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Patrick Scott Ferris

Overview

Practice Areas
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  • 80% DUI / DWI
  • 10% Criminal Defense
  • 5% Appeals
  • 5% Litigation

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Fixed (Sometimes), Free Consultation (30 minutes), Retainer (Sometimes)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

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Patrick is a former DUI prosecutor who now concentrates his practice on defending people accused of driving while intoxicated. He has a strong record of... more

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Client Reviews

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5.0 star rating 3 reviews
5 star rating

“**Excellent Attorney**”

Posted by: a DUI client, 2010-04-26 almost 2 years ago.

Client Review: I was devastated when faced with a DUI charge on my record. I am career oriented & knew this charge would make a huge impact not only in my personal... more
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“Hardworking Attorney”

Posted by: a DUI client, 2010-02-01 about 2 years ago.

Client Review: I had the unfortunate experience of being arrested for DUI. I am currently enrolled in college and could not stand the conviction on my record.... more
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Peer Endorsements

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Marc Gregory Metts

I endorse this lawyer.

Endorsement from lawyer: Marc Metts , Douglas (GA), 18 days ago
T. Kevin Mooney

Patrick out works, out thinks, and out maneuvers the prosecutors for his clients' benefit. He is a highly skilled dedicated advocate on DUI cases.... more

Endorsement from lawyer: T. Mooney , Atlanta (GA), 10 months ago
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Résumé

 

License

11 years since Patrick Scott Ferris was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Georgia Active Member in Good Standing 2000 01/13/2012
South Carolina Authorized to practice law 2001 01/27/2009
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience
Position Duration
Athens-Clarke County Solicitor's Office 2001–2003

Education
School Major Degree Graduated
University of Georgia, Athens Law JD - Juris Doctor 2000
University of Georgia, Athens English AB 1997

Awards
Award Name Granting Organization Date
Standardized Field Sobreity Test Instructor IDS/NHTSA/IACP 2009
ABA National Trial Competition Team University of Georgia School of Law 2000
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Associations
Position Association Name Duration
Member Georgia Defense of Drinking Drivers 2009-present
General Member National College for DUI Defense 2009-present
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Portfolio

Contribution
Reputation Level 6
Answers: 6 Legal Answers
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3 Answers marked as good
Guides: 0 Legal Guides
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Publications
Article Publication Date
Regarding Some Less Common Issues... Georgia DUI Update (Georgia ICLE) 2011

Speaking Engagements
Presentation Name Conference Date
A Primer on Plea Negotiations, Trials, and Client Representation in DUI Cases Georgia DUI Update 2011 2011
Legal Aspects of Mental Health Law Georgia Crisis Intervention Team Training (POST) 2010