Atty. Frank B. Shuster

Atty. Frank B. Shuster

After graduating from Emory Law School, Frank worked as an Associate General Counsel for the International Brotherhood of Teamsters in Washington, DC. In 1978, Frank returned to Atlanta to become a trial attorney with the NLRB, after which he was a Partner in the law firm of Shuster, King & King, representing unions and employees.

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Profile Summary

About Frank B. Shuster at a glance

Frank B. Shuster is a employment and litigation attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1976) and Georgia (1979). Educated at Emory University (J.D., 1976) and University of Maryland (BA, 1973). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • After graduating from Emory Law School, Frank worked as an Associate General Counsel for the International Brotherhood of Teamsters in Washington, DC
  • In 1978, Frank returned to Atlanta to become a trial attorney with the NLRB, after which he was a Partner in the law firm of Shuster, King & King, representing unions and employees
  • Frank joined Constangy in 1992 and became a Managing Member in 1994
  • Frank currently co-chairs our Litigation Section in Atlanta

Practice Areas Explained

Frank B. Shuster's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Frank B. Shuster handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Frank B. Shuster is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Georgia →

Civil Litigation

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 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 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 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 Frank B. Shuster

Where is Frank B. Shuster's law office located?
Frank B. Shuster's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Frank B. Shuster handle?
Frank B. Shuster focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Frank B. Shuster practiced law?
Frank B. Shuster has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Frank B. Shuster go to law school?
Frank B. Shuster earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (BA, 1973).
How can I contact Frank B. Shuster for a consultation?
You can contact Frank B. Shuster 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 Frank B. Shuster received?
Frank B. Shuster's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants.

Education

J.D.
Emory University
- 1976
BA
University of Maryland
- 1973

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Peer Review Rated By Martindale-Hubbell
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Appointed by Governor Joe Frank Harris to serve as Special Master in employment disputes involving public employees
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1976
Georgia
Admitted: 1979

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