Laura DeMartini, Entertainment Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
Over 21 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, General, and Health Care · 4.5/5 rating from 11 verified client reviews
Of CounselatHall Booth Smith, P.C.
Atlanta, GA
Practicing entertainment in Atlanta since 2005.
- 21+
- Years practicing
- 4.5 ★
- 11 client reviews
- 7
- Bar admissions
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Laura DeMartini is an of counsel based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Health Care. Laura has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hall Booth Smith, P.C.. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 11 client reviews.
- Based in
- Atlanta, GA
- Experience
- over 21 years
- Known for
- Entertainment · General · Health Care
- Handles Entertainment, General, and Health Care matters from Atlanta, GA.
- Over 21 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Laura DeMartini: Laura DeMartini is an of counsel based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Health Care. Laura has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hall Booth Smith, P.C.. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 11 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Laura DeMartini
Laura concentrates on entertainment, general, health care, and medical malpractice. Each area below outlines the kind of case Laura handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment
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General
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Health Care
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Medical Malpractice
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Entertainment cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Laura takes entertainment 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 Laura agrees to represent you.
General cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Laura 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 Laura agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Laura takes health care 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 Laura agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Laura 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 Laura agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Laura DeMartini — Over 21 years of Georgia entertainment experience
Laura DeMartini is an of counsel based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Health Care. Laura has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hall Booth Smith, P.C.. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 11 client reviews.
La ura DeMartini is a skilled and reputed trial attorney with over 20 years of experience, w here she practices in the areas of medical malpractice, professional licensing, medical board matters and hospital privileging issues and has represented numerous medical professionals including anesthesiologists, chiropractors, critical care doctors, dentists, dermatologists, emergency room physicians, family practice physicians, gastroenterologists, hospitalists, intensivists, internal medicine physicians, interventional cardiologists, medical oncologists, neurologists, obstetrician-gynecologists, oncologists, ophthalmologists, optometrists, otolaryngologists, pathologists, pediatricians, perfusionists, podiatrists, pulmonologists, psychiatrists, radiation oncologists, radiologists, and surgeons in medical malpractice cases and in front of their respective licensing boards. In addition, Laura represents healthcare companies, staffing companies, and mental healthcare facilities in cases involving claims of negligent hiring, negligent retention and negligent credentialing, as well as professional negligence, negligence, HIPAA breaches, and intentional torts.
Laura’s legal expertise spans a wide range of industries and cases, including affirmative equitable relief, bankruptcy, catastrophic injury, commercial and construction litigation, contract disputes, insurance coverage, legal and professional malpractice, premises and product liability, real estate disputes, trucking litigation, and wrongful death claims. In addition, Laura regularly represents insurance companies in matters involving bad faith and coverage disputes. Laura also maintains a regulatory practice, advising providers on regulatory compliance, assisting with internal investigations, self-reporting requirements, risk management, policy development, and legislative interpretation.
With a national practice, Laura works on cases throughout the country and has tried cases to jury verdict in Alabama, Georgia, Iowa and South Carolina. In addition to her Alabama, Georgia, Indiana, and Missouri state bar licenses, Laura has been admitted to practice pro hac vice in courts in Arkansas, Florida, Iowa, Kentucky, Mississippi, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Virginia and West Virginia. She has additionally worked on cases in Arizona, California, Illinois, Maine, Michigan, Nebraska, Nevada, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, Tennessee and Washington.
A native of Atlanta, Laura attended the University of Georgia where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree, magna cum laude, in 2002. She earned her Juris Doctor degree, cum laude, from the University of Georgia in 2005. While at the University of Georgia, Laura was on the Editorial Board and was an Articles Editor of the Journal of Intellectual Property Law.
Additionally, while in law school, Laura was sworn in under the Third-Year Prosecutor’s Act and gained trial experience with her involvement in the prosecution clinic and work in the Office of the District Attorney.
In 2016, Laura was elected to serve on the Board of Directors for Lekotek of Georgia, a local non-profit whose mission is to facilitate the inclusion of children with disabilities into their families, schools and communities by providing accessible play, adapted toys, technology, information and resources.
Recognition
•Top Lawyers , Medical Malpractice Law, GaBiz Magazine, 2026
•The Best Lawyers in America , Best Lawyers, 2026
•Awarded in: Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
•Georgia Super Lawyers, Medical Malpractice Defense, Super Lawyers, 2023 - 2024
•Georgia’s Top Rated Lawyer, Martindale-Hubbell & ALM, 2022
•Top Rated Litigator, Martindale-Hubbell & ALM, 2021 - 2022
•Elite Lawyer of the South, Martindale-Hubbell & ALM, 2021 - 2022
•Woman Leader in the Law, ALM, 2020 - 2022
•Georgia Rising Stars, Super Lawyers, 2012 - 2020
•America’s Top 100 Civil Defense Litigators, 2019
•America’s Top 100 High Stakes Litigators, 2018
•DRI’s Albert H. Parnell Outstanding Program Chair Award, 2017
•AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Presentations
•Administrative Defense Matters, Peer Review, Hospital Privileges and Board Issues
National Medical Association Annual Convention and Scientific Assembly; August 2022
•Sorry, We’ve Been Sued
National Medical Association Annual Convention and Scientific Assembly; August 2022
•Risk Management in 2022 - Real Medical Malpractice Cases, Real Clients and Real Concerns
GPMA; March 2022
•Theater of the Courtroom: The Art of Storytelling
DRI Annual Meeting; October 2021
•Theater of the Courtroom: Overcoming Obstacles at Trial in a Pandemic
DRI Annual Meeting; October 2021
•Trending Now: Complex Claims Physicians & Surgeons Face Today
The Midwest - IPMA; September 2021
•Trending Now: Complex Claims Physicians & Surgeons Face Today
SW - TPMA; September 2021
•Trending Now: Complex Claims Physicians & Surgeons Face Today
APMA - The National; July 2021
•Deposition Maneuvers of Today’s Plaintiff’s Bar: How to Arm Yourself and Your Client for the 30(b)(6) Battle and Beyond
DRI, Medical Liability & Health Care Law Seminar; July 2021
•Trending Now: Complex Claims Physicians & Surgeons Face Today
Midwest - IPMA; June 2021
•Trending Now: Complex Claims Physicians & Surgeons Face Today
The Western - CPMA; June 2021
•Trending Now: Complex Claims Physicians & Surgeons Face Today
OFAAS; June 2021
•Trending Now: Complex Claims Physicians & Surgeons Face Today
ACFAS; May 2021
•Trending Now: Complex Claims Physicians & Surgeons Face Today
Goldfarb Region III; May 2021
•Risk Management in 2021: Real Cases, Real Clients and Real Concerns
GPMA; February 2021
•Trending Now: Complex Claims Physicians & Surgeons Face Today
NY Clinical - NYSPMA; January 2021
•Trending Now: Complex Claims Physicians & Surgeons Face Today
FPMA; January 2021
•Risk Reduction Strategies in 2020 and Beyond
GPMA; Educational Foundation Virtual Conference; October 2020
•How to Reduce the Risk of a Lawsuit in 2020 and Beyond
National Medical Association; Virtual Annual Convention & Scientific Assembly; August 2020
•How to Reduce the Risk of a Lawsuit in 2020 and Beyond
PICA; Educational Webinar CME; July 2020
•Working From Home, Homeschooling, and the Issues Both Present
DRI for Life Podcast; May 2020
•How to Diversify Your Committee
DRI Leadership Conference; January 2020
•30(b)(6) Depositions & Corporate Implications in Litigation
CHG Healthcare Services, Inc.; November 2019
•Watch Your Back for Reptiles - How to Slash Back and Speak the Defense Narrative
Chiropractic and Beyond; Continuing Education Program; September 2019
•Do Not Let Your 30(b)(6) Deponent Get Snaked - Slash Back and Speak the Defense Narrative
American Property Casualty Insurance Association; National General Counsel Conference; September 2019
•Risk Management, Locums, Litigation & Emotions
Weatherby Healthcare; May 2019
•Physician Risk - Concerning Trends and How to Avoid Them
APMA; May 2019
•Newbie Mistakes - Avoiding Risk in the First Ten Years of Physician Practice
GPMA; February 2019
•Physician Risk - Concerning Trends and How to Avoid Them
GPMA; February 2019
•Effective Witness Preparation & Emerging Trends with Opioid Litigation
MagMutual Insurance Company; Claims Professional Continuing Education; January 2019
•Understanding Malpractice Risks and the Claims Process for Chiropractors
OUM Webinar; January 2019
•Lawsuits Are A Pain In The Neck PART II
Chiropractic and Beyond Continuing Education Program; December 2018
•Legal and Risk Management Update
Conference on Foot & Ankle Surgery; November 2018
•How to Better Understand Your Client’s Business and Make Your Claims Professional’s Life Easier
DRI Annual Meeting; Medical Liability & Health Care Law Committee CLE; October 2018
•Lawsuits Are A Pain In The Neck PART II
Chiropractic and Beyond Continuing Education Program; October 2018
•Simple Things You Can Do To Reduce Your Risk of a Lawsuit
OPMA Region 7 Fall 2018 Meeting; September 2018
•Depositions: Medical Reptile Deposition Tactics and How to Prepare for Apex, 30(b)(6), Expert and Client Depositions, Including Physicians, Nurses, Administrators and Other Health Care Employees
DRI; Striking Back Against the Reptile in Medical Malpractice and Long-Term Care Cases Seminar; June 2018
•Top Practice Improvements to Improve Patient Care and Reduce Risks
APMA; 2018 Beachside Scientific Seminar; May 2018
•Top Practice Improvements to Improve Patient Care and Reduce Risks
GPMA; 21st Annual Georgia Summit Program; February 2018
•Why Patients Sue
Heartland Foot & Ankle Conference; October 2016
•Dealing with Audits and Compliance with Medicare, HIPAA and Healthcare Insurance
Chiropractic and Beyond Continuing Education Program; September 2016
•Wound Care: Have a Seat at the High Stakes Table
Conference on Wound Care; May 2016
•Why Patients Sue
Georgia Podiatric Medical Association Meeting; February 2016
•Chiropractic Board Matters: Compliance with Board Rules and What to Do if You Receive a Board Subpoena or Complaint
Chiropractic and Beyond Continuing Education Program; September 2015
•Do You Want to be Dr. Smith or Dr. Jones? Demonstrating and Documenting Careful, Competent and Caring Treatment
North Carolina Foot & Ankle Society 2015 Winter Scientific Seminar; January 2015
•Adjusting Your Behavior to Avoid the Pain of a Lawsuit
Chiropractic and Beyond Continuing Education Program; December 2014
•Don’t Let a Lawsuit Trip You Up
Georgia Podiatric Medical Association Meeting; October 2014
•Adjusting Your Behavior to Avoid the Pain of a Lawsuit
Chiropractic and Beyond Continuing Education Program; September 2014
•Top 10 Reasons for Lawsuits Against Podiatrists
Alabama Podiatric Medical Association Scientific Seminar; May 2013
•Lawsuits Are A Pain In The Neck
Chiropractic and Beyond Continuing Education Program; 2013
•Collaborative Care: The Use of Consultants
The Podiatry Institute; 2010
Publications
•Bibb County Jury Returns $40M Verdict Against Hospitals After Deaf Woman’s Death
Law.com; June 28, 2023
•Drunk, Sleeping Jurors During Virtual Malpractice Trials
Medscape; March 24, 2022
•Slash Back and Speak the Defense Narrative: Do Not Let Your 30(b)(6) Deponent Get Snaked
DRI; For the Defense; May 2019
•How Reptile Theory is Used in Rule 30(b)(6) Depositions in Medical Malpractice / LTC / ALF Litigation
DRI; The Voice of the Defense Bar; December 21, 2018
•What Happens in Vegas Doesn’t Always Have to Stay There: DRI Medical Liability and Health Care Law Seminar focuses on emerging issues in medical liability litigation
DRI; For the Defense; May 2017
•Fort Oglethorpe Loses Lawsuit Over Cricket Pitch, Ordered to Pay Nearly $90,000
Walker County Messenger; September 10, 2014
•From the Publications Chair: You Get What You Give
DRI; For the Defense; August 2013
•GA Court Strikes Noneconomic Caps; Two Other Tort Reform Provisions Survive
DRI; The Voice of the Defense Bar; December 13, 2010
•Default by Purchaser and Judicial Process After Termination
National Business Institute; Continuing Legal Education; 2003
In the Press
27 HBS Partners Recognized as 2026 Top Lawyers by GaBiz Magazine
January 29, 2026
Hall Booth Smith is pleased to announce that 27 of the firm’s partners have been recognized as 2026 “Top Lawyers” by GaBiz Magazine in its Winter issue.
Laura's approach to entertainment cases
La ura DeMartini is a skilled and reputed trial attorney with over 20 years of experience, w here she practices in the areas of medical malpractice, professional licensing, medical board matters and hospital privileging issues and has represented numerous medical professionals including anesthesiologists, chiropractors, critical care doctors, dentists, dermatologists, emergency room physicians,…
The kind of cases Laura takes
Laura reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, general, and health care matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.
Credentials
Laura DeMartini's legal education and bar admissions
University of Georgia
J.D. · 2005
University of Georgia
B.A. · 2002
Jurisdictions
Laura's state bar admissions
Indiana Court of App
2026 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2018 · ACTIVE
Missouri
2011 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
2009 · ACTIVE
Alabama
2009 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2006 · ACTIVE
Georgia
2005 · ACTIVE
Laura studied at J.D. in University of Georgia and B.A. in University of Georgia.
Law school and academic background
Laura completed J.D. in University of Georgia and B.A. in University of Georgia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Laura runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Laura DeMartini
Laura has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Laura DeMartini's office in Atlanta
Laura'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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Client reviews of Laura DeMartini — 4.5/5 rating from 11 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Laura. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing entertainment attorneys in Atlanta.
4.5
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How to hire Laura DeMartini — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Laura usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Laura charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Laura'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; Laura will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment 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 Laura
Laura discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in entertainment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every entertainment 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. Laura confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Laura's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many entertainment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Laura DeMartini
How much does it cost to hire Laura for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Laura walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Laura offer a free consultation?
Laura charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Laura's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Laura's current terms during booking.
How long do entertainment cases in Georgia typically take?
Simple entertainment 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. Laura gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Laura take my case if I'm outside Atlanta?
Laura 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 — Laura 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 Laura?
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. Laura will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Laura accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Laura'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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