John Monroe is a trial lawyer who represents employers in cases involving claims of employment discrimination and harassment, breach of contract, unfair competition, misappropriation of trade secrets, and employment/ business torts. He has extensive experience in prosecuting and defending claims for injunctive relief, and in the trial of jury cases.
John is admitted to practice before the trial and appellate courts of Georgia and North Carolina.
John is a member of the Board of Trustees of the Atlanta Preservation Center and serves as a League Director for the football program at Northside Youth Organization.
John is a member of the firm's Executive Committee and serves as the managing partner of the firm's Atlanta office.
Recent Experience
ˇ In a recent jury trial, the plaintiff corporation sought an eight figure recovery from the firm's client on a claim of misappropriation of trade secrets. John and a team of Ford & Harrison attorneys obtained a directed verdict in favor of the defendant on all damage claims. That ruling resulted in the settlement of the case on favorable terms.
ˇ John convinced a federal jury to return a defense verdict in a reverse race discrimination trial despite direct evidence that the plaintiff's race was a factor in the decision to terminate the plaintiff's employment.
ˇ In a five plaintiff sexual harassment lawsuit, John recently obtained summary judgment in favor of management on all harassment and discrimination claims.
Honors and Awards
ˇ The Best Lawyers in America - Labor and Employment Law
ˇ Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business
ˇ "Georgia Super Lawyers" and "Super Lawyers - Corporate Counsel Edition" by Law & Politics magazine
ˇ AV® Preeminent Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell
Industries
Food and Beverage
Healthcare
Memberships
American Bar Association
Atlanta Bar Association
Lawyers Club of Atlanta