Jon Michael Gumbel, Employment Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
Over 39 years of legal practice · focused on Employment and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratBurr & Forman LLP
Atlanta, GA
Practicing employment in Atlanta since 1987.
- 39+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Jon Michael Gumbel is a partner based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Jon has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Burr & Forman LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Atlanta, GA
- Experience
- over 39 years
- Known for
- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Atlanta, GA.
- Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Jon Michael Gumbel: Jon Michael Gumbel is a partner based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Jon has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Burr & Forman LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Jon takes on
Jon concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jon handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Jon 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 Jon agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Jon 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 Jon agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Jon Michael Gumbel — employment lawyer in Atlanta
Jon Michael Gumbel is a partner based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Jon has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Burr & Forman LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. Jon Michael Gumbel is a lawyer practicing employer advising, policies & training, employment litigation, labor & employment and 1 other area of law. Jon received a B.B.A. degree from Western Illinois University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years. Jon practices at Burr & Forman LLP in Atlanta, GA.
How Jon handles employment matters
Mr. Jon Michael Gumbel is a lawyer practicing employer advising, policies & training, employment litigation, labor & employment and 1 other area of law. Jon received a B.B.A. degree from Western Illinois University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years. Jon practices at Burr & Forman LLP in Atlanta, GA.
Who Jon represents
Jon reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Florida Levin College of Law
J.D. · 1986
Western Illinois University
B.B.A. · 1982
Jurisdictions
Jon's state bar admissions
Supreme Court of Geo
1987 · ACTIVE
Georgia
1987 · ACTIVE
Jon studied at J.D. in University of Florida Levin College of Law and B.B.A. in Western Illinois University.
Law school and academic background
Jon completed J.D. in University of Florida Levin College of Law and B.B.A. in Western Illinois University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jon runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Jon has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Jon's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Associations •Human Resources Management Association of Gwinnett County, GA •Human Resources Management Association Labor & Employment Law seminar
membership
Locations
Jon Michael Gumbel's office in Atlanta
Jon's primary office is at 171 Seventeenth Street, NW, Suite 1100, Atlanta, GA, 30363. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Burr & Forman LLP
171 Seventeenth Street, NW, Suite 1100
Atlanta, GA 30363
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Client reviews of Jon Michael Gumbel — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Jon Michael Gumbel — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jon usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jon charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jon'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; Jon 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 Jon
Jon 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. Jon confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jon'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 Jon Michael Gumbel
How much does it cost to hire Jon for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jon walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jon offer a free consultation?
Jon charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jon's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Jon'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. Jon gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jon take my case if I'm outside Atlanta?
Jon 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 — Jon 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 Jon?
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. Jon will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jon accepting new employment clients right now?
Jon'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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