Robert Parker Mcfarland Jr.

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Robert Parker Mcfarland Jr.

also known as Parker

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 24 years

Car accident Lawyer at Cumming, GA
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Trucking Accident, Wrongful Death ... +2 more

309 Pirkle Ferry Road, Bldg. F, Cumming, GA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Robert

Biography

Restoring lives shattered by serious accidents and injuries, and wrongful death through our core values of wisdom, integrity, prayer, excellence, and selflessness.

To restore lives shattered by serious accidents and injuries, and wrongful death

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Car Accident 30%

We help victims of car accidents get their lives restored; we never represent insurance companies. We are not a quick settlement firm but rather prepare and work every case as if it is going to trial.

25 years | 250 cases

30%
Trucking Accident 30%

Truck accidents can cause devastating losses. Whether you were hit by a garbage truck or tractor trailer, these cases require a thorough investigation and knowledge of federal regulations that govern truck drivers. We truly care about you and results

25 years | 30 cases

30%
Wrongful Death 25%

Having worked on both sides of death cases, the focus of my practice now is on representing surviving spouses and children recover the full value of the lives lost in tragic accidents. We exist to restore lives shattered by the loss of loved ones.

25 years | 15 cases

25%
Personal Injury 10%

10%
Motorcycle Accident 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-40%

Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 24 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2001

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Banks, Stubbs & McFarland, LLP

309 Pirkle Ferry Road, Bldg. F, Cumming, GA, 30040

banksstubbs.com/

Robert Parker Mcfarland Jr.'s Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

36 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Car Accidents

Posted by Anthony | June 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Blessing for my 16 year old

Shortly after receiving her license, my 16 year old daughter made one of the more common, young, driving mistakes; changes lanes without looking in her blind spot. The result, a minor accident and a ticket for improper lane change. My daughter and I sat down with Parker to see what the options were t...o minimize the points on her license. From the onset it was very evident of Parker's knowledge of the traffic laws and point system, even in the area of juvenile court. Not only was Parker very professional but his staff was outstanding. Parker and his staff never made me feel as if I was inconveniencing them whenever I had a question prior to the court date. Outcome: Parker was able to obtain a dismissal of the ticket for my daughter. I would not give it a second thought to recommend Parker and his firm to any family member or friend that might find themselves in the unfortunate situation of needing an attorney, whether it be a minor traffic ticket or something serious! The citizens of Forsyth County should feel at ease knowing there is a local firm with attorneys that compare to a big time firm out of Atlanta!

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Robert Parker Mcfarland Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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David Van Sant

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Parker personally and I am happy to endorse his work as a fellow member of the bar."

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Emilie Freeman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Parker is a gifted attorney and a consummate professional. I have watched him in the courtroom and Parker is a tenacious advocate for his clients. His quiet, low-key demeanor allows him to appear completely unruffled and unscathed in the heat of battle. I have also had the pleasure of being in a classroom, -- with Parker as teacher and coach. Parker’s not just experienced and knowledgeable – Parker is tough. He’s tough in the classroom and in the courtroom. He simply does not flinch! I endorse Parker without reservation."

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Jonathan Brockman

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Parker since his graduation from law school. He has developed into an excellent lawyer. I do not hesitate in referring criminal matters to him."

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Josh Thacker

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I had a close family friend charged with a serious alcohol related felony up near Cumming Georgia. I did not hesitate to send them to Parker. He fought fiercely before, during, and after my friend's jury trial. After the jury trial, I had the opportunity to read the entire transcript of the trial and all pre-trial motions. I can say with absolute certainty that he did a brilliant job."

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Joel Beck

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Parker and I worked together on a matter involving a financial services professional who faced a criminal case. Parker quickly understood the seriousness of the matter and the consequences that could arise for this professional's career if there was a bad outcome. Knowing that, he worked diligently and obtained a very favorable outcome that will greatly help our mutual client. His knowledge, professionalism and zealous advocacy for the client are very good reasons for me to endorse him for those in need of a criminal defense lawyer."

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Jacob Stidham

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Parker is a well versed, experienced attorney who isn't afraid to do whatever it takes to defend his clients rights."

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James Hardy

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Parker McFarland comes from a long line of great layers -- legal excellence is in his blood. From the moment he began practicing law, Parker wanted to become a DUI specialist. While he handles other areas of the law, DUI defense has become his passion. I brought Parker on board our defense team in a murder case where alcohol issues were in play. We needed his advanced skill set. Parker's job was to attach those issues and attack he did. He filed and argued a suppression package that took the issue of alcohol completely out of the case -- Parker won every motion he argued. I also had a serious injury by motor vehicle case in another county. My client had a significant DUI history. I called on Parker for legal advice and he provided me with several points of law in the form of jury charges. After a week long jury trial, the jury returned a Not Guilty verdict. Without Parker's legal advice, our victory would have only been a dream."

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Josie Siemon

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"My Firm refers cases to Parker on a regular basis because we know he is very good at what he does, I endorse this lawyer."

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Samuel Siemon

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Parker is an exelent lawyer because he believes in his role as a defense lawyer and he cares about his clients. When you talk to him about his cases you can hear the passion in his voice. I am happy to refer clients to him because I know he will take care of them. I endorse this lawyer. I endorse this lawyer."

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Nathanael Horsley

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've had the chance to see Parker handle DUI cases and have a great deal of respect for his knowledge and skill in arguing for his clients. We need more lawyers like Parker."

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J Salata

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Parker McFarland provides vigorous defense, has reasonable rates and for his clients, a great ally in diffcult times."

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Sean Park

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"As a former Forsyth County prosecutor, I have had the opportunity to interact with Parker with a great deal of frequency. He is a tenacious advocate who goes above and beyond for his clients. His jury trial presentation skills are top-notch and his knowledge of DUI law is extensive. I highly recommend him as an advocate and a colleague."

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Evan Watson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"In our field of DUI Defense, it is critical to keep on top of the latest issues both in and out of the courtroom. Science, technology, and ever-changing courtroom decisions all play a role in an attorney's defense strategy, and Mr. McFarland is always up to date and prepared to fight for his clients. I have personally watched Parker defend his clients, and obtain results not many attorneys can rival. I endorse Parker's work ethic and court room skill."

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Chuck Pardue

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Robert is a highly ethical competent attorney who works hard for his clients. He has earned my respect as a diligent trial attorney who totally understands how to obtain maximum results for his clients."

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Philip Pilgrim

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Parker is one of those guys that I call upon when I have a question on a complex issue. He is a wealth of knowledge and no stranger to the courtroom. Although very easy to get along with, he is a fierce advocate when he needs to be. I have experienced this as a prosecutor trying cases against him and as a fellow defense attorney simply observing. I personally would not hesitate referring a family member or a friend to Parker."

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Kyle Epps

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Parker is one of only a few lawyers that I know that won his first defense trial for a criminal defendant. He is also one of the few lawyers who knows how to win. I am only sorry I never tried a case against him when I was a prosecutor. I am sure I would be a better lawyer for the experience. Parker continues to be one of the top lawyers in North Georgia."

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Randall Meincke

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Parker McFarland is known in the legal community to always approach his cases with diligence and preparation. He has been successful in his work by being thorough and tireless in his representation. I would have no hesitancy in recommending Parker's services to anyone needing criminal defense representation."

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Peter Zeliff

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"In any endorsement for Parker McFarland, it must be said that Parker is an experienced trial lawyer. Parker is highly respected by his peers in the legal community because he is hard-working, detail-oriented and will not hesitate to take a case to trial when necessary. He is the kind of lawyer that will go the distance on his cases because he is unwilling to settle for "good enough"."

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James Hamilton

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Parker is a dedicated advocate for his clients. I have had several cases in which he has represented a co-defendant, and I have never been concerned about a lack of effort on his part. Parker is prepared, knowledgeable, and unafraid to go to bat for his client."

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Robert Chestney

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Parker is a bright young lawyer who is innovative, energetic, and tenacious in the vigorous defense of his clients."

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Alan Meincke

Family lawyer

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Jonathan Brockman

Personal injury lawyer

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Joel Beck

Financial markets and services lawyer

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Jacob Stidham

Criminal defense lawyer

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Maurice Hilliard

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Sarah Jett

Divorce and separation lawyer

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James Hardy

Criminal defense lawyer

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Josie Siemon

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Samuel Siemon

Family lawyer

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Nathanael Horsley

Appeals lawyer

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Philip Pilgrim

Criminal defense lawyer

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Sean Park

Criminal defense lawyer

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J Salata

Criminal defense lawyer

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Evan Watson

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Kyle Epps

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

"BEST PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEY", Forsyth County News

2017

Clients Choice, AVVO

2016

Clients' Choice, Avvo

2015

Best Criminal Attorney, Forsyth County News

2013

Intoxilyzer 9000 Operator's Class, NHTSA/IACP

2010

Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Instructor, NHTSA/IACP

2010

Drug Recognition Expert Overview Course, NHTSA/IACP

2008

Drugs That Impair Driving, NHTSA/IACP

2004

Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Practitioner Course, NHTSA/IACP

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Attorney and Partner, Banks, Stubbs & McFarland, LLP

2001 - 2015

President, McFarland & McFarland

Associations

2004 - Present

Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce

member

2002 - Present

National College for DUI Defense

member

2002 - Present

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

member

2002 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

member

2002 - Present

Forsyth County Criminal Defense Bar

Member

2002 - Present

Forsyth County Bar Association

member

2014 - 2015

Forsyth County Criminal Defense Bar

President

2012 - 2014

North Forsyth Rotary Club

Board Member

2011 - 2012

Forsyth County Bar Association

President

2011 - 2014

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Vice President

2010 - 2011

Forsyth County Bar Association

Vice President

2008 - 2010

Lanier Jaycees

member

2005 - 2006

Forsyth County Criminal Defense Bar

President

2002 - 2013

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

member

2002 - 2008

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

member

Sample of Legal Cases

Lane Violation - Automobile Negligence

$750,000.00 recovered

Tractor Trailer Red Light Violation - Wrongful Death

$2,750,000.00 recovered

Lane violation - Automobile Negligence

$281,198.22 recovered

Tractor Trailer Negligence

$377,250.00 recovered

Aggravated Assault Charge Dismissed

All Charges Dismissed

Drug Charges Dismissed

All Charges Dismissed

DUI Charge Reduced

DUI Charge Reduced

DUI Charges Reduced/Administrative License Suspension Reversed and Dismissed

DUI Dismissed; License Suspension Dismissed

Tractor Trailer Wreck/Personal Injury

$245,000.00 settlement

DUI and Cocaine Charges Dismissed

All Charges Dismissed

Personal Injury Settlement

$175,000.00 settlement

DUI Acquittal

Not Guilty

Tractor Trailer Lane Violation

All Charges Reversed

Trafficking Methamphetamine Charges Dismissed

All Charges Dismissed

Unconstitutional Statute/Criminal Charges Dismissed

All Charges Dismissed

Drug Charges Dismissed

All Charges Dismissed

Rape Charge Dismissed

All Charges Dismissed

DUI Acquittal

Not Guilty

Drug Charges Dismissed

All Charges Dismissed

DUI Acquittal

Not Guilty

Felony Theft Charge Dismissed

All Charges Dismissed

BUI Acquittal

Not Guilty

DUI Charges Dismissed

All Charges Dismissed

Sentence Reversed

Sentence Reversed

DUI Conviction Reversed and Dismissed

All Charges Dismissed

DUI Acquittal

Not Guilty

Family Violence Battery Acquittal

Not Guilty

Two DUI Acquittals

Not Guilty

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Education

2001

Mississippi College

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

University of Georgia

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2011

DUI Symposium Seminar

Voir Dire For DUI Cases: Picking Off the Enemy

2010

Monthly meeting

Your Client Failed the Field Sobriety Tests, Now What?

2010

DUI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing

Effectively Cross-Examining the Arresting Officer

2009

DUI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing

Trial Techniques: Cross-examination of the arresting officer

Publications

2013

Effectively Handling DUI Roadblock Cases DUI Super Symposium Seminar Presentation

2011

Voir Dire for DUI Cases DUI Super Symposium Seminar Presentation

2010

Your Client Failed the Field Sobriety Tests, Now What? Forsyth County Criminal Defense Bar Presentation

2010

Effectively Cross-examining the Arresting Officer DUI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Practitioner Course Presentation

Languages

English

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