Herman Maddox Kilgore

Herman Maddox Kilgore

also known as Maddox Kilgore

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 31 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Marietta, GA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals

36 Ayers Avenue, Marietta, GA

About Herman

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 75%

Former Assistant Attorney General and Assistant District Attorney for more than a decade before defending people in crisis. Now, I bring the fight to the State. The goal in every case the same: NO PRISON and NO CONVICTION.

21 years

75%
Appeals 25%

Former law clerk on the Georgia Supreme Court and former Assistant Attorney General handling murder cases before the Georgia Supreme Court. Now, I use that experience to fight for the wrongly convicted. Goal: NEW TRIAL.

30 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 31 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1995

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Alabama for 31 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 1994

Special Member

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Herman Maddox Kilgore

36 Ayers Avenue, Marietta, GA, 30060

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Herman Maddox Kilgore's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

39 Client Reviews

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Posted by Lisa | September 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Need a miracle? Just call Maddox! 770-693-4349

Maddox Kilgore is top of the line, the best of the best!! We hired Maddox to represent our son in a felony criminal case and he went above and beyond our expectations in every aspect. His negotiation skills were amazing. He had the prosecutors eating out of his hand. We just got the order of disc...harge in the mail today. No felony left on my son’s record! What a relief. If you need a lawyer to work miracles, he is the perfect match! DO NOT HESITATE TO REACH OUT TO MADDOX and his team!

Posted by William | February 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Nothing less than the best

Anyone with a criminal case in Cobb County would be foolish not to seek Maddox Kilgore's representation. He's not only experienced, knowledgeable, and connected: he's extremely pro-active and effective. He knows what to do and what to say in every situation. He's worked multiple miracles in my case, ...and even kept in touch with me over almost a decade until he got my probation terminated early. I'm afraid to even imagine what my life would be like had I not found Maddox.

Posted by Gabriel | April 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great lawyer

My lawyer Herman Maddox Kilgore got my midameanor marijuana case it really changed my life in a big way I had this hanging over me for a few months but I went to court to date with a clean drug screan like I told him I would have and he got my cases disamissed and anybody with a case I will always re...fer them to him he is a great person and a man of his word so I give him 5 stars thanks

Posted by Mike | July 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Get's things done

Mr. Kilgore represented me and from the start he told me exactly what I needed to do to get my case dismissed. I followed his advice and the case never even made it to court before the charge was dropped.

Posted by anonymous | August 14, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Kilgore Rodriguez IS the best law firm in Georgia

I came to Maddox Kilgore with a really difficult problem, i was arrested for something that i didn't do but the evidenc made it look as if i was lying. I was extremely upset because at the time i was starting my career inn a field that wouldn't allow me to continue if i were convicted. Maddox did ev...erything he could,and when my final court date landed on the day i was suppose to leave for San Francisco for my 30th birthday Maddox pulled a rabbit out of his hat and got my court date changed for me. When it came to the day of my trial Maddox had a case that was solid. I went from thinking my career was ruined to being able to breathe a sigh of relief. No one would have been able to do what Maddox did. I constantly Got updates from his office and i never had to call they worked around my 85 hours a week schedule and had a very low retainer fee compared to the other 20 lawyers who told me i was doomed but they would get me sentence reduced. I hope i never need a lawyer again. But if i do, i would call Maddox right away. Absolutely amazing! 10 stars!

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Herman Maddox Kilgore's Lawyer Endorsements

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Susan McCoy

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joshua Schiffer

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Maddox was literally one of the first" lawyers I ever watched actually "practice law (he was the lead DA during my clerkship), and very few advocate across the nation have ever compared. I do not say this lightly, I WOULD PERSONALLY HIRE HIM TO DEFEND ME. Not to be a jerk, but I know hundreds and hundreds of lawyers from across the nation, and Maddox is the real deal. He is that good."

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Jason McLendon

Unknown lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Maddox Kilgore. Maddox is a passionate advocate that will work tirelessly to protect the interests of his clients."

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Mark Jackson

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Maddox since he worked at the Attorney General's Office several years ago. I have always been impressed with his professionalism and courtroom demeanor. He is an excellent attorney who has my respect."

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Carlos Rodriguez

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Maddox whole-heartedly."

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Scott Patterson

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Maddox Kilgore both personally and professionally for over ten (10) years. He is a very sharp, intelligent and knowledgeable attorney with experience in all areas of criminal law and appeals. I wholeheartedly endorse him as an attorney and as a person."

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Robert Schnatmeier

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Maddox has an excellent reputation in the Cobb legal community. I highly recommend Maddox for anyone that needs criminal legal representation."

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J. Sharpe

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. When he was a District Attorney, we opposed each other in a murder trial. Maddox won. He did a great job. Now that he is in private practice, he has the benefit of his experience as a prosecutor when representing his clients. He'll do a great job for his clients."

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John Brocard

Criminal defense lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Maddox is a very seasoned, experienced and skilled trial lawyer and advocate. He is able to analyze and research legal issues thoroughly and apply that effort to excellent case resolutions. He also has an excellent reputation with the prosecutors and Judges he appears before. I would recommend him highly."

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James Hogan

Criminal defense lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Maddox is an outstanding attorney who has handled a variety of misdemeanor and serious criminal cases. We worked together on a few cases, and I was extremely impressed with his preparation, ability to connect with the jury, discernment, thoroughness, and tenacity. He knows how to get the most out of his witnesses and his cross-examination techniques are very effective. Although I handle some criminal matters, when someone asks me for a referral for a good criminal attorney in this area, Maddox Kilgore is the first attorney I send them to."

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Lawrence Zimmerman

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I knew Maddox when he was a prosecuting attorney, and he was then an excellent advocate for the State. However, since he became a criminal defense lawyer, he outshines every prosecutor he has a case against. From litigating motions, trials and handling appeals, Maddox has one of the sharpest legal minds around and will defend his clients vigorously. He is not afraid to represent those who are unpopular, and in every case he handles his preparation is meticulous. He is very good in front of a jury, and he has all the makings of a phenomenal lawyer. If I were arrested (let's hope not), he would be the first person I would call to defend me."

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Woodrow Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse H. Maddox Kilgore. He is one of the top attorneys in North Georgia. His reputation in the legal community is as one of the most tenacious advocates."

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Adam Hames

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Kilgore is a rare combination of intellect and common sense. With his experience in all levels of court he provides valuable insight to his clients and his fellow attorneys. If I were in trouble with the law the first person I would call would be Mr. Kilgore."

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David West

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Maddox Kilgore is a great criminal defense attorney who I have known for years. He is dedicated, hard-working and gets results. I happily endorse Maddox as someone who you can trust to do a great job in any criminal case he handles."

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Jack Klein

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Kilgore is a former prosecutor who is very well experienced in all criminal matters. He is a zealous advocate for his clients and extremely competent and is familiar with all the metro Atlanta courts."

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Kimberly Frye

Appeals lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Maddox Kilgore is an excellent appellate attorney. His trial skills are legion and form the basis for his stellar appellate work. Maddox Kilgore is a tireless advocate for his clients and always works to achieve a just result. He is well versed in both felonies and misdemeanors. You will be well served having Maddox Kilgore as your attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Partner, KILGORE & RODRIGUEZ LLC

2006 - Present

Criminal Defense Attorney, Maddox Kilgore P. C.

2000 - 2005

Assistant District Attorney, Cobb County District Attorney Office

1996 - 2000

Assistant Attorney General, Georgia Attorney General

1995 - 1996

Lawyer, Georgia Supreme Court

Associations

2017 - Present

Cobb County Bar Association

President-Elect

2006 - Present

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2016 - 2017

Cobb County Bar Association

Treasurer

2015 - 2016

Cobb County Bar Association

Secretary

2014 - 2015

Cobb County Bar Association

Trustee

2012 - 2014

Marietta Schools Foundation

President

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Mario Dorce

Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity

State of Georgia vs. J.W.

Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity

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Education

1994

Samford University, Cumberland School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Emory University

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2017

Kennesaw State University

Criminal Law

2017

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Defending the Damned

2016

Kennesaw State University

Criminal Law

2015

Kennesaw State University

Criminal Law

2014

KSU Paralegal Certification Program

Criminal Law

2014

Cobb Criminal Defense CLE

Ethics

2013

Kennesaw State University

Criminal Law

2012

Kennesaw State University

Criminal Law

2011

GACDL Winter Conference

Mental Health Defenses

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