Erika Clarke Birg, ADR Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
Over 31 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Appellate, and Consumer · 5.0/5 rating from 18 verified client reviews
Partner
Atlanta, GA
Practicing adr in Atlanta since 1995.
- 31+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 18 client reviews
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Erika Clarke Birg is a partner based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Consumer. Erika has over 31 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 18 client reviews.
- Based in
- Atlanta, GA
- Experience
- over 31 years
- Known for
- ADR · Appellate · Consumer
- Handles ADR, Appellate, and Consumer matters from Atlanta, GA.
- Over 31 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Erika Clarke Birg: Erika Clarke Birg is a partner based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Consumer. Erika has over 31 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 18 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Erika takes on
Erika concentrates on adr, appellate, consumer, employment contracts, and international. Each area below outlines the kind of case Erika handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Employment Contracts
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ADR cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Erika 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 Erika agrees to represent you.
Appellate cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Erika takes appellate 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 Erika agrees to represent you.
Consumer cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Erika takes consumer 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 Erika agrees to represent you.
Employment Contracts cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Erika takes employment contracts 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 Erika agrees to represent you.
International cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Erika takes international 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 Erika agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Erika Clarke Birg — adr lawyer in Atlanta
Erika Clarke Birg is a partner based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Consumer. Erika has over 31 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 18 client reviews.
Ms. Erika Clarke Birg is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, dispute resolution, general practice & trial law and 7 other areas of law. Erika received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1988, and has been licensed for 31 years. Erika practices at Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP in Atlanta, GA.
How Erika handles adr matters
Ms. Erika Clarke Birg is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, dispute resolution, general practice & trial law and 7 other areas of law. Erika received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1988, and has been licensed for 31 years. Erika practices at Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP in Atlanta, GA.
Who Erika represents
Erika reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, appellate, and consumer matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Emory University School of Law
J.D. · 1994
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
B.A. · 1988
Jurisdictions
Erika's state bar admissions
Florida U.S. Supreme
2008 · ACTIVE
District of Columbia
2002 · ACTIVE
Georgia
1995 · ACTIVE
Erika studied at J.D. in Emory University School of Law and B.A. in University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Law school and academic background
Erika completed J.D. in Emory University School of Law and B.A. in University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Erika runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Erika has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Erika's professional memberships and bar associations
Federalist Society
Executive Board, Atlanta Chapter) Georgia Bar Journal (Editorial Board · membership
Litigation Counsel of America
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Locations
Erika Clarke Birg's office in Atlanta
Erika's primary office is at Atlantic Station, 201 17th St. N.W., Ste. 1700, Atlanta, GA, 30363. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Erika Clarke Birg — 5.0/5 rating from 18 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Erika. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in Atlanta.
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18 client reviews
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How to hire Erika Clarke Birg — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Erika usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Erika charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Erika'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; Erika 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 Erika
Erika 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. Erika confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Erika'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 Erika Clarke Birg
How much does it cost to hire Erika for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Erika walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Erika offer a free consultation?
Erika charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Erika's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Erika'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. Erika gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Erika take my case if I'm outside Atlanta?
Erika 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 — Erika 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 Erika?
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. Erika will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Erika accepting new adr clients right now?
Erika'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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