J. Zachary Zimmerman

Top rated Business Litigation attorney in Atlanta, Georgia

Schulten Ward Turner & Weiss, LLP
J. Zachary Zimmerman
Schulten Ward Turner & Weiss, LLP

Practice areas: Business Litigation, Business & Corporate, Insurance Coverage; view more

Licensed in Georgia since: 2003

Education: Emory University School of Law

Selected to Super Lawyers: 2026

Schulten Ward Turner & Weiss, LLP

260 Peachtree Street NW
Suite 2700
Atlanta, GA 30303 Visit website
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J. Zachary Zimmerman isn't just a co-managing partner at Schulten Ward Turner & Weiss, LLP, in Atlanta, Georgia; he's a strategic architect in the realm of complex commercial and real estate litigation. With a national practice, he navigates the intricate legal landscapes for clients across the United States, providing clarity and resolution in high-stakes disputes. Beyond domestic borders, he extends his knowledge to international collection matters, showcasing a versatility that sets him apart.

Mr. Zimmerman's core practice encompasses a broad spectrum of legal challenges, including insurance coverage and bad faith claims, multifaceted real estate disputes and providing guidance in complex business transactions. This diverse skill set allows him to offer comprehensive legal solutions tailored to each client's unique circumstances. His reputation as a top-tier litigator is built on a foundation of tangible success. With an impressive record of 50 summary judgment wins over the past decade, coupled with numerous trial and appellate victories in both federal and state courts, he consistently delivers favorable outcomes for his clients. He understands that each client's needs are unique, and he has proactively expanded his competence to meet those diverse demands.

Whether Mr. Zimmerman is representing a commercial lender in a note and guaranty case, guiding a client through a government condemnation action, resolving an insurance coverage dispute or untangling claims of wrongdoing between partners, he approaches each case with meticulous preparation and unwavering dedication. His client roster includes commercial lenders, real estate firms, partnerships, medical laboratories and other industry leaders who demand legal counsel with a deep understanding of the entire litigation process. He prides himself on building strong, collaborative relationships with his clients, ensuring that their objectives are always at the forefront of his legal strategy.

Mr. Zimmerman's academic foundation is as impressive as his legal career. He graduated magna cum laude with a B.S. in business management from Saint Louis University in 1999, earned his J.D. from Emory University School of Law in 2003 and was honored as a recipient of the Erle Philips Scholarship. He is licensed to practice in Georgia (2003) and admitted to a wide range of courts, including:

  • The Georgia Court of Appeals
  • The Supreme Court of Georgia
  • The U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Middle Districts of Georgia
  • The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit
  • The U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Georgia

Additionally, Mr. Zimmerman has appeared in courts throughout the United States via pro hac vice admission, demonstrating his ability to handle complex litigation matters on a national scale.

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Practice areas

Business Litigation, Business/Corporate, Insurance Coverage, International, Real Estate: Business

Focus areas

Business Formation and Planning, Business Organizations, Contracts, Insurance, Landlord/Tenant, Mortgage & Refinance, Non-Compete Agreements, Short Sale, Trade Secret

  • 50% Business Litigation
  • 20% Business/Corporate
  • 10% Insurance Coverage
  • 10% International
  • 10% Real Estate: Business

First Admitted: 2003, Georgia

Professional Webpage: https://swtwlaw.com/zachary-zimmerman

Bar / Professional Activity

  • Georgia, 2003
  • Georgia Bar Association, Litigation Section
  • American Bar Association, Litigation Group
  • U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of Georgia
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, 11th Circuit
  • U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Georgia
  • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia
  • Supreme Court of Georgia
  • Georgia Court of Appeals

Honors

  • Georgia Super Lawyers, 2026
  • Legal Elite, Georgia Trend Magazine, 2024

Educational Background

  • Saint Louis University, B.S., 1999, Business Management, magna cum laude

Scholarly Lectures / Writings

  • Fees-on-Fees Retention Provisions Might Be Circling Back This Way, J. Zachary Zimmerman and Robert Mercer, Am. Bankr. Inst. Journal, Jan. 2018, at 52, 53.

Office location for J. Zachary Zimmerman

260 Peachtree Street NW
Suite 2700
Atlanta, GA 30303

Phone: 404-418-4110

Selections

1 Year Super Lawyers
  • Super Lawyers: 2026

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