Stephen Michael Beresheim

Stephen Michael Beresheim, Business Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia

Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Litigation, and Personal Injury

Senior Staff AttorneyatJones Day

Atlanta, GA

Practicing business in Atlanta since 1996.

30+
Years practicing
2
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Stephen Michael Beresheim is a senior staff attorney based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Stephen has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jones Day.

Based in
Atlanta, GA
Experience
over 30 years
Known for
Business · Litigation · Personal Injury
  • Handles Business, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Atlanta, GA.
  • Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Stephen Michael Beresheim: Stephen Michael Beresheim is a senior staff attorney based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Stephen has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jones Day.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Stephen Michael Beresheim

Stephen concentrates on business, litigation, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Stephen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Stephen 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Stephen 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Stephen takes personal injury 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Stephen 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Stephen Michael Beresheim — Over 30 years of Georgia business experience

Stephen Michael Beresheim is a senior staff attorney based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Stephen has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jones Day.

Mr. Stephen Michael Beresheim is a lawyer practicing business & tort litigation, product liability litigation, personal injury. Stephen received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years. Stephen practices at Jones Day in Atlanta, GA.

Working with Stephen on a business matter

Mr. Stephen Michael Beresheim is a lawyer practicing business & tort litigation, product liability litigation, personal injury. Stephen received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years. Stephen practices at Jones Day in Atlanta, GA.

Who Stephen represents

Stephen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, litigation, and personal injury matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.

Credentials

Stephen Michael Beresheim's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Florida

    J.D. · 1995

  • University of Wisconsin

    B.A. · 1991

Jurisdictions

Stephen's state bar admissions

  • Florida

    1998 · ACTIVE

  • Georgia

    1996 · ACTIVE

Stephen studied at J.D. in University of Florida and B.A. in University of Wisconsin.

Law school and academic background

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

Locations

Stephen Michael Beresheim's office in Atlanta

Stephen's primary office is at 1420 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 800, Atlanta, GA, 30309-3053. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Jones Day

1420 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 800

Atlanta, GA 30309-3053

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Hiring guide

How to hire Stephen Michael Beresheim — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

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

Payment methods and payment plans

Stephen'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 Stephen Michael Beresheim

  • How much does it cost to hire Stephen for a business case?

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

  • Does Stephen offer a free consultation?

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

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

    Stephen 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 — Stephen 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 Stephen?

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

  • Is Stephen accepting new business clients right now?

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

Areas served

Business attorneys serving Atlanta, Marietta and Savannah in Georgia

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