Carlos Javier Rodriguez

Carlos Javier Rodriguez

also known as Carlos J. Rodriguez, Carlos Rodriguez

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Marietta, GA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, DUI & DWI

36 Ayers Avenue NE, Marietta, GA

About Carlos

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

Includes: Drug Charges (Felony & Misd.), Serious Violent Felonies, Sexual Offenses, Domestic Violence Charges, Theft Offenses, & Probation Revocations

16 years

60%
Sex Crime 30%

Child Molestation, Rape, Sexual Exploitation of Children (Child Pornography)

16 years

30%
DUI and DWI 10%

Includes: Driver's Under 21 & DUI Drugs

16 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 15 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2010

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Carlos Javier Rodriguez

36 Ayers Avenue NE, Marietta, GA, 30060

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Carlos Javier Rodriguez's Reviews

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24 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 09, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Professional and Always Available

I was recently a client of Carlos Rodriguez. I was involved in an incident that resulted in multiple misdemeanor citations, specifically simple battery, criminal trespass, and public drunkenness. I had never been arrested before and was unprepared to deal with the situation. Carlos was recommended by... a close family friend. Carlos agreed to meet with me early in the morning the night after I called to allow me not to interrupt my work schedule. He gathered all the facts, immediately started formally requesting all the documentation from the incident, and put me in touch with a counseling professional. Carlos was very thorough in explaining the legal process to me and managed my expectations from the beginning. His feedback and advice were always honest and based on facts. He rarely speculated as to the outcome of my case, based all of his advice on my specific case, and always clearly articulated the reasons behind his advice. I did not live in Georgia at the time of the incident and thus had to communicate with Carlos via phone and email until my case was finally processed and I received a court date. I did not receive a court date until 16 months after my incident. The actual date wasn’t until 18 months after the incident. Over that entire period of time, Carlos kept me informed routinely that he had checked on my status and constantly worked to settle with the owners of the property where my incident took place. By the time, my court date arrived, I was truly satisfied that everything had been done to positively affect the outcome of my case. As a result of his actions, the prosecutor dismissed my case at my initial court appearance. My experience as a result of my arrest was very stressful. Fortunately, due to the professionalism of Carlos Rodriguez, I did not have to deal with any additional stress from miscommunication, lack of trust, or uncertainty regarding our plan for my defense. I absolutely recommend him and would recommend him if asked by a friend or family member. I am truly grateful for everything that he did for me.

Posted by Carmalita | December 15, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Best Decision I could have ever made....

I was wrongly violated on felony probation in Cobb County. I had several consultations with different lawyers, but being that it was my third Revocation nobody really seemed interested in my story. I was given off-putting counsel, and quoted high retainers from lawyers who had no confidence in my ...case. I called Mr. Rodriguez law office and from the moment I made contact with his legal assistant Jintana, I knew i was in good hands. Mr. Rodriguez had my best interest in mind. He believed in me and my case. I had all the odds stacked against me. In less then 24 hours after my Initial Consultation he had my warrant lifted and I was back on good terms with probation. This guy works miracles!!!!!! I cant thank you enough Mr.Rodriguez Merry Christmas Carmalita

Posted by Errin | May 22, 2014 | Drug Crime

Reliable & Hard Working

I cannot say enough positive things about Carlos Rodriguez. He was very knowledgeable, informative, and educated about the legal process in Cobb County. He kept me informed every step of the way, and definitely made me feel secure in his hands. He was always very realistic when it came to the potenti...al outcome of my case, and never made any promises he couldn't keep. Going into the court room, I was much more confident knowing he was there to represent me. Not only was he very professional, but made me feel comfortable every step of the way. He never made me feel like a criminal, and was always understanding, and never judgmental. Not only did Carlos assist me with my drug case, but also a simple failure to appear in regard to my driver’s license. He encouraged me to take care of some lingering legal issues that I had avoided for many years, which prevented me from getting my license, and also helped me with the process of reinstating my license. Having his guidance really made the whole process a lot less scary, and I would recommend him to anyone out there dealing with any type of legal issues. Not only was Carlos amazing, but his legal assistant, Jintana, couldn’t have been more helpful either. I was always greeted with a warm smile when I entered the office, and it definitely made me feel that much more at ease. I feel that Carlos is great at what he does, and will only get better as time goes on. Thank you for all that you have done for me and my family, and also my future.

Posted by jintanasawaengsuk | April 10, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

The Best Criminal Defense Lawyer

After three failed attempts with other lawyers, I was reluctant to even speak to another lawyer. I came upon Carlos and his partner Maddox based on recommendations from other lawyers. Little did I know that these two lawyers were going to help my family get through the most difficult time of our liv...es. We have never been in this type of predicament before and did not know what to do and found ourselves torn between the advice we heard from friends and what other lawyers had told us. Carlos and Maddox walked us through every step of the process, contacted us promptly with any updates regarding our case, and made us feel like we were in good hands. They took on the case very last minute but were able to fix what the previous lawyers had done wrong while putting the time and diligence into priming us for trial. They took the time to get to know us as people and at the end of the case, we not only got a satisfactory outcome but we gained two new friends. These lawyers are skilled and articulate and will do whatever it takes to insure that their client gets the best outcome. I highly recommend them!

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Carlos Javier Rodriguez's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alexander Weatherby

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Carlos is an excellent attorney, with real courtroom experience. If you are facing a criminal matter, look no further than Carlos!"

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Susan McCoy

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tosif Chouhan

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Carlos is a highly skilled attorney and he is very knowledgeable and experienced in all parameters of criminal defense. He is caring towards his clients and an asset to the community. I highly endorse Carlos Rodriguez!"

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Muneer Awad

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A very smart attorney with great compassion and empathy for his clients. He sincerely believes in helping people overcome the many obstacles of the criminal court system and you won't find a more dedicated professional to represent you."

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Benjamin Goldberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have personally observed Carlos in court and interacting with his clients. He has earned the respect of judges, prosecutors and his colleagues with his hard work and natural abilities. Carlos is one of the few lawyers I would trust if a friend or family member was in need of a lawyer."

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Gordon Nicol

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A true professional. Incredibly knowledgeable, and result driven. Highly recommended. I endorse this lawyer."

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Lawrence Zimmerman

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Carlos is a fantastic young attorney. He is aggressive in his defense of his clients. He sees the big picture quickly, and is great on his feet. He is an exceptional talent at such a young age. I see big big things in his future."

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Herman Kilgore

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have seen Carlos in action many times. Carlos has two great strengths that make him such a successful criminal defense attorney. First, he has great attention to detail. He can find that needle in a haystack that can make all the difference in the outcome of a case. Second, he has a strong courtroom confidence and presence that make judges and jurors want to believe him."

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Jonathan Lowe

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly. Best in the business."

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Ryan Locke

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Friend

"I've known Carlos since law school and he's a smart, dedicated attorney who gets incredible results for his clients. If a family member needed a criminal defense attorney, I'd call Carlos."

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Michael Murphy

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Carlos is one of the best lawyers in Atlanta. I highly recommend this lawyer."

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Adam Rozen

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this extremely hard working and bright lawyer. Carlos exemplifies one of the best standards of a great attorney -- always having 100% knowledge of his client's case and the applicable law. He takes whatever action necessary to achieve the best possible result for every client. Carlos is truly a trusted adviser."

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Frank Gomez

Criminal defense lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Carlos is a rising star as a criminal defense attorney in the Cobb County legal community. He is liked and respected by judges, prosecutors and fellow criminal defense attorneys. Additionally, Carlos zealously represents his clients. I expect nothing but greater things for Carlos in the future."

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Jenny Lee

Criminal defense lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Matthew Swanson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Carlos Rodriguez is a great attorney and a wonderful friend of mine. He is well-respected among the judiciary and fellow attorneys and is a steward of the community. Carlos is a great choice for honest and rigorous representation in any criminal defense matter."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

2010

National Member of The Order of Barristers, The Order of Barristers

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Partner, Kilgore & Rodriguez

2010 - Present

Attorney, Carlos J. Rodriguez, P.C.

2009 - 2009

Legal Intern, Dekalb County Public Defender's Office

2008 - 2008

Advocate, UGA Family Violence Clinic

2006 - 2007

Legal/Medical Clerk, Blasingame, Burch, Garrard & Ashley, PC

Associations

2014 - Present

Rotary Club of Marietta

Member

2012 - Present

Marietta Schools Foundation

Board Member

2011 - Present

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Area Vice-President

2010 - Present

Cobb County Bar Association

2014 - 2015

Cobb County Bar Association, Criminal Defense Section

President

2013 - 2015

Joseph Henry Lumpkin American Inn of Court

Barrister

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. GS

All Charges Dismissed

State v. KD

DUI and Traffic Charge Dismissed

State v. SP

Not Guilty Verdict After Jury Trial

State v. MD

Not Guilty Verdict after Jury Trial

State v. C.L.

Dismissal of All Charges

State v. L.B.

Not Guilty Verdict After Jury Trial

State v. A.T.

Motion to Dismiss Granted by Trial Court

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Education

2010

University of Georgia School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

University of Georgia

BS - Sociology; BA - Spanish

Speaking Engagements

2012

The Life of a Trial

Jury Instructions

Publications

2013

National Association of Legal Professional Article

Languages

Spanish

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