Richard C. Mitchell

Richard C. Mitchell

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 44 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Aviation

3490 Piedmont Road N East Suite 650, Atlanta, GA

About Richard

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

100%-100%


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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 44 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1981

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 39 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1986

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Mitchell & Shapiro LLP

3490 Piedmont Road N East Suite 650, Atlanta, GA, 30305

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Richard C. Mitchell's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

5 star (19)
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Posted by anonymous | February 2, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very Satisfied - Highly Recommended

My experience with Mitchell & Shapiro LLP was positive from the first moment I consulted with Richard. He was attentive, thorough, and helpful throughout a very difficult time. Richard’s Paralegal was with me every step of the way with insight and compassion, always responding quickly and effectivel...y with any questions or issues as they arose. Richard and his staff provided a very professional and comfortable atmosphere and went above and beyond my expectations. I highly recommend Richard Mitchell and his staff in every way.

Posted by Brenda | September 2, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Client

My siblings and I suffered a tragic loss and needed legal advice. Richard Mitchell came was highly recommended because of his experience and expertise. After consulting with him, we were comfortable with hiring him to represent us. This was a very trying period for us, and there were many things t...hat were not in order due to the sudden loss. Richard and his staff handled every aspect, even minor details that we would ordinarily would have had to handle. He and his staff were very knowledgeable and compassionate. We appreciated their honesty and attention to questions and concerns that we had. We were kept abreast throughout the process and well prepared. I highly recommend Richard Mitchell!

Posted by anonymous | August 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Personal Injury resulting in limb loss.

My daughter had suffered the loss of her right leg. It was a horrible time for our family and we were referred to Richard. I found him to be thorough and patient. He contracted the best specialist and area experts to provide the best supporting data to maximize my daughter’s award. Her leg loss was ...tragic but due to the award she has the financial ability to cover future medical costs that insurance will not cover. The award gives her a fuller life without the medical expense worry of how she will have to pay for it.

Posted by Jay | May 6, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A Phenomenal, Quick-Witted Attorney!!!

If there's any question of whether I would choose to go with Richard Mitchell to represent my case again, my answer would be 'absolutely!' His legal expertise and quick wits keeps him ahead of the competition and proves that he is an attorney that you want to have on your side. Every attribute yo...u could possibly want in someone representing you, checks out with Richard. From his helpful guidance, to his masterful way of making you feel at ease, Richard's mindset is always one that looks out for his clients' best interest. And you never have to worry about not being able to get in touch with him either. In fact, 9 out of 10 times I called him, he answered the phone before it even rang! Even more impressive, he answered the phone, calling me by my first name, saying "Hey, _______." Talk about a rarity! I'm so glad to have worked with him, not just because he successfully helped me achieve a great outcome for my case, but more importantly, I gained so much on a personal level, as he is truly a good person and a pleasure to know. Hands down, I would recommend his services one hundred times over!

Posted by Kelly McGauley | January 7, 2016 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Great

I greatly appreciate Mr. Mitchell he recommend to another lawyers office in my area whom he trust. Just a pleasure to have someone to look out for you. Mr. Mitchell is open, honest, & will get back with you in a timely matter. Thanks Mr. Mitchell.

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Richard C. Mitchell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Douglas Robinson

Medical malpractice lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard is the first name I give prospective clients with potential medical malpractice cases."

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Edward Flynn

Medical malpractice lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Richard for many years now, and he truly is a great attorney who cares for his clients and fights tirelessly for them. In fact, I find myself routinely consulting with Richard on potential medical malpractice cases, and his advice is always spot-on. I have no reservation endorsing Richard to any prospective client."

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Donald Singleton

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard Mitchell is a consummate professional. He is smart, compassionate and cares about his clients deeply. I endorse Richard without qualification."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Jay Brownstein

Medical malpractice lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Richard is widely recognized as one of the top personal injury and medical malpractice plaintiff's attorneys in Georgia. I have known Richard for over 15 years, dating back to when I handled a wrongful death case he was defending (before Richard made the change to plaintiff's work). Since that time, I have frequently consulted with Richard on various injury cases and have also been privileged to represent his firm in business matters. Any client of Richard's should know they are represented by one of the best."

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John Hadden

Medical malpractice lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard Mitchell is, quite simply, one of the finest trial lawyers practicing today. I came to know him when we were opponents in a personal injury case early in my career, and was impressed by the fact that he was highly professional while also being extremely diligent in pursuing the maximum possible recovery for his client's case. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone with a serious personal injury or malpractice case, and would use him personally if the need were to arise."

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Thomas Holder

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard is an excellent attorney and good guy. Besides regular personal injury work, he also has a specialty in aviation cases. it is my pleasure to endorse him."

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Evan Jones

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard is a great, dedicated attorney who zealously represents his injured client's interests."

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Brian Cathey

Litigation lawyer

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Douglas Robinson

Insurance lawyer

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Edward Flynn

Personal injury lawyer

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Donald Singleton

Personal injury lawyer

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Jay Brownstein

Personal injury lawyer

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Joseph Wargo

Litigation lawyer

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Robin Clark

Personal injury lawyer

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Seth Kirschenbaum

Criminal defense lawyer

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Evan Jones

Medical malpractice lawyer

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Michael French

Intellectual property lawyer

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R. Federal

Brain injury lawyer

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Richard Jones

Personal injury lawyer

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Harry Winograd

Litigation lawyer

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Terrence Croft

Mediation lawyer

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Kenneth Shigley

Personal injury lawyer

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John Hadden

Personal injury lawyer

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Thomas Holder

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Georgia Superlawyer, Atlanta Magazine

2015

Georgia Super Lawyer, Atlanta Magazine

2014

Georgia Legal Elite for personal injury law, Georgia Trend Magazine

2014

Georgia Superlawyers, Atlanta Magazine

2013

Top rated in personal injury law, The American Lawyer

2013

Georgia Superlawyers, Atlanta Magazine

2012

Georgia Superlawyers, Atlanta Magazine

2011

Georgia Superlawyers, Atlanta Magazine

2010

Georgia Superlawyers, Atlanta Magazine

2009

Georgia Super Lawyers, Atlanta Magazine

2008

Georgia Super Lawyers, Atlanta Magazine

2007

Georgia Super Lawyers, Atlanta Magazine

2006

Georgia Super Lawyers, Atlanta Magazine

2005

Georgia Super Lawyers, Atlanta Magazine

2003

Named one of Georgia's Legal Elite for personal injury law, Georgia Trend Magazine

1990

Abe Schwartz Young Leadership Award, Atlanta Jewish Federation

1987

Ten Outstanding Young Atlantans, Outstanding Atlanta

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Partner, Mitchell & Shapiro LLP

1982 - 1997

Partner, Powell Goldstein Frazer & Murphy

Associations

1997 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

1997 - Present

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1982 - Present

Atlanta Bar Association

Member

1981 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

1988 - 1988

Aviation Section- Georgia Bar

Chairman

1985 - 1997

American Arbitration Association

Arbitrator

Sample of Legal Cases

Jenkins v DeKalb Medical Center

$1,500,000 verdict

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Education

1981

Stanford Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1978

University of Virginia

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2009

Georgia Trial Lawyers Annual Convention

Challenges to Physician Admission Exclusion

2002

National Business Institute

Personal Injury Settlements in Georgia

2002

Georgia Trial Lawyers

Program Chair, Issues in Professional Negligence Seminar

1999

Professional Education Systems

Sharpening Your Deposition Strategy

1994

Institute of Continuing Legal Education in Georgia

Spoliation of Evidence, Aviation Law Seminar

1991

Practicing Law Institute

Seminar on Insurance Excess and Reinsurance Coverage Disputes

1990

Institute of Product Liability Institute, Institute of Continuing Legal Education in Georgia

Evidentiary Issues in Products Liability Litigation

1989

Georgia State University Center for Continuing Legal Education

Claims for Psychic Injuries and Property Damage, Proof of Damages Seminar

1988

Aviation Law Seminar, Institute of Continuing Legal Education in Georgia

Jurisdictional Issues in Aviation Cases

Publications

1996

For The Defense (DRI, Defense Research Institute) It is 'Products Liability', Right

1996

Lawyers Cooperative Federal Practice Guide Responding to an Appeal and Voluntary Dismissal

1993

Federal Publications A Practical Guide To Ergonomics

1991

Homecare Products Liability: The Best Offense Is a Good Defense

1991

Homecare Products Liability: Think and Act Defensively

1990

Product Safety & Liability Reporter “Using Government Investigative Reports in Product Liability Litigation

Languages

English

Spanish

Portuguese

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