Melvin Samuel Nash

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Melvin Samuel Nash

also known as Melvin S. Nash

4.7
10 reviews
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Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 48 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Marietta, GA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, Business ... +7 more

204 Washington Avenue N East, Marietta, GA

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About Melvin

Biography

Former prosecutor and judge, Melvin Nash is Georgia's premier criminal defense attorney.

Practice Areas

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Business 10%

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Child Abuse 10%

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Contracts and Agreements 10%

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Criminal Defense 10%

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DUI and DWI 10%

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Family 10%

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Litigation 10%

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Real Estate 10%

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Violent Crime 10%

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 48 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1977

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Melvin S. Nash

204 Washington Avenue N East, Marietta, GA, 30060

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Melvin Samuel Nash's Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by Michael Edwards | February 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Solid, Experienced Attorney & Firm

I hired Mr Nash based on a recommendation from an old friend who had used him 20 years ago after consulting with a few attorneys. After speaking with the other attorneys, it was clear that Mr Nash was considered the most experienced and well respected amongst his peers. I hired him for what we wo...uld find out later to be a difficult and complicated task requiring several years to complete. I put my faith in them and they did not let me down. He is a man of his word and despite mine being a difficult and problematic case, managed to give it his full effort, which is all I could ask. If you're looking for a well experienced attorney that knows his craft and will surprise you with the results then look no further.

Posted by JRF | May 07, 2015 | Criminal Defense

He saved my life

Mr. Nash got me out of a very embarrassing situation. The end result was nothing on my record and a small fine. Very quick response to my request for his services and quickly expedited my case. Would use him again. Highly recommend. The Best Lawyer in Georgia.

Posted by Kevin | October 24, 2013

What A Great Experience

I have worked with lawyers nationwide both professionally and personally for 30 years. In this case I needed someone for me. From my first call to the end result this staff exceeded my expectations. Not only did they do what they said, but exceeded that of my expectations. This is a caring firm that ...does not look at their clients as a revenue number. Their advise helped me save thousands and their follow up has meant much to me. These folks care and will do their best. When we bring circumstances on ourselves they can not guarantee a positive outcome. They helped me solve my situation in a possitive way because they know how to do that. Many thanks to Melvin and his staff. They are better than awsome.

Posted by Jamal | May 01, 2013 | Criminal Defense

The best lawyer in the good state of Georgia

Mr Nash is a superb lawyer and a true southern gentleman. Over the last decade he has handled a few legal matters for me and always delivered 100% on what he said he could do for me. You can not go wrong with hiring Mr Nash. He gets the job done and pushes for results. When i have mentioned his name... to other lawyers they always have the highest respect for him. Some of my legal predicaments were rather serious and as far as I am concerned he turned water into wine and mountains into mole hills!!!! All my charges were reduced or expunged. With respect to a negative review I read here.... Mr Nash has decades of experience and personal connections - he doesn't need to personally appear to get results. Yes, it is true that his services are not cheap but when It comes To electronics, vacations, automobiles, AND LAWYERS..... You get what you pay for.

Posted by anonymous | November 06, 2019 | Criminal Defense

It's a gamble.

I've talked with many others who were previous clients and there were either horrible or fantastic opinions. I was able to bargain a little, and have delt with other lawyers so I can say relatively he is a fair price. The way he gets his job done it takes a very long time for your case to finalize in... court. He gave me a number of recommendations of various things to complete before the sentence was final (in order to get me a lower penalty). I completed most of these, but once all was said and done the price of these things were greater than 2 grand, as well as bearly effected my outcome. He had little concern for my thoughts about anything (ie:not a thorough discussion of how the cop participated in some unlawful practices, as well as not accepting that I did not want the plea they were aiming for and wished for a different rout) and after close to a year I never recieved one call back, so you learn just to keep calling. Every time I saw him (which often you won't actually see him personally with you in court), he asked me how much schooling I'd completed and would praise me that I finally got a job; every time. Overall everything worked out fine. Fine as in, after much unnecessary frustration, waiting, and most importantly extra money/time spent for close to nothing, but I got a better deal than I would have without a lawyer. I hear that he has many friends in the court room so maybe it is just a matter of luck with him whether you find him most helpful, or below average. In conclusion: ehh.

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Robert Hyden

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Melvin has always been one of the staples of the legal community. Well respected and zealous in his representation, Melvin is known for his hard work and knowledge of the law. He is a hard fighter and represents his clients well."

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Ashleigh Merchant

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Melvin is a passionate advocate for his clients who knows the insides of the courtroom and can use that for his clients benefit. I highly recommend him."

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Scott Semrau

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Nash is an experienced and well-known lawyer. His practice enjoys a longstanding and solid reputation in the community."

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Angel Simpson Gillis

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Melvin Nash is one of the best criminal defense attorneys in Georgia. He knows the system inside and out and he knows how to get results. I highly recommend this attorney!"

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Bert Cohen

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Melvin Nash without reservation. He is one of the most passionate and diligent advocates for his clients that I have seen. He is a very knowledgeable and skilled trial attorney and I would have no qualms recommending him to anyone that is in need of an excellent criminal defense attorney."

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J. Treadaway

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is respected among his peers."

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Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Top Attorneys, American Registry

2019

Top Attorneys, American Registry

2018

Top Attorneys, American Registry

2017

Top Attorneys, American Registry

2016

Top Attorneys, American Registry

Work Experience

1900 - Present

Member, Law Offices of Melvin S. Nash

Associations

American Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Cobb County Bar Association

Member

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

American Bar Association

Member

Cobb County Criminal Defense Bar Association

Member

Education

1976

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1974

Georgia State University

A.B.,

Languages

English

Spanish

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