Atty. R. Steve "Steve" Ensor

Atty. R. Steve "Steve" Ensor

Steve Ensor is a partner and the leader of the firm’s Labor & Employment Group. Steve has represented employers for over 30 years in all areas of labor and employment law, including complex employment class and collective litigation and traditional labor union matters.

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Profile Summary

About R. Steve "Steve" Ensor at a glance

R. Steve "Steve" Ensor is a employment and litigation attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Alston & Bird LLP. Admitted to practice in Georgia, State Bar of Georgia. Educated at Wake Forest University (J.D., 1985) and Duke University (BA, 1982). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Union (2026). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Steve Ensor is a partner and the leader of the firm’s Labor & Employment Group
  • Steve has represented employers for over 30 years in all areas of labor and employment law, including complex employment class and collective litigation and traditional labor union matters
  • Steve has also excelled in leading several client teams, and has been recognized by the firm’s clients for his exceptional client service, his aggressive approach to “win-win” alternative fee arrangements, and his integration of pro bono and community service into the firm-client relationship
  • As a result of his efforts, Steve has been consistently recognized as a top-tier lawyer inChambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business and Georgia Super Lawyers

Practice Areas Explained

R. Steve "Steve" Ensor's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases R. Steve "Steve" Ensor handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

R. Steve "Steve" Ensor is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Georgia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

R. Steve "Steve" Ensor is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 R. Steve "Steve" Ensor

Where is R. Steve "Steve" Ensor's law office located?
R. Steve "Steve" Ensor's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Alston & Bird LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does R. Steve "Steve" Ensor handle?
R. Steve "Steve" Ensor focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
Where did R. Steve "Steve" Ensor go to law school?
R. Steve "Steve" Ensor earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (BA, 1982).
How can I contact R. Steve "Steve" Ensor for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has R. Steve "Steve" Ensor received?
R. Steve "Steve" Ensor's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Union; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19.

Education

J.D.
Wake Forest University
- 1985
BA
Duke University
- 1982

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Union
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business – 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011.
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Georgia Super Lawyers – 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011.
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Georgia, State Bar of Georgia

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