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John William Rife

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  • Cumming, GA
  • Licensed for 27 years
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About John

I have practiced criminal law, Family Law and Personal Injury law in two states for over 27 years. I have tried all types of cases from parking tickets to capital murder to multi million dollar divorce cases. I was a chief deputy prosecutor, am a special judge and a certified law enforcement instructor. The protection of the rights of the accused and the rights of people suffering through a divorce is my only business.

Practice areas

Speeding and traffic ticketDUI and DWICriminal defenseFamily
  1. Family: 35%

    Divorce, Custody, Visitation DFACS, Grandparents and Adoptions

  2. Criminal defense: 35%

    29 years, 2,500 cases

  3. DUI and DWI: 20%

    I was also a former prosecutor who handled DUI prosecutions

    29 years, 750 cases

  4. Speeding and traffic ticket: 10%

    All types of trafic tickets, Including Juvenile

    29 years, 2,000 cases

Languages spoken

English

Contact

106 Pilgrim Village Drive
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Rife Law Firm

106 Pilgrim Village Drive
Suite 200
Cumming, GA, 30040

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
GAActive Member in Good Standing 200001/18/2020
ARActive199201/10/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Arkansas Best Trial LawyersArkansas Times1998
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Pro Hac JudgeCobb County State Court2007 - Present
OwnerRife Law Firm2000 - Present
Pro hac JudgeYell County Municipal Court1998 - 2000
Deputy Prosecutor15th Judicial District1994 - 1998
PartnerTatum, Rife and Tatum1992 - 1998
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Forsyth County Criminal Defense Bar AssociationVice Chairman2006 - Present
Cobb County Guardian Ad Litem ProgramGuardian Ad Litem2005 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember2004 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember2003 - Present
Cobb County Bar Association, Criminal Defense SectionMember2003 - Present
Cobb County Bar Association- Family Law SectionMember2003 - Present
North Fulton Bar AssociationFormer director2002 - Present
U.S. District Court- Northern District of GeorgiaMember2001 - Present
U.S. 11th Circuit Court of AppealsMember2001 - Present
State Bar of Georgia- Criminal Law SectionMember2000 - Present
State Bar of Georgia- Family Law SectionMember2000 - Present
United States Supreme Court BarMember1998 - Present
State Bar of ArkansasMember1992 - Present
U.S. District Court- Eastern & Western Districts of ArkansasMember1992 - Present
U.S. 8th Circuit Court of AppealsMember1992 - Present
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Leflar Law CenterJD - Juris Doctor1991

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Stellar Representation in a Down to Earth Manner

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Mr. John Rife is a lawyer I would recommend to anyone and everyone. He helped me get out of a really tough situation with the best possible outcome, in compliance with the law, and while taking the 'scary' out of needing a lawyer and being involved with the court system. He talked to me like a human being, and made sure that I understood legal terminology put into plain English, and always along the way never put me into a position where I was uncomfortable or disagreed with the way he was proceeding with my case. He told me everything I'd need to do to get my case handled directly and smoothly, and gave me the chance to be proactive which really helped me out. Your not just another dollar sign to this guy- and that's rare to find in lawyers.
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Excellent Attorney - End result was probation for Cobb County drug arrests

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John Rife provided excellent representation for my son who was arrested twice on drug offenses; one arrest occurring while he was out on bail for the first arrest. While my son was required to serve two months jail time while he was awaiting his court dates, Mr. Rife was able to get him probation, drug counseling, and community service with no additional jail/prison time to serve. I believe Mr. Rife's established rapport with law enforcement/judicial officials in Cobb County helped in my son's case. He was also very responsive to me and my husband and my son throughout the process, despite the fact that he was very busy with other cases. I would definitely recommend Mr. Rife if you are in need of an experienced criminal attorney in Cobb County.
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Bridgett Bray, DUI and DWI Attorney on Mar 25, 2018
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I endorse this lawyer. One of the most down to earth attorneys I have ever met. Very knowledgeable and always zealously fights for his clients.

Minerva Blanchette, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 14, 2015
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Outstanding trial lawyer. He is very knowledgeable in his field.

M. Miller, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 31, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.

Scott Semrau, Alimony Attorney on Sep 27, 2013
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I have known John for many years as an ethical and hardworking lawyer. He was a tough prosecutor and now he is a tough defense lawyer.

G. Thompson, Litigation Attorney on Apr 25, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer. He is extremely knowledgeable and ethical. John cares about his clients and goes the extra mile for them. He is also well known in the community and liked by all. I highly recommend him.

Anthony Hallmark, DUI and DWI Attorney on Apr 5, 2013
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John is fearless and experienced. He works zealously and diligently for each and every one of his clients. He truly cares about every case that he handles and obtains great results. I without question endorse John Rife.

Jack Klein, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Nov 30, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I have known John Rife for quite a few years and have found him to be very competent, professional and skilled in his handling of cases. He has also taken time to give back to the community by serving on local high school mock trial programs.

J. Salata, Family Attorney on Feb 29, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer. John is meticulous and vigorous in defense of clients. A great lawyer to have during difficult times.

Douglas Chanco, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 29, 2009
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John is a tough, zealous advocate who is never afraid to push it to the limits in order to protect his clients and their rights. He is a phenominal litigator, who will always work to keep "the constitution from becoming a doorstop on the way to the courtroom." Finally, he is a wealth of legal knowledge, and an exceptional teacher. No words can truly describe how good he is... you just have to see him to believe it! I endorse this lawyer's work.

James Hamilton, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 29, 2009
Relationship: Worked together on matter

John is a lion in the trial arena. He is a no-nonsense lawyer, with a compassionate side that is readily seen. Whether John is co-counsel, or opposing counsel, he is an excellent attorney who will test you constantly.

Kimberly Frye, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 11, 2008
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

John is a tenacious advocate for his clients. He has excellent relationships with the courthouse community which always benefit the clients he represents. I have great respect for his legal skills.