8.8
Excellent
Overview
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Fees & Payments
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Fees
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Free Consultation (60 minutes)
Payment types
Cash, Check, Credit Card
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Contact Information
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About Me
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About me: My practice is concentrated primarily in trial work. I represent clients in wrongful death cases, automobile collisions and prescription drug injuries. Locally... more
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References
Client Reviews
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Posted by:
Wanda,
2009-11-20
1 day ago.
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Client Review:
In the midst of personal issues I drove after having had too much to drink. The police saw me swerve. Unfortunately, after I pulled over I backed...
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Kay,
2009-11-18
3 days ago.
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Client Review:
My daughter was charged with DUI and other offenses. We heard from several sources that Mr. Forehand was a good attorney. When we met he took the...
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Endorsements
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I have known Jon since he started practicing law, probably 20 years or more. He is always prepared and zealous in his representation of his clients....
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Endorsement from lawyer:
G. Kunes
, Tifton (GA), 8 months ago
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Résumé
Licenses
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19 years
since Jon Vincent Forehand was first licensed to practice law in GA.
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Work Experience
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| Position |
Duration |
| Partner at Allen, Forehand & Adams LLP |
2007–present
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| Partner at Allen & Forehand |
1997–2007
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| Partner at Kirbo, McCalley & Forehand |
1995–1997
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| Associate at Kirbo & McCalley |
1990–1995
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Education
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| School |
Major |
Degree |
Graduated |
| University of Georgia, Athens |
Law |
JD - Juris Doctor |
1990 |
| Lee University |
Theology |
BS - Bachelor of Science |
1986 |
| Emmanuel College |
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A.A |
1984 |
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Awards
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| Award Name |
Granting Organization |
Date |
| 2009-2010 Top 100 Georgia Trial Lawyers |
The American Trial Lawyers Association |
2009 |
| National Top Attorney |
The Legal News |
2009 |
| Lifetime Member |
Million Dollar Advocates Forum |
2005 |
| Young Alumnus Achievment Award |
Emmanuel College |
2004 |
| Certificate in Risk Management for Churches and Schools |
University of Cambridge |
2001 |
| National Commander's Award |
Royal Rangers IPHC |
1991 |
| Madison-Jefferson National Conference Scholarship |
Americans United |
1989 |
| Who's Who Among American Law Students |
Who's Who Legal |
1988 |
| Tennis team Hustle Award |
Lee University |
1986 |
| Eaton Scholarship |
Lee University |
1985 |
| Thomas Scholarship |
Lee University |
1984 |
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Associations
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| Position |
Association Name |
Duration |
| Member |
Moultrie Bar Association |
1990–present
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| Arbitrator and Mediator |
Registered Neutral with Georgia Supreme Court |
2000–present
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| Board of Trustees |
Emmanuel College |
2005–present
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| Board of Directors |
Extension Loan Fund |
1993–2005
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| Member |
American Association for Justice |
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| Member |
Christian Legal Society |
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| Member |
Georgia Trial Lawyers Association |
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Portfolio
Legal Guides
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Avvo Contribution:
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Avvo Answers
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Avvo Contribution:
what is the cost to file a uncontested divorce in...
I am not sure from your question if you are wishing to file for divorce here or if you were... more
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Publications
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Publication |
Date |
| Sex Offenders and the Church |
The Advocate |
2009 |
| What were you told and can you repeat it? |
The Advocate |
2009 |
| If Mama Won't Sign the Release, Can I Still Go on the Youth Trip? |
The Advocate |
2007 |
| New Opportunity For Tax-Free Charitable Giving |
The Advocate |
2007 |
| Church loses $10M Verdict Over Van's Blown Tire |
The Advocate |
2006 |
| Money for Nothing? |
The Advocate |
2003 |
| On the Top Bunk |
Evangel |
2002 |
| New Federal Law Protects Charitable Giving |
The Advocate |
2001 |
| Incorporation of Churches in Georgia |
The Advocate |
2000 |
| Georgia Church Found Lable For Child Molestation |
The Advocate |
1999 |
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Cases
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- Title:
- Norris v. Georgia DOT
- Practice Area:
- Personal Injury
- Outcome:
- Dismissal of Complaint reversed
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Norris v. Georgia DOT, 268 Ga. 192, 486 S.E.2d 826 (1997)
The Georgia Tort Claims Act requires mailing of notice of claim within 12 month period,...
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Speaking Engagements
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| Speaking Engagement Name |
Conference |
Date |
| Risk Management for Churches |
Christian Education Training Seminar |
2008 |
| Risk Management for Churches |
Ministries Training Conference |
2007 |
| Legal Cosiderations for Hurricane Katrina Victims |
Hurricane Katrina Relief Expo |
2005 |
| Secrets of DUI Defense |
Moultrie Police Dept Training |
1999 |
| Hot Legal Topics |
Ministries Training Conference |
1997 |
| Avoiding the Millstone |
Christian Ministries Conference |
1995 |
| Youth Protection |
Christian Education Convention |
1992 |
| Youth Protection |
National Christian Education Conference |
1990 |
| Child Abuse Prevention |
National Council |
1990 |
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