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Megan Eckel, Employment Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia

Over 7 years of legal practice

Of CounselatGreenberg Traurig, LLP

Atlanta, GA

Practicing employment in Atlanta since 2019.

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Megan Eckel is an of counsel based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Employment. Megan has over 7 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.

Based in
Atlanta, GA
Experience
over 7 years
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Employment
  • Handles Employment matters from Atlanta, GA.
  • Over 7 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Megan Eckel: Megan Eckel is an of counsel based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Employment. Megan has over 7 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Megan takes on

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

Employment cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Megan 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 Megan agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Megan Eckel — employment lawyer in Atlanta

Megan Eckel is an of counsel based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Employment. Megan has over 7 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.

Megan C. Eckel focuses her practice on labor and employment matters. She represents employers in single-plaintiff, collective action and class action litigation involving race, sex, color, disability, and age discrimination and harassment; wrongful termination; retaliation; wage and hour laws (including classification and termination pay issues); and unfair labor practices. Ms. Eckel's discrimination practice covers both state and federal law, in a variety of different industries, including education, government, health care, and the financial sector. In addition, Ms. Eckel represents employers in restrictive covenant litigation, including suits for breaches of confidentiality and violations of non-solicitation covenants.

Recognition & Leadership

Awards & Accolades

•Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, Georgia Super Lawyers, 'Rising Stars,' 2025-2026

Working with Megan on a employment matter

Megan C. Eckel focuses her practice on labor and employment matters. She represents employers in single-plaintiff, collective action and class action litigation involving race, sex, color, disability, and age discrimination and harassment; wrongful termination; retaliation; wage and hour laws (including classification and termination pay issues); and unfair labor practices. Ms. Eckel's…

Clients Megan works with

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

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Georgia State University College of Law

    J.D. · 2018

  • University of Florida

    B.S. Business · 2006

Jurisdictions

Megan's state bar admissions

  • Georgia

    2019 · ACTIVE

Megan studied at J.D. in Georgia State University College of Law and B.S. Business in University of Florida.

Law school and academic background

Megan completed J.D. in Georgia State University College of Law and B.S. Business in University of Florida. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Megan runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Megan Eckel's office in Atlanta

Megan's primary office is at Terminus 200, Terminus 200, 3333 Piedmont Road NE, Suite 2500, Atlanta, GA, 30305. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Greenberg Traurig, LLP

Terminus 200, Terminus 200, 3333 Piedmont Road NE, Suite 2500

Atlanta, GA 30305

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Hiring guide

How to hire Megan Eckel — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Megan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Megan'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; Megan 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 Megan

Megan 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. Megan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Megan'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 Megan Eckel

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

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

  • Does Megan offer a free consultation?

    Megan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Megan's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Megan'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. Megan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

    Megan 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 — Megan 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 Megan?

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

  • Is Megan accepting new employment clients right now?

    Megan'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

Megan handles employment matters throughout Georgia. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.

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