Atty. Herbert Joseph Chestnut

Atty. Herbert Joseph Chestnut

Mr. Herbert Joseph Chestnut is a lawyer practicing longshoreman harbor workers compensation act/defense base act, personal injury, workers' compensation law.

Marietta Marietta 44 yrs experience 44 year
Call (770) 983-6113 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Herbert Joseph Chestnut at a glance

Herbert Joseph Chestnut is a Member based in Marietta, Georgia, practicing at Herbert Chestnut & Associates. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1982) and U.S. Supreme Court (1987). Educated at Mercer University (J.D., 1982) and Georgia Southern College (B.S., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Georgia (Member, Workers Compensation Section) Cobb County Bar Association. Serands clients in Marietta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Herbert Joseph Chestnut is a lawyer practicing longshoreman harbor workers compensation act/defense base act, personal injury, workers' compensation law
  • Herbert received a B.S. degree from Georgia Southern College in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Herbert practices at Herbert Chestnut & Associates in Marietta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Herbert Joseph Chestnut's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Herbert Joseph Chestnut 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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Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Herbert Joseph Chestnut is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Georgia →

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

Herbert Joseph Chestnut is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime 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 Marietta 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 Herbert Joseph Chestnut

Where is Herbert Joseph Chestnut's law office located?
Herbert Joseph Chestnut's law practice is located in Marietta, Georgia. The firm is Herbert Chestnut & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Herbert Joseph Chestnut handle?
Herbert Joseph Chestnut focuses on personal injury, workers comp, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Herbert Joseph Chestnut practiced law?
Herbert Joseph Chestnut has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Herbert Joseph Chestnut go to law school?
Herbert Joseph Chestnut earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S., 1979).
How can I contact Herbert Joseph Chestnut for a consultation?
You can contact Herbert Joseph Chestnut 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 Herbert Joseph Chestnut received?
Herbert Joseph Chestnut's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Mercer University
- 1982
B.S.
Georgia Southern College
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1987

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