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Christine Anne Koehler

Christine Anne Koehler

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 30 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Lawrenceville, GA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense

261 West Crogan Street, Lawrenceville, GA

About Christine

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 40%

Christine has expanded her practice to include the representation of people who are injured or whose loved ones have been killed due to the negligence of others. Last December Christine's first civil jury trial ended with a $1.2 million verdict for her clients. Her courtroom expertise has made this transition into personal injury cases an easy one.

32 years

40%
Criminal Defense 30%

Christine is death penalty quaified and handles all types of criminal charges including drug charges, child molestation, battery, murder, criminal trespass and armed robbery. Christine's aggressive investigations often prevent her clients from ever being arrested, charged or convicted. She handles bond hearings, trials, pleas and probation revocations.

32 years

30%
DUI and DWI 30%

After training at the largest DUI firm in the State, Christine opened her own firm in Gwinnett County. Christine aggressively defends clients accused of DUI and all related traffic offenses, including Vehicular Homicide, Hit and Run, Reckless Driving and other underlying offenses.

32 years

30%

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 30 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1995

Active Member in Good Standing

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Location

Koehler, Christine A. Attorney

261 West Crogan Street, Lawrenceville, GA, 30046

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Christine Anne Koehler's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

59 Client Reviews

Showing 36 - 40 of 59 reviews

Posted by anonymous | November 18, 2013

The Best word to describe Christine is "Superb"

From the moment I spoke with Christine, she put me at ease and I felt I was in good hands. Her professionalism, style, mannerisms, attention to detail and follow through are without a doubt "Superb". Christine displayed many admirable traits but her genuine character and compassion far exceeded my ...expectations.

Posted by T.M. | September 18, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

A tough, sharp advocate for her clients

Christine represented me on a case for almost two years and got me the best possible outcome. She kept me informed, gave me direction to help myself and was an advocate for me at all times. I would highly recommend her.

Posted by Matthew | August 28, 2013 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Can't Say Enough Good Things

I had the great opportunity to retain Christine's services about 6 months ago. I had gotten a speeding ticket and forgotten to pay the fine. This happened, because during the court date I happened to move and never received notices until I was pulled over a year later, arrested with a bench warrant a...nd facing several charges. Christine stepped in quickly taking care of everything. I never had to step in court or talk to anyone. Christine provides a professional and straight forward style that really cuts through any "lawyer talk" and is always available to make time to talk when you need to ask questions. I can not recommend Christine and her practice enough.

Posted by anonymous | January 27, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Christine got me my life back.

I'm a highly successful professional who gave into some serious psychological pressures last year and ended up doing something stupid and getting arrested on some very serious and humiliating charges. Subsequent media attention led to my career being destroyed. I was so ashamed and self-loathing, I d...idn't even know how to help myself. I consulted the best lawyer I knew of locally. After telling him my story he said, "Look, I'm going to be straight with you. I'm very good, and maybe I could help you, but if you want the best, go to Christine Koehler. Whatever I know, I learned from her. And whatever can be done in your case, she can do it." I did, and I thank my lucky stars. She listened, and not just with her mind (which is incredible), but also with her heart. She saw in me a decent human being who went bananas for awhile, and who deserved a fresh start. While she worked the case, her assistant kept me on my feet morally. I was told by people who know Gwinnett County, my case would take probably at least 8 months. I suffered. I went through hell .... And suddenly, it was over, in 5 months. In reviewing the process, it's clear to me that Christine Koehler has mastered not only the ins and outs of jurisprudence, but its fine art as well. My case depended not merely on facts, but on the subtle nuances of human situational understanding. She was able to engage the prosecution in human dialogue. She deeply believes that the law is there not only to condemn, but to find what is truly judicious, even to extend mercy. Sometimes people who have a positive outcome in their cases say, "Now I believe in the system again." I don't buy into that simplistic thinking. If I believe in anything again, it is in myself. I had nearly stopped believing in myself. I was my own harshest judge. Christine explained it like this: "The legal system only wants what is right. My job as your defense attorney is to clarify that on your behalf. I believed in you, and I made it my job to communicate what is right about you to the prosecutor. The prosecutor is also a good person. She understood and eventually believed in you, too." Epilogue: I am presently in emotional recovery. I appreciate life with an intensity unimagined before. But my case could have turned out so much differently. Don't ever think that the system is just the system. The system is as good or as bad as the people who operate within it. One of the very best people, and advocates, has got to be Christine Koehler. Because of her, I have my life back.

Posted by anonymous | September 06, 2012 | Criminal Defense

Awesome attorney!

Christine was without a doubt a very well versed and educated attorney for me. She has a unique ability to be both agressive and passive without being too much of either. I found her (and her staff) very caring and responsive in every facet of my case. What I was looking at in terms of length of p...ossible jail sentence and what I actually received was astounding. I didn't ever feel like "just another client" and always felt that she and her staff honestly cared what happened. I would recommend her to anyone that needs a quality criminal defense attorney. She was on top of the case from start to finish.

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Christine Anne Koehler's Lawyer Endorsements

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Richard Ryczek

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Christine is THE Gwinnett County Criminal Defense lawyer. As a result of Christine's most recent death penalty case, the legislature had to change the law to make it easier for the prosecutors to take a life. She single-handedly changed the way potential jurors are selected in this county. Thanks to Christine, we now have jurors who better represent Gwinnett County. She is dynamic in and out of the courtroom. This is why she is in such high demand to speak to criminal defense lawyers across the nation. You simply cannot find a better lawyer."

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Bob Giannini

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Christine Koehler is an excellent attorney. She is highly intelligent and absolutely fearless in the courtroom. If a family member or very close friend of mine was facing serious criminal charges I would want Ms. Koehler to take the case. What more can I say than that?"

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Jessica Oates

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Christine is an excellent person in and out of the courtroom. She will advocate zealously for her clients, and is willing to teach others about the law. She is an excellent criminal defense trial attorney, and a great mentor for newly-licensed attorneys. I would recommend Christine Koehler any day!"

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Tracy Dorfman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Christine and I had several criminal cases as opposing counsel when I was a prosecutor. She has proven herself to be an extremely capable trial attorney who is greatly respected!"

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Michael Bixon

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Passionate, dedicated and knowledgeable attorney."

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Douglas Lewis

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Hands down one of the best criminal defense attorneys in Georgia. Christine is a highly-skilled litigator with great passion for the law and true dedication to all of her clients. I highly recommend Christine Koehler."

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Sneh Patel

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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William Maloof

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Years ago Christine worked for my dad. He always says I wish I had never let her leave. In my opinion she is the best criminal lawyer in the State of Georgia. She is tireless in her work for her clients. She has the rare gift of high intelligence coupled with a sense of humor and is one of the most charismatic people I have ever met. Juries love her, prosecutors respect her and judges call her when they need help. I endorse this lawyer for any legal matter."

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David Fried

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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LeeAnne Lynch

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Christine is a role model for other lawyers in the community. She is well respected by fellow defense attorneys and prosecutors alike. If you are looking to hire the best, go with Christine. You will be very happy with your choice."

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Mike Money

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Christine practices outside my usual stomping ground but she was a year ahead of me in law school about 17 years ago. Since then, she has been named a super lawyer but I would label her more as a kick-ass Goddess of Criminal law. Her reputation for taking on major cases and challenging courts and district attorneys at every turn is state-wide. She works hard and she's smarter than everybody else in virtually any courtroom."

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Charles McAleer

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If you are looking for a great criminal defense attorney, look no further."

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Troy Marsh

Criminal defense lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sumner Riddick

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Christine is a compassionate, aggressive advocate. She is relentless when pursuing personal injury claims for her clients."

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Herbert Ellis

Unknown lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Philip Holloway

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Christine is one of the finest in the state. If you're in trouble she can help you. She's one of the most tenacious advocates for her clients that I have ever know."

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William Boddie

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Koehler is a top-notch trial attorney."

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Charles Crowe

Criminal defense lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Christine is one of heavy hitters in the criminal defense world. This comes as no surprise to anyone who has seen her in action. Christine is always amply prepared and is well-liked by judges and other attorneys. If I needed criminal representation, I would choose Christine."

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Nathanael Horsley

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"In the world of criminal defense Christine is a rock star. She has the rare combination of legal knowledge, trial skills, and inexhaustible passion for the defense of her clients that makes for a truly great legal advocate. If you have the chance to work with Christine, take it; you will not regret your decision."

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Zachary Procter

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Christine is one of those lawyers who seems to know everything and can get results that nobody else can get. She is also extremely well liked by everyone on both the defense and prosecution side of criminal law."

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Ryan Swingle

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Christa Kirk

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Georgia Super Lawyer,

2006

Top 50 Female Lawyers In Georgia, Top 50 Female Lawyers In Georgia

2005

Georgia Super Lawyer,

2005

Legal Elite,

2004

Georgia Super Lawyer,

2004

Legal Elite,

N/A

AV Rated,

Associations

2009 - Present

Georgia Assoc. of Criminal Defense Lawyers

President

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1995 - 1995

State Bar of Georgia

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Kachwalla

conviction reversed

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Education

1995

Georgia State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

University of Georgia, Georgia Southern University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2006

St. Simons, GA

Disgracing Our Profession

2006

Lake Chelan, WA

Disgracing Our Profession

2006

Lake Chelan, WA

My Case Sucks-Now What

2006

Helen, GA

Search and Seizure is Sexy

2006

Charleston, SC

The Criminal Defense Toolbox: Renovating the Way you Practic Law

2006

Atlanta, GA

Lessons Learned from A Capital Case

2004

Helen, GA

My Case Sucks...I Wonder if They Compile Their Jury Lists Properly

2002

Lawrenceville, GA

Mock Trial

2002

Helen, GA

Jury Selection

2001

St. Simons, GA

U.S. Supreme Court Cases

2001

Lawrenceville, GA

Mock Trial

2001

Duluth, GA

Start to Finish

2000

Atlanta, GA

Defending Traffic Cases

1999

Lawrenceville, GA

State Bar Criminal Defense Training

1999

Atlanta, GA

Handling Administrative License Suspensions and Revocations

1999

Atlanta, GA

Defending a DUI Case

1999

Atlanta, GA

Picking a DUI Jury

1999

Atlanta, GA

Defense of Drinking Driver's Institute

1998

Atlanta, GA

Motions to Suppres

Languages

English

Spanish

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