
Frederick Owen Ferrand, Business Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and Insurance · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatSwift, Currie, McGhee & Hiers, LLP
Atlanta, GA
Practicing business in Atlanta since 1985.
- 41+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Frederick Owen Ferrand is a member based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Insurance. Frederick has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Swift, Currie, McGhee & Hiers, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Atlanta, GA
- Experience
- over 41 years
- Known for
- Business · General · Insurance
- Handles Business, General, and Insurance matters from Atlanta, GA.
- Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Frederick Owen Ferrand: Frederick Owen Ferrand is a member based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Insurance. Frederick has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Swift, Currie, McGhee & Hiers, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Frederick takes on
Frederick concentrates on business, general, insurance, litigation, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Frederick handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Product Liability
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Business cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Frederick 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 Frederick agrees to represent you.
General cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Frederick 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 Frederick agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Frederick 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 Frederick agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Frederick 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 Frederick agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Frederick 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 Frederick agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Frederick Owen Ferrand — business lawyer in Atlanta
Frederick Owen Ferrand is a member based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Insurance. Frederick has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Swift, Currie, McGhee & Hiers, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. Frederick Owen Ferrand is a lawyer practicing arson and fraud, business law, extra contractual damage litigation and 5 other areas of law. Frederick received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years. Frederick practices at Swift, Currie, McGhee & Hiers, LLP in Atlanta, GA.
Working with Frederick on a business matter
Mr. Frederick Owen Ferrand is a lawyer practicing arson and fraud, business law, extra contractual damage litigation and 5 other areas of law. Frederick received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years. Frederick practices at Swift, Currie, McGhee & Hiers, LLP in Atlanta, GA.
Clients Frederick works with
Frederick reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and insurance matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Pittsburgh
J.D. · 1984
University of Virginia
B.A. · 1981
Jurisdictions
Frederick's state bar admissions
Georgia
1989 · ACTIVE
Virgin Islands
1986 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1985 · ACTIVE
Frederick studied at J.D. in University of Pittsburgh and B.A. in University of Virginia.
Law school and academic background
Frederick completed J.D. in University of Pittsburgh and B.A. in University of Virginia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Frederick runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Frederick has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Frederick's professional memberships and bar associations
Pennsylvania, Virgin Islands
Treasurer, 1989) and American (Member: Sections on Tort and Insurance Practice and Litigation Property Insurance Law Committee) Bar Associations State Bar of Georgia (Member: General Practice and Trial Law Section Insurance Law Section Products Liability · membership
Locations
Frederick Owen Ferrand's office in Atlanta
Frederick's primary office is at 1420 Peachtree St., N.E., Ste. 800, Atlanta, GA, 30309. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Swift, Currie, McGhee & Hiers, LLP
1420 Peachtree St., N.E., Ste. 800
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Client reviews of Frederick Owen Ferrand — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Frederick Owen Ferrand — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Frederick usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Frederick charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Frederick'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; Frederick 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 Frederick
Frederick 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. Frederick confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Frederick'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 Frederick Owen Ferrand
How much does it cost to hire Frederick for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Frederick walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Frederick offer a free consultation?
Frederick charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Frederick's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Frederick'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. Frederick gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Frederick take my case if I'm outside Atlanta?
Frederick 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 — Frederick 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 Frederick?
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. Frederick will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Frederick accepting new business clients right now?
Frederick'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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