Mike and advised my wife to contact him immediately, which thankfully she did. I sustained life changing injur...ies that resulted in a long painful recovery. Mike helped me persevere and overcome by not only providing superb legal counsel but also tremendous moral support and friendship throughout my ordeal. My particular case was somewhat complex and Mike's experience and expertise made all the difference. Michael Werner, Nola Jackson, and everyone at Werner Wetherington are in a league of their own and in my opinion the best in the business.

Posted by Kathryn | April 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

I wish all lawyers were like Mike.

I hired a few attorneys and Mike is hands down the best. There is so much red tape involved with an auto accident (insurance companies, hospital bills, liens, etc). Mike effectively navigated all of this for me and saved me time and stress! Mike was the biggest advocate for my recovery and always... made sure I had the proper care. He walked me through every step of the process and made me feel comfortable and safe. He even gave me his cell phone number making him easily accessible. Everyone in his office is helpful and kind as well. They made me feel like family. My compensation from the insurance company was well above anything I could have gotten with any other lawyer and much higher than I ever expected. For the amount of work he and his team do and the amount of effort they put in, his rates are more than fair and reasonable. If you need a personal injury attorney, stop looking. You have found your guy!!

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Michael L. Werner's Lawyer Endorsements

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Nancy Pridgen

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mike is an excellent attorney and a wonderful person to boot. I've been working with Mike and his firm for years, and can honestly say he is a favorite to work with. He's approachable, bright, and cares about his clients. I will continue to recommend Mike and his firm to injured persons looking for top notch attorneys."

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Nathaniel Hansford

Wrongful death lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse Mike. He is a superb attorney with a great reputation."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Mark Link

Wrongful death lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Werner in a professional capacity for over ten years. I can truly say that he is one of the most prepared and diligent lawyers in the field. Mr. Werner's ability in the courtroom is beyond compare. If I was in need of a personal injury lawyer he would be my first choice."

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Jose Castro

Trucking accident lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mike is a tremendously gifted and brilliant attorney in many aspects. Mike uses his creativity, charisma and legal knowledge with precision to get the best result for his injured clients. Mike's goal-driven approach is absolutely remarkable. I endorse this lawyer, a consummate professional."

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Mark Issa

Trucking accident lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Michael is a very hard working attorney that has invaluable experience fighting tough cases. His goal is always to do what is best for his client and do it the right way. I have seldom worked with an attorney that is as dedicated and thoroughly immersed in his cases as Michael Werner."

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Harold Whiteman

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mike is driven to obtain the best possible recovery for his personal injury clients. I have referred clients to him and they have been extremely pleased with the results he obtained. He is fearless and willing to go the extra mile for his clients. I wholeheartedly endorse him for anyone seeking a personal injury attorney."

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Michael Moebes

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mike and I have worked together on a few cases involving personal injury and workers' compensation issues. I've always been impressed with his professionalism and caring attitude toward our shared clients, in addition to his thorough knowledge of the law!"

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Ibrahim Awad

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have heard Mr. Werner speak at a conference for Personal Injury attorneys, and he was the finest speaker there. He exudes confidence and is extremely knowledgeable- I highly endorse Mr. Werner."

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Nancy Pridgen

Health insurance lawyer

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Jose Castro

Litigation lawyer

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Ibrahim Awad

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Top 100 Trial Attoney, Top 100 Trial Attorney by National Trial Lawyers' Association

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2010

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2009

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

N/A

Atlanta Magazine, Top Georgia Lawyers

N/A

Top Georgia Lawyers, Newsweek Magazine

N/A

Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

N/A

Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Founder, Werner and Associates

2002 - 2006

Of Counsel, Hertz Link Smith

Associations

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

Champ

American Bar Association

American Association of Justice

Sample of Legal Cases

•McAdams v. Vend Services, Inc.

$5,400,000 Settlement

Belk as Admin of Estate of Jackson v. Maverick Transportation

Settled in plaintiff's favor for $2,625,000

Denson v. Conway Transportation

$11,070,000 Verdict

Shergold v. Hart

$2,158,165.33 VERDICT

Sartain v. Athens Associates in Family Medicine

$975,000 settlement

Meriweather v. Maverick Transportation

$1,700,000

Powers v. Driscoll

$1,300,000 while jury was deliberating

Brooks v. Hancock and Ognio Grading, Inc

$2,750,000 Verdict

Parsons v. Dorsey and Spalding County

$4,863,755 Verdict

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Education

2002

Georgia State University

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Emory School of Medicine

MMSC

1992

University of Georgia

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2012

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

Deposing Medical Experts

2012

Continuing Legal Education

Maximizing Settlement Value in Personal Injury Cases

2012

Association for Continuing Legal Education

Top Georgia Verdicts 2011

2011

Association for Continuing Legal Education

"How to Prove Damages in a Wrongful Death Case

N/A

Association for Continuing Legal Education

Closing Arguments

N/A

Association for Continuing Legal Education

Maximizing Damages in Trial

Publications

2013

CLE Handbook Closing Arguments

2012

GTLA Handbook for Conference Deposing Medical Experts

2012

CLE Handbook Maximizing Settlement Value in Personal Injury Case

2011

CLE Handbook How to Prove Damages

Languages

English

Spanish

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