Atty. Robert D. Cheeley
Robert D. Cheeley is the founding member and managing partner of Cheeley Law Group, LLC, with more than four decades of service to Georgia families affected by catastrophic injuries and wrongful death.
Automotive Products Liability & More Attorney · Serving Alpharetta, GA · 44+ Years Experience
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About Robert D. Cheeley at a Glance
Robert D. Cheeley is a Founder and Managing Partner based in Alpharetta, Georgia, practicing at Cheeley Law Group, LLC. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on truck accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, business, and product liability. Educated at University of Georgia School of Law (J.D., 1982) and University of Georgia (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Alpharetta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert D. Cheeley
- Robert D. Cheeley is the founding member and managing partner of Cheeley Law Group, LLC, with more than four decades of service to Georgia families affected by catastrophic injuries and wrongful death
- A Georgia native, Mr. Cheeley graduated cum laude from the University of Georgia and earned his J.D. from the University of Georgia School of Law in 1982
- His career is marked by numerous landmark verdicts and settlements, including multi-million dollar victories against major corporations such as Johnson & Johnson, General Motors, Suzuki, and Toyota
- Notably, he won a $150 million settlement for a defective vehicle case and a $105 million jury verdict on another high-profile matter
- Mr. Cheeley is esteemed for his relentless pursuit of justice, professional leadership, and dedication to client advocacy
- He is licensed to practice before all Georgia trial courts and several federal courts, including the U.S
- Supreme Court
- Recognized with an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell and honored as National Trial Lawyer of the Year by Public Citizen, Mr. Cheeley’s professional affiliations include active roles with the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association and the American Association for Justice
Practice Areas Explained
Robert D. Cheeley's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert D. Cheeley handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Alpharetta.
Truck Accidents in Alpharetta
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Wrongful Death in Alpharetta
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Personal Injury in Alpharetta
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.
Robert D. Cheeley is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Georgia →
Business & Corporate Law in Alpharetta
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Robert D. Cheeley is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Georgia →
Product Liability in Alpharetta
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Alpharetta
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 Alpharetta 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.
Alpharetta Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Alpharetta-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 Alpharetta Choose Robert D. Cheeley
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 Robert D. Cheeley's practice in the field of truck accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, business, and product liability.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert D. Cheeley brings 44+ 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 truck accidents, wrongful death, and personal injury, Robert D. Cheeley can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Alpharetta
A Alpharetta-based practice means Robert D. Cheeley 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 Robert D. Cheeley Handles in Alpharetta
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