About The Kirby G. Smith Law Firm, LLC

Kirby G. Smith founded our firm, The Kirby G. Smith Law Firm, LLC, following his admission to the Georgia Bar in 2013, with a vision to modernize how legal services reach everyday people. We provide employees with accessible representation by utilizing transparent and innovative billing methods, such as flat-fee and contingency models. We believe that high-quality legal advice should be within reach for the individuals who make America work.

Our Mission Focuses On Innovative And Predictable Billing

We understand that legal costs are a major concern for employees. To help, we offer flexible fee options like flat fees and contingency fee structures.* While industry rates vary based on case complexity, we offer competitive rates starting at 30% for qualifying cases.

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*Contingency fees are stated as a percentage of the gross recovery. Please note that clients may be responsible for court costs and other litigation expenses regardless of the outcome of their case.

Meet Our Team

Our group of legal professionals and support staff provides personalized attention to every client. Individually, our attorneys offer a broad depth of knowledge, totaling over 40 years of legal experience across the team.

• Kirby Smith leads our team and has practiced employment law since 2011.
• Amanda Brookhuis brings more than 11 years of legal knowledge to our clients.
• Rachel Canfield and Jarrell Bogan both possess over six years of experience.
• Benjamin Hill has practiced for more than three years.

Our staff member, Melvin Lowe, provides support to our daily operations.

Our Results Earn Recognition In Regional And National Media

Our legal team frequently provides insight for major news organizations regarding high-profile employment cases. Below are some of the many television appearances and print articles citing attorneys at The Kirby G. Smith Law Firm, LLC:

• Law360 – Delta Fired Worker for Reporting Race Bias, Suit Says
• The Washington Post – As National Park Service confronts sexual harassment, this dysfunctional park is exhibit A
• U.S. News – Lawsuit: Atlanta Police Funded SUVs for Mayor and Family​
• WSB-TV – GBI Investigating if APD Was Asked to Withhold Public Records
• WSB-TV – Former detention center worker: I was fired for exposing juvenile sex abuse claims
• WSB-TV – GA Turnaround Officer Files Whistleblower Complaint
• The Atlanta Journal-Constitution – Former APD worker claims city bought cars for Mayor Reed’s personal use
• 11Alive – Former Police Officer Files Lawsuit Against Austell PD
• USA Today (Florida Today) – Whistle-blower wins federal ruling
• NPR (WABE) – Lawsuit Alleges Atlanta Mayor Misused Police Car Funding
• Fox 5 Atlanta – Atlanta Police Chief defends purchase and use of executive protection SUVs for Mayor
• Marietta Daily Journal – Officer Files Suit Against Austell

We have also been honored to win the following awards:

• Super Lawyers Rising Stars – Amanda Brookhuis
• Expertise.com: Best Employment Lawyers in Atlanta
• Expertise.com: Best Employment Lawyers in Charlotte
• Avvo Client’s Choice – Kirby G. Smith
• Lawyers of Distinction – Kirby G. Smith
• Wealth and Finance: Best Employment Lawyers

Please note: These organizations base their recognition on their respective proprietary criteria. Honors and past results do not guarantee a specific outcome for your case. The Supreme Court of Georgia has not approved any aspect of this advertisement.

Our Boutique Approach Prioritizes Client Accessibility

We operate as a boutique firm to provide every client with direct communication and straightforward advice. We serve clients throughout Georgia. We explain your legal options with honesty; if a case lacks legal merit, we will tell you immediately. This transparency builds the foundation of the trust we establish from our first meeting.

Comprehensive Employment Law Services

We represent Georgia employees in many legal challenges. Our attorneys provide direct advocacy for the following claims:

• Age discrimination: We represent employees aged 40 and older who face adverse actions because of their age.
• Disability discrimination: We help workers seek reasonable accommodations. We also challenge unfair treatment based on physical or mental impairments.
• Gender discrimination: Our team assists those facing workplace inequality based on sex, gender identity or pregnancy.
• Sexual harassment: Our firm seeks legal remedies for those subjected to unwelcome sexual advances or hostile work environments.
• National origin discrimination: We advocate for employees targeted because of their birthplace, culture or language.
• Race discrimination: We hold employers accountable for unfair treatment based on race or color.
• Retaliation: We defend workers if an employer punishes them for reporting illegal activity. We also step in when workers are punished for asserting their rights.
• Employment contract negotiations: Our attorneys review and negotiate severance agreements, noncompete clauses and executive contracts.
• Public employees: We assist with the specific administrative and constitutional protections given to government workers.
• FMLA: We protect the rights of workers who need unpaid, job-protected leave for family or medical reasons under the federal Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Wage and hour law: We assist employees seeking recovery for unpaid overtime, minimum wages or stolen tips.
• Whistleblower: Our lawyers represent individuals who expose corporate fraud or safety violations.
• Wrongful termination: We evaluate whether a discharge violated state law, federal law or a contract.

Kirby Smith and our legal team apply their experience across these practice areas. We build a legal strategy for every client we represent.

Protect Your Workplace Rights With Atlanta Advocates

We offer the experience and honesty you need to resolve employment disputes. Speak with a lawyer at an Atlanta employment law firm that puts your needs first. Call 770-892-6019 or schedule a free consultation at The Kirby G. Smith Law Firm, LLC. We help you defend your workplace rights while keeping legal costs predictable and fair.