Gerald Chichester

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<p>Founded in September 1996 with just two attorneys, Seyfarth Shaw LLP's Atlanta office has grown significantly to approximately 100 legal professionals. This fast-growing office is renowned for combining full-service legal counsel with leading attorneys and award-winning innovations, ensuring clients receive the highest level of service. The firm offers strong practice offerings across a broad spectrum, including <strong>labor and employment, commercial real estate, corporate finance, business immigration, commercial litigation, trademark, environmental, construction, and employee benefits</strong>.</p><p>Seyfarth's Atlanta team is frequently recognized for excellence in legal practice and as a top workplace. They are consistently ranked among leading law firm practices and individual attorneys by prestigious publications such as <em>Chambers USA</em>, <em>The Legal 500</em>, and <em>US News and World Report</em>. The office is also proud to be recognized by the Human Rights Campaign as a 'Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality' with a 100% Corporate Equality Index score, and has received 'Best Places to Work' awards from the <em>Atlanta Business Chronicle</em>.</p><p>A key innovation housed in the Atlanta office is the <strong>Real Estate Due Diligence Hub</strong>, a specialized team dedicated exclusively to the due diligence phase of commercial real estate transactions. This commitment to innovation and client-focused delivery earned Seyfarth the best Client/Law Firm Team award at <em>The American Lawyer</em> 2018 Industry Awards. The firm maintains a strong commitment to its associates and employees, fostering high work satisfaction, career development, and leadership training through successful mentorship programs.</p><p>Beyond its legal services, the Atlanta office is deeply committed to supporting its local community. Attorneys actively volunteer their time for pro bono legal work and participate in various philanthropic initiatives, serving on boards and committees for children’s causes, environmental groups, and other community organizations. The office itself is located in the LEED-certified 12th and Midtown development, featuring modern amenities like 10-foot ceilings, open workstations, a nursing room, and shower facilities, promoting a healthy and sustainable work environment. All attorneys benefit from universal office dimensions, reflecting the firm's innovative approach to workspace design.</p>