Andrew Townsend Sumner

Andrew Townsend Sumner, Consumer Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia

Over 15 years of legal practice · focused on Consumer, General, and Litigation

Associate

Atlanta, GA

Practicing consumer in Atlanta since 2011.

15+
Years practicing
1
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Andrew Townsend Sumner is an associate based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Consumer, General, and Litigation. Andrew has over 15 years of legal experience.

Based in
Atlanta, GA
Experience
over 15 years
Known for
Consumer · General · Litigation
  • Handles Consumer, General, and Litigation matters from Atlanta, GA.
  • Over 15 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Andrew Townsend Sumner: Andrew Townsend Sumner is an associate based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Consumer, General, and Litigation. Andrew has over 15 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Andrew Townsend Sumner

Andrew concentrates on consumer, general, litigation, and securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Andrew handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Consumer cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Andrew takes consumer 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 Andrew agrees to represent you.

General cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Andrew 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 Andrew agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Andrew takes litigation 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 Andrew agrees to represent you.

Securities cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Andrew takes securities 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 Andrew agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Andrew Townsend Sumner — Over 15 years of Georgia consumer experience

Andrew Townsend Sumner is an associate based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Consumer, General, and Litigation. Andrew has over 15 years of legal experience.

Mr. Andrew Townsend Sumner is a lawyer practicing ethics / professional responsibility, securities / investment fraud, securities litigation. Andrew received a B.A. degree from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2008, and has been licensed for 15 years. Andrew practices at Alston & Bird LLP in Atlanta, GA.

Working with Andrew on a consumer matter

Mr. Andrew Townsend Sumner is a lawyer practicing ethics / professional responsibility, securities / investment fraud, securities litigation. Andrew received a B.A. degree from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2008, and has been licensed for 15 years. Andrew practices at Alston & Bird LLP in Atlanta, GA.

Who Andrew represents

Andrew reviews new inquiries case-by-case for consumer, general, and litigation matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.

Credentials

Andrew Townsend Sumner's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Tennessee

    J.D. · 2011

  • The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    B.A. · 2008

Jurisdictions

Andrew's state bar admissions

  • Georgia

    2011 · ACTIVE

Andrew studied at J.D. in University of Tennessee and B.A. in The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Law school and academic background

Andrew completed J.D. in University of Tennessee and B.A. in The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Andrew runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Andrew Townsend Sumner's office in Atlanta

Andrew's primary office is at One Atlantic Center, 1201 West Peachtree Street, Atlanta, GA, 30309-3424. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

One Atlantic Center, 1201 West Peachtree Street

Atlanta, GA 30309-3424

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Hiring guide

How to hire Andrew Townsend Sumner — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new consumer attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Andrew usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Andrew charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Andrew'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; Andrew will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a consumer attorney in Atlanta, Georgia

A short list to run through before you commit: How many consumer 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 Andrew

Andrew discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in consumer practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every consumer 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. Andrew confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Andrew's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many consumer practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Andrew Townsend Sumner

  • How much does it cost to hire Andrew for a consumer case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Andrew walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Andrew offer a free consultation?

    Andrew charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Andrew's office. Some consumer attorneys offer free consults — check Andrew's current terms during booking.

  • How long do consumer cases in Georgia typically take?

    Simple consumer 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. Andrew gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Andrew take my case if I'm outside Atlanta?

    Andrew 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 — Andrew 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 Andrew?

    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. Andrew will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Andrew accepting new consumer clients right now?

    Andrew's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Consumer attorneys serving Atlanta, Marietta and Savannah in Georgia

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