Michael M. Hill

Partner

Atlanta, GA
D 770.303.8635 | F 770.937.9960
mhill@fmglaw.com

Education

  • J.D., University of Georgia School of Law, cum laude
  • M.A., The New School, International Relations
  • B.A., University of Memphis, cum laude

Interdisciplinary Teams

Education

Fair Housing

Overview

Michael Hill is a Partner in the Labor & Employment Law and Government Law National Practice Sections in FMG’s Atlanta office. He serves as Vice-Chair for the Government Law National Practice Section, Vice-Chair for the Southeast Employment Practice Team, and Vice-Chair for the Southeast Government Practice Team.

As a member of the firm's Labor & Employment Law National Practice Section, Mr. Hill represents both public and private employers in litigation and pre-suit negotiations involving claims of alleged unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation; wage and hour disputes; family and medical leave issues; and employment-contract disputes, including contracts involving non-disclosure, non-solicitation, and non-compete agreements. He also represents companies in audits by the U.S. Department of Labor and advises employers on complying with laws regarding overtime compensation, classifying employees as exempt or non-exempt under the FLSA, employee vs. independent-contractor classifications, accommodating individuals with disabilities, providing accommodations for religious observances and practices, accommodating pregnant employees, and conducting internal investigations into claims of harassment. In addition, he has spoken publicly and in webinars on best practices regarding EEO policies, overtime policies, and general employee handbook provisions.

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Bar Admissions

Georgia Court of Appeals

Georgia Superior and State Courts

Georgia Supreme Court

United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit

United States District Court for the Middle District of Georgia

United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia

United States District Court for the Southern District of Georgia

United States Supreme Court

Publications & Engagements
  • Seen but Not Heard: An Argument for Granting Evidentiary Hearings to Weigh the Credibility of Recanted Testimony, 46 Ga. L. Rev. 213 (2011)

Client Successes
Awards and Recognition

  •  2023-2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®
  • Recognized by Best Lawyers in America®: Ones to Watch, 2021 Edition in the field of Labor and Employment Law – Management
Classes/Seminars Taught
  • Employment Law in Today’s Political Environment (2017 Greek Housing Conference, Georgia Institute of Technology)
  • Restrictive Covenants and Trade Secrets – Effective Steps to Protect Your Confidential Information and Business Interests (Webinar)