Atty. H. Michael Dever

Atty. H. Michael Dever

H. Michael Dever is a lawyer practicing business litigation, professional liability litigation, personal injury litigation.

Atlanta Atlanta 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About H. Michael Dever at a glance

H. Michael Dever is a Member based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Friedman Dever & Merlin, LLC. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Georgia U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia U.S. District Court, Middle District of Ge (1982). Educated at Mercer University (J.D., 1982) and University of Georgia (B.B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • H. Michael Dever is a lawyer practicing business litigation, professional liability litigation, personal injury litigation
  • H. Michael received a B.B.A. degree from University of Georgia in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • H. Michael practices at Friedman Dever & Merlin, LLC in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

H. Michael Dever's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

H. Michael Dever is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Georgia →

Civil Litigation

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

H. Michael Dever 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 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 H. Michael Dever

Where is H. Michael Dever's law office located?
H. Michael Dever's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Friedman Dever & Merlin, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does H. Michael Dever handle?
H. Michael Dever focuses on personal injury, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has H. Michael Dever practiced law?
H. Michael Dever has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did H. Michael Dever go to law school?
H. Michael Dever earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.B.A., 1978).
How can I contact H. Michael Dever for a consultation?
You can contact H. Michael Dever 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 H. Michael Dever received?
H. Michael Dever's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Mercer University
- 1982
B.B.A.
University of Georgia
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia U.S. District Court, Middle District of Ge
Admitted: 1982

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