Atty. Wayne Satterfield
Wayne Satterfield is a Partner in the Atlanta office of Hall Booth Smith, and his practice focuses on the defense of high exposure cases including medical malpractice, negligent security, premises liability, Dram shop/liquor liability, and transportation matters. Wayne is well-versed in all stages of litigation and has tried numerous cases through verdict in both federal and state courts.
Health Care Law & More Attorney · Serving Atlanta, GA
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About Wayne Satterfield at a Glance
Wayne Satterfield is a medical malpractice and health care attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Hall Booth Smith PC. Educated at Georgia State University (J.D., 2015). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026). Serves clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Wayne Satterfield
- Wayne Satterfield is a Partner in the Atlanta office of Hall Booth Smith, and his practice focuses on the defense of high exposure cases including medical malpractice, negligent security, premises liability, Dram shop/liquor liability, and transportation matters
- Wayne is well-versed in all stages of litigation and has tried numerous cases through verdict in both federal and state courts
- He is also a member of Hall Booth Smith’s National Trial Counsel Strategic Team and has assisted in the preparation of several high exposure trials throughout the country
- A native of Athens, Georgia, Wayne earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Management from the University of Georgia
- He obtained his Juris Doctor, cum laude, from Georgia State University
- During law school, Wayne interned for Chief Judge Stephen Louis A. Dillard of the Georgia Court of Appeals, Athens-Clarke County Superior Court Chief Judge H. Patrick Haggard, and the United States Attorney’s Office in the Northern District of Georgia
- He served on the Georgia State Law Review Editorial Board and was a pupil in the Bleckley Inn of Court
- Wayne was also a member of the Georgia State Moot Court Board and received the Moot Court Board’s Outstanding Member of the Year Award
- Prior to law school, Wayne served as Special Assistant to Governor Nathan Deal
- Wayne is married to Kat Satterfield, and they live in Atlanta, Georgia
Practice Areas Explained
Wayne Satterfield's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Wayne Satterfield handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Atlanta.
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.
Wayne Satterfield is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Georgia →
Health Care Law in Atlanta
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
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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 Wayne Satterfield
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 Wayne Satterfield's practice in the field of medical malpractice and health care.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice and health care, Wayne Satterfield 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 Wayne Satterfield 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 Wayne Satterfield Handles in Atlanta
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Wayne Satterfield 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 Wayne Satterfield directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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