Atty. John C. Spinrad

Atty. John C. Spinrad

John C. Spinrad is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Environmental Law and Litigation - Environmental.

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Profile Summary

About John C. Spinrad at a glance

John C. Spinrad is a litigation and environmental attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Arnall Golden Gregory LLP. Educated at Duke University (J.D., 1983). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serves clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John C. Spinrad is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Environmental Law and Litigation - Environmental
  • John C., who practices law in Atlanta, Georgia, has been recognized since 2008
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which John C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

John C. Spinrad's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John C. Spinrad handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

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

John C. Spinrad is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Georgia →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

John C. Spinrad is one of 50,776 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental 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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John C. Spinrad

Where is John C. Spinrad's law office located?
John C. Spinrad's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Arnall Golden Gregory LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John C. Spinrad handle?
John C. Spinrad focuses on litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
Where did John C. Spinrad go to law school?
John C. Spinrad earned their education at (J.D., 1983).
How can I contact John C. Spinrad for a consultation?
You can contact John C. Spinrad 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 John C. Spinrad received?
John C. Spinrad's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Brownfield Redevelopment; Best Lawyers in America — Counseling.

Education

J.D.
Duke University
- 1983

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Brownfield Redevelopment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Counseling
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Enforcement Defense
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Permitting
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — RCRA/Hazardous Waste
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Superfunds/Environmental Remediation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Waste
- 2026

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