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Matthew Wilson Herrington
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Biography
My practice focuses primarily on Employment and Labor Law, with a focus on FLSA Minimum Wage and Overtime Litigation and Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) litigation. I also have extensive experience in disputes involving employee benefits (e.g., pensions, group life insurance), forced labor and human trafficking, and various forms of illegal retaliation.
Much of my career has been dedicated to combatting misclassification and tip theft on behalf of nightclub and food service workers. In recent years, my focus has grown to include protection of employees from predatory employment contracts seeking to enforce illegal "tuition repayment" provisions (a/k/a "TRAPs," training repayment agreement provisions). I regularly work in federal courts throughout Georgia and nationwide, both at the trial and appellate levels.
Fighting for Overtime, Minimum Wages, and FMLA Leave are what I do BEST!
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Employment and Labor
90%
Appeals
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 405-405 per hour
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2021
Licenses
Licensed in Georgia for 12 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Caldwell Bridgers & Benjamin, LLC
1425-A Dutch Valley Place NE, Atlanta, GA, 30324
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Posted by Denzel | March 08, 2024 | Employment & Labor
The best attorney I know
He helped me settle a dispute over my former employers demanding unjust money from me. Whenever I called him he would immediately answer and resolved whatever questions I have. Communication was perfect and I could not have asked for a better lawyer.
Posted by Kyle | April 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
This guy is fantastic.
I don't know much about the ins and outs of the law, but Matt was fantastic at explaining things that even a simple man like myself could understand. They worked hard on my case for a long time. Were always professional and put my best interest first. They will always be my first recommendation.
Posted by anonymous | April 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Great communication
Matthew Herrington has been a blessing in my life. From start to finish he kept me in the know every step of the way and was extremely easy to communicate with. He always returned emails and calls in a timely manner. Mr. Herrington exceeded my expectations with my settlement. I would recommend him to...
Matthew Wilson Herrington's Lawyer Endorsements
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"Matthew is a strong advocate for his clients. I had the pleasure of working against him on a case. He was sharp and relentless. However, we have remained friends, which is always the sign of a great attorney."
"I know Matthew from law school, and we have maintained personal and professional contact since then. It is rare that you find someone who is so interested, hardworking, and exceptional in a practice area. Matthew is an excellent attorney, and I know that he serves his clients well."
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Experience
Honors
2010
John Alton Hosch, Lumpkin, and Law School Assoc. Scholarships, University of Georgia School of Law
Work Experience
2026 - Present
Of Counsel, Caldwell Bridgers & Benjamin, LLC
2021 - 2026
Of Counsel, DeLong Caldwell Bridgers Fitzpatrick & Benjamin, LLC
2020 - 2021
Senior Associate Attorney, DeLong Caldwell Bridgers Fitzpatrick & Benjamin, LLC
2014 - 2019
Associate Attorney, Delong, Caldwell, Bridgers, Fitzpatrick & Benjamin
2013 - 2014
Associate Attorney, Smith Collins, LLC
2011 - 2013
Law Clerk (Part-Time), The Pate Law Firm
Associations
National Employment Lawyers Association - Georgia Affiliate
Member
State Bar of Georgia
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Raines v. Top H Enterprises, LLC, 1:24-cv-03954-LMM (N.D. Ga.)
Judgment in favor of plaintiff for a total of approximately $94,000. The case involved failure to pay minimum wage, tip stealing, and tax fraud of a tipped restaurant worker.
Burke v. W.A. Kendall & Company, LLC, Case No. 1:25-cv-4263-VMC (N.D. Ga.)
$113,500 settlement for general foreman of a tree-trimming company who was paid straight time only (no overtime) and with substantial off-the-clock work.
Fortuno et al. v. YPL Enterprise, LLC et al., Case No. 1:21-cv-02217-SCJ (N.D. Ga.),
Judgment for $147K in favor of the Plaintiffs
McKinley v. Club Miami, LLC et al., Case No. 1:23-cv-05737-AT (N.D. Ga.)
Settlement for $27,000
Kelley v. La Scala Mediterranean Bistro, LLC et al, Case No. 4:23-cv-00006-WMR (N.D. Ga.)
Settlement for $40,000
Fowler et al. v. OSP Prevention Group, Inc. et al., Appeal No. 19-12277 (11th Cir.)
Grant of summary judgment to Defendants REVERSED; Denial of summary judgment to Plaintiffs REVERSED
Hurst v. Youngelson et al.
Settled for $430,000
Weakland et al. v. Unique Refinishers, Inc.
Settled for $165,000
Greene v. Tyler Technologies, Inc.
Summary judgment granted to plaintiff on overtime exemption issue. Confidential settlement.
Wilson et al. v. 1400 Northside Drive, Inc. et al.
$800,000 judgment in favor of Plaintiffs
Moore v. Americus Restaurant Group, Inc., 1:17-cv-107-WLS (M.D. Ga.)
Settled
Dean v. 1715 Northside Drive, Inc. et al.
Case settled for $100,000
Mayes v. 1715 Northside Drive, Inc. et al.
Case settled for $50,000
Martin v. Jobo's, Inc. d/b/a BJ Roosters
After a bench trial, the court awarded our client $67K, plus attorney's fees, which was 100% of the damages he sought. This result forced the Defendant to settle a second case against another of our firm's clients for the full value of his claims.
FLSA minimum wage case settled
Settled
Obtained dismissal of discrimination lawsuit
All claims dismissed
FLSA Minimum Wage
Settled
Wrongful Foreclosure Dismissal Reversed
Reversed
Minimum wage settlement
Settled favorably without litigation in less than one month
Class Certification of FLSA Collective
Employment benefits litigation
Case favorably settled in a matter of weeks, even though the policy had already been paid out to another party
Minimum wage litigation
Settlement in high 5-figures within 4 months of client's first contact
Denied Pension Benefits Reinstated
Settled confidentially
Pregnancy discrimination matter settled pre-suit
Settled for over $50,000
Education
2013
University of Georgia School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
Harvard University
MA - Masters
2004
Florida State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2022
NELA-GA Annual Employment Law Seminar
Fair Labor Standards Act Caselaw Update
2021
NELA-GA Annual Employment Law Seminar
Fair Labor Standards Act Caselaw Update
2018
NELA-GA Annual Employment Law Seminar
Motions for Directed Verdict in the Plaintiff's Employment Law Case (Panel Chair)
Publications
2018
Fulton County Daily Report
Swinging Richards' Male Strippers Awarded $800K in Unpaid Wages
Languages
Russian
Portuguese
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
“Can an employment contract repayment clause be enforced if a nurse cannot complete hours due to a w
15 Mar 2026
Q&A
Is it legal for an employer to switch me from salary to 1099 where I'll make less and have to work?
24 Feb 2026
Q&A
Is my pay situation fair?
07 Jan 2026