Employment Law & More Attorney · Serving Atlanta, GA · 42+ Years Experience
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About Daniel C. Kniffen at a Glance
Daniel C. Kniffen is an Of Counsel based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Drew Eckl & Farnham, LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on employment and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1984) and Georgia State Supreme Court of Georgia United States District Courts for Northern and Middle Distric (1984). Educated at Mercer University (J.D., 1984) and Mercer University (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel C. Kniffen
- Mr. Daniel C. Kniffen is a lawyer practicing employment law, workers' compensation
- Daniel received a B.A. degree from Mercer University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Daniel practices at Drew Eckl & Farnham, LLP in Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel C. Kniffen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel C. Kniffen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Atlanta.
Employment Law in Atlanta
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Daniel C. Kniffen is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Georgia →
Workers Compensation in Atlanta
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Daniel C. Kniffen is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Georgia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Atlanta
Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Atlanta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Atlanta Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Atlanta-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Atlanta Choose Daniel C. Kniffen
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Daniel C. Kniffen's practice in the field of employment and workers comp.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel C. Kniffen brings 42+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Georgia and Georgia State Supreme Court of Georgia United States District Courts for Northern and Middle Distric, Daniel C. Kniffen can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment and workers comp, Daniel C. Kniffen can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Atlanta
A Atlanta-based practice means Daniel C. Kniffen attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Daniel C. Kniffen Handles in Atlanta
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel C. Kniffen has experience with under Georgia law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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