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Foss Gilbert Hodges
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About Foss

Defending people accused of Child Abuse, Sex Crimes, & other serious offenses in GA.

Foss is a partner at one of the most respected criminal defense firms in Georgia. He focuses his practice on representing people accused of crimes against children and other serious felonies, including Child Molestation, Child Physical Abuse, Cruelty to Children, Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma, Sexual Assault, Rape, Sexual Battery, and Murder. Foss cares deeply about his clients and their families, and works hard every day to investigate, understand, and communicate their stories to prosecutors, judges, and juries across the state. 

Practice areas

OtherViolent crimeChild abuseSex crimeCriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 30%

  2. Sex crime: 30%

  3. Child abuse: 30%

  4. Violent crime: 5%

  1. DUI and DWI: 5%

Languages spoken

English

Contact

2786 N Decatur Rd Ste 245
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Peters, Rubin, Sheffield & Hodges, PA

2786 N Decatur Rd Ste 245
Decatur, GA, 30033-5983

Office (404) 296-5300
Mobile (706) 474-5736

Website

http://justiceingeorgia.com/attorney/foss-g-hodges/

Foss G. Hodges, LLC

286 Hancock Street
Madison, GA, 30650

Mobile (706) 474-5736

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Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
GAActive Member in Good Standing 201310/31/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
NCDC Trial Advocacy CertificateNational Criminal Defense College2017
Bill Daniel Trial Advocacy CertificateGeorgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers2014
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PartnerPeters, Rubin, Sheffield & Hodges2019 - Present
AssociatePeters, Rubin & Sheffield2014 - 2019
Law ClerkMacon Circuit Public Defender's Office2012 - 2013
InternFederal Defenders, Middle District of Georgia2011 - 2011
InternPeters, Rubin & Sheffield2011 - 2011
Managing MemberCathey-Hodges, LLC2007 - 2010
Vice President & General ManagerRob Marett Custom Homes, Inc.2005 - 2010
Director, Human Resources & Organizational DevelopmentDenon Digital LLC1995 - 2005
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMembership Committee Chairperson2018 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember2015 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersSustaining Member2013 - Present
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
The Georgia DefenderCo-Editor2019
The Champion magazineHow We Handled a Sexsomnia Case2013
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Mercer University-W. George L.S.JD - Juris Doctor2013
University of GeorgiaMBA - Master of Business Administration2005
University of GeorgiaBA - Bachelor of Arts1992
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Defending Sex Crimes: Zealous Advocacy in Sexual Assault & Child Victim CasesDirect Examination of the Medical Expert2019
Miscarriage of Justice: Examining Factors that Lead to Wrongful ConvictionsMisconduct Panel2018
Defense of the Child Molestation Case in GeorgiaDirect Examination of the Medical Expert2018
Defending a Child Sex Abuse CaseCommitment to the Case: The First 60 Days2018
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Shaken Baby Syndrome: Murder, 3 Counts Felony Murder, Cruelty to Children, Aggravated Battery, Aggravated AssaultJury Verdict: Not Guilty of Murder, Felony Murder, Cruelty to Children, Agg. Battery
Rape, Aggravated Sexual Battery, Aggravated Child Molestation, Child Molestation, False ImprisonmentCase Dismissed Before Trial
DUIReduced to Reckless Driving
RapeInvestigation closed without arrest
Child Molestation, Enticing a Child for Indecent PurposesInvestigation closed without arrest
Felony Murder, Cruelty to Children, Shaken Baby SyndromeMurder charge dismissed at trial; Defendant pleaded to criminal negligence, accepted probation and First Offender conditions.

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Review Foss Hodges

Great attorney that I recommend.

Posted by anonymousWed Oct 09 2019

Foss helped me and my family through a very challenging time. He and his team were all curtious, patient and very knowledgeable in their field. I would highly recommend him.
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Foss Hodges saved my son’s life

Posted by anonymousMon Oct 07 2019

This man knows what he’s doing. He and his team were so detailed. There were things in my son’s case that most attorneys would not do but Foss Hodges was so prepared. Private investigators, medical examiners, psychologists and more were brought in to prove my son’s innocence. And the fact we didn’t have to go to trial was a better benefit. Foss is part of a high powered team that has an outstanding track record. If you want to win your case Foss Hodges is the attorney for you.
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Attorney endorsements

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Jessica Stern, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 3, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Foss is amongst some of the most respected criminal defense lawyers in the state. He is a supreme professional and seeks out opportunities to best serve his clients in spite of serious criminal allegations. Foss is smart and thoughtful. You've got the best with Foss and his team.

Lawrence Zimmerman, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 6, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. He is a great lawyer who knows his way around the courtroom. He works at one of the best firms in the country that deals specifically with criminal defense and sex cases. I am close with one of the partners at his firm who is always giving me glowing reviews of Foss. I met Foss 18 months ago and was immediately impressed with him. You are in good hands.

Robert Rubin, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 31, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker

I have worked with Foss on some major criminal cases. I can say without hesitation that he is one of the most caring and diligent lawyers that I have ever met. Not only does he bring great writing skills and intelligence to the cases, but he has great common sense in dealing with some of the most stressful situations a lawyer can face. Foss is a rising star in the legal community and I'm glad to be able to have a ringside seat to his career.

Joseph Key, Appeals Attorney on May 18, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter

We have worked together on several matters since he became a lawyer. He's great with clients, highly organized, and a creative lawyer to have on a team. I endorse Foss.

Michael Granims, Criminal defense Attorney on May 6, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I had the honor trying a case as co-counsel with Foss recently. Foss is an outstanding and very knowledgeable lawyer with a high attention to detail, superior work ethic, excellent trial skills and phenomenal client compassion. Foss is the type of lawyer I would recommend without reservation to represent my closest friends and family members.

Jeffrey Brickman, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 22, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Foss Hodges is an extremely talented lawyer. He is quick on his feet, has a wonderful demeanor, can spot the relevant issues with ease and uses his common sense. I look forward to working with Foss in the future and think he will continue to be an asset to the criminal defense bar.

William Hardman, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jan 25, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Foss is one of the most thorough and knowledgeable criminal defense attorneys in the State of Georgia. He understands the challenges and defenses that are available to anyone charged with a criminal offense in Georgia. He is an excellent advocate for his clients during all phases of a criminal case from pre-trial negotiation to jury trial.

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