About Cynthia Lynn
Cynthia Lynn Counts is the founder and managing attorney at Counts Law Group in Atlanta, Georgia. She has dedicated her career to business law, while also practicing in employment law, intellectual property, and appeals and appellate law. The firm, established in 2000, serves clients, addressing various legal needs across multiple sectors. Cynthia earned her Juris Doctor from The University of Georgia School of Law in 1989. Before that, she completed her Bachelor of Arts in English at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1985.
Her academic background laid a solid foundation for her legal career. This lets the attorney navigate complex legal issues effectively. Her professional journey began in 1992 when she worked as an associate at a law firm. After several years, she advanced to another associate position in 1998, gaining experience in different areas of law. Since founding her own firm, she has focused on providing tailored legal solutions to her clients, ensuring that their business interests are well protected.
Cynthia is actively involved in various professional organizations. She holds memberships in the Georgia Press Association and the American Bar Association's Torts and Insurance Practice Section, where she has served as chair of the Media Law and Defamation Torts Committee. Additionally, she co-chairs the First Amendment Committee, advocating for the rights of free speech and press. Her commitment to these causes is evident through her work with the Media Law Resource Center and the ABA Women in Communications Law. In addition to her legal practice, Cynthia contributes to the legal community by serving on the organizing committee for the Georgia Bar's Media and Judiciary Seminar.
She has also been involved in the Conference Planning Committee for Georgia Judges, Journalists, Lawyers, and the First Amendment, fostering collaboration among key stakeholders in the legal field. Her editorial roles, including managing editor for The Alston & Bird Trial and Appellate Practice Review, showcase her dedication to legal scholarship and education. Cynthia's experience and active involvement in the legal community position her as a respected figure in her field. She continues to advocate for her clients while contributing to the broader discourse on media law and First Amendment rights. Her work not only impacts her clients but also shapes the legal field in Georgia and beyond.
