Constance Woods

Biography

Constance Woods is the Vice President – Legal for American Southern Insurance Company in Atlanta. Constance joined American Southern in February, 2013 after several years in private practice. In her role with American Southern, she oversees and monitors large loss claims, complex claims and claims in litigation. In addition, she litigates coverage issues on behalf of American Southern, reviews policy forms and endorsements and provides other legal advice and counsel to the Company.

Prior to joining American Southern, Constance was a Partner with Austin & Sparks, P.C. Her practice was primarily concentrated in the area of insurance coverage where she provided insurance companies with advice and opinions regarding various coverage issues related to commercial general liability, public liability, excess, commercial auto, personal auto and homeowners’ insurance policies. She also litigated insurance coverage issues on behalf of insurers and insureds.

Constance is admitted to the Georgia Bar, the Northern District of Georgia, the Middle District of Georgia, the United States Court of Appeals for the 11

th Circuit, and the United States Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit.

Constance is a graduate of Girls' Preparatory School, Chattanooga, TN; East Stroudsburg University (B.S. 1992, Business Management,

cum laude); Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business, University of Pittsburgh (MBA 1993); and Georgia State University College of Law (J.D. 2004, cum laude,). Prior to attending law school, Constance spent 12 years in the corporate sector as a Human Resources Manager and Director.

Constance was born and raised on Signal Mountain outside of Chattanooga. She and her husband, Joe, reside in Duluth, GA. Constance is an avid golfer and devoted follower of Southeastern Conference Football.

Education

No information available.

Admissions/Licenses

• Bar Admissions: GA
• Licensed Adjuster: GA