$ 300-350 per hour
Eric K. Smith
About Eric
Biography
I am an employment attorney who specializes in post-employment restrictive covenants (e.g., non-compete, non-solicit, and non-recruitment provisions) and trade secret law. I also have expertise and experience with a wide range of employment law and HR-related matters, including: discrimination law; workplace harassment; whistleblower issues; workplace investigations; hiring, performance-management, and discharge; employment policies/procedures; family/medical leaves; and disability accommodation. I am a proficient litigator with considerable experience in both state and federal court.
I also perform third-party workplace investigations. I am a mediator as well.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Employment and Labor
90%
31 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Tennessee for 29 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Licensed in Georgia for 30 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
EKS Legal Solutions PC
8343 Roswell Rd Ste 303, Atlanta, GA, 30350-2810
Law Offices of Eric K. Smith
8343 Roswell Rd Ste 303, Atlanta, GA, 30350-2810
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Eric K. Smith's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Eric is an excellent labor and employment law practitioner who can provide representation and advice of the highest quality."
"I endorse this lawyer. Eric is an extremely strong advocate and one of the best employment lawyers in the Atlanta market."
"Eric has a clear idea of what his practice is and does it well. I consider him a valuable piece of my network and appreciate the collaborative resource he provides. I trust his counsel."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Eric Smith is one of best non-competition/trade secrets lawyers in Georgia. He's always done a fantastic job for clients. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Eric Smith is an exceptional attorney. I have worked both with him and for him. He critically analyzes the legal issues and facts in his matters to give practical, effective advice to his clients. He is a true advocate for his clients and delivers excellent client service."
"I practiced law with Eric for 9 years. Eric is one of the very best lawyers I have encountered in my 25 years of practice. His intellect, tenacity, integrity and commitment to his clients are second to none."
Experience
Honors
1995
Order of the Coif, University of Tennessee College of Law
1994
John W Green Merit Scholarship, University of Tennessee College of Law
1993
Vinson & Elkins Merit Scholarship, University of Tennessee College of Law
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Owner, EKS Legal Solutions, P.C.
2003 - 2015
Shareholder, Littler Mendelson, P.C.
1997 - 2003
Associate, Littler Mendelson, P.C.
1995 - 1997
Associate, Fisher & Phillips
Associations
1997 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law SectionMember
1996 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationMember
1995 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Wierengo v. Akal Security, Inc., 580 F. App'x 364 (6th Cir. 2014)
Prevailed on summary judgment motion. Affirmed on appeal to Sixth Circuit
German v. Akal Security, Inc., 2011 WL 5974619 (D. Md. 2011)
Prevailed on motion to dismiss.
Gilbert v. Country Music Ass’n, et al., 432 F. App'x 516 (6th Cir. 2011)
Prevailed on motion to dismiss (affirmed on appeal to Sixth Circuit.
Stannard v. Allegis Group, Inc., 2009 WL 1309751 (N.D. Ga. 2009)
Prevailed on motion to dismiss.
Palmer & Cay of Ga., Inc. v. Lockton Cos., Inc.
Prevailed in appellate court proceedings (see 643 S.E.2d 746 (Ga. App. 2007)) and achieved positive settlement for client.
Wachovia Ins. Servs., Inc. v. Paddison et al. 2006 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 66463 (S.D. Ga. 2006)
Prevailed on dispositive motions (see 2006 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 66463 (S.D. Ga. 2006)) and achieved positive settlement (including a consent injunction) for client.
Koren v. CIGNA Severance Pay Plan, 434 F. Supp. 2d 361 (D. S.C. 2006)
Prevailed on motion to dismiss.
Education
1995
University of Tennessee College of Law
1992
University of Tennessee
Speaking Engagements
2014
Corporate Counsel Institute
Restrictive Covenants and Non-Competes
2012
2012 Atlanta Employer Conference
Protecting Your Business’s Competitive Interests: Trade Secrets, Noncompetes and More
2011
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Conference
The New Era in Georgia Noncompete Law
2011
2011 Atlanta Employer Conference
Noncompetition Agreements: Good News and Lots of New Options for Georgia Employers
Publications
2014
Fulton County Daily Report
Lawyer Criticizes the Methodology of Summary Judgment Study
2011
Littler Mendelson ASAP
Georgia's Reenacted Restrictive Covenants Statute – A New Era in Georgia Noncompete Law Has Finally Arrived
2010
Littler Mendelson ASAP
The Long Wait for a New Era in Georgia's Law on Post-Employment Covenants May Last a Bit Longer
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers