Steve was a partner with nearly 30 years experience in litigation and arbitration. Steve handled all types of employment matters representing management in both union and non‑union settings. His specialties included Title VII sex discrimination and race discrimination claims (including class action lawsuits), age discrimination claims (ADEA), disability discrimination claims (ADA), and labor arbitrations arising under collective bargaining agreements.

• Best Lawyers in America^®: Litigation – Labor and Employment (2007-2020)
• Chambers USA: Labor and Employment Law, Georgia (2003-2020)
• Law & Politics and Atlanta Magazine: “Super Lawyer” in Employment and Labor Law (2004-2016)
• Top Rated Lawyers Guide: Energy/Environmental/Natural Resources Law (2012)
• Who’s Who Legal USA: “Leading Practicioner” in Management Labour and Employment (2006)
• Georgia Trend Magazine:  “Legal Elite” in Labor/Employment (2004)
• Steve Riddell has achieved Martindale-Hubbell’s highest rating for legal ability and ethical standards.