Cherri Latoya Shelton
also known as Cherri L. Shelton
About Cherri
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
13 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
30%-40%
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Georgia for 15 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Shelton Law Practice, LLC
400 Galleria Parkway, Suite 1500, Atlanta, GA, 30339
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Cherri Latoya Shelton's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
20 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by anonymous | September 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Satisfied Client!
I quickly had to get legal counsel to handle severance negotiations and luckily for me, a family friend and attorney referred me to Attorney Shelton. The rapport and guidance was outstanding at all times, prompt, timely and open for calls and quick updates, and worked through all of the questions and...
Posted by anonymous | September 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Staggering Attorney
Attorney Shelton's successful reputation precedes her. I was dealing with an employer who has violated every code in the book of employment. She owned my case and won it with flying colors.
Posted by Joseph | March 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Discrimination
Awesome Attorney!
Ms. Shelton represented me in a disability discrimination case. She is very professional, detailed oriented, knowledgeable, and she truly cares about her clients. Ms. Shelton was precise when it came to making a strategic plan for my case and she kept me informed about every step of the process. I...
Posted by Crystal | February 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Discrimination
Program Analyst
Ms. Shelton represented me in a discriminatory case. She pays very close attention to detail and was always one step ahead. She is very professional and knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend her and hire her again if need be. Thank you Ms. Shelton for your dedication and hard work on my cas...
Posted by Lee | February 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Cherri Shelton
Cherri was great to work with, very professional and courteous. Seemed to be very savvy in her area of expertise, which is employment law. She kept me up to date with status, despite a delayed response from the potential defendant.
Cherri Latoya Shelton's Lawyer Endorsements
"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!"
"Attorney Shelton is an excellent attorney. She is thorough and a very effective communicator. I do not hesitate to refer matter to her."
"Very dedicated and passionate employment attorney."
"Ms. Shelton is detail oriented and works to exceed client expectations. I endorse this lawyer."
"Cherri is a sharp attorney with great attention to detail and a passion for employment law issues."
"Ms. Shelton cares about her clients and is a dedicated advocate."
Employment and labor lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Business lawyer
Employment and labor lawyer
Employment and labor lawyer
Experience
Honors
2018
Georgia Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
Georgia Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2016
Georgia Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2016
Top 40 Under 40, The National Black Lawyers
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Owner, The Shelton Law Practice, LLC
2012 - 2012
Litigation Associate, Melville Johnson, P.C.
2011 - 2011
Independent Contractor, Various Small Firms
2010 - 2010
Judicial Intern, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Atlanta District Office
2010 - 2010
Administrative Hearing Officer, Georgia Department Of Labor
2009 - 2010
Legal Intern, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Atlanta District Office
Associations
2023 - Present
National Employment Lawyers Association (Georgia Chapter)Secretary
2013 - Present
National Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
2013 - Present
National Employment Lawyers Association (Georgia chapter)Member
2010 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
2013 - 2015
Georgia Association of Black Women AttorneysSecretary
2013 - 2018
State Bar of Georgia, Committee on ProfessionalismCommittee Member
Education
2010
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
MA - Masters
2003
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2023
VIEW FROM THE ADMINISTRATIVE BENCH: HANDLING FEDERAL SECTOR EEO CASES
2013
What Every Family Lawyer Needs to Know About Business & Employment Law (Panel Moderator)
Languages
English