About Erin

Erin N. Spritzer is a seasoned trial lawyer with nearly a decade of experience as an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) in the Middle District of Georgia and the Northern District of Georgia. As an AUSA, she prosecuted complex, high-stakes cases involving financial fraud, racketeering, violent crime, child exploitation, public corruption, and health care fraud. She tried numerous jury trials to verdict, including two multi-defendant RICO trials, and argued before the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals. Recognized for her courtroom skills and managing large-scale investigations, she has earned multiple honors, including the Assistant Attorney General Award, OCDETF Director’s Award, and commendations from the FBI and U.S. Attorney’s Office.

Erin served internationally as a U.S. Department of Justice legal advisor in Moldova, mentoring prosecutors on anti-corruption efforts. She also has significant prior experience in private practice defending clients in white collar and civil matters. In addition to her legal practice, she is a faculty member of Emory Law School’s Trial Techniques Program and an active leader in professional and community organizations.

Recognitions

The Legal 500, White Collar Crime: Atlanta Elite (2026)

Assistant Attorney General Award (2020)

FBI Director Commendation

OCDETF (Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces) Director’s Award (2022)

U.S. Attorney’s Award for Outstanding Contributions to the Mission of the U.S. Attorney’s Office (2022)

U.S. Attorney’s Award for Superior Performance by a Litigative Team (2022)

USDA Award for Exceptional Skills and Extraordinary Contributions that Enhanced FSIS Public Health, Food Safety, and Enforcement Goals (2019)

Credentials

Education

J.D., Emory University School of Law

B.A., University of North at Carolina Chapel Hill

Admissions

  • Georgia
  • North Carolina

Organizational Involvement

Professional

American Jewish Committee Atlanta, Board Member

Anti-Defamation League Glass Leadership Institute (2024)

Emory University Law School Kessler-Edison Program for Trial Techniques, Faculty

Judge Clarence Cooper Inn of Court, Emory University School of Law, Master

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