Dara Lyn Dehaven

Dara Lyn Dehaven, Employment Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia

Over 46 years of legal practice · focused on Employment and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Practicing employment in Atlanta since 1980.

46+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
1
Bar admission

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Dara Lyn Dehaven is a shareholder based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Dara has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Atlanta, GA
Experience
over 46 years
Known for
Employment · Litigation
  • Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Atlanta, GA.
  • Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Dara Lyn Dehaven: Dara Lyn Dehaven is a shareholder based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Dara has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Dara Lyn Dehaven

Dara concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dara handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Dara takes employment 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 Dara agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Dara 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 Dara agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Dara Lyn Dehaven — Over 46 years of Georgia employment experience

Dara Lyn Dehaven is a shareholder based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Dara has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Ms. Dara Lyn Dehaven is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, litigation, dispute resolution and 1 other area of law. Dara received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1973, and has been licensed for 46 years. Dara practices at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. in Atlanta, GA.

Dara's approach to employment cases

Ms. Dara Lyn Dehaven is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, litigation, dispute resolution and 1 other area of law. Dara received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1973, and has been licensed for 46 years. Dara practices at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. in Atlanta, GA.

Clients Dara works with

Dara reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.

Credentials

Dara Lyn Dehaven's legal education and bar admissions

  • Duke University

    J.D. · 1980

  • Duke University

    B.A. · 1973

Jurisdictions

Dara's state bar admissions

  • Georgia U.S. Supreme

    1980 · ACTIVE

Dara studied at J.D. in Duke University and B.A. in Duke University.

Law school and academic background

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

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Dara Lyn Dehaven

Dara has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Dara's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Atlanta and American Bar Associations State Bar of Georgia Bleckley Inn of Court Lawyer's Club of Atlanta

    membership

Locations

Dara Lyn Dehaven's office in Atlanta

Dara's primary office is at One Ninety One Peachtree Tower, 191 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 4800, Atlanta, GA, 30303. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.

One Ninety One Peachtree Tower, 191 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 4800

Atlanta, GA 30303

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Dara Lyn Dehaven — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Dara. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Atlanta.

5.0

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Hiring guide

How to hire Dara Lyn Dehaven — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Atlanta, Georgia

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Dara

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment 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. Dara confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Dara Lyn Dehaven

  • How much does it cost to hire Dara for a employment case?

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

  • Does Dara offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do employment cases in Georgia typically take?

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

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

    Dara 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 — Dara 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 Dara?

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

  • Is Dara accepting new employment clients right now?

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

Areas served

Employment attorneys serving Atlanta, Marietta and Savannah in Georgia

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