M. Steven Heath

M. Steven Heath is a seasoned trial attorney with more than four decades of experience representing businesses and individuals throughout Georgia and the southeastern United States. He handles lawsuits and disputes in civil litigation, insurance defense, and workers’ compensation law at Cowsert Heath, LLP. His legal career is defined by extensive courtroom advocacy in complex civil matters, including cases heard in Georgia state courts, the United States District Court, and multiple courts of appeals. He has handled cases before the Georgia Court of Appeals, the Supreme Court of Georgia, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, demonstrating a strong command of trial and appellate practice.

Mr. Heath earned both his undergraduate and legal education from the University of Georgia. He received his B.A., graduating magna cum laude, followed by his J.D. from the University of Georgia School of Law, where he graduated cum laude. During law school, he served on the editorial staff of the Georgia Law Review, an experience that strengthened his legal research, writing, and analytical skills, which continue to inform his litigation work today.

Mr. Heath has focused on civil litigation across a broad range of practice areas throughout his career. His work includes insurance defense and coverage matters, premises liability, negligent security, motor vehicle and trucking litigation, products liability, construction disputes, environmental and occupational torts, business litigation, and defamation claims. He is also highly experienced in workers’ compensation law and has successfully represented clients before the Georgia State Board of Workers’ Compensation.

M. Steven Heath has clients who rely on him for his strategic approach, thorough preparation, and ability to manage complex legal issues efficiently. His work helps businesses and individuals resolve disputes, manage risk, and navigate challenging legal environments with confidence. Recognized with an AV™ Peer Review Rating™ from Martindale-Hubbell®, Mr. Heath is widely respected for his professionalism, legal skill, and long-standing commitment to effective advocacy.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Cowsert Heath, LLP
• Member, State Bar of Georgia
• Member, Western Circuit Bar Association
• Member, Georgia Defense Lawyers Association

Licensed State

• Georgia

Education

• University of Georgia School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Georgia
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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