Atty. Michael L. Werner
Michael L. Werner graduated from the University of Georgia.
Brain Injury & More Attorney · Serving Atlanta, GA · 24+ Years Experience
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About Michael L. Werner at a Glance
Michael L. Werner is a Member based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at The Werner Law Firm. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, probate, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Georgia (2002). Educated at Georgia State University (J.D., 2002). Serves clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael L. Werner
- Michael L. Werner graduated from the University of Georgia
- He then attended and graduated from Emory School of Medicine where he specialized in anesthesiology
- Practicing medicine, he witnessed first-hand how automobile wrecks destroy peoples’ lives and dreams
- It was this experience that drove him to become a trial attorney and fight for the rights of injured victims
- Werner’s goal was to help those whose lives’ have been torn apart through no fault of their own and help clients rebuild and bring back dignity all while ensuring that justice prevails
- Werner specializes in cases that deals with catastrophic injuries, whether they were due to tractor trailer, motorcycle or car wrecks
- Werner realizes that an attorney must not only be well versed in the law, but understand the medicine involved in his clients’ injuries, because his clients will likely require medical care for the rest of their lives and it is essential that they get the care they need well after the verdict or settlement
- Werner ensures that justice prevails for his clients and only takes a limited number of cases to guarantee that each client gets his individual and personal attention
- In fact, every single client has his cellular phone number and knows they can call 24/7
- Werner prides himself as an attorney who will never give up and never settle for less than his clients deserve
- The majority of his cases are referred to him by other attorneys who recognize Werner’s dedication and tenacity – knowing that their clients are in good hands with his firm
- It is this work ethic that has given Werner nationwide recognition
- In fact, many out of state attorneys have sought Werner’s help in litigating their tractor-trailer cases
- Michael speaks at numerous Georgia Bar Seminars instructing attorneys how to win personal injury cases, trial strategies, deposing defense experts, opening and closing arguments
- The most popular topic Werner lectures on is Maximizing The Value of a Wrongful Death or Catastrophic Injury Case due to his ability to receive settlements and verdicts two to three times higher than other attorneys
- Werner has been recognized and honored by his peers for his success and has been published in Newsweek and Super Lawyer Magazine
- He has also been recognized for receiving record verdicts and settlements including being listed in Top Georgia Verdicts
- Additionally, The National Trial Lawyer Association recognized him with the prestigious award of being listed as one of The Top 40 Lawyer under the age of 40
- and as The Top 100 Trial Attorneys
Practice Areas Explained
Michael L. Werner's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael L. Werner handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Atlanta.
DUI / DWI Defense in Atlanta
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Probate in Atlanta
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Medical Malpractice in Atlanta
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Michael L. Werner is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Georgia →
Wrongful Death in Atlanta
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Personal Injury in Atlanta
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.
Michael L. Werner is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Georgia →
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 Michael L. Werner
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 Michael L. Werner's practice in the field of dui/dwi, probate, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael L. Werner brings 24+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, probate, and medical malpractice, Michael L. Werner 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 Michael L. Werner 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 Michael L. Werner Handles in Atlanta
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