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Torin D. Togut
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Biography
I have lived in Georgia since 1976 except for the period October 2001 until July, 2003.
I worked as an attorney for low-income families of infants, children, youth and
disabilities from September 1984 until January 2012. My passion is to give individuals
who may not think of themselves as "rich" enough to afford an attorney the opportunity
to hire an attorney that will zealously advocate for their rights and interests.
When I am not working, I love to travel with my wife Teresa. Travel in the U.S. opens
your eyes to different parts of the country and an incredible appreciation of our
country and its people. Travel abroad gives you an unique perspective of
different cultures, languages, and the treasurers of the world. People may live in
different countries but we all have much in common.
Gardening is a favorite past time with long summers and growing seasons. I
love sports both as a spectator and participant. I am an avid Braves, Falcons,
and Hawks fan as well as a Georgia Bulldog. Go Dawgs!
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Education
35%
43 years
Divorce and Separation
30%
49 years
Civil Rights
15%
49 years
Criminal Defense
10%
49 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Georgia for 48 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1977
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Location
Law Offices of Torin D. Togut
140 Hanarry Drive, Lawrenceville, GA, 30046
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Posted by Steven | February 14, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Superb legal representation for my teenage son
Torin went above and beyond the call of duty to represent my son in a civil case last year. He understood that young people make mistakes and my son just needed a strong lesson to learn from the situation. Torin's testimonial on behalf of my son, and stating the true facts in the hearing made all the...
Torin D. Togut's Lawyer Endorsements
"Torin is my go-to for all cases involving civil rights and education! He is very smart, and seems to know everyone, everywhere!"
"Torin and I were colleagues when we were teaching in the clinical program at the University of Georgia law school. Torin is highly respected by his peers is the profession, and his passion for his work is unmatched. I endorse him as an attorney and a mentor."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked as opposing counsel to Torin and have referred clients to him in the areas of civil rights and special education/disabilities. He is an exceptional attorney and an expert in civil rights cases. I highly respect his ethics and professionalism."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Togut is one of the finest attorneys in his state. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend his family law services and his other legal services as well."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Federal Interagency Black History Celebration Program, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights
2005
CLE Presenter, Young Lawyers Division State Bar of Georgia, Advocates for Students with Disabilities
2003
Lifetime Volunteer Lawyer Award, ACLU of Georgia
2003
Volunteer Lawyer Award, ACLU of Vermont
1997
Phil Heiner, Atlanta Volunteer Lawyer's Foundation
1992
Chairperson of Brook Run, Citizens Advisory Council of Brook Run
1991
Professional of the Year, ARC of Georgia
Work Experience
2012 - 2013
Attorney, Torin Togut Attorney at Law
2008 - 2012
Adjunct Professor, University of Georgia School of Law
2006 - 2008
Cousins Public Interest Fellow, University of Georgia School of Law
2001 - 2002
Executive Director, Vermont Protection and Advocacy
1996 - 2012
Attorney at Law - Part Time, Torin Togut
1984 - 2012
Specialist Attorney, Georgia Legal Services Program
1977 - 1984
Attorney at Law - Full Time, Torin Togut
Associations
2010 - Present
ARC of GeorgiaPresident
2010 - 2014
Parent to Parent of GeorgiaBoard Member
Sample of Legal Cases
May v. City of Nahunta, Georgia et al.
Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals reversed, in part, district court's decision finding that police officer was protected from damages by qualified immunity
Franklin v. Fulton County, et al
Georgia Court of Appeals reversed in part trial court's grant of summary judgment on issue of statute of limitation
Demmons v. Demmons
Georgia Supreme Clourt vacated trial court's decision which omitted certain findings
Herrera v. Tillostson d/b/a Enzos Pizza
Setttlement
In re: Professional Nurses Service Inc.
Vermont Supreme Court affirmed administrative agency ruling granting certificate of need
Brogdon v. National Healthcare Corporation
Motion to Dismiss grnt'd in part denied in part
Heichelbeck v. Evans
Prevailed in federal court and Eleventh Circuit
Education
1976
University of La Verne College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1973
Cornell University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2016
Georgia Mental Health and Law
Georgia Mental Health and Law
2016
Annual IDEAS Conference
Mental Health Issues in Students with Disabilities
2015
National Business Institute
Discovery under New Federal Rules of Civil Procedure
2015
Annual IDEAS Conference
Why Bullying Matters
2015
46th Annual Autism of America National Conference
Bullying: how to Identify Red Flags and Care for Ourselves
2014
National Business Institute
Special Education Laws Made Simple
2014
Health Ed Seminar
Georgia Mental Health and Law
2014
Annual IDEAS Conference
RTI and Specific Learing Disabilities
2014
Annual Georgia Austim Conference
Least Restrictive Environment for Students with Disabiliteis
2014
16th Annual Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates
Response to Intervention and Specific Learning Disabilities
2013
IDEAS Conference
Transition Planning for Students with Disabilities
2013
Georgia Mental Health & Law
Civil Committment and Guardianships
2013
20th Annual ADR Conference
Special Education and ADR
2005
Advocates for Students with Disabilities
CLE Presenter
Publications
2015
National Business Institute Seminar
Discovery under New Federal Rules of Civil Procedure
2014
National Business Institute Seminar
Special Education laws Made Simple
2012
American University Washington School of Law
Gestalt of the School-to-Prison Pipeline: The Duality of Overrepresentation of Minorities in Special Education and Racial Disparity in School Discipline on Minorities
2012
Journal of the National Association of Administrative Law Judiciary
The Helter Skelter World of IDEA Eligibility for Specific Learning Disability: The Clash of Response-to-Intervention and Child Find Requirements
2004
The Beacon Journal of Special Education Law & Practice
High-Stakes Testing: Barometer for Success or Prognosticator for Failure?
Languages
French
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