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Cedra Mayfield

Cedra Mayfield

Cedra Mayfield is a litigation reporter with the Daily Report, the ALM newspaper in Atlanta. She can be reached at [email protected]. Twitter: @cedramayfield

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May 18, 2021 | Daily Report Online

Hottest Job in Town: Dozens Apply for Coveted Georgia Law Position

A newly released list shows the names of 35 applicants seeking to fill the vacancy.

By Cedra Mayfield

4 minute read

May 18, 2021 | Daily Business Review

'I Want a Lawyer': Black Attorney Advises His Children on Police Encounters

"We can't afford to be idealistic," said M. Derek Harris, a Carlton Fields shareholder in West Palm Beach. "It cut me to the core because I know the world is waiting for him, and the world won't see him like I see him."

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6 minute read

May 17, 2021 | Daily Report Online

Message from Ga. Supreme Court: Avoid 'Vague, Overly Broad Motions in Limine'

"This decision brings Georgia law into line with the practice in other states and the federal courts," said plaintiff counsel Frank Lowrey. "In doing so, it will provide clear and valuable guidance to trial courts and parties throughout the state."

By Cedra Mayfield

4 minute read

May 17, 2021 | Daily Business Review

'2020 Stole a Lot From Me': Carlton Fields Shareholder Triumphs Over Tragedy

"I have been really working hard every day, every moment to try to persevere and continue," the attorney said.

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8 minute read

May 14, 2021 | Daily Report Online

Landlords Are Ready to Restart Evictions Amid Pandemic; 11th Circuit Weighs Arguments

"Our clients were able to file paperwork, but they can't achieve any meaningful remedy while this eviction moratorium is going on," said attorney Caleb Kruckenberg. "If they use state court systems to affect a lawful eviction under state law, that is a federal crime under the CDC eviction order."

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5 minute read

May 13, 2021 | Daily Report Online

'They Can't Get This Kid to Grady?' Atlanta Firm Sues NaphCare Over Teen's Death

"This could have been easily diagnosed with a chest X-ray," said Jane Lamberti, partner at The Cochran Firm in Altanta. "This clearly is a case of malpractice."

By Cedra Mayfield

3 minute read

May 12, 2021 | Daily Report Online

Esquire, MD: Emory Law School's 'Most Outstanding Graduate' Is Also an Oncologist

"I am very interested in voting rights, because I think that impacts everything else," said Dr. Suman Malempati, Emory University School of Law's 2021 Outstanding Graduate. "I think when everyone has the opportunity to vote, then policies actually change."

By Cedra Mayfield

3 minute read

May 12, 2021 | Daily Business Review

'They Expect to See the Bills Reduced': Litigators Juggle New Expectation Amid Pandemic

"Clients want to dedicate their resources to the real threats," said Carlton Fields Shareholder Derek Harris in West Palm Beach. "We're willing to engage in alternative fees and take risks where other people are not."

By Cedra Mayfield

4 minute read

May 11, 2021 | Daily Report Online

3 Ways to Get It Right: Attorney Fees Are Among the Most-Appealed Issues

Bottom line: pay attention, said Jenni Brown, founding partner of Brown and Dutton in Marietta, Georgia.

By Cedra Mayfield

5 minute read

May 10, 2021 | Daily Report Online

'Nearly Blew My Mind': Georgia Lawyer Repeats Feat, Scoring $1.5M Verdicts in 2 Cases

"I think the DOT is still going to lowball people and I guess in some respects it's good for me that they do," said Brandon Bowen of Jenkins, Bowen and Walker in Cartersville.

By Cedra Mayfield

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