Overview
Neil serves as Chair of the firm’s Executive Committee and focuses his practice on occupational safety and health (OSHA), equal employment opportunity, and wage-hour law.
He advises employers on regulatory compliance and workplace safety obligations in the U.S. and has also supported multinational companies in developing and enhancing safety programs in Europe and Latin America. Neil regularly represents employers during OSHA inspections, enforcement proceedings, and related litigation.
In addition to his regulatory and compliance practice, Neil provides employee relations counseling and delivers EEO and safety training for management teams across industries. He is a sought-after speaker on OSHA compliance and broader employment law topics and frequently presents at industry and legal conferences nationwide.
Honors & Recognition
- The Best Lawyers in America® for Employment Law - Management (2013-2026)
- Chambers USA Guide® (2009-2025)
- Georgia Super Lawyers® (2004-2005, 2012-2020)
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Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent® Peer Rated for Highest Level of Professional Excellence
About Me
Neil enjoys piano, weight lifting and reading. He is married and has four sons and five grandchildren.
Credentials
Education
University of Georgia
- J.D., 1980
- Staff member of the International Law Journal
Tulane University
- B.S., Psychology, magna cum laude, 1977
Media
News
Events
Legal Analysis
Constangy Streaming
- Donald S. Prophete, Partner - New York, NYNeil H. Wasser, Chair of the Executive Committee - Atlanta, GATeresa Rider Bult, Administrative Partner and General Counsel to the Firm - Nashville, TN
Professional & Civic Associations
Civic
- AA Synagogue
- Atlanta Humane Society, Board of Directors (2010-2015)
- Quest for the Best, Advisory Committee
Professional
- American Bar Association
- Georgia Bar Association
- Atlanta Bar Association
Services
Admissions
- Georgia, 1980
“There are two ways to lead your life: karaoke or authenticity.”
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