Adam Malone is an Atlanta medical malpractice lawyer and managing partner of Malone Law Medical Malpractice and Severe Injury Lawyers. The firm was founded over 50 years ago by Mr. Malone’s father to serve victims of medical malpractice and those who have suffered catastrophic injuries due to the negligent actions of others.
Mr. Malone loves the courtroom, trial, medicine, high stakes, high pressure, and exposing wrongdoers to be held accountable. He has extensive experience with the issues that arise in medical malpractice cases, including birth injuries, medication errors, surgery errors, anesthesia errors, emergency room errors, and errors in diagnosis and treatment. He has represented clients with all forms of injuries, especially catastrophic injuries like brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, amputation injuries, and wrongful death. His extensive preparation, attention to detail, and relentless hard work have resulted in numerous record-setting seven- and eight-figure verdicts — including the largest verdict ever returned in his hometown of Albany, Georgia.
Mr. Malone was instrumental in getting Georgia’s medical malpractice damage caps struck down as unconstitutional. Because of his work, people harmed by medical negligence in Georgia can now recover full compensation for their injuries.
Mr. Malone has earned the respect and praise of his peers. Best Lawyers recently named Mr. Malone Lawyer of the Year in Medical Negligence. He has been recognized as a SuperLawyer every year since 2005 and has been named one of the Top 3 SuperLawyers in Georgia for the past five years in a row. In 2023, SuperLawyers named Mr. Malone the Number 1 lawyer in Georgia. He has an AV Preeminent rating for legal ethics and knowledge from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest possible peer rating from the publication. He also has a 10.0 Superb rating from Avvo.
Mr. Malone is a recognized leader in the legal community. He is a Past President of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, the state’s largest group of lawyers dedicated to protecting the right to trial by jury, the independence of the judiciary, and the rights of regular people. He is a Past President of the Southern Trial Lawyers Association and a Past President of the Melvin M. Belli Society, both invitation-only organizations comprised of the best lawyers in the country. Mr. Malone currently serves on the Governing Board of the International Academy of Trial Lawyers, which limits its membership to the 500 best lawyers in the United States and 150 best lawyers from another 40 countries around the world.
Mr. Malone earned his undergraduate degree from North Georgia Military College. He attended Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School while working a full time job. He graduated summa cum laude and was the valedictorian of his law school class. He has been honored to serve on the Board of Directors of Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School for more than 15 years and in January 2024, he was elected to serve as Chairman of the Board.
Mr. Malone is a member of the State Bar of Georgia and is admitted to practice in all Georgia state courts, the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Middle Districts of Georgia, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit.
The life of a trial lawyer requires endurance and stamina. Mr. Malone believes mental health and well-being are enhanced by nurturing ourselves physically, mentally, and spiritually. He is a martial artist in Muay Thai Boxing and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. He is an ultramarathoner and a devoted practitioner of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga. Malone is an Advanced Open Water Diver, a saltwater fisherman, and a multi-engine, instrument-rated, jet pilot.
