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Marsha M. Shortell, Personal Injury Attorney in Savannah, Georgia

Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury and Workers Comp

Savannah, GA

Practicing personal injury in Savannah since 1990.

36+
Years practicing
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Marsha M. Shortell is an attorney based in Savannah, GA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Marsha has over 36 years of legal experience.

Based in
Savannah, GA
Experience
over 36 years
Known for
Personal Injury · Workers Comp
  • Handles Personal Injury and Workers Comp matters from Savannah, GA.
  • Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Marsha M. Shortell: Marsha M. Shortell is an attorney based in Savannah, GA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Marsha has over 36 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Marsha takes on

Marsha concentrates on personal injury and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Marsha handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Personal Injury cases in Savannah, Georgia

Marsha takes personal injury matters in Savannah, 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 Marsha agrees to represent you.

Workers Comp cases in Savannah, Georgia

Marsha takes workers comp matters in Savannah, 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 Marsha agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Marsha M. Shortell — personal injury lawyer in Savannah

Marsha M. Shortell is an attorney based in Savannah, GA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Marsha has over 36 years of legal experience.

Ms. Marsha M. Shortell is a lawyer practicing personal injury litigation, workers compensation law. Marsha received a B.A. degree from Roanoke College in 1973, and has been licensed for 36 years. Marsha practices in Savannah, GA.

Marsha's approach to personal injury cases

Ms. Marsha M. Shortell is a lawyer practicing personal injury litigation, workers compensation law. Marsha received a B.A. degree from Roanoke College in 1973, and has been licensed for 36 years. Marsha practices in Savannah, GA.

Clients Marsha works with

Marsha reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury and workers comp matters in Savannah and the surrounding Georgia area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Widener University School of Law

    J.D. · 1989

  • Roanoke College

    B.A. · 1973

Jurisdictions

Marsha's state bar admissions

  • North Carolina

    1990 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1990 · ACTIVE

Marsha studied at J.D. in Widener University School of Law and B.A. in Roanoke College.

Law school and academic background

Marsha completed J.D. in Widener University School of Law and B.A. in Roanoke College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Marsha runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Marsha M. Shortell's office in Savannah

Marsha's primary office is at 10 Amberwood Dr, Savannah, GA, 31405-1068. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

10 Amberwood Dr

Savannah, GA 31405-1068

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Hiring guide

How to hire Marsha M. Shortell — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Savannah, Georgia

A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 Marsha

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every personal injury 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. Marsha confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Marsha M. Shortell

  • How much does it cost to hire Marsha for a personal injury case?

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

  • Does Marsha offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do personal injury cases in Georgia typically take?

    Simple personal injury 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. Marsha gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Marsha take my case if I'm outside Savannah?

    Marsha 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 — Marsha 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 Marsha?

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

  • Is Marsha accepting new personal injury clients right now?

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

Areas served

Personal Injury attorneys serving Savannah, Atlanta and Marietta in Georgia

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