Atty. David H. Hanks

Atty. David H. Hanks

About David H. Hanks View website Awards AV Preeminent Peer Rated This elite award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for their very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 4.5 or higher.

Augusta Augusta 56 yrs experience 56 year
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Profile Summary

About David H. Hanks at a glance

David H. Hanks is a Retired Partner based in Augusta, Georgia, practicing at Fulcher Hagler LLP. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1970). Educated at University of Georgia (J.D., 1970) and Emory University (B.B.A., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Augusta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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About David H. Hanks View website

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Rated This elite award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for their very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 4.5 or higher. About Awards

Client Champion Awards

Client Champion awards recognize those attorneys who excel at service as affirmed by their clients. The awards, based on the quantity and quality of an attorney’s Martindale-Hubbell client reviews, demonstrate an ongoing commitment to delivering excellent client service. Award recipients stand out from their peers with a platinum, gold or silver icon.

At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.

At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.

Martindale Peer Awards

A lawyer who receives a minimum threshold of qualifying responses from fellow attorneys can qualify for one of three prestigious Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings:

AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.

David H. Hanks got this award in 2021

Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.

Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.

Avvo Awards

Avvo Top Contributor: The Avvo Top Contributor Award is granted to attorneys who have earned significant contribution points in a given year on our sister site, Avvo.com. Contribution points are earned by answering questions in Q&A, publishing Legal Guides, and other useful contributions to the Avvo community.

Avvo Client’s Choice: The Avvo Client's Choice Award Badge is granted to attorneys with a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a given year.

Practice Areas Explained

David H. Hanks's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David H. Hanks handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

David H. Hanks is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Georgia →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

David H. Hanks is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Georgia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

David H. Hanks is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Georgia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

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 Augusta 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David H. Hanks

Where is David H. Hanks's law office located?
David H. Hanks's law practice is located in Augusta, Georgia. The firm is Fulcher Hagler LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David H. Hanks handle?
David H. Hanks focuses on medical malpractice, workers comp, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has David H. Hanks practiced law?
David H. Hanks has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did David H. Hanks go to law school?
David H. Hanks earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (B.B.A., 1962).
How can I contact David H. Hanks for a consultation?
You can contact David H. Hanks directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David H. Hanks received?
David H. Hanks's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Georgia
- 1970
B.B.A.
Emory University
- 1962

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1970

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