Jerilyn E. Gardner

Jerilyn E. Gardner is a skilled attorney who strongly focuses on employment law, representing clients in discrimination, retaliation, and wage and hour disputes. She has extensive experience handling complex matters under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), including large-scale nationwide collective actions. Ms. Gardner is committed to helping individuals understand their legal rights and resolve workplace challenges effectively.

Ms. Gardner holds a Juris Doctor from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law and earned her Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Georgia. She began her legal career with a clerkship at the Georgia Court of Appeals and a federal clerkship at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. These roles provided her with significant judicial experience and shaped her approach to employment litigation.

Throughout her career, Jerilyn E. Gardner has been a trusted employment law attorney for clients facing complex workplace issues. She is committed to protecting employee rights and promoting fair treatment on the job, using her extensive legal experience to craft practical, results‑driven strategies. Her work spans employment litigation, legal education, and published authorship, underscoring her leadership and authority in the employment law field.

Ms. Gardner frequently serves as a faculty member for Lorman Education Services, presenting on wage and hour law topics to fellow legal professionals. She also contributed to the American Bar Association’s Fair Labor Standards Act treatise, published in collaboration with BNA Books. Her contributions reflect a deep understanding of labor law and a strong commitment to sharing knowledge within the legal community.

Licensed to practice in Georgia and several federal courts, including the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, Ms. Gardner is well-positioned to support clients across various jurisdictions. Her dedication to justice and ability to simplify complex legal matters make her an invaluable advocate for employees seeking fair workplace treatment.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, HKM Employment Attorneys LLP
• Member, National Employment Lawyers Association
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, The National Trial Lawyers

Licensed State

• Georgia

Education

• University of Pittsburgh School of Law,
  Juris Doctorate (JD)
• University of Georgia
  BS in Education

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