Practice areas
Federal Sector EEO Cases; Employment Discrimination (private sector); Wrongful Termination; Retaliation; Sexual Harassment; Wage and Hour Claims; Family and Medical Leave: Unemployment Appeals; Severance Agreement Review and Negotiation; Employment Contracts
12 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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GA | Active Member in Good Standing | 2010 | 04/17/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Georgia Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2018 |
Georgia Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2017 |
Georgia Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2016 |
Top 40 Under 40 | The National Black Lawyers | 2016 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner | The Shelton Law Practice, LLC | 2013 - Present |
Litigation Associate | Melville Johnson, P.C. | 2012 - 2012 |
Independent Contractor | Various Small Firms | 2011 - 2011 |
Administrative Hearing Officer | Georgia Department Of Labor | 2010 - 2010 |
Judicial Intern | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Atlanta District Office | 2010 - 2010 |
Legal Intern | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Atlanta District Office | 2009 - 2010 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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National Employment Lawyers Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
National Employment Lawyers Association (Georgia chapter) | Member | 2013 - Present |
State Bar of Georgia, Committee on Professionalism | Committee Member | 2013 - Present |
State Bar of Georgia | Member | 2010 - Present |
Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys | Secretary | 2013 - 2014 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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John Marshall Law School, Atlanta | JD - Juris Doctor | 2010 |
University of California - Los Angeles | MA - Masters | 2007 |
Spelman College | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2003 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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What Every Family Lawyer Needs to Know Seminar | What Every Family Lawyer Needs to Know About Business & Employment Law (Panel Moderator) | 2013 |
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Jason Marcus, Employment and labor Attorney on Jan 21, 2021
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I routinely recommend potential clients with employment law issues to Cherri. She is one of the best employment attorneys in the state. We have worked together on various matters, and so have seen her in action, and I was very impressed with her professionalism, aggressive approach, and the outcome for the client. Highly recommended!
Danielle Obiorah, Employment and labor Attorney on Dec 5, 2017
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
Attorney Shelton is an excellent attorney. She is thorough and a very effective communicator. I do not hesitate to refer matter to her.
Jason Marcus, Employment and labor Attorney on Jan 21, 2021
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I routinely recommend potential clients with employment law issues to Cherri. She is one of the best employment attorneys in the state. We have worked together on various matters, and so have seen her in action, and I was very impressed with her professionalism, aggressive approach, and the outcome for the client. Highly recommended!
Danielle Obiorah, Employment and labor Attorney on Dec 5, 2017
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
Attorney Shelton is an excellent attorney. She is thorough and a very effective communicator. I do not hesitate to refer matter to her.
G. Hall, Employment and labor Attorney on Mar 8, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Very dedicated and passionate employment attorney.
Dale Richardson, Unknown Attorney on Oct 30, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Ms. Shelton is detail oriented and works to exceed client expectations. I endorse this lawyer.
Marcus Keegan, Employment and labor Attorney on Sep 20, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Cherri is a sharp attorney with great attention to detail and a passion for employment law issues.
Shaun Southworth, Employment and labor Attorney on Jun 16, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Ms. Shelton cares about her clients and is a dedicated advocate.
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