
Jacob O'Neal, Employment Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
Over 13 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, General, and Government
AttorneyatHall Booth Smith, P.C.
Atlanta, GA
Practicing employment in Atlanta since 2013.
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Jacob O'Neal is an attorney based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Government. Jacob has over 13 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hall Booth Smith, P.C..
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- Atlanta, GA
- Experience
- over 13 years
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- Employment · General · Government
- Handles Employment, General, and Government matters from Atlanta, GA.
- Over 13 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Jacob O'Neal: Jacob O'Neal is an attorney based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Government. Jacob has over 13 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hall Booth Smith, P.C..
Areas of practice
Jacob's practice areas in Atlanta
Jacob concentrates on employment, general, and government. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jacob handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Employment cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Jacob takes employment 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 Jacob agrees to represent you.
General cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Jacob takes general 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 Jacob agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Jacob takes government 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 Jacob agrees to represent you.
Biography
Jacob O'Neal, employment attorney serving Atlanta
Jacob O'Neal is an attorney based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Government. Jacob has over 13 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hall Booth Smith, P.C.. Jacob works from Atlanta, Georgia and takes on employment matters across the region.
Jacob O’Neal is a Partner in the Atlanta office of Hall Booth Smith, and his practice is concentrated primarily on local government representation and defense work.
He has extensive experience in defense of Title VII/ 42 USC 1983 actions and often advises local governments on compliance with National Voting Rights Act (NVRA) and voter registration policies, ordinance drafting, and legislation. He also has a growing appellate practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.
Jacob earned a Juris Doctor from the University of Virginia, where he served as the Chancellor of the William Minor Lile Moot Court and Executive Editor of the Virginia Journal of International Law. He received a Bachelor of Arts, summa cum laude, with a major in Political Science and a minor in Philosophy from Mercer University.
Presentations
•Historic Buildings and the Americans with Disability Act (ADA)
63rd Annual Institute for City and County Attorneys, 2016
In the Press
Six Hall Booth Smith Attorneys Promoted to Partner
August 1, 2024
Hall Booth Smith is proud to announce the promotion of Attorneys Jacob O’Neal, Courtney Broussard Walker, J.D. Easley, Jeremy J. Balu, Kyler Garmen, and Jenny Swajkoski to the position of partner.
Jacob's approach to employment cases
Jacob O’Neal is a Partner in the Atlanta office of Hall Booth Smith, and his practice is concentrated primarily on local government representation and defense work. He has extensive experience in defense of Title VII/ 42 USC 1983 actions and often advises local governments on compliance with National Voting Rights Act (NVRA) and voter registration policies, ordinance drafting, and legislation. He…
Clients Jacob works with
Jacob reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, general, and government matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Jacob studied and practices
University of Virginia School of Law
J.D. · 2013
Mercer University
B.A. Political · 2010
Jurisdictions
Jacob's state bar admissions
United States Court
2014 · ACTIVE
United States Court
2014 · ACTIVE
United States Distri
2014 · ACTIVE
Supreme Court of Geo
2014 · ACTIVE
Court of Appeals of
2013 · ACTIVE
Superior Courts
2013 · ACTIVE
Georgia State
2013 · ACTIVE
Jacob studied at J.D. in University of Virginia School of Law and B.A. Political in Mercer University.
Law school and academic background
Jacob completed J.D. in University of Virginia School of Law and B.A. Political in Mercer University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jacob runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Jacob O'Neal's office in Atlanta
Jacob's primary office is at Suite 2900, 191 Peachtree Street, NE, Atlanta, GA, 30303. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Hall Booth Smith, P.C.
Suite 2900, 191 Peachtree Street, NE
Atlanta, GA 30303
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How to hire Jacob O'Neal — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jacob usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jacob charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jacob'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; Jacob will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Jacob
Jacob discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Jacob confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jacob's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jacob O'Neal
How much does it cost to hire Jacob for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jacob walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jacob offer a free consultation?
Jacob charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jacob's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Jacob's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Georgia typically take?
Simple employment 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. Jacob gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jacob take my case if I'm outside Atlanta?
Jacob 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 — Jacob 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 Jacob?
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. Jacob will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jacob accepting new employment clients right now?
Jacob's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Atlanta, Marietta and Savannah in Georgia
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