About Cheryl B.
Cheryl B — Legare is an attorney specializing in employment law, based in Decatur, Georgia. With over two decades of legal experience, she has dedicated her career to representing employees in many employment-related matters. Her expertise encompasses critical areas such as disability discrimination, sexual harassment, wage and hour disputes, and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) issues. In addition to these specialties, Ms. Legare assists clients with contract negotiations and employment separations, ensuring they receive the guidance needed to navigate complex legal fields. Ms. Legare earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Georgia State University College of Law in 2002, graduating magna cum laude.
This achievement supports her excellence in legal education. Prior to pursuing her law degree, she obtained a Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) from the State University of New York at Albany in 1991, which provided her with a strong foundation in understanding human behavior and social systems. Earlier, in 1987, she received her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from Ithaca College — This diverse educational background enhances her ability to advocate for her clients. Before founding Legare, Attwood & Ragan, LLC, Ms. Legare spent seven years at one of the largest plaintiff employment law firms in the Southeast. During her tenure there, she represented numerous employees, gaining inexperience in the field. Additionally, she worked for two large national law firms, where she advised management on employment law issues and defended employers in employment-related lawsuits in both federal and state courts.
This dual perspective enriches her practice — This lets the attorney anticipate challenges and devise effective strategies for her clients. Admitted to practice law in Georgia and South Carolina, Ms. Legare is also authorized to appear before the United States District Courts for the Northern and Middle Districts of Georgia, as well as the United States Courts of Appeals for the Fourth and Eleventh Circuits and the United States Supreme Court. Her extensive qualifications enable her to handle a variety of cases at multiple levels of the judicial system. Active in several professional organizations, she is a member of the Georgia Association for Women Lawyers, the Atlanta Bar Association, and the State Bar of Georgia. Notably, she founded GAWL’s Solo/Small Firm Affinity Group and served as its past president, demonstrating her leadership within the legal community. In her personal life, Ms.
Legare resides in Decatur, Georgia, with her cat, Dixie, and her dogs, Luna and Molly. She enjoys spending time with friends, listening to live music, and traveling—activities that enrich her life outside of the legal profession. For those seeking her expertise or wishing to schedule a consultation, Ms. Legare can be reached at Legare, Attwood & Ragan, LLC, located at 125 Clairemont Avenue, Suite 515, Decatur, GA 30030. The firm’s phone number is (470) 823-4000, where potential clients can connect with her for legal assistance.
