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

130 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 14 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Shawn | August 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Lawyer in the city of lawrenceville

When I say you wouldn’t want to spend your money on no other lawyer than Mr.Drake himself I mean that. This man will go to the bat for you he will do everything in his power to have you a free man/women instead of behind bars. I’ve had Drake as my lawyer for 3 years now and I wouldn’t change him for ...anyone great man and you honestly feel comfortable talking to him about everything, he has gotten me out of probation violation, duo’s etc man drake is that guy I can’t thank him enough me and my family appreciate him and I’m sure you will too.. great man

Posted by anonymous | August 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Criminal Case

Mr. Drake provided solid counsel for my son who was facing several felonies related to a mental health episode and an encounter with the numerous police officers. He provided good advice and perspective from both sides as to the potential outcomes and strengths/weaknesses of the case. He was respon...sive, albeit very busy with other cases. Although we had hoped for a better resolution, the resolution negotiated by Mr. Drake was reasonable and kept my son out of prison. We are grateful for his counsel and happy this phase is over.

Posted by Benjam | April 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

An Excellent Attorney

I have used Mr. Drake for many years. He has always done great for me and my cases. I had 3 shopliftings on my record since 1998. Well I got arrested for a petty misdemeanor shoplifting and the state turned it into a felony. After your fourth conviction you are now charged with a felony and are to do... no less than 1 year and no more than ten. The state was offfering me 3 years. Scott went to the county to where I got my first 2 shoplifting charges and filed for me to use "retroactive first offender status." And he won. The state had to drop it back to a misdemeanor because I was then not considered a "repeat offender." He is a legal genius in the eyes of my family. If you want a Fire and Brimstone attorney to fight for you, call Mr. Drake.

Posted by Maximilian | February 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

No One Better Than Scott Drake!!!!

I have hired Scott for friends and for myself and will CONTINUE to do so. Scott can be trusted with your largest and smallest of problems! I've hired him for things from bail reductions to aggravated assault, and Scott always shines! He isn't just a great attorney, but also a GREAT PERSON. He genuine...ly CARES about the outcome of your case AS WELL as how you're doing. It seems he ALMOST ALWAYS answers the phone for you (If you don't call during morning court hours of course), and if not, he calls back quickly. He will tell it to you straight, (I love a straight shooter and you should too!) but you will genuinely feel cared about! Basically, he's the kind of guy you'd have at a bbq, drink a beer with, and have on your cornhole team. And be the friend you would call when you got into trouble and needed help because you KNOW he would come through for you! LONG STORY SHORT...HIRE THIS MAN!!!

Posted by Stephanie H | February 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

BEST OF THE BEST DRAKE DRIZZLE!

I AM PROUD TO SAY THAT DRAKE HAS REPRESENTED MY FAMILY FOR YEARS!! WHAT I LOVE ABOUT HIM IS THAT HE DOESNT SUGAR COAT ANYTHING! I CALL/TXT HIM AND ALWAYS GET A RESPONSE EVEN DURING LATE HOURS. HE IS ALWAYS WORKING. HE ISNT THE TYPE TO TAKE YOUR MONEY AND LET THINGS BE.... I HIRED HIM FOR MYSELF ON SO...ME SERIOUS CHARGES WITH BEING ON FIRST OFFENDER FROM A PREVIOUS ONE. I KNEW I COULD BE SCREWED! HE TOLD ME THESE EXACT WORDS WE HOPING FOR THE BEST BUT THE WORST CAN HAPPEN! SO FROM AN OFFER OF 30 YEAR TO SERVE 10 WITH A $250k FINE HE DID HIS THING AND GOT ME A STRAIGHT 15 OF PROBATION WITHOUT MY FIRST OFFENDERS BEING REVOKED! BEST ATTORNEY HANDS DOWN!

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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

Activity

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