Georgia S. Nixon

Georgia S. Nixon

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 34 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at High Point, NC
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

210 E. Lexington Ave., High Point, NC

About Georgia

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 85%

As a former assistant district attorney, Georgia Nixon has handled more cases than she can cpunt. She is a board certified specialist in State and Federal Criminal Law and has numerous successful jury trials under her belt.

35 years

85%
Personal Injury 15%

Georgia Nixon has handled hundreds of personal injury cases to her clients satisfaction. She will go the extra mile to get the client the best result.

32 years

15%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 34 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1991

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2016

Location

Nixon Law Offices, P.A.

210 E. Lexington Ave., High Point, NC, 27262

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Georgia S. Nixon's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

43 Client Reviews

5 star (41)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (2)

Posted by anonymous | January 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

100% dismissal rate

For the past 14 years I have had the pleasure of knowing Georgia. Started out as a client, but over the years Georgia has became a member of my family. Georgia has seen the worse version of me, and even then never gave up fighting. After 14 years probably 100 charges probably 50 of them felonies ev...erything from trafficking heroin, fire arm by felon, dui, position with intent has all been dismissed. With the most recent charge and final charge being dismissed in November of 2024. I have now completely changed my life, and I know for a fact if it was not for God and Georgia Nixon I would not be a free man today. Even when I gave up on myself Georgia still fought, and now i have a second chance at life, living in a different state with full custody of one my children. Thankful for Georgia and everything she has done for me over the past 14 years.

Posted by anonymous | October 4, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Attorney

Georgia Nixon is an amazing attorney! She is knowledgeable, competent, straight-forward and works in the best interest of her client. If you need a criminal defense attorney, Ms Nixon is the best!

Posted by Ashley | April 12, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Georgia Nixon is AMAZING!

From start to finish, I have nothing but good things to say about Georgia Nixon. You can absolutely put your trust in her and know that she will make the best decisions on your behalf in the courtroom. Georgian Nixon changed my life in the courtroom and I will forever be grateful for that! She's an ...amazing attorney, and she will always surprise you. As long as you do as she tells you, you will 100% come out on a better end because of her.

Posted by Julian | October 2, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Court case

Overall I couldn’t have asked for better representation for my case. Mrs. Nixon is an excellent lawyer who was always looking out for my best interest. I was extremely happy with the outcome of my case and I would give her a 10/10. Highly recommend!!

Posted by anonymous | March 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Attorney in Guilford County

Georgia was wonderful from start to finish. She has the professionalism, competence, and influence to get the job done. If you’re in search of a criminal defense attorney, Georgia Nixon is the best in the business.

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Georgia S. Nixon's Lawyer Endorsements

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Shea Ward

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Georgia is a thoughtful and experienced trial attorney. She has a passion for criminal defense and truly cares for her clients. She will represent her clients zealously, has a deep understanding of the law and knows how to employ effective trial strategies, all while maintaining a close relationship with her clients. I highly recommend Georgia."

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Jenifer McCrea

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Georgia Nixon is a consummate professional. She has a deep knowledge of the law, is well spoken in her arguments, and is a fierce advocate for her clients."

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Leah Shellberg

Unknown lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Georgia is a brilliant advocate and she is such a genuinely kind, good person. She cares deeply for her clients and she is meticulous in her representation of them. She is extraordinarily knowledgeable and she works tirelessly to ensure the absolute best for her clients. It is an absolute privilege to watch her in court, and she would be the first person I would want to represent me or a loved one if we needed help with a a PI case or a criminal charge."

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Bobby McCroskey

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"No attorney works harder for her clients to protect their rights than Georgia Nixon. Few attorneys have as much jury trial experience as she does. She's had more than 100 jury trials during her career, so she is ready to take cases to trial if need be, but she is equally skilled at negotiating favorable pleas or compromises, depending on the needs of the client."

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Jessica Culver

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Georgia is a rare gem. She is a truly good, kind person who has the ability to be tough as nails when necessary. She is one of the brightest, most experienced lawyers in the area. If you hire her, be assured she will put all her energy into getting the best result for you. She genuinely cares about meeting her clients' goals. Hire her - worth every penny!"

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Micah Huggins

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Georgia Nixon is the consummate professional. She takes her work serious and gives every case complete attention, excellence, and focus. She fights for her clients, and is "tough as nails" in the courtroom. She is truly a hard worker and it is reflected in the amount of good results she obtains on behalf of her clients. If I were charged with a crime or had a civil matter, Georgia is someone I would definitely call. She’s one of the best."

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Charles Adkins

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Georgia Nixon comes highly recommended. She has a great reputation in the legal community and displays a great amount of legal knowledge as evidenced in her Avvo responses. I endorse Mrs. Nixon."

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Thomas Smothers

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Georgia for over fifteen years. She is well regarded in the legal community and without qualification I endorse her."

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Ernest Dummit

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the honor of teaching Continuing Education Courses with Ms. Nixon, as well as working with her in the courtroom. Georgia is an outstanding attorney and has my 100% endorsement."

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Jessica Culver

Family lawyer

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Bobby McCroskey

Criminal defense lawyer

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Leah Shellberg

Family lawyer

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Micah Huggins

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ernest Dummit

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2016.

Suspension With All Stayed issued in NC, 2016

updated on 03/16/2017

Suspension stayed means the attorney has been suspended, but that the suspension is placed on hold (and ultimately removed) if the attorney complies with certain requirements.

Honors

2018

runner up best attorney in Guilford County, Yes Weekly

2018

National association of Distinguished Counsel, Top one percent litigators

2017

Best Attorney, Yes Weekly

2016

Best Attorney in Guilford County, Yes Weekly

2015

Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2014

Fischer-Hayworth Award, High Point Bar Association

2014

Top 100 Criminal defense lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates

2013

Top 100 criminal lawyers in NC, American Society of Legal Advocates

2013

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Superb rated attorney, Avvo

2010

Guaranted referral attorney, Guaranteed Lawyers

Work Experience

2007 - 2018

town councilman, Town of Jamestown

1991 - 1995

Assistant District Attorney, District Attorney's Office

Associations

2003 - Present

Guilford American Inn of Court

master/member

1998 - Present

National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Member

North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers

Member

North Carolina Bar Association

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

member

2016 - 2018

North Carolina Advocates for Justice

member and co chair CLE Committee

2011 - 2012

High Point Bar Association

President

2011 - 2013

18th Judicial District Bar Association

President

Sample of Legal Cases

state v. Lozadao

dismissed

State v, Nixon

Not Guilty

state V. Haynes

Dismissed

state V. Haynes

Dismissed

State V. McCluney

Not guilty

State V. McCluney

Not guilty

State v. Gainey

jury trial, not guilty

state v.Bentley

jury trial, not guilty

State v. Alejandro

dismissed

State v. McGee

Not Guilty

State v. Knight

not guilty

State v. Chew

not guilty

State v. Williams

not guilty

State v. Oxendine

not guilty

State v. Cobb

not guilty

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Education

1990

Campbell University, Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

North Carolina State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

North Carolina Advocates for Justice

DWI/DWLR issues

2013

Embassy Suites

Basics of DWI: Everything you need to know

2011

North Carolina Bar Association

Jury Selection

2010

High Point Bar Association

Jury Selection

2009

North Carolina Bar Association

Panel discusion on Criminal Law

Publications

2014

High Point Bar Assoc Jury Selection Tips

2013

North Carolina Advocates for Justice Reasonable Articulable Suspicion

Languages

Greek

Activity

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