Carissa Ann Bennett, ADR Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Insurance
Atlanta, GA
Practicing adr in Atlanta since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Carissa Ann Bennett is an attorney based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Insurance. Carissa has over 34 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Atlanta, GA
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- ADR · Business · Insurance
- Handles ADR, Business, and Insurance matters from Atlanta, GA.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Carissa Ann Bennett: Carissa Ann Bennett is an attorney based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Insurance. Carissa has over 34 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Carissa Ann Bennett
Carissa concentrates on adr, business, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Carissa handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Business
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Insurance
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ADR cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Carissa takes adr matters in Atlanta, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Carissa agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Carissa takes business matters in Atlanta, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Carissa agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Carissa takes insurance matters in Atlanta, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Carissa agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Carissa Ann Bennett — Over 34 years of Georgia adr experience
Carissa Ann Bennett is an attorney based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Insurance. Carissa has over 34 years of legal experience.
Ms. Carissa Ann Bennett is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, business law, insurance coverage. Carissa received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Albany in 1986, and has been licensed for 34 years. Carissa practices in Atlanta, GA.
Working with Carissa on a adr matter
Ms. Carissa Ann Bennett is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, business law, insurance coverage. Carissa received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Albany in 1986, and has been licensed for 34 years. Carissa practices in Atlanta, GA.
Clients Carissa works with
Carissa reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and insurance matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.
Credentials
Carissa Ann Bennett's legal education and bar admissions
Boston University School of Law
J.D. · 1991
State University of New York at Albany
B.A. · 1986
Jurisdictions
Carissa's state bar admissions
Georgia
2000 · ACTIVE
New York
1992 · ACTIVE
Carissa studied at J.D. in Boston University School of Law and B.A. in State University of New York at Albany.
Law school and academic background
Carissa completed J.D. in Boston University School of Law and B.A. in State University of New York at Albany. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Carissa runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Carissa Ann Bennett's office in Atlanta
Carissa's primary office is at 3285 Spalding Drive, Atlanta, GA, 30350. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Carissa Ann Bennett — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Carissa usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Carissa charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Carissa's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Carissa will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Carissa
Carissa discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Carissa confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Carissa's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Carissa Ann Bennett
How much does it cost to hire Carissa for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Carissa walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Carissa offer a free consultation?
Carissa charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Carissa's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Carissa's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Georgia typically take?
Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Carissa gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Carissa take my case if I'm outside Atlanta?
Carissa is licensed in Georgia. Matters governed by Georgia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Carissa will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Carissa?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Carissa will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Carissa accepting new adr clients right now?
Carissa's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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