Keenan Nix

Keenan Nix, General Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia

Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on General, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews

AttorneyatMorgan & Morgan

Atlanta, GA

Practicing general in Atlanta since 1991.

35+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
2 client reviews
1
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Keenan Nix is an attorney based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on General, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. Keenan has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

Based in
Atlanta, GA
Experience
over 35 years
Known for
General · Medical Malpractice · Personal Injury
  • Handles General, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury matters from Atlanta, GA.
  • Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Keenan Nix: Keenan Nix is an attorney based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on General, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. Keenan has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Keenan's practice areas in Atlanta

Keenan concentrates on general, medical malpractice, personal injury, slip & fall, and wrongful death. Each area below outlines the kind of case Keenan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

General cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Keenan 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 Keenan agrees to represent you.

Medical Malpractice cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Keenan takes medical malpractice 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 Keenan agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Keenan takes personal injury 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 Keenan agrees to represent you.

Slip & Fall cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Keenan takes slip & fall 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 Keenan agrees to represent you.

Wrongful Death cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Keenan takes wrongful death 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 Keenan agrees to represent you.

Biography

Keenan Nix, general attorney serving Atlanta

Keenan Nix is an attorney based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on General, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. Keenan has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews. Keenan works from Atlanta, Georgia and takes on general matters across the region.

Keenan Nix's impressive string of million dollar verdicts and settlements have earned him a reputation as one of Georgia’s finest trial lawyers.

Keenan R.S. Nix is a partner of the trial law firm of Morgan & Morgan. He graduated from the Wharton School of Business and The University of Pennsylvania School of Law. By trade, Mr. Nix is a dynamic trial lawyer whose skill and passion in the courtroom are legendary. A true champion of justice, his impressive string of million dollar verdicts and settlements have earned him a reputation as one of Georgia’s finest trial lawyers on the side of injured people. In 2016, Mr. Nix led the trial team that won an $11 million dollar verdict against Papa John’s Pizza for brain damaging his client for life in a head-on collision, and then refusing to accept any responsibility for the wreck. That eight figure verdict against the national pizza chain was named one of the top 10 verdicts in the country for 2016.

His trial practice focuses on catastrophic injury, wrongful death, and business tort litigation. He annually is recognized by his peers as one of Atlanta’s “SuperLawyers,” and he was inducted into the Gate City Bar Association “Hall of Fame” in 2018. As a leader in the trial bar, Mr. Nix frequently teaches on the subject of trial advocacy, and bi-annually chairs a continuing legal education seminar on representing victims of traumatic brain injury, and coordinates the annual Excellence through Education seminar series for the Gate City Bar Association. Watch his 2017 ICLE presentation on Jury Trials here .

When he is away from the courtroom, Mr. Nix enjoys traveling, gardening, and college football. He is a published author, gifted motivational speaker and highly regarded radio talk show host. On the personal side, he has been married to Danielle Nix for 35 years, and they have three children, Rance (32), Glory (31), and Noah (27) who recently graduated summa cum laude from University of Georgia School of Law.

News & Insights

Delta Pilot Sues Airline Over Alleged App Infringement

$1 Billion Lawsuit Claims Delta Airlines Stole Idea For App From Black Pilot

Delta Airlines Accused Of Stealing Messaging App From One Of Its Pilots

Delta pilot sues his employer for stealing his app idea

Delta pilot sues airline for allegedly stealing his app idea

Delta stole its pilot’s messaging app, should pay $1 billion, lawsuit alleges

WGCL-ATL (CBS) - Atlanta, GA CBS46 News at 5pm

Delta Pilot Says Airline Stole Billion-Dollar Crew-Texting IP

Pilot Says Delta Stole Coms Platform It Encouraged Him to Refine

Delta pilot sues the airline for allegedly stealing an app he designed

Pilot files intellectual property lawsuit against Delta

Delta Air Lines Hit With $1 Billion Lawsuit. Morgan & Morgan Piloting Intellectual Property Claims

Pilot Sues Delta for $1 Billion Claiming the Airline Stole Crew App

A Delta pilot is reportedly suing the airline for $1 billion, accusing it of stealing the idea for an app he developed

$11M Verdict Slams Papa John's in Brain Injury, Car Crash Trial

Recent Wins

Private Medical Malpractice Settlement $20,000,000 Medical Malpractice 2023

Private Settlement $17,500,000 Medical Malpractice 2021

Confidential Settlement $15,525,000 Car Accident 2018

Williams v. Papa Johns International $11,000,000 Car Accident 2015

John Doe v. Insurance Company $10,000,000 Medical Malpractice 2019

Private Medical Malpractice Settlement $6,000,000 Medical Malpractice 2023

Confidential Settlement $6,000,000 Car Accident 2021

Barnes v. MARTA $5,985,000 Car Accident, Traumatic Brain Injury 2024

Confidential Settlement $5,500,000 Car Accident 2021

Confidential Settlement $4,750,000 Car Accident 2021

Private Settlement $4,100,000 Car Accident 2021

Confidential $4,000,000 Car Accident 2019

Private Settlement $4,000,000 Car Accident 2021

Working with Keenan on a general matter

Keenan Nix's impressive string of million dollar verdicts and settlements have earned him a reputation as one of Georgia’s finest trial lawyers. Keenan R.S. Nix is a partner of the trial law firm of Morgan & Morgan. He graduated from the Wharton School of Business and The University of Pennsylvania School of Law. By trade, Mr. Nix is a dynamic trial lawyer whose skill and passion in the courtroom…

Clients Keenan works with

Keenan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, medical malpractice, and personal injury matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Keenan studied and practices

  • University of Pennsylvania School of Law

    J.D. · 1989

  • Wharton School of Business

    B.S. Economics · 1985

Jurisdictions

Keenan's state bar admissions

  • Georgia

    1991 · ACTIVE

Keenan studied at J.D. in University of Pennsylvania School of Law and B.S. Economics in Wharton School of Business.

Law school and academic background

Keenan completed J.D. in University of Pennsylvania School of Law and B.S. Economics in Wharton School of Business. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Keenan runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Keenan's legal honors and published work

Keenan has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Keenan's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Memberships: •The Melvin Belli Society •American Association of Justice

    AAJ ) •Georgia Trial Lawyers Association ( GTLA · membership

Locations

Keenan Nix's office in Atlanta

Keenan's primary office is at Peachtree Tower, 191 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 4200, Atlanta, GA, 30303. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Morgan & Morgan

Peachtree Tower, 191 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 4200

Atlanta, GA 30303

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Keenan Nix — 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Keenan. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing general attorneys in Atlanta.

5.0

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Hiring guide

How to hire Keenan Nix — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Keenan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Keenan'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; Keenan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a general attorney in Atlanta, Georgia

A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Keenan

Keenan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every general 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. Keenan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Keenan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Keenan Nix

  • How much does it cost to hire Keenan for a general case?

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

  • Does Keenan offer a free consultation?

    Keenan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Keenan's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Keenan's current terms during booking.

  • How long do general cases in Georgia typically take?

    Simple general 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. Keenan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

    Keenan 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 — Keenan 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 Keenan?

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

  • Is Keenan accepting new general clients right now?

    Keenan'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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