David Joseph Koontz

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David Joseph Koontz

4.6
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 28 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Marietta, GA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI ... +2 more

305 Lawrence Street, Suite 300, Marietta, GA

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About David

Biography

Harvard Law Graduate - 24 Years of Experience - Reasonable Fees - Call 678-336-5560 Today for a Free Consultation!

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

29 years

40%
DUI and DWI 20%

20%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 20%

20%
Cannabis Law 10%

10%
Expungement 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2023 2022 2021

Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 28 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1997

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of David Joseph Koontz

305 Lawrence Street, Suite 300, Marietta, GA, 30060

davidjosephkoontz.com/

David Joseph Koontz's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

62 Client Reviews

Showing 61 - 62 of 62 reviews

Posted by Marlowe | July 23, 2016

David Koontz is a "Wolf in sheeps clothing"

David Koontz, will take your money fast! Then fail to do the job , you hired him for. You will have to do the leg work. I reccommend, if you hire this guy. You, double check everything he says, he has done for you. If you don't, trust me, he will drop the ball. He is a starving attorney, so he will p...romise you the moon and the stars, and you will get a hill of beans. DON'T HIRE THIS HARVARD GRADUATE, IT MEANS NOTHING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

David Koontz

Replied last July 23, 2016

This case was an emergency custody hearing, where the court awarded everything we asked for, except for an award of attorney's fees. The judge explained that she never awards attorney's fees at emergency hearings. I prepared, researched, investigated, and advocated at a contested hearing for this client, and we got the best result possible under the circumstances. Sometimes in custody cases, anger at the ex-spouse or the judge gets misdirected at the attorney. I am happy to learn from constructive criticism and address any client's concerns, and I will continue to work to get the best results possible for my clients.

Posted by Justin Hudgens | July 23, 2016

Subpar

I hired this lawyer to represent me and I was disappointed with his work ethic, resposiveness and general follow up regarding returning calls in a timely manner.

David Koontz

Replied last July 23, 2016

The number one complaint I hear about attorneys is not responding in a timely manner. I pride myself on doing all I can to respond ASAP to clients. I give you my cell phone number and invite you to call, text, or email me, even on nights and weekends. As a trial lawyer, I am often in court and sometimes cannot respond immediately, but I will always do my best to communicate quickly, personally, and effectively about your case.

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2021

Client's Choice, Avvo

Associations

1997 - Present

Georgia State Bar Association

Member

Education

1996

Harvard University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2023

Association for Continuing Legal Education

Litigation Ethics: Rules, Real Stories, and Regrets

2023

Association for Continuing Legal Education

Trust Me, I'm a Lawyer: Handling Trust Accounts Plus Finances, Fee Splitting, and Freelancing

2023

Association for Continuing Legal Education

What I Wish I'd Learned In Law School: Running The Ethical Office

2023

Association for Continuing Legal Education

Ethics Of Advocacy

2023

Association for Continuing Legal Education

Psychology Of Settlement: Behaviors That Encourage Opportunities For Resolution

2023

Association for Continuing Legal Education

Conflicts, Contracts & Costs

2023

Association for Continuing Legal Education

Sign Right Here!- A Survey Of Provisions For Your Attorney Client Agreements From Must Haves To Optional Clauses

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