Cynthia Counts

Cynthia Counts, an accomplished attorney in Atlanta, GA, specializes in libel, privacy, copyright, and First Amendment law, offering robust defense for a diverse clientele ranging from individuals to major media outlets.

Legal Expertise and Achievements:

• Notable for her strategic motions practice, successfully concluding many libel cases at early stages, avoiding costly legal processes.
• Impressive track record includes unanimous jury verdicts, summary judgments, and case dismissals in favor of her clients in high-profile defamation and libel cases.
• Skilled in defending free speech rights, handling cases related to anti-gay discrimination, police criticism, and other First Amendment issues.

Recent Legal Victories:

• Secured significant legal wins in defamation and libel cases across various jurisdictions, including notable victories in 2022 and 2021.
• Achieved dismissals and favorable rulings in complex cases involving media outlets and individuals accused of defamatory actions.

Educational Background:

• Juris Doctor from the University of Georgia School of Law (1992).
• Bachelor of Arts, cum laude, from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (1989).

Professional Recognition:

• Consistently honored as a Georgia Super Lawyer since 2014.
• Recognized in the Chambers USA listing as a top lawyer in general litigation.

Membership and Leadership:

• Served on the governing board of the American Bar Association Forum on Communications Law.
• Board member of the Georgia First Amendment Foundation.
• Chaired the Media Law Resource Center’s Newsgathering Committee.

Cynthia Counts stands out in the Atlanta legal community for her dedicated advocacy and legal prowess in defending the rights of her clients against defamation and for protecting free speech. With her extensive experience and strategic legal approach, she is a distinguished authority in media and privacy law.