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- S. G., a Criminal Defense client
Overview
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Fees and Payment Types
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Fees
Contingent (30%-45%), Free Consultation (60 minutes), Hourly ($1-$300/hour), Pro Bono (10%), Retainer (Sometimes)
Payment types
Cash, Check, Credit Card
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Contact Information
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The Schiffer Firm, LLC
3355 Lenox Rd., NE
Suite 750
Atlanta, GA 30326
404-963-9468
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About Me
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Thank you for viewing my profile. My name is Joshua G. Schiffer and I own The Schiffer Firm, LLC. I handle a wide variety of cases with an emphasis on criminal... more
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References
Client Reviews
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Posted by:
a Criminal Defense client,
2011-11-17
3 months ago.
Client Review:
When my loved one was caught in the middle of a criminal case Josh was a reliable and resourceful person to have on our side. I spoke to several...
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Posted by:
S. G.,
2010-02-01
about 2 years ago.
Client Review:
When it came to my case, Mr. Schiffer was diligent, knowledgeable, candid, and responsive. He truly cares about his client's rights and recourse....
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Peer Endorsements
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Josh is dedicated, determined, and smart. He works hard for his clients and takes pride in good outcomes---which he has gotten a lot of. I would...
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Endorsement from lawyer:
Justin Spizman
, Atlanta (GA), 29 days ago
I endorse Joshua. He is a nationally known criminal defense lawyer with a reputation for aggressively defending his clients.
Endorsement from lawyer:
Michael Waddington
, Humacao (PR), 5 months ago
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Résumé
License
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9 years since Joshua G. Schiffer was first licensed to practice law.
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Year acquired |
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| Georgia |
Active Member in Good Standing
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2002 |
01/13/2012 |
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Work Experience
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Duration |
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Partner at
ChancoSchiffer P.C.
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2011–present
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Attorney at Law at
The Schiffer Firm, LLC
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2007–present
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Attorney at
Georgia Public Defender Standards Council
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2006–2007
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Attorney at
Payne & Boyle LLC
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2003–2003
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Law Clerk at
Cobb County Superior Court
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2002–2003
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Education
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Degree |
Graduated |
| Georgia State University College of Law |
Law |
Juris Doctor |
2002 |
| Clark University |
Government/International Relations/Development |
BA - Bachelor of Arts |
1998 |
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Awards
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| Award Name |
Granting Organization |
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| Legal Elite |
Georgia Trend Magazine |
2010 |
| Legal Elite 2009: Criminal Law |
Georgia Trend Magazine |
2009 |
| First Place: Regionals (Cobb;Coach) |
State Bar of Georgia Mock Trial Program |
2009 |
| Tobin-Powell Mediator Award |
Fulton County Landlord/Tenant Mediation Program |
2002 |
| Most Likely to Succeed Mr. Wizard |
Rocky Mount Elementary School, 3rd grade |
1984 |
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Associations
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Association Name |
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American Association for Justice |
2010-present
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Lawyers Club of Atlanta |
2010-present
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| Alumni |
Trial Lawyers College-- Gerry Spence |
2007-present
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Georgia Court of Appeals |
2005-present
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State Bar of Georgia |
2002-present
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Portfolio
Contribution
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Reputation Level 11
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Cases
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Outcome: Reduction of charge from serious issue to minor.
Outcome: Nolle Pros/Dismissal
Outcome: Dismissal of multiple drug charges
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Publications
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Publication |
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| Memorial; Homero Martinez |
The Warrior |
2009 |
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Speaking Engagements
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Conference |
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| DUI Defense |
John Marshall College of Law |
2011 |
| Family Law |
Family Law Institute CLE |
2009 |
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