Steven W Hardy

Steven W Hardy

5.0
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 34 years

Litigation Lawyer at Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas: Litigation, Intellectual Property, Copyright Infringement ... +2 more

1050 Crown Pointe Parkway, Suite #500, Atlanta, GA

About Steven

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Intellectual Property 20%

I represent companies in copyright, trademark and trade secret disputes.

33 years | 30 cases

20%
Litigation 20%

I represent businesses and business owners in complex litigation matters, disputes between shareholders and partners, disputes over covenants not to compete, and breach of contract disputes.

36 years | 150 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-300 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 31 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1994

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Delaware for 34 years

State: Delaware

Acquired: 1991

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Steven W Hardy

1050 Crown Pointe Parkway, Suite #500, Atlanta, GA, 30338

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Steven W Hardy's Reviews

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5 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | September 27, 2013

Great Business Attorney in Atlanta

We have been very pleased with Steve's service and performance. Our business at times involves complex legal issues related to evolving internet law. We know we can rely on Steve to be well informed on these issues and offer sound counsel based on both recent events and his experience in other aspect...s of the law. We know from experience that it can be quite frustrating to work with some attorneys. In some cases it can even be difficult to get them to return important phone calls in a timely manner. This is not the case with Steve. We have always felt that he was available to answer our questions when needed. We highly recommend him to those in search of business legal counsel.

Posted by Tom | September 26, 2013

Business to business dispute over collections and a verbal agreement

I had a case that was dragging out over 20 months, I needed a new lawyer. I contacted 6 six litigators,3 flat out turned the case down, two were not sure if they could help me or not. Mr. Hardy was willing to jump right in and do whatever it would take. He was easy to work with, honest, his advis...e was straight forward, he explained things the way I could understand and his fees were reasonable. Within 60 days I had an acceptable settlement, case closed. I could now focus on my business again. I would highly recommend Steve Hardy!

Posted by Dr Christopher L Hansen, DC | September 26, 2013

Consummate Professional – Excellent Advocate

I unreservedly and unequivocally recommend Steven Hardy. I hold him in the highest possible regard. Steven represented me in a difficult case related to breach of contract in a sweat-equity partnership agreement. As a young doctor I was seemingly powerless to defend myself against the firm for ...wrongful termination, to recoup unpaid wages, and to recover value for the sweat equity that I had invested for future partnership. Steven carefully listened to my impression of the situation to understand my specific problem. He reviewed all of the documentation I provided. Then he began to focus on what my objectives were and my specific needs. We discussed options and the implications of each. Steven’s organization of the presentation of my case was excellent. It was concise and logical – and even though it was complicated, it was easy for the judge to understand. He encouraged me to present the evidence in first person. When contradictory positions were presented he quickly and effectively diminished their truthfulness and validity rendering them unimportant. We received judgment in our favor. In the courtroom Steven made it look easy. I’ve heard it said that, “If getting judgment was easy getting settlement won’t be.” Ours was no exception to the cliché. Steven continued to exhibit excellence and methodical effectiveness as he undertook the actions to gain an effective settlement. The defense feinted appeal, dropping their case at the eleventh hour due to his posture and continued pressure. Nonetheless we were required to conduct an asset seizure to satisfy the award. Throughout the defense’s façades and charades he assured me that the legal process would prevail. Thanks to him it did. The intimidation, slander and deep-pockets of the firm were no match.

Posted by Timothy | September 24, 2013

Good honest legal assistance-Steve Hardy

I was led to Steve by another attorney. Steve, unlike the other guy was forthright, fair and amazingly helpful. Myself and my partners needed advice about a business deal and Steve did an excellent job protecting our interests and keeping us informed. I think the world of this guy as an attorney a...nd recommend him to anyone for both his competence and his honesty.

Posted by Clif | September 19, 2013

Steve Hardy review

Steve Hardy has handled several litigation cases for us. He has helped us win every case to date. He is extremely knowledgeable and carefully approaches each action for our benefit. I have watched Steve in front of Judges as well as Arbitrators and he has handled himself professionally and been a gre...at asset for us. I would recommend using Steve if you believe in your case and you want someone to pursue justice. The one thing Steve will not do is chase rabbits that will not be productive or could potentially harm you. I would definitely use him again.

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"I endorse this lawyer. He has displayed tremendous knowledge and litigation skills on various complex matters, from federal and state court cases to corporate, finance, and other transactional matters."

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2013

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Owner, Steven W. Hardy, LLC

2002 - 2008

Special Counsel, Friend, Hudak & Harris, LLP

1998 - 2002

Special Counsel, Holland & Knight

1994 - 1998

Associate, Booth, Wade & Campbell

1991 - 1994

Associate, Skadden Arps Slate Meagher & Flom

1990 - 1991

Law Clerk to Judge William T. Allen, Delaware Court of Chancery

Associations

1988 - 1990

California Law Review

Associate Editor

1985 - 1987

Phi Kappa Phi

Member

1985 - 1987

Golden Key National Honor Society

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Willesen v. Ernest Communications

Reversed (victory for my client)

InternetShopsInc.com v. Six C Consulting, Inc.

Summary judgment for my client on claim for damages

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Education

1990

University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

Brigham Young University

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2006

March Meeting

Eleven Ways to Avoid Legal Liability

Publications

2007

Verdict, the Journal of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association Overview to the E-Discovery Amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure

2004

Georgia State Bar Technology Law Section Newsletter Proving Infringement of Software Copyrights

Languages

Spanish

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