ALPHARETTA, GA – December 22, 2025 – PRESSADVANTAGE –
Horst Shewmaker, an Alpharetta-based personal injury practice, has been named a 2025 Best of Georgia Honorable Mention Winner by the Georgia Business Journal. The recognition acknowledges the firm’s work representing clients in vehicle collision cases throughout the state.
The Best of Georgia awards program, administered by the Georgia Business Journal, evaluates law practices across multiple criteria including client service, professional reputation, and case outcomes. Horst Shewmaker received the honorable mention designation in the legal services category, marking the first time the firm has received this recognition from the publication.

Founded by attorneys Michael W. Horst and Zachary S. Shewmaker, the Alpharetta practice has represented injured clients since its establishment. Both founding attorneys hold 2025 Super Lawyers designations, a peer-recognition program that selects attorneys based on professional achievement and peer evaluation.
“This recognition reflects our commitment to providing comprehensive legal representation for accident victims throughout Georgia,” said Zachary S. Shewmaker, founding partner at Horst Shewmaker. “Every member of our team contributes to achieving favorable outcomes for clients dealing with the aftermath of serious collisions.”
The firm has recovered millions in compensation for clients across thousands of injury cases. Recent settlements include $3 million in a tractor-trailer accident case, $1.6 million in a wrongful death vehicle collision, and $875,000 for a client who sustained back injuries in a car accident. The Horst Shewmaker car accident lawyer team operates on a contingency fee basis, requiring no upfront payment from clients.
The Georgia Business Journal recognition comes as Horst Shewmaker continues expanding its services throughout the state. The firm provides free case evaluations for potential clients and maintains 24/7 availability for accident victims seeking immediate legal guidance. Attorneys review each case individually to assess claim strength, explain legal options, and develop strategies for pursuing maximum compensation through settlement or trial.
The firm handles various types of personal injury claims, including car accidents, motorcycle collisions, truck accidents, bicycle accidents, pedestrian incidents, and rideshare accidents. Additional practice areas encompass brain injuries, dog bites, slip and fall injuries, spinal injuries, and wrongful death cases.
Horst Shewmaker maintains its primary office in Alpharetta, where attorneys Michael W. Horst, Zachary S. Shewmaker, Jarrett L. Miller, and Torrie L. Dale collectively bring over 30 years of combined experience in personal injury law. The firm provides comprehensive legal services including investigating accident scenes, filing insurance claims, negotiating settlements, ensuring compliance with Georgia law, and taking cases to trial when necessary.
The practice focuses on addressing the challenges accident victims face, including dealing with insurance companies, establishing fault and liability, managing long-term medical costs, addressing emotional and psychological impacts, navigating legal deadlines, and securing fair compensation for injuries and losses.
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For more information about Horst Shewmaker, LLC, contact the company here:
Horst Shewmaker, LLC
Zachary S. Shewmaker
6785627714
info@horstshewmaker.com
10745 Westside Way Suite 165, Alpharetta, GA 30009
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