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Rita M. Cherry

4.1
Rating: 6.9

Licensed for 29 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Civil Rights

1401 Peachtree Street N.E., Suite 500, Atlanta, GA

About Rita

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Employment and Labor 90%

Employment Discrimination, Disability Discrimination, Wage and Hour disputes, Family and Medical Leave Act, Americans With Disabilities Act, and Retaliation cases.

30 years | 1,500 cases

90%
Civil Rights 10%

Discrimination based on race, gender, religion, national origin, age, color, and disability.

30 years | 800 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 29 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1996

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Rita M. Cherry

1401 Peachtree Street N.E., Suite 500, Atlanta, GA, 30309

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Rita M. Cherry's Reviews

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4.1 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by Gregory | June 07, 2013 | Wrongful Termination

Thanks for saving my career...

Atty. Cherry was a God sent recommendation from a friend at a very difficult time in my life recently. I was wrongly terminated from a job that I loved and gave my all to perform at the highest levels in my industry. When notified of the termination, I was devastated, confused and was not sure of wha...t recourse to take. Although I live in another state, a friend recommended Ms. Cherry so I made contact with her. Upon reviewing my situation, she quickly eased my mind, while assuring me that she would fight this large company on my behalf. Once she was retained, she took immediate action, informing the company's lawyers that we were disputing allegations and I needed to be compensated for my services to the company. I was very pleased with the final outcome, as she fought this company to have my name cleared and negotiated a settlement that I could fell good about. With my mind clear, I quickly was hired by a competitor and my life back to normal. My old company started contacting my new employer claiming I was recruiting. This was of course making me uncomfortable. Ms.Cherry quickly contact them and demanded that these actions cease. I have not heard from them again. Thank you so much for restoring my faith in the system. Your dedication to your client is beyond reproach. You are decisive, a great communicator and most of all very knowledgeable and professional. I would highly recommend you.

Posted by anonymous | February 11, 2013

Couldn't have chosen a better attorney!

Seeking legal representation is alredy a difficult decision to make. Thankfully, Ms. Cherry came highly recommended. Often times we don't know what kind of lawyer we've just hired to assist us in bringing resolution to very important matters in our lives. Ms. Cherry never disappointed me and kept ...me informed every step of the way. She always had the answers to my questions and explained to me the options that best suited my situation. I felt great with her by my side. The most important experience was that she knows her stuff. She could answer my questions without having to "get back to me." She saw me through to the end and I am happy to say that my issue was well-resolved becuase Ms. Cherry is more than a competent attorney.

Posted by Edgard | February 11, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Very sharp and proactive attorney I would highly recommend to all my friends and family.

Attorney Cherry provided me with sound advice throughout the legal process and I was confident with her representation of my case. Attorney Cherry kept me well informed throughout the legal process and met with me regularly to strategize my defense and prepare me for the next steps. Her fees were v...ery reasonable as compared to her peers. I would highly recommend Attorney Cherry for all criminal, civil, employment or any other cases.

Posted by Allison | February 11, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great Lawyer, very Competent, Brillant!

Ms. Cherry took my case a few months ago when other attorneys turned my case down. She was very attentive, responsive and kept me informed through the entire process. Needless to say she won my case!

Posted by William | January 24, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Rita Cherry review. "Grossly incompetent"

Without a doubt the laziest, most incompetent lawyer I have ever encountered. Failed to even request evidence under discovery that I had asked her to. Failed to advise me of my rights. Failed to explain to me the consequences of a plea.

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Experience

Rating:  6.9 (Good)

Honors

N/A

Service Award, National Bar Association

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Employment Attorney, Cherry & Associates

Education

N/A

John Marshall (Atlanta)

Speaking Engagements

2011

St. Thomas, Virgin Islands

Employment Law

2010

Aruba

Employment Law

2009

Las Vegas

Americans With Disabilities Act

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