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William James Atkins
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About William
Biography
I am a partner at Warshauer Woodward Atkins, LLC, a law firm dedicated to representing clients in cases involving catastrophic personal injuries, medical malpractice and other complex torts. I have unique experience representing families of children injured or killed in day care centers and children victimized by sexual predators in educational, religious or youth service organizations.
I developed my passion for jury trials as a prosecutor in Douglas County, Georgia. I became a civil trial lawyer in 2001 and have earned a reputation as a tenacious trial lawyer. I have tried cases in Federal and State courts in Georgia, Florida, and Tennessee. I have secured multi-million dollar verdicts in every medical malpractice case I have tried to a jury, and secured multi-million dollar settlements for my clients in cases involving medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, civil rights, sexual abuse and day care center negligence.
I am admitted to practice in the Georgia Supreme Court, the Georgia Court of Appeals, the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals, and the Northern and Middle Districts of Georgia. I am a member of the State Bar of Georgia, the Atlanta Bar Association, the Cobb County Bar Association and the Lawyers Club of Atlanta.
I am a trial lawyer experienced in wrongful death, personal injury and civil rights matters.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
31 years
31 years
31 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-45%
Sometimes
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Georgia for 31 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
Gallery
Online Presence
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William James Atkins's Reviews
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10 Client Reviews
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Posted by Robyn | July 11, 2012 | Personal Injury
Excellent Attorney
I hired Bill Atkins to handle my personal injury case after a serious car accident. Mr. Atkins was a strong advocate for me and negotiated a substantial settlement from the insurance company. Mr. Atkins was always available to counsel me through the process and advise me of my options in the case....
Posted by anonymous | October 26, 2010
Very impressed
I've been in contact with Mr. Atkins the last few days and he has been more than helpful. He was very honest about my case and referred me to several local attorneys in order to be even more cost-efficient to his already reasonable prices. He's steered me in the right direction and has been above and...
Posted by Earl | October 25, 2010 | Appeals
Attorney Review
Attorney Atkins is very good knowledgable of federal and state case law. I have been very pleased with his representation in my civil case. Most recently, Attorney Atkins help me get a federal district court finding reversed in the federal court of appeal. I am very fortunate to have Attorney Atkins ...
Posted by anonymous | October 18, 2010 | Discrimination
Choose the Best in the Field
In 2003 I was demoted for an unknown reason after receiving a 4.7 out of a possible 5 rating on my annual evaluation. I called the office of William J. Atkins and explained the situation to the legal assistant. At 6 PM the following day Attorney Atkins called me to review my concerns. We set an ...
Posted by Jerry | October 15, 2010 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Review of William J Atkins
Mr. Atkins accepted and actively pursued an extremely complex and difficult case on our behalf. After a long and grueling 4 years, we prevailed in Federal Court, thanks in part to Mr. Atkins' tireless efforts.
William James Atkins's Lawyer Endorsements
"There is no attorney more prepared, more knowledgeable, more realistic, more professional, or more adaptable than Bill. I'd be honored to work with him on any matter, in any venue, at any time."
"Mr. Atkins and I go back many years. Few lawyers have the courtroom finesse and sharp verbal skills that Bill possesses. One of the best trial lawyers I know. He is focused on winning cases for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Bill and I were opposing counsel on a personal injury case. He did a fine job for his client and I would recommend him to anyone in need of a personal injury or civil rights attorney."
"I endorse William. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"William Atkins has enjoyed successes in both civil and criminal courts. His experience and skills have prepared him to diligently represent clients throughout the trial process. William takes the time to answer questions on avvo.com and his speaking engagements show his dedication to the legal profession. It is commendable that he shares his knowledge with the law community. I endorse William Atkins."
"I've known Bill for some time now and I can tell you no lawyer works harder for his clients. I've worked with him on a high-profile civil and criminal case and I've seen him work tirelessly on his client's behalf and find success where it seemed like there would be none. I've walked into courtrooms with him and you won't find a better prepared and better skilled litigator. He has expertise in personal injury, civil rights and criminal defense. His combination of knowledge of the law and skill in the courtroom make him a formidable adversary to anyone and a valuable advocate for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Bill is a highly skilled attorney who works hard for his clients. He also has an in-depth legal knowledge pertinent to his practice as well as a great courtroom presence. I highly recommend Bill and his work."
"I have known and worked on matters with Bill for many years. He is a fine trial lawyer, with successes in personal injury, civil rights, employment and criminal matters. He is talented and very hard working. You will be pleased with his representation. Terrence Lee Croft, Esq."
"Bill Atkins is the lawyer that other lawyers go to for advice and counsel in the area of civil rights law. His expertise in areas such as police and prosecutorial misconduct are second to none. You won't find a better advocate than Bill. I highly recommend him."
Criminal defense lawyer
Insurance lawyer
Mediation lawyer
Medical malpractice lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
1995
Best Oralist, Moot Court Society at Emory Law School
N/A
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Partner, Warshauer Woodward Atkins
2014 - 2022
Partner, Edmond, Lindsay & Atkins, LLP
2011 - 2014
Member, Atkins & Fife, LLC
2008 - 2010
Member, Atkins & Attwood, LLC
2000 - 2008
Partner, Parks, Chesin & Walbert, P.C.
1999 - 2000
Associate, Drew Eckl & Farnham, LLP
1996 - 1999
Assistant District Attorney, Douglas County District Attorney's Office
Associations
2008 - Present
Georgia Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Cobb County Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Lawyers Club of AtlantaMember
1999 - Present
Atlanta Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
Lamar Inns of CourtMaster
Sample of Legal Cases
Jury Verdict: $3,401,000.00
$3020,330
Jury Verdict - $3,500,000.00
$750,000.00
$600,000.00 - Settlement
$1,000,000.00 Jury Verdict
$954,000.00 verdict, affirmed on appeal (10/14/2010)
$475,000.00 verdict; 172,000.00 Fee Award.
$268,000.00
$288,000.00 Verdict/$430,000.00 Settlement
$350,000.00 Verdict; Confidential Post-Trial Settlement
$884,000.00 Verdict
Not Guilty
Guilty Verdict Affirmed on Appeal
Education
1994
Juris Doctor
1991
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
False Arrest & Malicious Prosecution - State and Federal Claims
2012
False Arrest & Excessive Force Claims
2009
False arrest & Malicious Prosecution
2008
Retaliatory Prosecution and the First Amendment
2008
Constitutionality of Summary Judgment
2007
Employment Law - Damages Valuation
2007
Qualified Immunity
2006
Qualified Immunity
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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