Business And Commercial Law & More Attorney · Serving Atlanta, GA · 45+ Years Experience
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About Gene E. Massafra at a Glance
Gene E. Massafra is an Of Counsel based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Wasson, Sours & Harris, PC. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1981) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1981). Educated at Woodrow Wilson College of Law (J.D., 1978) and Georgia State University (B.B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Gene E. Massafra
- Mr. Gene E. Massafra is a lawyer practicing business and commercial law, labor and employment, personal injury and 2 other areas of law
- Gene received a B.B.A. degree from Georgia State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Gene practices at Wasson, Sours & Harris, PC in Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas Explained
Gene E. Massafra's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gene E. Massafra handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Atlanta.
Personal Injury in Atlanta
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Employment Law in Atlanta
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Gene E. Massafra is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Georgia →
Business & Corporate Law in Atlanta
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Gene E. Massafra is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Georgia →
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 Gene E. Massafra
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 Gene E. Massafra's practice in the field of personal injury, employment, business, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Gene E. Massafra brings 45+ 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 U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit, Gene E. Massafra can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, employment, and business, Gene E. Massafra 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 Gene E. Massafra 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 Gene E. Massafra Handles in Atlanta
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Gene E. Massafra 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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