Michael J. Hannan III, Appellate Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Business, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Of CounselatHall Booth Smith, P.C.
Atlanta, GA
Practicing appellate in Atlanta since 1990.
- 36+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Michael J. Hannan III is an of counsel based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and General. Michael has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hall Booth Smith, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Atlanta, GA
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Business · General
- Handles Appellate, Business, and General matters from Atlanta, GA.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Michael J. Hannan III: Michael J. Hannan III is an of counsel based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and General. Michael has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hall Booth Smith, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Michael's practice areas in Atlanta
Michael concentrates on appellate, business, general, health care, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michael handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Litigation
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Medical Malpractice
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Appellate cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Michael takes appellate 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Michael 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
General cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Michael 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Michael 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Michael takes insurance 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
Biography
Michael J. Hannan III, appellate attorney serving Atlanta
Michael J. Hannan III is an of counsel based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and General. Michael has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hall Booth Smith, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Michael works from Atlanta, Georgia and takes on appellate matters across the region.
Michael J. Hannan, III is Of Counsel in our office in Atlanta, and he is a seasoned litigator who specializes defending clients in an extensive array of medical malpractice, health care, insurance coverage, business litigation, and appellate matters.
With three decades of experience, Michael brings extensive knowledge and trial expertise to his clients in the health care industry and beyond. He has tried more than 20 medical malpractice and insurance cases to verdict, and he has litigated numerous products liability lawsuits, matters under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), and other commercial actions including class action cases.
Before joining Hall Booth Smith in 2019, Michael was a partner at other firms in the metropolitan Atlanta area. Michael has been named a Georgia Super Lawyer by Super Lawyers for multiple years, and he is AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated among peers through Martindale-Hubbell.
Michael earned a Juris Doctor, cum laude, at the University of Georgia, where he served on the Managerial and Editorial Board of the Georgia Law Review. He also completed a Bachelor of Arts, cum laude, in Political Science at the University of Georgia.
Experience
Appellate
Appeals court is the last chance to preserve a hard-won victory or reverse an unfavorable outcome, and Michael has helped numerous clients navigate this complex and costly process to achieve their strategic objectives and protect their interests.
Business Litigation
Michael works with clients across numerous industries on legal matters that protect their interests and meet their strategic financial and operational goals. He defends clients in complex business and commercial disputes before federal and state courts as well as administrative agencies and alternative dispute resolution forums such as arbitration and mediation.
Medical Malpractice
Michael has tried numerous medical malpractice cases to verdict. He has defended every known boarded specialty. He aggressively defends physicians and other health care workers as well as hospitals, physician groups, clinics, and other providers against a wide range of claims.
Insurance Coverage
Michael represents clients on a variety of claims in both state and federal court, including misrepresentation and fraud, and he handles cases through investigation all the way through claim resolution. In 2001 he prevailed on behalf of a life insurer in the Georgia Court of Appeals on a question of first impression in Georgia regarding the insurer’s duty to investigate.
Recognition
•AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
•Georgia Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers; 2009, 2020
•Georgia Rising Star, Super Lawyers, 2005
Presentations
•Offsets and Recovery of Overpayments
American Conference Institute Annual Conference on Litigating Disability Insurance Claims; January 2012, January 2013
•ERISA Litigation - An Overview of the Basics
2nd Annual State Bar of Georgia Employee Benefits Seminar, March 2011
•New Concerns, Legislation and Emerging Trends in the Punitive Damages Area
American Conference Institute National Advanced Forum on Bad Faith Litigation; November 2010, November 2011
•What Is ERISA?
ICLE Handling Disability Insurance Claims, March 2009
•What Is ERISA?
ICLE Disability Claims for the Employee/Claimant’s Attorney, March 2007
•Determining the Standards of Review in ERISA Long Term Disability Claims
ICLE Handling Long Term Disability Claims Seminars, 2001-2005
•Documentation Issues and Charting for the Future in Georgia
Lorman Education Services Seminar, 2001
•Examination of Defendant’s Expert
ICLE Medical Malpractice at Trial Seminar, 1999
Publications
•What Does ERISA Have to Do With Insurance?
Georgia Bar Journal, June 2009
•The Forensic Neuropsyhological IME
The Journal of the Section of Litigation, Spring 2009
•The Effect of Cipollone: Has the Tobacco Industry Lost Its Impenetrable Shield?
Georgia Law Review, 1989
In the Press
HBS Attorneys Recognized as 2020 Georgia Super Lawyers
February 17, 2020
In the 2020 edition of the Georgia Super Lawyers magazine, the law firm of Hall Booth Smith (HBS) will once again be recognized for its outstanding legal work as eight of its attorneys are on the list of Super Lawyers: John E. Hall, Jr., Michael Hannan, C. Michael Johnson, Thomas Mazziotti, Rush S. Smith, Jr.
Seasoned Litigator Michael Hannan Joins HBS as Of Counsel
December 2, 2019
ATLANTA - Dec. 2, 2019 - Experienced litigator Michael Hannan has joined Hall Booth Smith, P.C. as Of Counsel in its Atlanta headquarters office, bringing decades of trial expertise to benefit clients in health care and beyond. Hannan has 30 years of legal experience and represents clients in an extensive array of medical malpractice, health
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Appellate
Business Litigation
Health Care
Insurance Coverage
Medical Malpractice
How Michael handles appellate matters
Michael J. Hannan, III is Of Counsel in our office in Atlanta, and he is a seasoned litigator who specializes defending clients in an extensive array of medical malpractice, health care, insurance coverage, business litigation, and appellate matters. With three decades of experience, Michael brings extensive knowledge and trial expertise to his clients in the health care industry and beyond. He…
Who Michael represents
Michael reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, business, and general matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Michael studied and practices
University of Georgia J.D. cum laude
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University of Georgia B.A. cum laude, Political Science
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Jurisdictions
Michael's state bar admissions
Georgia Georgia Supr
1990 · ACTIVE
Michael studied at — in University of Georgia J.D. cum laude and — in University of Georgia B.A. cum laude, Political Science.
Law school and academic background
Michael completed — in University of Georgia J.D. cum laude and — in University of Georgia B.A. cum laude, Political Science. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Michael runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Michael's legal honors and published work
Michael has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Michael's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of Georgia
membership
Litigation Counsel of America
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Locations
Michael J. Hannan III's office in Atlanta
Michael'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 Michael J. Hannan III — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Michael usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Michael charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael'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; Michael will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Michael
Michael discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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. Michael confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Michael's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Michael J. Hannan III
How much does it cost to hire Michael for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Michael walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Michael offer a free consultation?
Michael charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Michael's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Georgia typically take?
Simple appellate 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. Michael gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Michael take my case if I'm outside Atlanta?
Michael 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 — Michael 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 Michael?
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. Michael will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Michael accepting new appellate clients right now?
Michael'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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