Civil Rights & More Attorney · Serving Atlanta, GA · 31+ Years Experience
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About David E. Gevertz at a Glance
David E. Gevertz is a Vice Chair, Labor & Employment Department based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on discrimination, family law, employment, class action, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1995), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia (1995), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1997), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Georgia and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth and Sixth Circuits (1998). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1995) and Emory University (B.A. Political, 1992). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David E. Gevertz
- Mr. David E. Gevertz is a lawyer practicing civil rights, employment litigation, class actions and 5 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from Emory University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
- David practices at Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC in Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas Explained
David E. Gevertz's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David E. Gevertz handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Atlanta.
Workplace Discrimination in Atlanta
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Family Law in Atlanta
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Employment Law in Atlanta
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
David E. Gevertz is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Georgia →
Class Action in Atlanta
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Civil Litigation in Atlanta
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 David E. Gevertz
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 David E. Gevertz's practice in the field of discrimination, family law, employment, class action, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David E. Gevertz brings 31+ 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, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit, David E. Gevertz can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering discrimination, family law, and employment, David E. Gevertz 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 David E. Gevertz 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 David E. Gevertz Handles in Atlanta
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