Steven P. Justus, Esq.
Of Counsel
Steve is a double Eagle, attending Emory University for undergrad and law school where he graduated with honors. During law school, Steve was a member of the Moot Court Society where he was recognized for his oral advocacy.
Since graduating, Steve has spent his entire career representing injured victims and their families. Before joining Shiver Hamilton, Steve’s practice concentrated on helping victims of catastrophic medical negligence.
Steve lives in Smyrna with his wife Anam, and their daughter.
Education
- Emory University School of Law
Juris Doctor, with Honors
Atlanta, GA May 2014 - Emory University
B. A. Political Science
Atlanta, GA May 2011
Case Results
- $15 Million dollar settlement against major Georgia hospital corporation for negligently monitoring patient causing anoxic brain injury;
- $3.2 Million dollar medical malpractice/wrongful death verdict; McCombs v. Kennestone Hospital Inc, et al. State Court of Cobb County, NO. 14A2289-4
- $2 Million dollar settlement against major Georgia hospital corporation for leaving dirt and grass in wound leading patient to develop necrotizing fasciitis.
- $1 Million dollar policy limits settlement for failure to communicate test results showing cancer
Publications
- Litigating Emergency Room Malpractice Cases: Understanding Georgia’s Emergency Room Statute and Strategic Considerations; The Verdict, Journal of Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, Summer 2016 Edition
- When One Award is Not Enough; The Verdict, Journal of Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, Summer 2015 Edition
Bar Admissions
- State Bar of Georgia, (795237), November 2014
Professional Organizations
- Georgia Trial Lawyers Association
