AboutOverview

For over 40 years, Hawkins & Parnell, LLP has protected clients against complex litigation with intelligent counsel and proven trial capabilities. Since its origin as the two-person Freeman & Hawkins in 1963, the firm has grown to develop a full-service practice and national reach with offices in Atlanta, Georgia; Charleston, West Virginia; and Dallas, Texas, where it is named Hawkins, Parnell & Thackston, LLP.

Trial success has always been a hallmark of the firm. Today, Hawkins & Parnell has more than 100 experienced litigators concentrated in civil trial and appellate practice in all state and federal courts, supported by a robust staff of legal, medical, and technology personnel. The firm offers the resources and experience to resolutely defend client interests across the following areas: Toxic Tort and Environmental Litigation, Bad Faith and Coverage Litigation, Business Litigation, Domestic Relations, Labor & Employment, Legal Malpractice, Medical Malpractice, Municipal Liability, Long Term Care/Assisted Living Litigation, Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Litigation, Premises Liability, Product Liability, Professional Negligence, and Transportation.

Hawkins & Parnell works in multiple languages; actively supports various legal organizations such as the American Bar Association, Defense Research Institute, PLAC, International Association of Insurance Counsel; and employs lawyers with state bar associations in numerous states across the country.

Hawkins & Parnell, LLP is a charter member of the ALFA International legal network. The ALFA network is comprised of 125 law firms with nearly 300 offices throughout the United States and around the World. The 85 U.S. firms and 40 international members employ over 8,000 lawyers and 10,000 legal support staff. As an ALFA member, Hawkins & Parnell, LLP is able to draw upon the vast resources of the network's membership to better serve its clients. ALFA affiliation also facilitates and expedites the retention of outstanding counsel in unfamiliar jurisdictions, another significant client benefit. More information about the ALFA legal network can be found at www.alfainternational.com.