Atty. Matthew Farish Barr

Atty. Matthew Farish Barr

Mr. Matthew Farish Barr is a lawyer practicing professional malpractice, tort & insurance law, civil litigation and 4 other areas of law.

Atlanta Atlanta 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew Farish Barr at a glance

Matthew Farish Barr is a Senior Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Hawkins Parnell & Young, LLP. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, slip & fall, litigation, civil rights, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1997). Educated at Florida State University (J.D., 1997) and Georgia Institute of Technology (B.S., 1994). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Atlanta and American Bar Associations State Bar of Georgia Georgia Defense Lawyers Association Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Matthew Farish Barr is a lawyer practicing professional malpractice, tort & insurance law, civil litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.S. degree from Georgia Institute of Technology in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Matthew practices at Hawkins Parnell & Young, LLP in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Farish Barr's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Farish Barr handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Matthew Farish Barr is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Georgia →

Civil Rights

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Insurance Law

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Matthew Farish Barr is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 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 Matthew Farish Barr

Where is Matthew Farish Barr's law office located?
Matthew Farish Barr's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Hawkins Parnell & Young, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Farish Barr handle?
Matthew Farish Barr focuses on medical malpractice, slip & fall, litigation, civil rights, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Matthew Farish Barr practiced law?
Matthew Farish Barr has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Matthew Farish Barr go to law school?
Matthew Farish Barr earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.S., 1994).
How can I contact Matthew Farish Barr for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew Farish Barr 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 Matthew Farish Barr received?
Matthew Farish Barr's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Florida State University
- 1997
B.S.
Georgia Institute of Technology
- 1994

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1997

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