Bridget Layng Scanlin

Bridget Layng Scanlin

5.0
Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 13 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Lawrenceville, GA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense, Child Custody ... +2 more

292 Culver St, Lawrenceville, GA

About Bridget

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 20%

traffic citations, misdemeanors, felonies

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 175-250 per hour

Contingency

20%-40%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 13 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2012

Active Member in Good Standing

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Location

The Scanlin Law Firm, PC.

292 Culver St, Lawrenceville, GA, 30046

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Bridget Layng Scanlin's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ashley | April 02, 2015 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Best I Could Ever Hope For

Bridget handled a traffic citation and an unrelated custody issue for me. She was so easy to talk to about all of my legal problems and handled my case with integrity. Bridget was very knowledgeable on my case and the law and I am eternally grateful for her. I highly recommend her!

Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Wonderful!!!!

Bridget handled my divorce for me. She was very upfront and no nonsense and I appreciated that. She didn't overcharge me the way lawyers I've worked with in the past did. Bridget kept me informed, explained things with great patience and kept my best interests in everything she did. I enjoyed working... with her, as much as you can when you're going through a divorce, and I know I can count on her if I ever need help with anything in the future. She's the best!

Posted by Monica | January 23, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Awesome lawyer

Ms. Bridget handled my criminal case and kept my record clean. I am so thankful that she had my back and got my case dismissed.

Posted by Mike | January 15, 2015 | Employment & Labor

Quick and Zealous

Bridget handled a dispute with a former employer for me and she quickly got positive results. She told me from the get go what to expect and followed through. I would for ure recommend her to a friend.

Posted by Amy | January 14, 2015 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Easy sailing with Bridget

Bridget handled my traffic citation in Gwinnett and she was unbelievable. She had a fantastic recommendation within 3 days of our initial meeting and kept points off of my license. She was wonderful to work with and thanks to her my insurance didn't go up!!

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Holly Waltman

Child custody lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bridget is a rising star in the legal community. I call on her expertise when handling any family law related issues. She is a zealous advocate for her clients and someone I would recommend to family and friends. Do yourself a favor and hire this attorney!"

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Eduardo Borda

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Bridget. She is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Honors

2016

Among the Best of Gwinnett, Gwinnett Magazine

2011

CALI award, center for computer assisted legal instruction

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney, The Scanlin Law Firm, PC.

2011 - 2012

Law Clerk, The Layng Law Firm, PC.

2011 - 2011

Legal Intern, Gwinnett County Solicitor General's Office

Associations

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Gwinnett Criminal Defense Bar

Gwinnett County Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

State vs. Harper

Dismissed

State vs. Price

dismissed

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Education

N/A

John Marshall (Atlanta)

Languages

English

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