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Supreme Court to Hear Challenge of Discrimination Case Dismissal Against Atlanta DA’s Office | Barrett & Farahany
30Mar

Supreme Court to Hear Challenge of Discrimination Case Dismissal Against Atlanta DA’s Office

A former aide to Atlanta’s district attorney will have her challenge to the dismissal of her discrimination lawsuit heard by the U.S....

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13Feb

Barrett & Farahany Partners Recognized in 2026 Edition of Super Lawyers®

Barrett & Farahany is proud to announce that Partners Amanda Farahany and Kathryn Abernethy have been recognized in the 2026 Edition of...

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06Feb

Barrett and Farahany Welcomes Three New Team Members
from The Crone Law Firm, Including Founder and CEO
Alan G. Crone

Atlanta, GA — 2/6/25 Effective February 2, Barrett and Farahany, a nationally recognized employment law firm dedicated to protecting workers’ rights, proudly...

Announcement: Katie Abernethy joins Barrett Farahany law firm
17Dec

Barrett & Farahany Announces the Upcoming Addition of Kathryn Abernethy to Lead North Carolina Employment Law Expansion

Atlanta, GA - Barrett & Farahany is pleased to announce that Kathryn Abernethy, a Board Certified Specialist in Employment Law, will be...

Amanda Farahany to Speak at ACI National Plaintiffs' Summit | Barrett & Farahany
04Dec

Barrett & Farahany Managing Partner Amanda Farahany to Speak at the ACI’s National Plaintiffs’ Summit

Barrett & Farahany Managing Partner Amanda Farahany is speaking on February 23, 2026, at the American Conference Institute (ACI)’s first annual National...

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07Nov

Barrett & Farahany Ranked in the 2026 Edition of Best Law Firms®

Barrett & Farahany is proud to announce that the firm has earned Tier 1 regional rankings in the categories of Employment Law...

New Associate Attorneys Niki Hakimzadeh and Emory Loescher
21Oct

Barrett & Farahany Celebrates Bar Passage and Promotion of Law Clerks

Barrett & Farahany is pleased to announce that two of our law clerks, Niki Hakimzadeh and Emory Loescher, have been promoted to...

georgia professor awarded 615k in wrongful termination case against piedmont university | barrett & farahany
15Sep

Georgia Professor Awarded $615k in Wrongful Termination Case Against Piedmont University

A federal jury has awarded $615,000 to a former Piedmont University biology professor, represented by Attorney Julie Oinonen of Williams Oinonen LLC...

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21Aug

Barrett & Farahany Attorneys Recognized in 2026 Best Lawyers in America®

Barrett & Farahany is pleased to announce that Best Lawyers in America® has recognized several attorneys at the firm for their work...

pregnancy discrimination in the workplace | barrett & farahany
14Feb

Lobbyist Sues Environmental Advocacy Group Alleging Pregnancy Discrimination

As It Appeared in the Chicago Tribune By Talia Soglin A former lobbyist for an Illinois environmental organization has filed a lawsuit...

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23Jan

Yes, Bosses Can Fire Most Employees for Not Showing Up During Winter Weather in Georgia. Here’s Why.

As it appeared on 13WMAZ By Lars Lonnroth MACON, Ga. — Despite warnings by Emergency Management Agency directors to stay off the...

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16Jan

Eve Secures $47 Million to Fuel Era of AI-Native Law Firms

As it appeared in PR Newswire SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Eve, an AI platform for plaintiff law firms, today...

Barrett Farahany representing plaintiff in race bias lawsuit against Life University
10Dec

Barrett & Farahany Represents Plaintiff in Race Bias Lawsuit Against Life University

A federal judge has recommended that a lawsuit against Life University in Georgia proceed to trial, rejecting the university's request for summary...

Barrett Farahany law firm filing retaliation lawsuit against New Georgia Project
03Dec

Barrett & Farahany Files Retaliation Lawsuit Against New Georgia Project

Barrett & Farahany is representing Erin Ferguson in a federal retaliation and defamation lawsuit against his former employer, the New Georgia Project....

Announcement of Ianna Richardson recognized as National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 in Georgia
15Nov

National Trial Lawyers Reaffirms Ianna Richardson as Member of NTL Civil Plaintiff Top 40 Under 40 Trial Lawyers In Georgia

The National Trial Lawyers proudly announces the re-selection of Ianna O. Richardson, a distinguished member of Barrett & Farahany - Atlanta, as...

News headline image: former Johnson & Johnson employee alleges firing due to disabilities
14Nov

Ex-Worker Says Johnson & Johnson Fired Her For Disabilities

As it appeared on Law360 By Kelcey Caulder Law360 (November 14, 2024, 4:35 PM EST) -- Johnson & Johnson was sued in...

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07Nov

Georgia law restricts abortions but does not protect pregnant women in the workplace

As it appeared in Georgia Law News By Alice Barrett Mom was officially fired for pumping at work A young Paulding County...

Best Law Firms 2025 Barrett Farahany
07Nov

Barrett & Farahany Ranked in the 2025 Edition of Best Law Firms®

Barrett & Farahany is proud to announce the firm has earned Tier 1 metro rankings in the categories of Employment Law -...

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07Nov

Jury Awards Over $300,000 in Sexual Harassment and Wrongful Termination Case

ATLANTA, GA - A federal jury in the Northern District of Georgia has awarded more than $300,000 in damages to a former...

Amanda Farahany quoted regarding Atlanta VA Medical Center sexual assault case
31Oct

Amanda Farahany Quoted in Atlanta VA Medical Center Sexual Assault Case

Shaneka Jackson, a former dispatcher at the Atlanta VA Medical Center, has been navigating a prolonged and challenging journey in her quest...

Barrett Farahany Proudly Celebrates Twenty-Six Years
17Oct

Barrett & Farahany Proudly Celebrates Twenty-Six Years Bringing Justice At Work

Barrett & Farahany proudly celebrates a significant milestone in its journey of growth and success, led by the inspiring Amanda Farahany along...

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14Oct

Georgia law restricts abortions, but doesn’t protect pregnant women in the workforce

As it appeared on FOX 5 Atlanta ATLANTA - When her boss at the pizza restaurant fired her over text, Jaylee Morrison...

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08Oct

Amanda Farahany Re-Selected for Membership in The National Trial Lawyers Top 100

Barrett & Farahany is proud to announce managing partner Amanda Farahany has been re-selected for membership in The National Trial Lawyers Top...

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03Oct

Managing Partner Amanda Farahany Recognized in Chambers and Partners 2024 USA Guide

Barrett & Farahany is proud to announce Managing Partner Amanda Farahany has been ranked as a Band 2 Lawyer for Georgia in...

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