Practice areas: Personal Injury; view more
Licensed in Georgia since: 2012
Education: University of Georgia School of Law
J. Wickliffe "Wick" Cauthorn is the founder of The Cauthorn Firm, a client-focused law practice based in Marietta, Georgia. Serving victims across the Atlanta metropolitan area and throughout Georgia, he dedicates his practice to all areas of personal injury law. His comprehensive legal work includes representing individuals harmed in motor vehicle accidents, premises liability claims and complex sexual abuse cases, driven by a steadfast commitment to seeking justice and securing fair compensation for injured victims.
Understanding the profound financial, mental and emotional impact of a catastrophic injury is at the core of Mr. Cauthorn’s practice. Recognizing that timely, accurate legal advice is critical, he delivers strategic advocacy tailored to each client's unique circumstances. He is firmly committed to helping victims attain justice and secure full compensation. By prioritizing compassionate guidance and relentless courtroom representation, he works tirelessly to alleviate burdens and guide clients toward financial and personal recovery.
Completing his undergraduate studies in English, religion and history at the University of Georgia, Mr. Cauthorn enrolled at the University of Georgia School of Law to hone his legal skills. While at law school, he served as a notes editor for the Intellectual Property Law Journal and was selected to the Order of the Barrister. He received his Juris Doctor in 2011 and gained admission to the State Bar of Georgia the following year.
An active member of the legal community, Mr. Cauthorn is involved with the New York City Bar Association, the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association and the American Association for Justice. He additionally serves as the secretary of the board of trustees for the State Bar of Georgia’s General Practice and Trial Section.
Practice areas
Personal Injury - General: PlaintiffFocus areas
Motor Vehicle Accidents, Premises Liability - Plaintiff, Trucking Accidents, Wrongful Death
- 100% Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff
First Admitted: 2012, Georgia
Bar / Professional Activity
- Licensed to practice before the trial courts of the State of New York.
- Licensed to practice before the trial courts of the State of Georgia.
- Licensed to practice before the Georgia Court of Appeals.
- Licensed to practice before the Supreme Court of Georgia.
- Licensed to practice before the Federal District Court for the Northern District of Georgia.
- Member, American Bar Association.
- Member, Cobb County Bar Association.
- Member, Atlanta Bar Association.
- Member, Georgia Trial Lawyers Association.
- Member, American Association for Justice.
- Member, New York City Bar Association.
- Member-at-Large, Board of Trustees, General Practice and Trial Section of the State Bar of Georgia.
- Former Chairman, General Practice and Trial Section of the State Bar of Georgia.
Special Licenses / Certifications
- Graduate, LEAD Program, Georgia Trial Lawyers Association.
Educational Background
- University of Georgia School of Law — Juris Doctor, 2011; Cum Laude.
- University of Georgia — Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Religion, English, and History, 2007; Minor in Theater.
- Marietta High School.
Other Outstanding Achievements
- Full-service attorney experienced at both the trial and appellate levels.
- Represents clients injured by the intentional or negligent acts of others.
Honors
- National Member, Order of the Barrister.
- Notes Editor, Journal of Intellectual Property Law.
- Mock Trial Board, University of Georgia School of Law.
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2023 - 2025
- Rising Stars: 2019 - 2022