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Cari K. Dawson, Business Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia

focused on Business, Class Action, and Insurance

Atlanta, GA

Trusted business attorney serving Atlanta.

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Cari K. Dawson is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Insurance.

Based in
Atlanta, GEORGIA
Experience
attorney
Known for
Business · Class Action · Insurance
  • Handles Business, Class Action, and Insurance matters from Atlanta, GEORGIA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).

About Cari K. Dawson: Cari K. Dawson is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Insurance.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Cari K. Dawson

Cari concentrates on business, class action, insurance, litigation, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Cari handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Cari takes business 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 Cari agrees to represent you.

Class Action cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Cari takes class action 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 Cari agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Cari takes insurance 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 Cari agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Cari 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 Cari agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Cari 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 Cari agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Cari K. Dawson — Attorney of Georgia business experience

Cari K. Dawson is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Insurance.

Cari Dawson is a creative problem solver, legal strategist and committed advocate. She chairs the Class Action Practice Team and has an established track record of successfully defending Fortune 500 companies as lead counsel in high-profile litigation nationwide. Cari has defended hundreds of class actions across an array of industries and regularly assists clients in commercial litigation, strategic counseling and crisis management.

In 2015, Cari was named one of the country’s “Most Influential Black Lawyers” by Savoy Magazine and a “Woman Worth Watching” by Diversity Journal. In 2013, the National Law Journal named Cari one of the “100 Most Influential Lawyers in America” for her work as lead class action counsel in the Toyota Unintended Acceleration MDL in California. Chambers USA has consistently named her one of “The Best Lawyers in America.” In 2014, Cari was named one of the Top 50 Women Super Lawyers in Georgia by Super Lawyers magazine and one of the “Most Powerful & Influential Women” by the National Diversity Council. In 2012, the John M. Langston Bar Association named her “Corporate Counsel of the Year,” and in 2011, The American Lawyer named her to the “45 Under 45” list of remarkable women lawyers.

Cari currently serves as co-chair of the Firm’s Diversity Steering Committee. She serves on the Executive Committee of the Commercial Law Section of the National Bar Association.

Working with Cari on a business matter

Cari Dawson is a creative problem solver, legal strategist and committed advocate. She chairs the Class Action Practice Team and has an established track record of successfully defending Fortune 500 companies as lead counsel in high-profile litigation nationwide. Cari has defended hundreds of class actions across an array of industries and regularly assists clients in commercial litigation,…

Clients Cari works with

Cari reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, class action, and insurance matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.

Credentials

Cari K. Dawson's legal education and bar admissions

  • Harvard University

    J.D. · 1993

  • Princeton University

    — · 1990

Jurisdictions

Cari's state bar admissions

  • Georgia, State Bar o

    ACTIVE

Cari studied at J.D. in Harvard University and — in Princeton University.

Law school and academic background

Cari completed J.D. in Harvard University and — in Princeton University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Cari runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Cari K. Dawson

Cari has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19 (2026).

Locations

Cari K. Dawson's office in Atlanta

Cari's primary office is at 1201 West Peachtree Street, Suite 4900, Atlanta, Georgia, 30309-3424. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1201 West Peachtree Street, Suite 4900

Atlanta, Georgia 30309-3424

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Hiring guide

How to hire Cari K. Dawson — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a business attorney in Atlanta, Georgia

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Cari

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business 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. Cari confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Cari K. Dawson

  • How much does it cost to hire Cari for a business case?

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

  • Does Cari offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do business cases in Georgia typically take?

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

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

    Cari 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 — Cari 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 Cari?

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

  • Is Cari accepting new business clients right now?

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

Areas served

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