Hon. Susan E. Edlein

Susan Eichler Edlein is a distinguished Judge in the Fulton County State Court, having served since 2008 and previously holding the position of Chief Judge. Her significant contributions to legal practice are evident through her awards, including the Kathleen Kessler Award in 2013 and the Honorable Debra Bernes Community Volunteer Award in 2017 from the Georgia Association for Women Lawyers. She was also honored with the Atlanta Bar Association's Professionalism Award in 2012 and the Outstanding Women in the Profession Achievement Award in 2022. Before her judicial career, Edlein distinguished herself as a litigation partner at Holland & Knight LLP, where she contributed to various legal cases and projects. Her professional journey is marked by leadership roles within the Atlanta Bar Association, including serving on the Board of Governors, chairing the Lawyer’s Club, and leading the Litigation Section. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a Juris Doctor from the University of Virginia School of Law. Her dedication to the legal profession is further demonstrated through her membership in key professional organizations such as the State Bar of Georgia, Atlanta Bar Association, Georgia Association for Women Lawyers, and the Commercial Real Estate Women’s Leadership Program. Susan Eichler Edlein's legacy is defined by her commitment to justice, community service, and professional excellence, making her a trailblazer in the field of law.