Andrea L. Pawlak - Atlanta, GA
Attorney at Schulten Ward Turner & Weiss, LLP
General Litigation Lawyers in Atlanta, GA
260 Peachtree Street, N.W. Suite 2700 Atlanta, GA 30303
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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21
Years
Experience
Atlanta General Litigation Lawyer
Updated: 08/25/2026
Areas of Practice
- General Litigation
- Business and Commercial Law
- Personal Injury
- Environmental Litigation
- Environmental Permitting and Compliance
- Natural Resources Law
- Land Use and Zoning
Attorney Information
Overview
Andrea is a seasoned litigator who is as comfortable in a courtroom as she is working toward the resolution of a case. For twenty years, Andrea's clients have relied on her pragmatic and detail-oriented approach to successfully resolve their most sensitive and complicated issues.
Andrea represents clients in high-stakes commercial disputes across a range of jurisdictions. Known for her strategic mindset and disciplined approach, she excels at analyzing complex problems and crafting practical, results-driven solutions. Andrea's experience spans summary judgment victories, successful hearings, trials, and appeals—demonstrating a proven ability to advocate effectively in any forum. She brings intellectual rigor and versatility to every matter she handles.
In addition to her commercial litigation work, Andrea maintains an active family law practice. She advises clients on a wide range of domestic matters, including divorce, child custody, support, and the negotiation and litigation of prenuptial agreements. Andrea understands the sensitive and highly personal nature of these cases and approaches each matter with discretion, empathy, and a steady focus on achieving favorable and constructive outcomes.
Andrea began her legal career in environmental law and, while she has narrowed her focus in that area, she continues to advise on environmental matters as they intersect with commercial real estate transactions. She also handles erosion and sedimentation cases governed by federal and state regulations.
Andrea has received several key industry awards and accolades, including being recognized as a Georgia Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters for the past four years and as a Georgia Super Lawyer Rising Star for the 12 years prior.
Awards and Honors
Other Sources of Feedback About Andrea L. Pawlak
Included on the 2027 Georgia Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2026 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2025 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2024 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2023 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2022 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2021 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2020 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2019 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2018 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2017 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2016 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2015 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2014 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2013 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2012 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2011 Georgia Super Lawyers list
- 2010 Georgia Super Lawyers list
Education
Legal Education
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Emory University School of Law,
Atlanta,
Georgia
J.D.
Honors: Dean's List
Honors: Dean's Public Service Award
Honors: Semi-Finalist, Fall 2003 Moot Court Competetion
Law Review: Emory Bankruptcy Developments Journal, 2003 - 2005
Non Legal Education
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Auburn University,
Auburn,
Alabama
B.A.
Honors: summa cum laude
Honors: Deans List (Every Semester)
Major: Criminology
Minor: Political Science
Current Employment Position(s)
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Partner
Past Positions
- Turner Environmental Law Clinic, Student Attorney, 2004
Pro Bono Activities
- Pay Volunteer and Project Coordinator, Hand's on Atlanta : Service Juris Hands on Atlanta, 2004 - 2005
Published Works
Articles
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Comment, Area Limitation State Homestead Exemptions and Toning: The Sale and Appointment of "Indivisible Homesteads", 21 Emory Bankr. Dev. J. 343, 2005
Bar Admissions
- Georgia, 2005
Other Affiliations
- Student Bar Association (Secretary)
- Student Bar Association (Director of Community Outreach)
- Emory Young Law Alumini Council
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Contact
260 Peachtree Street, N.W.
Suite 2700
Atlanta, GA 30303
Phone Number: 404-418-4110
Fax Number: 404-688-6840
Email: Send a message
Website: https://swtwlaw.com/
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