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A native of Fitzgerald, Georgia, Mr. Coxen moved to the Atlanta area in 2000 while attending law school at Georgia State University College of Law. There, Mr. Coxen excelled academically and in extracurricular activities, graduating with honors, Cum Laude. While at Georgia State, Mr. Coxen was also a member of the award winning Student Trial Lawyers Association Mock Trial Team and interned at the Dekalb County Solicitor General’s Office, practicing under Georgia’s Third Year Practice Act, in the summer of 2002.
The experience would prove invaluable, as he began his legal career as an Assistant District Attorney in the Newton County District Attorney’s Office in Covington, Georgia. There, he gained valuable trial experience prosecuting thousands of felony and misdemeanor cases, ranging from traffic violations to murder cases.
Mr. Coxen entered private practice in 2006 and has concentrated his practice in the areas of criminal defense, family law, general civil litigation and personal injury law. He is a founding partner of The Coxen Firm, LLC.
Mr. Coxen has served as a volunteer with the elementary school ministry of his local church and is a past member of the Georgia College Alumni Association Board of Directors. Mr. Coxen is a member of the State Bar of Georgia, National Trial Lawyers Top 100, has been honored by being named a Georgia Super Lawyer and is licensed to practice in all state courts as well as the United States District Court for the Middle District of Georgia. Mr. Coxen has also served as the City Solicitor for the Municipal Court of Porterdale, Georgia. Mr. Coxen and his wife Jennifer reside in Atlanta, Georgia with their two sons, Reeves and Rhett.
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Posted by Lauren | August 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Amazing lawyer
He helped with my fiance's criminal case and did an amazing job. Always made himself available to answer any questions. Answered those questions in terms where you could understand. He never sugar coated the situation, and always made sure you were aware of the options available even if they weren't ...
Posted by anonymous | July 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Child Modification
Mr.Stephen Coxen law firm helped me with child modification issue.He help me every step of the way with my case and defended me vigorously in court.I am glad to have him and his law firm on my side.
Posted by Ann-Marie | May 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Dependable, detailed & empathetic
I have hired Mr. Coxen on two separate but connecting cases, a divorce & a contempt case. It has been a long 6 year battle, but Mr Coxen has been very supportive, knowledgeable & honest all the way. His communication skills are commendable, he ALWAYS returns a phone call or an email even when he is ...
Posted by Randy | February 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
if you want a judge to favor your side, hire Steve Coxen - he knows the words to say to make that possible
I hired Steve Coxen to represent me; for the State of Ga probation office would not release me from supervision of probation. Steve recommended not only to ask for release of supervised probation but to also ask to terminate probation all together. No other lawyer out of 8 that I contacted made that...
Posted by anonymous | November 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Support
Knowledeable & Affordable
Stephen Coxen was very knowledgeable about my options for my child support and visitation modification. From the consultation to the trial, he was very professional, attentive, proactive, and very well-prepared. The judge seemed to like him and we were able to get everything we asked for. I'd definit...
"I recently tried a case against Steve. It was my first experience dealing with him. We typically practice in different judicial circuits and do not have the occasion to encounter each other. I was extremely impressed by Steve's knowledge of the facts of the case -- both those that supported and that hurt his client's case. He was prepared for everything that I threw his way. Additionally, this case involved some fairly complex legal arguments. Steve was well prepared to address each of those arguments. There are a lot of potentially good lawyers out there that just don't invest the time necessary to get to know their clients. It is clear to me that Steve is a hard worker and I would absolutely recommend him to anyone seeking representation in his practice areas."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Coxen is a skilled and respected member of the legal community. He is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of his clients."
"I have known Stephen for a number of years and we have worked on several cases together. Stephen is an outstanding lawyer with an impeccable work ethic and reputation in the community. I would highly recommend his services to anyone in need."
"Having worked with Stephen a few years back in the DA's office, I can tell you that if you have a criminal case in Newton County you want him in your corner! An excellent attorney that is well respected by both the judges and other lawyers, I highly recommend Stephen."
"Stephen is a well respected family/divorce law attorney in Covington. He is known as a professional who works hard for his clients and stands by his word. I would highly recommend Stephen for his work in this area."
"I have known Stephen Coxen for many years now as a fellow member of the bar. I know him to have exceptional legal skills and to be a person of high character and integrity. I strongly recommend him!"
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010 - 2020
Partner, Coxen & Worthington, LLC
2006 - 2010
Partner, Ninfo & Associates, P.A.
2003 - 2006
Assistant District Attorney, Newton County District Attorney's Office
2006 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2003 - Present
Newton County Bar AssociationPast President
2003 - Present
State Bar of Georgia
2012 - 2018
Georgia College Alumni AssociationBoard of Directors
2006 - 2007
Georgia Trial Lawyers Association
Judgment affirmed on appeal
2003
Juris Doctorate - Cum Laude
1999
BS - Political Science
1995
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