Licensed for 23 years

State GA

Acquired 1999

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Stefanie E. Drake

Motorcycle accident Attorney at Marietta, GA

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Motorcycle accident

35%

Stefanie Drake Burford and The Drake Firm represent individuals and bikers all over Georgia who have been injured in a motorcycle wreck or motorcycle accident. Stefanie Drake Burford has been riding her own motorcycles for 16 years. If you ave been in a motorcycle accident, you want an attorney who understands what it means to be a biker, and who will fight for you in and out of Court. Call us today!
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Car accident

20%

Stefanie Drake Burford and The Drake Firm represent individuals all over Georgia who have been injured in car wrecks or accidents, truck wrecks or accidents, and auto accidents. Call us today!
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24 years
Personal injury

15%

We are experienced in all matters involving personal injury, including car wrecks, auto accidents, trucking accidents, motorcycle accidents, wrongful death, dog bites, slip and fall accidents, and brain injury.
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24 years
Trucking accident

15%

Have you been injured in an accident with a commercial, large or semi-truck? Trucking companies have commercial insurance policies, and a different set of rules than other auto accidents. It is important to be represented by an Attorney who understands preservation of evidence, the type of evidence needed and used, and other nuances with these types of cases. Stefanie Drake Burford and The Drake Firm have been representing individuals against big trucking companies for 16 years. Call today!
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Wrongful death

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Stefanie Drake Burford and The Drake Firm represent individuals all over Georgia who have been the victim of an accident caused by another motorist. We also represent the loved ones of a victim of an auto, trucking, or motorcycle accident that resulted in their death. Call us today!
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24 years

WERE YOU INJURED IN AN AUTO, LARGE TRUCK, MOTORCYCLE, OR WORKPLACE ACCIDENT? STEFANIE DRAKE BURFORD CAN HELP!

For nearly 24 years, Injury Attorney Stefanie Drake Burford has been offering skilled, experienced and aggressive legal representation all over Georgia for those injured in auto, car, trucking, motorcycle, and workplace accidents. Stefanie also represents individuals who have lost a loved one to wrongful death. Stefanie is a registered mediator, having trained with Henning, and offers mediation for parties involved in civil and domestic cases. Stefanie and The Stefanie Drake Burford Law Group have offices in Marietta (main office) and Cedartown Georgia to serve you.

During Stefanie's tenure as a practicing attorney, she has been a prosecutor, Judge, and a civil trial attorney. Stefanie has appeared in Court and in mediation hundreds of times, and has tried many cases to a jury. She is not afraid to go to Court if that is what is necessary for the success of your injury case. For the last 24 years, Stefanie has focused her practice on helping the injured, as well as victims of personal injury, auto accidents, motorycle accidents, workers' compensation accidents, and wrongful death.

Stefanie lives in Cobb County Georgia with family. In her spare time, she enjoys riding her motorcycle, flying, boating, traveling, participating in community and charity events, and spending time with family and friends. Stefanie has dedicated her career to helping victims of accidents, and will fight for you in your time of need.

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The Stefanie Drake Burford Law Group

(770) 749-7257 Office

(770) 675-3824 Fax

(770) 749-7257 Office

127 Church Street, Suite 340

The Brumby Building at Marietta Station

Marietta, GA, 30060

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The Stefanie Drake Burford Law Group

(770) 749-7257 Office

(770) 748-3606 Fax

318 Main Street

Cedartown, GA, 30125

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Posted by Nathaniel | June 27, 2015

Wonderful lawyer

I was falsely accused of a major felony that came into my life completely out of the blue. Stefanie stepped in and got to the bottom of a very unusual case and is clearing my name. She is highly competent, extremely intelligent and not afraid of anybody or anything. Stefanie saved my life. Needless to say, she is a great person to have in your corner.

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Posted by anonymous | August 27, 2015

Excellent experience.

After consulting with several attorneys before making a choice gave us a good idea of what we liked and didn't like in an attorney. We choose Stefanie Drake and she did an excellent job for my son. She was wonderful in talking to us in a way that we understood everything. She was very knowledgeable on the laws and on the insurance claims also.her staff is excellent as well. I would highly recommend her and her practice. It was a bit of a drive for us to her office but well worth it.

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Posted by Ashley Selman | February 12, 2023

Thank You Stephanie and Melinda!

I had a terrible car accident for the first time in my life this past year. I spent 1 week in intensive care. This one visit to the ER accumulated over $200,000 in medical bills. Stephanie and Melinda made it so easy for me to understand and they walked me through the process of being sure that I received a settlement check. I was so worried that this one car accident would cause me to be in debt for the rest of my life. Stephanie and Melinda were so professional and always available to answer questions and keep me updated on everything that happened throughout my case. I received a $30,000 insurance settlement check and I did not have to pay any of the accumulated medical bills. THANK YOU for helping me when I could not help myself.

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Posted by Brittany | July 8, 2022

Amazing Firm

This firm is definitely an amazing team that helped me with my personal injury case. They worked hard for me, always communicated appropriately, and treated me so kindly. As a paralegal myself, I feel like everyone I spoke with was stellar, knowledgeable, and very nice. Melinda especially helped me so much as far as understanding the dynamics of my case and getting me the best result possible. If I ever need this service again, I will definitely reach out to this wonderful team. Thank you all again!

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Posted by Roberta | May 22, 2019

If I ever need another lawyer, Stefanie is the one!

Stefanie got me a much better offer than the insurance company alone was offering for my pain and suffering.

Posted by anonymous | August 27, 2015

Auto accident case

Stefanie worked diligently to get a quick, favorable resolution on my case. She was very easy to work with, and did a great job! Her assistant, Melinda, was very helpful and friendly, and did an excellent job of keeping me informed about my case. Overall, it was a good experience.

Posted by Gerry | August 27, 2015

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Ms. Drake and her team handled my case with the profession and class I have never experienced with another attorney. They did what they said they were going to do in every aspect of my case. They handled all my accident and insurance issues from the start and that was a great relief to me and my wife while I was under doctor's care. I have no hesitation in recommending Ms. Drake and her firm to anyone looking for legal help with a motorcycle accident.

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Posted by Marie | March 15, 2012

Highly Recommend

Stefanie was trustworthy and thorough from the very start. Her competence was excellent as was her knowledge of the law and what was best for me and my children. She is brilliant, compassionate and dedicated to ensure that the best outcome possible could be attained. She's very tough when she has to be but also very considerate and personable. I always felt that I had confidence in her and highly recommend her to anyone.

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Posted by Michelle | March 15, 2012

Excellent Attorney.

Stefanie handeld a false allegation case for us in 2012. Stefanie took the case and represented us with respect, honesty and integrity.Stefanie was and is the best choice for us!

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AVVO RATING 9.9 (Superb)

Work Experience

Municipal Court Solicitor
City of Cedartown
2014 - Present

Attorney-Member
The Stefanie Drake Burford Law Group
2005 - Present

Commissioner Chairman, District 3
Polk County
2013 - 2017

Municipal Court Judge
City of Rockmart
2004 - 2010

Assistant County Attorney
Polk County
2003 - 2005

Associate Attorney
Gammon, Anderson & McFall
2002 - 2005

Assistant District Attorney
Tallapoosa Judicial Circuit
2001 - 2002

Associate Attorney
Private Law Firm Atlanta
1999 - 2001

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Education

St. Thomas University
JD - Juris Doctor
1999

Georgia Southern University
Bachelor of Science
1996

Associations

Cobb County Bar Association
Member
2017 - Present

Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of Georgia
City Solicitor
2013 - Present

ABATE
Member
2013 - Present

7th District
Registered Domestic and Civil Mediator
2010 - Present

State of Georgia
Registered Civil and Domestic Mediator
2008 - Present

Harley Owner's Group
Member
2003 - Present

Tallapoosa Circuit Bar Association
Member Attorney
2003 - Present

State Bar of Georgia
Member
1999 - Present

Phi Alpha Delta
Lifetime Member
1998 - Present

State Bar of Georgia, Tort and Insurance Practice Section
Member
N/A

ACCG Defined Contributions Board
Board Member
2016 - 2017

Sara Hightower Regional Library
Board of Trustees-Vice Chair
2015 - 2017

Polk County Ordinance Review Committee
Board Member
2013 - 2017

Association County Commissioners of Georgia
County Commissioner
2013 - 2017

Polk County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors
Board Member-Ex Officio
2013 - 2014

Airport Committee
Chairperson
2013 - 2014

Public Safety Committee
Chairperson
2013 - 2017

CASA of Polk-Haralson Counties
Board of Directors
2013 - 2015

Tallapoosa Circuit Bar Association
President
2006 - 2007

Tallapoosa Circuit Bar Association
Treasurer/Secretary
2005 - 2006

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Languages Spoken

English

Spanish

Honors and Awards

Peer Review Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2020

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5
Martindale-Hubbell
2020

Super Lawyer
SuperLawyers
2018

Client Distinction Award
Martindale-Hubbell
2015

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5
Martindale-Hubbell
2014

County Commissioner Certification
ACCG
2014

Successful Completion of Skilled Rider's Course
Rider's Edge
2013

Georgia's Outstanding Young Lawyers
Atlanta Magazine's Super Lawyer and Rising Star Section
2009

Rising Star
Super Lawyers
2009

Leadership Polk IV
Polk County Chamber of Commerce and Developement Authority
2003

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Publications

Born To Ride Magazine
Why Do I Need UM Insurance?
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Born To Ride Magazine
Understanding The Law On L.E.D. Motorcycle Lights
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Born To Ride Magazine
The New Slowpoke Law In Georgia
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Born To Ride Magazine
An Exclusive Interview With Stefanie Drake Burford: A Serious Commitment To Georgia Bikers
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Attorney endorsements

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Given (4)

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Bridgett Bray

DUI and DWI Attorney | Mar 23
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Stefanie when I was a prosecutor and she is a very strong advocate for her clients."

Travis Newton

Criminal defense Attorney | Aug 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Jeffrey Turner

Motorcycle accident Attorney | Aug 11
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Stefanie is an excellent attorney and mediator. In my opinion, she excels at Plaintiff's work and motorcycle accidents. Top Shelf."

Minerva Blanchette

Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Stefanie. She is an aggressive and fearless advocate for her clients. She goes above and beyond to see justice served and a wonderful mentor to her peers."

Jason Swindle

Divorce and separation Attorney | Jan 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I fully endorse Stefanie in the areas of criminal defense, family law, and personal injury. Stefanie fights hard for her clients, has an extremely sharp working knowledge of the law, and is well respected by her colleagues and judges. She is a top notch lawyer in her fields of expertise."

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Criminal defense

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