Alternative Dispute Resolution & More Attorney · Serving Atlanta, GA · 62+ Years Experience
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About Robert S. Harkey at a Glance
Robert S. Harkey is a employment, m&a, employment contracts, and adr attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1964). Educated at Emory University School of Law (LL.B., 1965) and Emory University (B.A., 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert S. Harkey
- Mr. Robert S. Harkey is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, executive compensation, labor relations and 3 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from Emory University in 1963, and has been licensed for 62 years
- Robert practices in Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas Explained
Robert S. Harkey's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert S. Harkey handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Atlanta.
Employment Law in Atlanta
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Robert S. Harkey is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Georgia →
Mergers & Acquisitions in Atlanta
Robert S. Harkey is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Georgia →
Employment Contracts in Atlanta
Robert S. Harkey is one of 7,665 employment contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment contracts attorneys in Georgia →
Mediation & Arbitration in Atlanta
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Robert S. Harkey is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Robert S. Harkey
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 S. Harkey's practice in the field of employment, m&a, employment contracts, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert S. Harkey brings 62+ 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 employment, m&a, and employment contracts, Robert S. Harkey 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 Robert S. Harkey 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 S. Harkey Handles in Atlanta
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert S. Harkey has experience with under Georgia law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Robert S. Harkey directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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