Atty. John L. Vaught, Sr.

Atty. John L. Vaught, Sr.

John Vaught is a 1994 graduate of Vanderbilt University, where he earned degrees in history and political science. He earned his Juris Doctor in 1997 from the Mercer University Walter F.

Savannah Savannah 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About John L. Vaught, Sr. at a glance

John L. Vaught, Sr. is a Trial Attorney based in Savannah, Georgia, practicing at Morgan & Morgan. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1997), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Georgia (1997), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (2000), and Georgia Court of Appeals (2003). Educated at Vanderbilt University (Mercer University, 1994). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Georgia Trial Lawyers Association Savannah Trial Lawyers Association Georgia Bar Association Savannah Bar Association. Serands clients in Savannah, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John Vaught is a 1994 graduate of Vanderbilt University, where he earned degrees in history and political science
  • He earned his Juris Doctor in 1997 from the Mercer University Walter F. George School of Law and moved immediately to Savannah
  • He is a member of the State Bar of Georgia and is active in a number of local, state, and national bar organizations
  • He is past President of the Savannah Trial Lawyer's Association, which, during his tenure, earned GTLA's award for Trial Lawyer Association of the Year
  • John has been consistently recognized as one of the very best litigators in the country
  • He has been rated AV by Martindale-Hubbell and has enjoyed recognition by the Wall Street Journal and Atlanta Magazine as one of the top litigators in the State of Georgia
  • He has been named to Georgia’s “Legal Elite,”, “Who’s Who,” and selected for inclusion in America’s Top 100 High Stakes Litigators
  • Early in his career, John was named a Rising Star by Atlanta Magazine, and he has been recognized by Super Lawyers Magazine every year since 2009
  • The National Trial Lawyers voted him one of the “Best 40 under 40” trial lawyers in 2011 and have continued to recognize John as one of the top 100 litigators in Georgia since 2012
  • John is frequently invited to lecture on various litigation topics, including tractor-trailer and motor carrier liability, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and the representation of injured children
  • Awards & Recognitions •AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell •Legal Elite •Super Lawyers •Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Georgia

Practice Areas Explained

John L. Vaught, Sr.'s Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

John L. Vaught, Sr. is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Georgia →

Wrongful Death

John L. Vaught, Sr. is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Georgia →

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.

John L. Vaught, Sr. is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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 Savannah 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 John L. Vaught, Sr.

Where is John L. Vaught, Sr.'s law office located?
John L. Vaught, Sr.'s law practice is located in Savannah, Georgia. The firm is Morgan & Morgan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John L. Vaught, Sr. handle?
John L. Vaught, Sr. focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has John L. Vaught, Sr. practiced law?
John L. Vaught, Sr. has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did John L. Vaught, Sr. go to law school?
John L. Vaught, Sr. earned their education at (Mercer University, 1994).
How can I contact John L. Vaught, Sr. for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John L. Vaught, Sr. received?
John L. Vaught, Sr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Mercer University
Vanderbilt University
- 1994

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Georgia
Admitted: 1997
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 2000
Georgia Court of Appeals
Admitted: 2003

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