Atty. H. Michael Dever
H. Michael Dever is a lawyer practicing business litigation, professional liability litigation, personal injury litigation.
Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Atlanta, GA · 44+ Years Experience
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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. Serves clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About H. Michael Dever
- 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
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H. Michael Dever's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases H. Michael Dever 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.
H. Michael Dever is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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.
H. Michael Dever 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.
H. Michael Dever is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Georgia →
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 H. Michael Dever
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 H. Michael Dever's practice in the field of personal injury, business, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
H. Michael Dever brings 44+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, business, and litigation, H. Michael Dever 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 H. Michael Dever attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues H. Michael Dever Handles in Atlanta
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