Atty. Matt Shade
Mr. Matt Shade is a lawyer practicing unemployment compensation appeals, workers compensation, severance negotiation and document review and 7 other areas of law.
Severance Negotiation and Document Review & More Attorney · Serving Marietta, GA · 58+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About Matt Shade at a Glance
Matt Shade is a discrimination, personal injury, employment, workers comp, and employment contracts attorney based in Marietta, Georgia. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1968) and Georgia (1968). Educated at University of Tennessee (J.D., 1967) and Austin Peay State University (B.S., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Marietta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matt Shade
- Mr. Matt Shade is a lawyer practicing unemployment compensation appeals, workers compensation, severance negotiation and document review and 7 other areas of law
- Matt received a B.S. degree from Austin Peay State University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
- Matt practices in Marietta, GA
Practice Areas Explained
Matt Shade's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matt Shade handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Marietta.
Workplace Discrimination in Marietta
Matt Shade is one of 7,049 discrimination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse discrimination attorneys in Georgia →
Personal Injury in Marietta
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.
Matt Shade is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Georgia →
Employment Law in Marietta
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Matt Shade is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Georgia →
Workers Compensation in Marietta
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Matt Shade is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Georgia →
Employment Contracts in Marietta
Matt Shade is one of 7,665 employment contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment contracts attorneys in Georgia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Marietta
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 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.
Marietta Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Marietta-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 Marietta Choose Matt Shade
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 Shade's practice in the field of discrimination, personal injury, employment, workers comp, and employment contracts.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Matt Shade brings 58+ 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 Shade can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering discrimination, personal injury, and employment, Matt Shade can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Marietta
A Marietta-based practice means Matt Shade attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Matt Shade Handles in Marietta
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Matt Shade has experience with under Georgia law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Matt Shade directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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