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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 Katie Owens | August 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
A great experience
I hired Mr. Coxen to help me with child custody with my ex and all the headaches that come with it. He explained everything to me so I would know what to expect. He was great and would recommend him to anyone.
Posted by Marie | September 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent representation
Stephen is very personable, professional and experienced. He handled my divorce proceeding with a level of calmness and confidence that helped me get through a difficult situation. He knows the process and how to help you get what is right and just.
Posted by anonymous | September 08, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Highly Recommended
I hired Mr. Coxen to represent me in a civil matter after receiving a summons notifying me of my ex-spouse's intention to modify our divorce settlement agreement. Mr. Coxen was professional, knowledgeable, and thorough. He proved to be an outstanding defense attorney and I am very grateful for his...
Posted by Cal and Kim | January 22, 2015 | Child Custody
Forever Thankful
We have used Mr. Coxen twice to help us with custody issues. We would recommend him highly. Mr. Coxen was easy to talk to, listened to what our concerns were, and guided us thru the process. He was always available to us when we had a question or concern. We will continue to use Mr. Coxen in the fu...
Posted by Lance | August 04, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Highly Recommended
Mr. Coxen handled my divorce for me. My divorce was a fairly simple one and it was not contested. However, I still wanted an attorney to represent me. Mr. Coxen was very personable and understanding. I appreciated the fact that he listened to me and tried to understand what I was looking for in an at...
"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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Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
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Georgia Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
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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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