Atty. Glenn G. Patton

Atty. Glenn G. Patton

Glenn Patton is a partner in the Labor & Employment Group. He represents management in all areas of employment-related litigation, including employment discrimination claims, wage/hour litigation and restrictive covenant disputes.

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Profile Summary

About Glenn G. Patton at a glance

Glenn G. Patton is a employment attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Alston & Bird LLP. Admitted to practice in Georgia, State Bar of Georgia. Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1996) and Duke University (—, 1991). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Glenn Patton is a partner in the Labor & Employment Group
  • He represents management in all areas of employment-related litigation, including employment discrimination claims, wage/hour litigation and restrictive covenant disputes
  • Glenn also represents management in traditional labor matters, including contract negotiations, labor arbitrations and unfair labor practice charges
  • In addition to his litigation experience, Glenn counsels numerous clients on day-to-day HR and compliance issues and serves as the firm's employment counsel
  • Glenn is recognized as a leading labor and employment lawyer in the 2015 and 2016 editions of The Best Lawyers in America and has been recognized as a leading employment lawyer by Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business since 2006
  • Glenn is also a nationally recognized speaker on employment matters at CLE programs, bar events, management training programs and the firm's executive seminars

Practice Areas Explained

Glenn G. Patton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Glenn G. Patton 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.

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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 Glenn G. Patton

Where is Glenn G. Patton's law office located?
Glenn G. Patton's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Alston & Bird LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Glenn G. Patton handle?
Glenn G. Patton focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
Where did Glenn G. Patton go to law school?
Glenn G. Patton earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (—, 1991).
How can I contact Glenn G. Patton for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Glenn G. Patton received?
Glenn G. Patton's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1996
Duke University
- 1991

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Atlanta)
- 2021

Bar Admissions

Georgia, State Bar of Georgia

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