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Atty. Robert O. Sands

Atty. Robert O. Sands

Mr. Robert O.

Atlanta Atlanta 48 yrs experience 48 year
Call (404) 369-0721 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Robert O. Sands at a glance

Robert O. Sands is a Shareholder based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on discrimination, employment, wage & hour, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1978). Educated at University of Georgia (J.D., 1978) and Georgia Institute of Technology (B.S., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Atlanta and American Bar Associations State Bar of Georgia. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Robert O. Sands is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, employment litigation, employment discrimination and 3 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.S. degree from Georgia Institute of Technology in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Robert practices at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert O. Sands's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert O. Sands handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workplace Discrimination

Robert O. Sands is one of 7,100 discrimination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse discrimination attorneys in Georgia →

Employment Law

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

Robert O. Sands is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Georgia →

Wage & Hour Disputes

Robert O. Sands is one of 4,935 wage & hour attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wage & hour attorneys in Georgia →

Civil Litigation

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

Robert O. Sands is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Georgia →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Robert O. Sands is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Robert O. Sands

Where is Robert O. Sands's law office located?
Robert O. Sands's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert O. Sands handle?
Robert O. Sands focuses on discrimination, employment, wage & hour, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Robert O. Sands practiced law?
Robert O. Sands has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Robert O. Sands go to law school?
Robert O. Sands earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.S., 1975).
How can I contact Robert O. Sands for a consultation?
You can contact Robert O. Sands 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 Robert O. Sands received?
Robert O. Sands's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Georgia
- 1978
B.S.
Georgia Institute of Technology
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1978

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