Stephen Melvin Lore, Employment Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
Over 44 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Health Care, and IP · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Atlanta, GA
Practicing employment in Atlanta since 1982.
- 44+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Stephen Melvin Lore is an attorney based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Employment, Health Care, and IP. Stephen has over 44 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Atlanta, GA
- Experience
- over 44 years
- Known for
- Employment · Health Care · IP
- Handles Employment, Health Care, and IP matters from Atlanta, GA.
- Over 44 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Stephen Melvin Lore: Stephen Melvin Lore is an attorney based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Employment, Health Care, and IP. Stephen has over 44 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Stephen's practice areas in Atlanta
Stephen concentrates on employment, health care, ip, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Stephen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Health Care
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IP
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Product Liability
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Employment cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Stephen takes employment 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Stephen 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Stephen takes ip 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Stephen takes product liability 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.
Biography
Stephen Melvin Lore, employment attorney serving Atlanta
Stephen Melvin Lore is an attorney based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Employment, Health Care, and IP. Stephen has over 44 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Stephen works from Atlanta, Georgia and takes on employment matters across the region.
Mr. Stephen Melvin Lore is a lawyer practicing products liability, drug and medical devices, intellectual property litigation and 1 other area of law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from Wake Forest University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years. Stephen practices in Atlanta, GA.
How Stephen handles employment matters
Mr. Stephen Melvin Lore is a lawyer practicing products liability, drug and medical devices, intellectual property litigation and 1 other area of law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from Wake Forest University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years. Stephen practices in Atlanta, GA.
The kind of cases Stephen takes
Stephen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, health care, and ip matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Stephen studied and practices
University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill
J.D. · 1982
Wake Forest University
B.A. · 1979
Jurisdictions
Stephen's state bar admissions
Georgia U.S. Supreme
1982 · ACTIVE
Stephen studied at J.D. in University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill and B.A. in Wake Forest University.
Law school and academic background
Stephen completed J.D. in University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill and B.A. in Wake Forest University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Stephen runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Stephen's legal honors and published work
Stephen has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Stephen Melvin Lore's office in Atlanta
Stephen's primary office is at 2795 Wyngate Dr NW, Atlanta, GA, 30305-2852. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Stephen Melvin Lore — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Stephen. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Atlanta.
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How to hire Stephen Melvin Lore — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Stephen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Stephen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen'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; Stephen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Stephen
Stephen discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Stephen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Stephen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Stephen Melvin Lore
How much does it cost to hire Stephen for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Stephen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Stephen offer a free consultation?
Stephen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Stephen's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Georgia typically take?
Simple employment 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. Stephen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Stephen take my case if I'm outside Atlanta?
Stephen 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 — Stephen 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 Stephen?
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. Stephen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Stephen accepting new employment clients right now?
Stephen's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Atlanta, Marietta and Savannah in Georgia
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