Introduction
Founded in 2016 by Nick Schnyder after three separate incidents in which his own family was injured by medical error, the Nick Schnyder Law Firm, LLC has grown into a practice with over 50 years of collective experience and more than $180 million in total recoveries for clients. The firm operates from Atlanta and Marietta, Georgia, with the Atlanta office at 2951 Piedmont Road NE, Suite 200. With over 1,250 clients helped and more than $80 million recovered in the firm first seven years alone, the practice has achieved recognitions from the National Trial Lawyers, Super Lawyers, the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, and Best of Cobb County.
The firm philosophy, described internally as doing 24/7, operates on the principle that the team handles all intricate details of injury, accident, and trauma cases from start to finish, keeping clients informed at every step. The battle plan approach, as the firm describes it, involves thorough investigation, strategic case evaluation, offensive evidence collection, powerful demand delivery, front-line negotiations, and courtroom readiness when settlement is not appropriate.
Practice Areas
Car Accidents
Car accident cases form a core part of the firm personal injury practice. Notable results include $312,000 in a disputed T-bone car wreck and $200,000 in a rear-end collision demonstrating expertise in passenger injury claims. The firm investigates accident circumstances, identifies all liable parties, and pursues maximum compensation for vehicle damage, medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Truck Accidents
Commercial truck accident cases involve federal regulations, multiple potentially liable parties, and severe injuries that result from collisions with large vehicles. The firm handles these cases from initial investigation through resolution, addressing driver fatigue, company safety violations, and third-party maintenance failures.
Workers Compensation
The firm handles workers compensation claims for employees injured on the job, pursuing the benefits available under Georgia workers compensation law and evaluating whether third-party claims exist in addition to the compensation claim.
Slip and Fall and Premises Liability
Slip and fall cases and other premises liability matters fall within the firm practice. Dangerous property conditions, inadequate maintenance, and negligent security all generate premises liability claims that the firm investigates and pursues.
Personal Injury – General
Beyond specific case categories, the firm handles a broad range of personal injury matters arising from the negligence of others. The full case management approach means clients have attorney support at every stage of the process.
Wrongful Death
When negligence causes a death, surviving family members may bring a wrongful death claim. The Nick Schnyder Law Firm has represented families in these matters, pursuing accountability and compensation for the loss of a loved one.
MARTA and Public Transit Accidents
The firm has handled public transit cases, including a notable $675,000 recovery in a complex MARTA bus incident. Public transit accident claims involve different liability frameworks than standard vehicle accident cases, and the firm has experience with the specific legal standards that apply.
Attorney Profiles
Nick Schnyder founded the firm in 2016 following personal family experience with medical negligence. He leads a team recognized by the National Trial Lawyers, Super Lawyers, the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, and as Best of Cobb County. The firm has recovered more than $180 million for clients and served over 1,250 individuals.
JT Palmer is an attorney at the firm contributing to the personal injury practice.
Melissa Auzine handles personal injury and related matters as part of the firm attorney team.
Maurice Reece Riden II is an attorney at the Nick Schnyder Law Firm.
Jeff Yashinsky rounds out the firm attorney team, contributing to the collective experience the practice brings to each case.
Location and Service Area
The firm has offices in Atlanta at 2951 Piedmont Road NE, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA, and in Marietta at 351 Atlanta Street SE, Marietta, GA 30060. The practice serves clients throughout the metro Atlanta area and Cobb County. The firm can be reached at 404-999-1111.
Website: attorneyshin.com
Client Focus
The firm origin story, rooted in the founder personal experience of family members being harmed by medical error on three separate occasions, shapes its approach to client representation. Clients who have been injured are not an abstract category to this firm. The experience of navigating injury and recovery without adequate legal support is part of why the practice was built.
The 24/7 operational model, the battle plan approach to case management, and the commitment to keeping clients informed at every step reflect a deliberate rejection of the model where injured clients are processed passively through a legal system they do not understand.
The contingency fee structure means clients pay nothing unless the firm wins their case. That removes financial barriers for injury victims who may already be managing lost income and medical expenses during recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
How was the Nick Schnyder Law Firm founded?
Nick Schnyder founded the firm in 2016 after three separate incidents in which members of his family were injured by medical error. That personal experience motivated the firm structure and philosophy.
What recognitions has the firm received?
The firm has been recognized by the National Trial Lawyers, Super Lawyers, the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, and as Best of Cobb County.
What are some of the firm notable case results?
Results include $22 million in a case with $500,000 in medical bills, $1.25 million from an initial $20,000 offer with a three-year treatment gap, $675,000 in a complex MARTA bus incident, $312,000 in a disputed T-bone car wreck, and $200,000 in a rear-end collision.
How much has the firm recovered for clients in total?
The firm has recovered more than $180 million in total for clients, with more than $80 million recovered in the first seven years since the 2016 founding.
Does the firm operate on a contingency fee basis?
Yes. Clients pay nothing unless the firm wins their case.
Closing
The Nick Schnyder Law Firm, LLC was built from personal experience with the consequences of negligence and has grown over less than a decade into a practice with 50-plus years of collective attorney experience, $180 million in recoveries, and recognition from the National Trial Lawyers and Super Lawyers. Clients in the Atlanta and Marietta area can reach the firm at 404-999-1111 or visit attorneyshin.com