
Chiaka U. Adele, Civil Rights Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Insurance, and Litigation
PartneratScrudder, Bass, Quillian, Horlock, Lazarus & Adele LLP
Atlanta, GA
Practicing civil rights in Atlanta since 1996.
- 30+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Chiaka U. Adele is a partner based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Insurance, and Litigation. Chiaka has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Scrudder, Bass, Quillian, Horlock, Lazarus & Adele LLP.
- Based in
- Atlanta, GA
- Experience
- over 30 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · Insurance · Litigation
- Handles Civil Rights, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Atlanta, GA.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Chiaka U. Adele: Chiaka U. Adele is a partner based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Insurance, and Litigation. Chiaka has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Scrudder, Bass, Quillian, Horlock, Lazarus & Adele LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Chiaka takes on
Chiaka concentrates on civil rights, insurance, litigation, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Chiaka handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Insurance
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Workers Comp
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Civil Rights cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Chiaka takes civil rights 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 Chiaka agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Chiaka 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 Chiaka agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Chiaka 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 Chiaka agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Chiaka takes personal injury 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 Chiaka agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Chiaka 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 Chiaka agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Chiaka U. Adele — civil rights lawyer in Atlanta
Chiaka U. Adele is a partner based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Insurance, and Litigation. Chiaka has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Scrudder, Bass, Quillian, Horlock, Lazarus & Adele LLP.
Chiaka U. Adele is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance defense, products liability and 3 other areas of law. Chiaka U. has been licensed for 30 years. Chiaka U. practices at Scrudder, Bass, Quillian, Horlock, Lazarus & Adele LLP in Atlanta, GA.
Chiaka's approach to civil rights cases
Chiaka U. Adele is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance defense, products liability and 3 other areas of law. Chiaka U. has been licensed for 30 years. Chiaka U. practices at Scrudder, Bass, Quillian, Horlock, Lazarus & Adele LLP in Atlanta, GA.
The kind of cases Chiaka takes
Chiaka reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, insurance, and litigation matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Nigeria, Nigeria, Africa
LL.B. · 1992
Jurisdictions
Chiaka's state bar admissions
Georgia
2001 · ACTIVE
New York
1996 · ACTIVE
Chiaka studied at LL.B. in University of Nigeria, Nigeria, Africa.
Law school and academic background
Chiaka completed LL.B. in University of Nigeria, Nigeria, Africa. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Chiaka runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Chiaka's professional memberships and bar associations
Atlanta Bar Association New York State Bar Association State Bar of Georgia Georgia Self Insurers Association Georgia Defense Lawyers Association Society of Professionals in Dispute Resolution
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Locations
Chiaka U. Adele's office in Atlanta
Chiaka's primary office is at 900 Circle 75 Parkway, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA, 30339-3512. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Scrudder, Bass, Quillian, Horlock, Lazarus & Adele LLP
900 Circle 75 Parkway, Suite 850
Atlanta, GA 30339-3512
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How to hire Chiaka U. Adele — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Chiaka usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Chiaka charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Chiaka'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; Chiaka will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights 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 Chiaka
Chiaka discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights 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. Chiaka confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Chiaka's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Chiaka U. Adele
How much does it cost to hire Chiaka for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Chiaka walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Chiaka offer a free consultation?
Chiaka charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Chiaka's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Chiaka's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in Georgia typically take?
Simple civil rights 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. Chiaka gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Chiaka take my case if I'm outside Atlanta?
Chiaka 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 — Chiaka 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 Chiaka?
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. Chiaka will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Chiaka accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Chiaka'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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