Scott Andrew Drake

Scott Andrew Drake

also known as The Drake Law Group LLC

4.9
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 34 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Lawrenceville, GA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation

9 Lumpkin Street Suite 200, Lawrenceville, GA

About Scott

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 95%

Hard edged experience as both a prosecuter and defense lawyer handling everything from Traffic Violations, and DUI's to Serious Felony offenses.

35 years | 5,000 cases

95%
Divorce and Separation 5%

27 years | 50 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 34 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1991

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Drake Law Group LLC

9 Lumpkin Street Suite 200, Lawrenceville, GA, 30046

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Scott Andrew Drake's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

135 Client Reviews

Showing 51 - 55 of 64 reviews | Advocacy

Posted by Brandon | March 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney

HANDS DOWN THE #1 ATTORNEY IN GWINNETT

I watched in awe as this wizard of the court room made light work of my case and convinced my jury to return a swift and concise NOT GUILTY verdict. Thanks to Scott I was able to walk out of the court with my head high knowing that the rumours of his excellence had just come to fruition in front of... my eyes as he masterfully won me my freedom. If you are so lucky to call Scott your attorney then take a deep breath and try to relax because chances are it's all going to be ok. The nature of charges and the evidence against me could have very easily gone the other way in my case, but Scott told me to trust him and let him be the lawyer! I did just that and now I'm writing this review on my own accord, in the sun, with a cold beverage, rather then the confides of a cell. Scott you are unequivocally the smartest guy in the room! Thanks man. Thanks!

Posted by Natasha | February 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Great representation

Mr. Scott Drake is a great attorney. I retained him for 2 cases that my husband had and despite my husbands criminal background and the cases that he had to handle he was able to prevent my husband from going to prison for 1 year. Due to his legal knowledge he managed to come up with a better alterna...tive which was a program for my husband to transition to and with my help we found one that accepted him.

Posted by Janice | December 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Best Attorney Around-hire him!!!!

My son was arrested in Gwinnett County and was appointed Scott Drake. My comment was not favorable about an appointed attorney (had a bad experience before), but my son had no money to hire anyone for an Aggravated assault charge. My husband and son met with Mr. Drake and when they came home all they... kept saying was how knowledgeable, honest and attentive Mr. Drake was and they were hopeful! I still had reservations UNTIL, I met Mr. Drake myself. I too was very impressed with his knowledge of my son’s case, the law & his honesty! Scott (feel like he’s a friend now) worked to get my son no jail time when the DA’s original offer was 5 years... Scott we cannot THANK YOU ENOUGH for your dedication on this case, you are truly one of a kind. You cannot go wrong hiring Scott Drake, he will work hard for you, return your calls and keep you posted at all times.

Scott Drake

Replied last December 21, 2018

Thank you so much, your kind words have touched my heart and we will always be here for you when you need us.

Posted by Siobahn | December 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Saved our family

My brother has been failed by the justice system at least 3 times. Scott, although harsh at times, was there and helped us through the process. Prior to hiring Scott, I had ZERO faith in justice system. Im so happy he was referred to us. He literally saved our lives... seriously. My brother had a dif...ficult case. Scott was honest and straight forward without sugarcoating anything. Told us what we could possibly face. In the courtroom, he was a "beast". He caught all inconsistencies of the prosecutor using prior cases and current laws, all the while keeping his cool. Im impressed! I can't thank him enough. He has restored my faith in the justice system.

Scott Drake

Replied last December 08, 2018

Thank you for your kind words, your brother and your family will forever be a part of our Drake/Estes family.

Posted by Jason benefield | November 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney

The best!!

Scott drake is an amazing lawyer. He fights for you almost to the point of being in contempt of court. He believes in himself and his clients. He is a work of art and a great friend and man. I never will look anywhere else when in need of an A-1 attorney!! And his wife Tracy is a great lawyer too. Th...ey have a great rapport with the system. And much respect from all judges and D.A's. Money well spent

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Scott Andrew Drake's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Kay

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scott Drake is a highly experienced and respected attorney. He works, and fights hard for his clients rights, and gets excellent results. Scott has an enormous amount of criminal law and trial experience, and anyone who hires him will be in great hands."

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Donald Geary

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Top Lawyers in Georgia, The Legal Network

Work Experience

2005 - 2018

Attorney, Sliz, Drake, Estes, Bramblett and Assoc. LLC

2000 - 2005

Attorney, Scott A. Drake P.C.

1998 - 2000

Assistant District Attorney, District Attorney North Eastern Judicial circuit

1993 - 1998

Assistant solicitor, Solicitor general Gwinnett County

1992 - 1993

Assistant District Attorney, Augusta Judicial Circuit

Associations

2000 - Present

geogia association of criminal defense lawyers

2000 - Present

Gwinnett County Bar Association, Criminal Section

Former President

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Mercer

All Charges dismissed

State of Georgia vs Patterson

Acquittal on all charges

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Education

1991

Georgia State University College of Law

law

1984

University of Georgia, Athens

Economics

Languages

Spanish

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