Atty. Matt Billips
Matt Billips utilizes his comprehensive background in civil rights and anti-discrimination law to not only secure positive results for our clients, but also to train new Associates at the firm. His dedication to seeking justice for underrepresented individuals is the reason he became a lawyer and has encompassed his entire career.
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About Matt Billips at a Glance
Matt Billips is a Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Barrett & Farahany. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on employment and education. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1988) and Georgia (1989). Educated at University of Tennessee (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matt Billips
- Matt Billips utilizes his comprehensive background in civil rights and anti-discrimination law to not only secure positive results for our clients, but also to train new Associates at the firm
- His dedication to seeking justice for underrepresented individuals is the reason he became a lawyer and has encompassed his entire career
- His first job after passing the Bar was in 1988 as an attorney with the Office for Civil Rights of the U.S
- Department of Education, leaving to work for the Georgia Association of Educators as a staff attorney and then General Counsel
- Since 1994, Matthew has been in private practice, which has remained focused on combating unlawful discrimination
- He has amassed extensive knowledge and experience in employment and anti-discrimination laws, including Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and more
- Matthew has been SuperLawyer rated multiple times in his career, and he's earned a reputation as an intense litigator who regularly handles cases from the first meeting to the final verdict, and on appeal
- He's served as lead counsel on hundreds of cases in both federal and state courts
- He has regularly obtained six and seven figure verdicts and settlements, including a $2.6 million jury verdict in favor of his client in a race discrimination case in a Georgia Superior Court
- In addition, he will be leading the firm's Trial Practice Group
- Matthew has previous experience assisting other lawyers, from serving as co-counsel at trial to strategizing on specific litigation concerns and answering legal questions
- He has spoken at numerous Continuing Legal Education Programs, is a member of the National Employment Lawyers Association, and previously served as a member of the Board of Directors for the Georgia ACLU
- He majored in philosophy and minored in political science before earning his law degree from the University of Tennessee in Knoxville
- Outside of the law, Matthew has been politically active since he was a teen and worked on his father's campaigns for local office in Tennessee
- As an undergraduate, he spent a summer working in the campaign headquarters for Al Gore, Jr.'s first Senate campaign and, in law school, was elected as President of UTK's Graduate Student Association
- As General Counsel for GAE, he was part of its legislative effort, including drafting and reviewing proposed legislation and, on occasion, testifying before the Georgia General Assembly
Practice Areas Explained
Matt Billips's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matt Billips handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Atlanta.
Employment Law in Atlanta
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Matt Billips is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Georgia →
Education Law in Atlanta
Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.
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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 Matt Billips
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 Matt Billips's practice in the field of employment and education.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Matt Billips brings 38+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Tennessee and Georgia, Matt Billips can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment and education, Matt Billips 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 Matt Billips 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 Matt Billips Handles in Atlanta
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