Jonathan E. Hawkins

Jonathan E. Hawkins has built a distinguished legal career by helping lawyers and their firms navigate challenges in governance, ethics, and compliance. He focuses on providing clear and practical guidance that empowers clients to pursue their objectives while minimizing unnecessary obstacles. His approach emphasizes efficiency, cutting through redundancy to deliver solutions that move matters forward.

Jonathan began his academic journey at the Georgia Institute of Technology, graduating in 1999 with high honors and a degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering. He received his Juris Doctor at the University of Georgia School of Law, where he graduated cum laude and served as Managing Editor of the Georgia Law Review.

Jonathan’s career includes valuable government and judicial service. He clerked for the Honorable John F. Nangle of the U.S. District Court, Southern District of Georgia, and later served as Legal Counsel to the Judiciary Committee of the Georgia House of Representatives. He also worked as Outside Counsel to the Georgia Government Transparency and Campaign Finance Commission and contributed as a Supervisory Panel Member for the Georgia Public Defender Standards Council. These roles provided deep insight into both state and federal systems.

Jonathan has been recognized with professional distinctions that reflect his influence in the legal field. He has been named among the Top 100 Lawyers in Georgia and holds an AV Preeminent Peer rating from Martindale-Hubbell. In addition, he was selected in 2016 as one of the Most Influential Attorneys in Georgia. His thought leadership is well known, with regular contributions to the Fulton County Daily Report, and his cases have drawn coverage in outlets including USA Today, the Atlanta Journal Constitution, Law360, Yahoo Finance, Atlanta Business Chronicle, Washington Examiner, and major television and radio stations.

Jonathan E. Hawkins continues to serve as a trusted advisor who blends legal knowledge with a strong analytical background. His dedication to advancing client goals, paired with a reputation for integrity and clarity, defines his role as a leader in the legal profession.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, Law Firm GC, LLC
• Member, State Bar of Georgia

Licensed State

• Georgia

Education

• University of Georgia School of Law
• Georgia Institute of Technology
  BS in Industrial and Systems Engineering

Awards & Badges