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Maurice Gibson Kenner
About Maurice
Biography
After a stint in the United States Army following college, I entered the police academy and became a police officer. This training, experience and connections from having served in one of the world's most dangerous jobs created credibility with other police officers and ultimately led me to my career as an attorney. I am in my 20th year of practice, after attending law school while working full time as a police officer.
I went into private practice upon graduating law school and being sworn in for the Georgia Bar, and began handling civil and criminal litigation. However, my roots in criminal law drew me in the direction of defending citizens accused of crimes. Divorce cases, personal injury cases and other litigation helped pay the bills in the early part of my career, but I became known --- among lawyers and judges --- for my skills in criminal defense.
For several years, I was the part-time prosecutor in Decatur Municipal Court. DUI cases were a nightly event in this job, and I learned all of the "ins and outs" of the prosecution's tactics and angles to limit the defense case. When you prosecute cases, you are permitted to attend the prosecutors' seminars, which I did.
Along my path to becoming a criminal trial attorney, I have taken advanced training in DRUG possession and trafficking cases, DUI, sex crimes, analyzing DNA evidence, challenging ballistics testing, child molestation cases, and over a dozen other highly-specialized areas of criminal defense. Most significantly, I am one of a handful of Georgia attorneys who is "death penalty" qualified, and have handled over 25 murder cases.
So, from defending speeding cases to DUI to drug possession to murder, I have done it all. Like in the medical field, and especially with SURGERY, experience is the best teacher.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
90%
32 years | 1,800 cases
DUI and DWI
7%
32 years | 550 cases
Appeals
3%
32 years | 12 cases
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Licensed in Georgia for 31 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
Stone Mountain Judicial Circuit Conflict Defender Office
120 W. Trinity Place, Suite 310, Decatur, GA, 30030
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Maurice Gibson Kenner's Reviews
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Posted by Rhonda | August 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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felony drug charges
I was charged with 5 major drug charges one included R.I.C.O . Mr. Kenner worked to help create miracles.I was facing 30 yrs. I received 17 months time served large fine and 20yrs probation.I'm truly grateful for the knowledge this man posses.and even after my case was finished he answered my calls.I...
Posted by anonymous | February 18, 2015
When in Trouble… call Mr. Maurice Kenner!
Firstly I want to thank Mr. Head and his team for always providing the assurances needed in a very stressful situation. Mr. Maurice Kenner was professional and courteous providing the necessary representation/information through all phases of my case ultimately having my case dismissed and expunged…...
Posted by Alicia | January 18, 2014
Truly Educated On DUI Laws
I would like to thank the Head, Thomas, Webb, & Willis Law Firm. Mr. Maurice Keener was our lawyer, he was courteous ( Direct & Honest) and very professional. He was able to help our son be victorious in a DUI case that would have altered his entire career. We can not thank Mr. Keener enough, the cos...
Posted by anonymous | November 7, 2013
Outstanding Attorney! He Brought an End to My Family's Nightmare.
Mr. Kenner is simply an outstanding attorney. I had never before been arrested in my life and he expertly handled my domestic violence case. I can honestly say it was one of the most stressful times of my life and Mr. Kenner instantly put me at ease. His knowledge, experience, and demeanor gave me t...
Posted by Julia | October 15, 2013
Maurice Kenner brilliantly handled my case
Maurice Kenner handled my DUI case, and got it reduced to reckless driving. He was wonderful to work with. He helped me through this very stressful process by being honest and very responsive. He never sugar coated anything. He let me know what the worst and best case scenarios were, so I was pre...
Maurice Gibson Kenner's Lawyer Endorsements
"Maurice Kenner is very knowledgeable and experienced lawyer. Maurice always fights hard for his clients and he knows how to try even the most difficult cases. Plus, he is a genuinely nice guy as well. You will not be disappointed if you let Maurice represent you. I endorse Maurice Kenner."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Maurice is a hard working lawyer who gets excellent results for his clients. His extensive knowledge of the law and trial experience make him a fantastic litigator. If Maurice is your lawyer...you are in good hands."
"As a fellow lawyer, I have met a handful of great lawyers who are also great people. Maurice is a terrific person. I would trust Him with my case and i would refer a family member to him as well. Maurice is a reliable guide to take you through a difficult process. I endorse this lawyer."
"I've known Maurice Kenner since back in my days as a prosecutor. He's a tenacious defender of people's rights. He works his cases hard, to get the best results for his clients. He's an aggressive litigator, and anyone charged with a crime would be fortunate to have Maurice by their side. I fully endorse Maurice Kenner."
"Great lawyer! One of my inspirations."
"Maurice is a top-notch attorney. He is one of the few that gets down in the trenches and battles for his clients. He has vast knowledge and experience as a litigator. If you need an attorney that is not afraid to take on a complicated and sensitive legal matter, Maurice is your man! I endorse this attorney."
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"I have known Maurice for the better part of 10 years. He is a great trial lawyer who absolutely knows his way around the courtroom. I highly endorse his work in any criminal case, and especially for dui defense."
"I have known Maurice for several years, and he does an excellent job for his clients. He's a top notch attorney who's regarded highly by his peers."
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"Mr. Kenner is an excellent attorney and a value to the Criminal Defense Bar. In my experience with Maurice, I have always known him to be diligent, effective and very caring to his client's needs."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Maurice for nearly 20 years. He is an excellent attorney and always fights for his clients. I would highly recommend Maurice."
"Mr. Kenner is one of the best lawyers I have seen in court. If anyone in my family ever needed a DUI lawyer, Mr. Kenner would be my first call. He knows how to try a case to verdict and win. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a DUI attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Maurice works hard on his cases and does a great job. He gets great results for his clients on tough cases. I highly recommend Maurice to anyone looking for a great attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2013
2013 Clients' Choice Award, AVVO.com - Clients' Choice Award
2013
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1993
Police Officer Supervisory Certificate, POST - Peace Officers Standards and Training
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Conflict Defender, Georgia Public Defender Standards Council
2013 - 2014
Senior Associate, Head, Thomas, Webb & Willis, LLC
2010 - 2013
Conflict Defender, Georgia Public Defender Standards Council
1996 - 2001
Prosecuting Attorney, City Of Decatur, Georgia
1996 - 2010
Attorney, The Law Office of Maurice G. Kenner
Associations
2013 - Present
Rockdale County, GA Sheriff Review BoardBoard Member
2009 - Present
Committee Member to Georgia's Fourth Congressional DistrictNominating Member - Armed Forces Academies
1997 - Present
United States Supreme CourtMember
1995 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1994 - Present
Aircraft Owners and Pilots AssociationMember
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Capital Murder case resolved after Insanity Plea Rejected
http://m.ajc.com/news/news/crime-law/man-pleads-guilty-to-killing-2-college-park-teens/nXHwD/
Kenner and McDaniel get Death Sentence Lifted
Death penalty vacated and client was taken off death row.
Banks v. State
Trial judge refused to suppress search; overturned on appeal.
Defendant suspected of using date rape drug
Acquitted
Education
1993
John Marshall Law School, Atlanta
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
Western Illinois University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2013
Georgia DUI Law Update 2013
Apocalypse Now: DUI Trial Practice in the New Georgia Evidence Code World
2002
Georgia DUI Law Update
The Importance of a Good Opening Statement
2001
Defending A Drug Case Seminar
Defending A Controlled Substances Forfeiture Action
2000
Defending A Drug Case Seminar
Case Law Update
Publications
2006
Fulton County Daily Report
Death Sentence Toosed on Basic Mistake
2004
Creative Loafing
Trial for Co-Defendent of Teenage Triple Murderers
2000
State Bar of Georgia
Defending Drug Cases - Case Law Update
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is there any way for me to remove citations of my driving record? I already went to driving school.
15 May 2013
Q&A
If I'm 16 can I just pay my ticket online if I want to plead guilty? What else can be done? How old do you have to plead nolo
15 May 2013