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Elizabeth Anne George
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Biography
Liz is a personal injury and civil litigation attorney in Atlanta. Her practice primarily focuses on serious personal injury cases of all types, including automobile accidents, trucking accidents, motorcycle accidents, premises liability, negligent security and/or hiring, product liability, professional malpractice, wrongful death and other cases involving serious or catastrophic injury or negligence.
After a brief career in sales and marketing, she went on to receive her law degree from Ohio Northern University where she graduated in the top 10% of her class with distinction. Liz began her legal career representing consumers and, in 2008, was recruited by a firm specializing in mortgage default services. In 2010, Liz was asked to join a newly formed firm where she became partner and handled various mortgage banking litigation.
In 2012, she left the life of billable hours and corporate representation to serve as a lobbyist and to assist her husband in expanding his growing practice, The Shah Law Firm where she is now specializes in catastrophic personal injury and civil litigation cases. Liz now serves as Managing Partner of The Shah Law Firm, as Parag has started a full time mediation practice at Miles Mediation.
Liz is a member of the Georgia Association of Women Lawyers (GAWL) and the Atlanta Bar Association. She has volunteered through Dress for Success; Atlanta Volunteer Lawyer’s Foundation; the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program; the pro bono Eviction Defense program; Fisher House; and the Getting2Tri Foundation. Liz previously served as a board member to, and Endowment Chair of, GAWL's charitable arm, the GAWL Foundation and as a Board Member of the Gandhi Worldwide Education Institute, handling their blogging, social media and grant work. Currently, Liz serves on the Board of Directors for the Nicholas House and is their Secretary, working to end family homelessness in Atlanta; and also serves on the Board of Directors for Side by Side Brain Injury Clubhouse, assisting those with traumatic brain injuries and their families and caregivers with everyday life.
Liz has been a speaker at, and contributed written materials to, CLE programs. She is also a featured speaker and adjunct faculty member, teaching courses on Jury Selection and Cross Examination, during Winter Term at Ohio Northern University's Claude W. Pettit College of Law each year.
Liz is "AV" rated by Martindale Hubbell and rated 10 out of 10 by . She has been nominated by SuperLawyers to the 2020 Georgia Rising Stars list. She is a founder of the continuing education and publishing company, MyCLE, and a contributing author of three Georgia pocketbooks: The Code Criminal & Traffic, The Code Civil and The Code Evidence ().
Although a lawyer by trade, Liz’s real passion is running and nutrition. She worked as a yoga teacher and in marketing and social media for evolation yoga in Midtown, Atlanta. Liz is also a RRCA certified running coach, a 250 hour Registered Yoga Teacher, a former Ambassador for the Xterra Racing Series, and her advice on running, fitness, and nutrition has been featured in running related blogs, websites, and publications including a chapter on trail running in, “Triathlon for the Every Woman,” by Meredith N. Atwood.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
70%
15 years
Litigation
20%
18 years
Bankruptcy and Debt
5%
20 years
Criminal Defense
5%
15 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Georgia for 19 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
Shah Law Firm
The Peachtree, 1355 Peachtree Street, Suite 1800, Atlanta, GA, 30309
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Posted by Michaela | September 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Awesome Experience with Elizabeth!
Ms. George was a major help to me during my case. I was in a car accident where the other driver was at fault. She worked hard to make sure I got everything that was due to me as well as reducing the medical fees that I owed. She was very kind and patient with me during the process, making sure I had...
Posted by Troy | November 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Very professional
Elizabeth worked very hard on my case to lower my medical bills to a fraction of the original bill and in some cases , eliminated the entire amount. She worked well after I had my settlement, to make sure that all details were taken care of. Also, she kept me informed of everything she did in my case...
Posted by Paul A. | June 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
The Pleasure of Professionalism
Elizabeth George was not only dedicated to me as a client but was the pure definition of professional. From the way she conducted and carried herself all the way to her attention of the most intricate details that went into preparing my case. Anytime she had something for me to look over she would l...
Posted by Keyla | August 25, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Terrific
I really like Elizabeth George. She helped me things outside of my case. It didn't matter what time I texted, called, or emailed her, she would get back in touch with in a timely manner. I never felt out of the loop with my case. Almost two years flew by and it didn't even feel like it. Her and Parag...
Posted by Dodie | August 13, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent One on One interaction and results
If the need arises I will not hesitate to use Elizabeth George as my attorney again. Such a pleasure to work with in such a frustrating situation. I was kept in the loop and knew everything that was going on from the get go. And my case was handled and settled in less than a year.
Elizabeth Anne George's Lawyer Endorsements
"Liz is an excellent attorney with a superb reputation amongst her peers. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for an attorney."
"Elizabeth George is a highly skilled attorney with exceptional knowledge of the law. She has a strong work ethic and great heart. Her and her husband are a power team that consistently deliver results. It is a pleasure to know her and amazing to watch them succeed year after year."
Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington
Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I was opposing counsel to Ms. George in a hotly contested bankruptcy matter. She did not solicit my review for this or any other website. She has always been professional, courteous and certainly is a great lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Responses are clear and complete. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of BK law."
"An excellent litigator! Elizabeth has experience with some of the most complex matters an attorney can handle, and she is able to complete them with ease. She is a fighter, but yet has the compassion and understanding that anyone would want from their counselor. I endorse Elizabeth wholeheartedly."
"I had the pleasure of working with Elizabeth at my previous firm. She is incredibly intelligent, hard working and driven. Her skills exceed many of the attorneys I have encountered in my years of practice."
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"I am in-house counsel for a national field services company and have had Liz handle several matters for us and have always been happy with her representation. She is practical, efficient, responsive and a hard worker. Highly recommend her."
"Elizabeth is an outstanding attorney who gets results for her clients."
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"Elizabeth is a hard, motivated worker who excels in various and, dare I say, difficult litigation fields. She is the lawyer this community needs. I highly endorse her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Liz is an excellent litigator and researcher. This makes her perfect for almost any of your legal needs."
"Liz is a great lawyer who really knows her stuff. Plus, she can literally run to court if necessary."
"Elizabeth is a well-respected attorney with great experience in both criminal law and personal injury law. I am happy to endorse her in both fields."
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"Liz is a fierce trial lawyer with a reputation for intelligent and aggressive representation. If you need a litigator, she is the best."
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Experience
Honors
2020
2020 Georgia Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
Committee Star Award, Georgia Association of Women Lawyers
2006
Outstanding Scholar Award, Ohio Northern University
N/A
Book Award - Constitutional Law, Ohio Northern University
N/A
Book Award - Criminal Procedure, Ohio Northern University
N/A
Book Award - Employment Discrimination, Ohio Northern University
N/A
Book Award - Law & Literature, Ohio Northern University
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Vice President, MyCLE
2014 - Present
Adjunct Professor, Ohio Northern University College Of Law
2012 - Present
Managing Partner, The Shah Law Firm
2010 - Present
Co-founder, PL Law Group, LLC
2009 - Present
Vice President, PL Properties, Inc.
2009 - Present
, Admitted to Northern District of Georgia
2009 - Present
, Admitted to Georgia Supreme Court
2009 - Present
, Admitted to Georgia Court of Appeals
2009 - Present
Admittetd, 11th Circuit Court of Appeals
2009 - Present
Vice President, PL Hospitality, Inc.
2007 - Present
President, Elizabeth Books, LLC
2012 - 2012
Partner, Litigation, Aldridge Connors, LLP
2010 - 2012
Associate, Litigation, Aldridge Connors LLP
2010 - 2011
Managing Attorney, National Default Management, Aldridge Connors, LLP
2008 - 2010
Litigation Attorney, McCalla Raymer, LLC
2007 - 2008
Attorney, King and King
2006 - 2007
Attorney, King & Spalding LLP
2006 - 2006
Legal Intern, Legal Aid of Western Ohio
2006 - 2006
Legal Intern, Lima Municipal Public Defender
2005 - 2005
Legal Intern - Juvenile Section, Office of the Attorney General, District of Columbia
2005 - 2005
Program Assistant, Public Service Law Network
2004 - 2005
Research Assistant, Ohio Northern University
2004 - 2004
Judicial Extern, Hancock County Court of Common Pleas
2002 - 2003
Manager, Angelina's
2002 - 2002
Marketing & Sales, WTAE-TV, ABC Affiliate
Associations
2018 - Present
Side by Side Brain Injury ClubhouseBoard Director
2016 - Present
Nicholas HouseSecretary, Boad of Directors
2010 - 2012
Georgia Association of Women Lawyer's FoundationCouncil Member
2009 - 2017
National Association of Women LawyersMember
2009 - 2012
International Women's Insolvency and Restructuring ConfederationCommunity Service Committee Member
2009 - 2017
Atlanta Bar AssociationMember
2008 - 2012
American Bankruptcy InstituteMember
2007 - 2012
Metro Atlanta Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys GroupMember
2007 - 2012
Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers FoundationMember
2006 - 2017
Georgia Association for Women LawyersMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Salvador v. Bank of America et al; 456 B.R. 610
Motion Granted in Part
Williamson et al v. Washington Mutual Home Loans, Inc.
The order of the bankruptcy court was affirmed.
Cronin v. Homesales, Inc.
Judgment Affirmed
Education
2006
Ohio Northern University
Juris Doctor
2001
Waynesburg College
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2017
Proving Pain, Suffering and More in Personal Injury Cases
Maximizing Pain and Suffering Damages
2016
Doing Well and Being Well in the Law: A Guide for Managing Professional Success
The Case for Attorney Wellness: Why Personal Wellness Matters for a Successful Law Practice
2014
Legal Problem Solving and Analysis Winter Term
Professionalism, Navigating Law School, and the Job Search
2012
USFN Loan Management and Servicing Seminar
Negotiable Instruments, Assignments and MERS
2012
USFN Loan Management and Servicing Conference
The Dodd Frank Act
2012
Foreclosure Bootcamp
Foreclosure & Defending Lenders
2011
Keeping Up in Down Times: A Professional Development Seminar for Women in the Profession
How to Craft Your Own Legal Job with Contract, Temp and Solo Work
2011
Keeping Up in Down Times
Professionalism
2010
USFN loan Management and Servicing Seminar
Qualified Written Request Under RESPA
2010
Georgia Title Standards
Chapter 21 - Bankruptcy
2009
Real Property Foreclosure CLE
Non-Judicial Foreclosure from Beginning to End
2009
Consumer and Business Bankruptcy
Lenders in Individual and Consumer Cases - Dealing with Them and Representing Them
Publications
2019
MyCLE
The Code, Civil Edition
2019
2019
2010
The Deal Watch Blog
The Park at Briarcliff Foreclosure
Languages
English