Pearson K. Cunningham

Pearson K. Cunningham, Appellate Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia

focused on Appellate, Education, and Employment

PartneratHall Booth Smith, P.C.

Atlanta, GA

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Pearson K. Cunningham is a partner based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Education, and Employment. Currently practicing at Hall Booth Smith, P.C..

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Appellate · Education · Employment
  • Handles Appellate, Education, and Employment matters from Atlanta, GA.

About Pearson K. Cunningham: Pearson K. Cunningham is a partner based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Education, and Employment. Currently practicing at Hall Booth Smith, P.C..

Areas of practice

Pearson's practice areas in Atlanta

Pearson concentrates on appellate, education, employment, general, and government. Each area below outlines the kind of case Pearson handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Appellate cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Pearson takes appellate 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 Pearson agrees to represent you.

Education cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Pearson takes education 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 Pearson agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Pearson 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 Pearson agrees to represent you.

General cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Pearson 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 Pearson agrees to represent you.

Government cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Pearson takes government 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 Pearson agrees to represent you.

Biography

Pearson K. Cunningham, appellate attorney serving Atlanta

Pearson K. Cunningham is a partner based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Education, and Employment. Currently practicing at Hall Booth Smith, P.C.. Pearson works from Atlanta, Georgia and takes on appellate matters across the region.

Pearson Cunningham is a partner in our Atlanta office, practicing primarily in our appellate and governmental liability groups.

Through his work in HBS’ governmental liability group, Pearson has gained valuable experience defending local governments and their employees in a wide variety of claims under federal and state law. Stemming from this experience and the effective motion practice entailed, Pearson has honed his appellate advocacy skills. He has worked on numerous cases before state and federal appellate courts and has argued before the Supreme Court of Georgia and the Court of Appeals of Georgia.

A native of Covington, Georgia, Pearson received his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Georgia. After serving as a legislative aide for State Representative Barry Fleming, Pearson went on to earn his Juris Doctor, magna cum laude, from the Georgia State University College of Law.

During law school, he served as the Legislation Editor for the Georgia State University Law Review in which he supervised and edited the Law Review’s annual publication of the “Peach Sheets,” which detailed the legislative history for important pieces of legislation from the Georgia General Assembly. Pearson was also an active member of the College of Law’s Moot Court Board and gained valuable experience clerking for then-Judge Ellington on the Court of Appeals of Georgia.

Presentations

Legal Climate Panel
Independent Insurance Agents of Georgia, Young Agents Sales & Leadership Conference; February 8, 2023

Publications

Whose Precedents Count for Qualified Immunity?
HBS Governmental Liability Blog; December 28, 2021
Local Government
Mercer Law Review, December 2022
Local Government
Mercer Law Review, December 2021
Local Government Law
Mercer Law Review, December 2020

Recognition

Top Lawyers , Appellate Practice, GaBiz Magazine, 2026
Georgia Rising Star , Super Lawyers, 2025

In the Press

HBS Attorneys Recognized in 2026 Georgia Super Lawyers & Rising Stars Lists

February 16, 2026

HBS is excited to announce that nine attorneys have been recognized on the 2026 Georgia Super Lawyers & Rising Stars list.

How Pearson handles appellate matters

Pearson Cunningham is a partner in our Atlanta office, practicing primarily in our appellate and governmental liability groups. Through his work in HBS’ governmental liability group, Pearson has gained valuable experience defending local governments and their employees in a wide variety of claims under federal and state law. Stemming from this experience and the effective motion practice…

The kind of cases Pearson takes

Pearson reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, education, and employment matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Pearson studied and practices

  • Georgia State University School of Law J.D. magna cum laude

  • University of Georgia B.A.

Pearson studied at — in Georgia State University School of Law J.D. magna cum laude and — in University of Georgia B.A..

Law school and academic background

Pearson completed — in Georgia State University School of Law J.D. magna cum laude and — in University of Georgia B.A.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Pearson runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Pearson's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Memberships •Georgia Defense Lawyers Association, Appellate Section •State Bar of Georgia, Appellate Section

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Locations

Pearson K. Cunningham's office in Atlanta

Pearson's primary office is at Suite 2900, 191 Peachtree Street, NE, Atlanta, GA, 30303. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Hall Booth Smith, P.C.

Suite 2900, 191 Peachtree Street, NE

Atlanta, GA 30303

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Hiring guide

How to hire Pearson K. Cunningham — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Atlanta, Georgia

A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Pearson

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every appellate 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. Pearson confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Pearson K. Cunningham

  • How much does it cost to hire Pearson for a appellate case?

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

  • Does Pearson offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do appellate cases in Georgia typically take?

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

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

    Pearson 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 — Pearson 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 Pearson?

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

  • Is Pearson accepting new appellate clients right now?

    Pearson'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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