James Rodney Hamilton

James Rodney Hamilton

4.2
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 31 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Cumming, GA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Construction & Development, Contracts & Agreements

353 Dahlonega Street, Cumming, GA

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

Protecting your rights.

30 years

60%
DUI and DWI 30%

Working for your best interests.

30 years

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 31 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1994

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

The Hamilton Law Firm, P.C.

353 Dahlonega Street, Cumming, GA, 30040

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James Rodney Hamilton's Reviews

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4.2 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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

Posted by C.T.A. | March 4, 2011

Great lawyer! Mr. Hamilton is a genuinely caring person in which I would intrust my life and my family's life.

Mr. Jim Hamilton is an excellent and knowledgeable attorney. I have always went to Mr. Hamilton with any legal issues that I have experienced, from criminal defense to family law. I owe a great deal to Mr. Hamilton for what he has done for myself and my family. Mr. Hamilton always kept his word and h...elped me to feel reassured in times of despair. Mr. Hamilton was also quick to defend during prosecution or objectionable testimony. I would most definitely recommend Mr. Jim Hamilton or anyone else in his firm for that matter. The Hamilton Law Firm is one that stands beside, supports, and defends their client 100%.

Posted by anonymous | July 10, 2010

Review for Jim Hamilton, a great lawyer with genuine people skills

Jim Hamilton explained my entire situation to me in a way I could understand the legal issues. He took the time to explain the entire situation, gather the needed information for court and create a winning defense. He returned calls in a timely fashion and took the extra hands on time to help with m...y concerns. He addressed all concerns beyond what was needed to deal with the legal issues so I might have some peace of mind. This kind of professionalism and personal service is exactly what is needed in a legal action.

Posted by Colton | June 21, 2010

Great Experience

The Chanco and Hamilton firm was a great experience for me. Both were very knowledgeable and actually do care about you as an individual. They would keep me informed regularly and would give great advice on how to look good and prepared before the actual court date. After the initial court date, Mr. ...Chanco and Hamilton were not happy with the ruling that they had sentenced me and actually went on to fight it which resulted in another court date, which he represented me, free of charge. These guys do not just look at you as another client, but as someone they do care for. I would absolutely recommend this firm.

Posted by Richard | January 15, 2010

Amazing service!

Outstanding service, extraordinarily upstanding attorney. A DUI was the last thing I needed. I have a good job, a family, and I messed up drank one too many and hit a road block. Mr. Hamilton and his associates at the Hamilton Law Firm in Cumming took better care of me than I thought any attorney cou...ld. They're not over priced, and frankly they provide amazing legal counsel. Beyond that, Mr. Hamilton's a great guy. He far exceeds the stereotypical overpaid stiff we often think of when trying to find an attorney. Look no further.

Posted by KLS | November 2, 2009

RipOff!

I hired this lawfirm in March 08' my case is still not completed due to the lack of compitence. I was able to get a better deal with the DA's office myself than what Jim Hamilton could get me! He never returns phone calls never has your file in court and aswered most of my questions with an "I don't ...know". He always acted to busy to deal with a paying customer. He did not hold up his end of the contract signed to provide a service and yet refused to give a refund of the retainer paid. So my opinion is if he can't even follow whats right in the firms contract then I wouldn't trust him with anything important. He even admitted I should get a refund face to face but blew me off for several months then said he was not going to honor the refund. So to answer the above questions, NO he was not Trustworthy, Not Responsive, Not Knowledgable and most certainly Did Not keep me informed. As a former paralegal I have been very disapointed in this experience and in my opinion please save yourself some time and effort, find another attorney!

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James Rodney Hamilton's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jonathan Brockman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jim is a criminal defense lawyer through and through. He is skillful and zealously represents his clients. I refer criminal work to him."

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William Sherman

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. James is a smart, aggressive and knows how to deal well with prosecutors and judges. I have been impressed with his ability to achieve positive outcomes for his clients."

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Jack Klein

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Jim Hamilton. Jim has been doing this long enough to know all the people involved. He is very competent at what he does and I recommend hiring him. He will get the results you want."

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Samuel Siemon

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hamilton is a very dedicated and strong advocate for his clients."

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Lawrence Zimmerman

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is a great guy and well versed in criminal defense. While he practices all over the State, he is the only lawyer you should see if your case is in the Forsyth County courts. I highly recommend him. You can't go wrong!"

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Philip Pilgrim

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Jim since I was a prosecutor in Forsyth County. Although easy to get along with, he does not let niceties affect his ability to advocate for his clients. Always very professional, Jim is a great choice for all of your criminal needs."

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Ginger Wills

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jim Hamilton works diligently and effectively to ensure his clients get the best results possible. If this means filing a motion that makes the judge mad at him personally, but is in the client's best interest, he will put himself on the line. He is not afraid to get creative, and his preparation is impeccable. With Jim, you can feel confident because he is as comfortable in the courtroom before a panel of jurors as he is working a deal with the solicitors and prosecutors behind the scenes. Jim is a credit to our profession as lawyers."

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Norman Cuadra

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known him for almost ten years. Jim is a diligent, methodical, knowledgeable and passionate attorney. He is a criminal defense attorney in the truest sense of the word and will fight tirelessly for his client's rights. He has the trial skills necessary to represent his client's interests against any adversary. He is a proven winner in the legal community."

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Kelly Turner

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"One of the greatest legal minds in this community. He truely believes that every client deserves the utmost respect and honesty when faced with difficult times in any criminal matter. A more dedicated and trustworthy lawyer and friend you will not find."

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Douglas Chanco

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Excellent trial attorney. Extensive knowledge of legal issues. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jennifer Scalia

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jennifer Ray

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jonathan Brockman

Personal injury lawyer

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Kimberly Colmey

Family lawyer

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William Sherman

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Jack Klein

Criminal defense lawyer

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Harlan Wood

Criminal defense lawyer

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Samuel Siemon

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lawrence Zimmerman

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Philip Pilgrim

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ginger Wills

Family lawyer

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Frank Hamilton

Family lawyer

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Robert Mcfarland

Criminal defense lawyer

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Norman Cuadra

Criminal defense lawyer

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Douglas Chanco

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Kelly Turner

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Rife

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2009

Past President Service Appreciation, Forsyth County Criminal Bar Association

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Attorney, The Hamilton Law Firm, P.C.

Associations

2009 - Present

Forsyth County Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Association

Past Chairman

2007 - Present

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2007 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Life Member

2007 - Present

National Association of Drug Court Professionals

Member

2002 - Present

Forsyth County Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Association

Past President

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Georgia vs. DM

NOT GUILTY

State of Georgia vs. A.D.

Plea to misdemeanor disorderly conduct

State of Georgia vs. N.A.S.

Case Dismissed

State v. Y.T.

DUI, FTML, Speed Reduced to Reckless Drive

State v. S.T.

Trafficking and Manufacturing Marijuana Dismissed

State v. Samples

DUI reduced to Reckless Driving

State v. James

Case dismissed.

State v. Kinsey

Child molestation charges reduced to loitering

State v. BW

Reduction of DUI

State v. EM

Dismissal of all charges

State v. Hanson

DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving

State v. Phillips

Not Guilty

State v. Wall

Reduced felony charges and dismissed DUI

State v. L.E.

Internet Child Pornography Charges Dismissed

State v. Gravitt, 289 Ga. App. 868

Dismissal of all charges

State v. Woodall (Dawson County Superior Court)

Dismissal of main charges

State v. Woodall (Forsyth County Superior Court)

Dismissal of all charges

State v. Reid

Pre-Trial Diversion

State v. Timmer

Case dismissed.

State v. Treutel

Not Guilty

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Education

1994

Atlanta Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1975

University of Florida

BSBCN

Speaking Engagements

1999

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