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December 19, 2023

Last week Lee Niedrach obtained a judgment for over $440,000 for his client, including $100,000 in punitive damages. Lee’s client was walking his dogs in the neighborhood when he was suddenly attacked by an unrestrained dog. The client fought off the attacking dog to protect himself and his own dogs. In the process he lost the tip of his thumb and had to undergo corrective surgery. Lee uncovered the dog’s prior bite history to establish its dangerous propensity and the owners’ negligence in failing to restrain it.

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November 10, 2023

Mediocre bowling for a GREAT cause. “The Dudes Abide” reached new heights last evening, some even hitting triple digits. Our “trophy” was being able to support local families through the wonderful work of the Family Resource Center! Read more about them here.

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November 10, 2023

MSP was one of many sponsors and put in a full Clubs & Clays team. The annual Clubs & Clays fundraising event was another tremendous success and will greatly benefit the youth that the Open Door Home serves. They do great work, check them out!

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October 20, 2023

The firm supported the annual clay shoot put on by the Boys & Girls Club of Northwest Georgia. They do great work, check them out!

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October 16, 2023

We’re proud to share that our very own Chris Jackson, as Past President of Heart of the Community, recently presented an AED defibrillator to James H. Sloppy Floyd State Park. A testament to our shared commitment to the safety and wellbeing of our community.

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August 10, 2023

Rob Monroe recently settled a workers compensation claim against a local landscaping company for $65,000. The client injured his shoulder in March, 2021 and underwent 2 surgeries over the last 2 years. The insurance company also wrongfully stopped our client’s weekly benefits several months ago, and Rob secured a court order requiring them to continue paying.

Georgia’s workers compensation system is complex, and contains a maze of terminology, procedural rules, and deadlines. If you or a family member has been injured at work, call MSP for a consultation with Rob about your rights.

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June 5, 2023

We are happy to share that our very own office manager, the incredible Courtney Shepard, has been accepted into Leadership Rome, Class 41! In addition to keeping our operations running smoothly, she also tirelessly serves our community as the Chair of the Rome Floyd Chamber’s Young Professionals. It’s evident that her passion for service extends well beyond the walls of our office. Courtney’s acceptance into Leadership Rome is a testament to her dedication to personal growth and community development. We can’t wait to see the positive impact Courtney will undoubtedly bring through her participation in this prestigious program. Congratulations Courtney!

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May 23, 2023

Scott Smith brings the world of law to life for our city’s smallest explorers on their grand tour of Rome. A day of discovery and learning beyond the classroom!

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March 21, 2023

We are excited to host the next Business After Hours with the Rome Floyd Chamber on April 20! Please be sure to RSVP here. We look forward to seeing you!

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February 24, 2023

McRae, Smith, Peek, Harman & Monroe, LLP is pleased to announce the election of Benjamin P. Stell as a partner in the firm as of January 1, 2023. Ben has worked as an associate attorney at MSP since 2017 following two summers clerking at the firm during law school. Ben is a 2008 graduate of South Paulding High School in Douglasville, GA. He went on to obtain his undergraduate degree and an MBA from Shorter University, where he was a pitcher for Shorter’s baseball team. Ben then attended The University of Georgia School of Law, graduating Cum Laude in 2017. During law school, Ben was heavily involved with UGA’s Advocacy program, competing on both the Moot Court and Mock Trial teams. In his third year, Ben’s advocacy experience earned him a selection into the Joseph Henry Lumpkin American Inn of Court. He was also sworn in under the Third Year Practice Act during his final year at UGA and worked in the Newton County District Attorney’s Office where he helped prosecute both felonies and misdemeanors. Prior to graduation, Ben was presented with the Georgia Defense Lawyers Association Willis J. “Dick” Richardson, Jr. Student Award for Outstanding Trial Advocacy.

Ben’s practice at MSP is litigation focused, having advised and represented clients in a wide variety of civil matters. He has developed an expansive domestic relations practice after representing clients throughout Northwest Georgia in contested divorce actions and custody disputes. Ben also serves as co-litigation counsel for Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center, defending the hospital and its care providers in complex medical malpractice and general liability matters at both the federal and state court level. Additionally, Ben represents clients who have suffered severe and catastrophic injuries as a result of the negligence of third parties, routinely helping clients achieve substantial settlements through pre-suit negotiation and contested litigation.

In 2019, Ben sat for the bar exam in Alabama and now holds an active license in both Georgia and Alabama. Ben also serves as a board member for the Open Door Home in Rome, a long-standing nonprofit providing care and resources to youth in need. Ben lives in Rome with his wife, Abby, a Rome native.