Atty. William Cory Barker

Atty. William Cory Barker

Mr. William Cory Barker is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, labor and employment.

Atlanta Atlanta 28 yrs experience 28 year
Call (470) 826-2728 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William Cory Barker at a glance

William Cory Barker is an Of Counsel, Employment Law Department based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Paul Hastings Llp. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on employment. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1998) and Georgia (2002). Educated at Duke University School of Law (J.D., 1998) and Birmingham-Southern College (B.A., 1995). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. William Cory Barker is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, labor and employment
  • William received a B.A. degree from Birmingham-Southern College in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • William practices at Paul Hastings LLP in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

William Cory Barker's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Cory Barker 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.

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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 William Cory Barker

Where is William Cory Barker's law office located?
William Cory Barker's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Paul Hastings Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Cory Barker handle?
William Cory Barker focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has William Cory Barker practiced law?
William Cory Barker has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did William Cory Barker go to law school?
William Cory Barker earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1995).
How can I contact William Cory Barker for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Duke University School of Law
- 1998
B.A.
Birmingham-Southern College
- 1995

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 1998
Georgia
Admitted: 2002

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