Daedrea Lewis is a Partner at Stewart Miller Simmons, where she advocates passionately for justice in premises liability cases, with a primary focus on general negligence, negligent security, and sexual assault matters. Known for her sharp legal acumen and unwavering commitment to her clients, Daedrea has built a reputation as a fearless trial attorney who stands with those who need a strong voice the most.
A native of Detroit, Michigan, Daedrea relocated to Atlanta, Georgia to pursue her academic and professional ambitions. She earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in International Business from Clark Atlanta University, followed by her Juris Doctor from Texas Southern University’s Thurgood Marshall School of Law, graduating summa cum laude.
Her exceptional legal skill and dedication have earned her national recognition, including being named one of the Top 40 Lawyers Under 40 by the American Bar Association, receiving the Super Lawyers Rising Star honor from 2020–2023, and being named as a Super Lawyer from 2024 to the present. She was also celebrated as one of the inaugural Clark Atlanta University 40 Under 40 Young Alumni Achievement Award recipients, a testament to her influence both in and beyond the courtroom.
Outside of her law practice, Daedrea is a dynamic entrepreneur, community leader, and mentor. She is deeply committed to service, holding active memberships in Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Hands on Atlanta, and the Junior League of Atlanta. She also serves as a board member for the International Community School, a charter school in DeKalb County, Georgia that educates refugees, immigrants, and local children in a diverse environment. Within the legal community, Daedrea currently serves as the Vice President of the Gate City Bar Association, the oldest bar association for African-American Attorneys in the State of Georgia. Daedrea thrives on giving back through mentorship, advocacy, and initiatives that empower underrepresented communities.
When she is not championing justice or leading business ventures, Daedrea can be found traveling or spending time with her family. Whether in the courtroom, the boardroom, or her community, she embodies excellence, resilience, and purpose.