Jean Zimmerman

Jean Zimmerman, ADR Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia

Over 51 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Litigation

Practicing adr in Atlanta since 1975.

51+
Years practicing
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Jean Zimmerman is a member based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Litigation. Jean has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Schulten Ward Turner & Weiss, LLP.

Based in
Atlanta, GA
Experience
over 51 years
Known for
ADR · Business · Litigation
  • Handles ADR, Business, and Litigation matters from Atlanta, GA.
  • Over 51 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Jean Zimmerman: Jean Zimmerman is a member based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Litigation. Jean has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Schulten Ward Turner & Weiss, LLP.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Jean Zimmerman

Jean concentrates on adr, business, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jean handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Jean 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 Jean agrees to represent you.

Business cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Jean 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 Jean agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Jean takes litigation 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 Jean agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Jean Zimmerman — Over 51 years of Georgia adr experience

Jean Zimmerman is a member based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Litigation. Jean has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Schulten Ward Turner & Weiss, LLP.

Jean Zimmerman is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, litigation, settlement compliance. Jean received a B.S. degree from St. Louis University in 1999, and has been licensed for 51 years. Jean practices at Schulten Ward Turner & Weiss, LLP in Atlanta, GA.

How Jean handles adr matters

Jean Zimmerman is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, litigation, settlement compliance. Jean received a B.S. degree from St. Louis University in 1999, and has been licensed for 51 years. Jean practices at Schulten Ward Turner & Weiss, LLP in Atlanta, GA.

Who Jean represents

Jean reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and litigation matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.

Credentials

Jean Zimmerman's legal education and bar admissions

  • Emory University School of Law

    J.D. · 2003

  • St. Louis University

    B.S. · 1999

Jurisdictions

Jean's state bar admissions

  • New York

    1980 · ACTIVE

  • District of Columbia

    1976 · ACTIVE

  • Georgia

    1975 · ACTIVE

Jean studied at J.D. in Emory University School of Law and B.S. in St. Louis University.

Law school and academic background

Jean completed J.D. in Emory University School of Law and B.S. in St. Louis University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jean runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Jean's professional memberships and bar associations

  • American Bar Association State Bar of Georgia Atlanta Bar Association

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Locations

Jean Zimmerman's office in Atlanta

Jean's primary office is at Suite 2700, 260 Peachtree Street NW, Atlanta, GA, 30303. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Schulten Ward Turner & Weiss, LLP

Suite 2700, 260 Peachtree Street NW

Atlanta, GA 30303

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Hiring guide

How to hire Jean Zimmerman — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jean usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Jean charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jean'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; Jean 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 Jean

Jean 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. Jean confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Jean'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 Jean Zimmerman

  • How much does it cost to hire Jean for a adr case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jean walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Jean offer a free consultation?

    Jean charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jean's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Jean'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. Jean gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Jean take my case if I'm outside Atlanta?

    Jean 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 — Jean 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 Jean?

    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. Jean will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Jean accepting new adr clients right now?

    Jean's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

ADR attorneys serving Atlanta, Marietta and Savannah in Georgia

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