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Ashleigh Bartkus Merchant
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Ashleigh, originally from Florida, now resides inMarietta, Georgia with her husband and their two daughters.
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Licensed in Georgia for 21 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2004
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The Merchant Law Firm, P.C.
701 Whitlock Avenue NW, Suite J43, Marietta, GA, 30064
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Posted by Marion | September 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best lawyer ever!!
I hired Ashley to defend my husband in a serious case. Hiring Ashley has been the best decision we could have ever made. She is very knowledgeable, very devoted and always keeps me up to date with what is going on with my husbands case. She is literally available to you 24/7. Ashley is so kind and ca...
Posted by Ricky | February 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
This Lady is a Beast In the Courtroom.
I hired Mrs. Merchant for a DUI case and from day 1 I felt more than confident with my choice. Even though she's a Florida Gator and I was a gator hater, she had me doing the chomp today. NOT Guilty was the verdict she got me. The state had plenty of evidence so it wasn't just a closed book case. ...
Posted by Tony | January 27, 2011 | Criminal Defense
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Ashleigh Merchant is like a Super Hero!!! I have checked her ratings, and i know she is one of the best attorneys in the U.S., and has many client. However, she is so organized, and devoted to her clients, no one takes a backseat, and she gets results better than i have seen. When i thought my life a...
Posted by anonymous | May 04, 2010 | Criminal Defense
Great Lawyer
Ms. Merchant got my burglary case dismissed. She never tried to pressure me into a plea and she always believed in me and my innocence. She spent a lot of time talking to all the witnesses and was always prepared and always knew more about my case than anyone else, including the state.
Ashleigh Bartkus Merchant's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ashleigh Merchant is the ultimate champion of Constitutional rights. She gives hope to those who are afraid they have no chance at freedom. She is one of the best defense attorneys in the entire state of Georgia. She takes time to get to know her clients and never gives up fighting for them. No one knows the law or the courtroom better than Ashleigh. I'm proud to endorse her."
"I have worked with Ashleigh on a number of cases. She is one of the most tenacious lawyers I know. Ashleigh is hard-working, highly intelligent, and dogged in her pursuit of getting the right results for her clients. I would not hesitate to recommend Ashleigh to any of my friends or family. She will do a great job."
"I highly endorse Mrs. Merchant. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact her for help."
"Ashley is one smartest and best lawyers in practice today. Skilled in trial, negotiations and preparation for trial. Truly a formidable adversary I endorse this lawyer without reservation"
"I had the pleasure of working with Ashleigh on an aggravated stalking case. She could not have been more helpful and without her assistance my client would have received at least five years in custody. After the case was over, the client plead to straight probation on a very bad fact pattern. Ashleigh is a brilliant attorney. She has a unique skill set of both brains and charisma. I would recommend her for anyone charged with a serious felony in Georgia."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ashleigh is razor sharp, knows the law and how to get the best results for her clients. Highly respected by judges, prosecutors and fellow attorneys. She handles appeals for attorneys who have lost their cases. Enough said."
"I endorse Ashleigh Merchant. She is well respected by her peers and a fierce advocate for her clients!"
"I endorse Attorney Ashleigh Merchant. I have gotten to know Ashleigh some from her expert advice on HLN. It is clear she is dedicated to serving those in need and her clients. It's rare that lawyers spend so much valuable time helping the community and I applaud her for doing it to such a great level. Kudos."
"Ashleigh is a confident, prepared and thorough litigator and appellate practice attorney. I commend her services, and have called upon her to assist clients with post-conviction appeals on multiple occasions. As a bonus, she is a delightful person."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ashleigh is one of the best criminal appeals lawyers I have ever had the pleasure of working with. I highly endorse her."
"When it comes to aggressive criminal defense, Ashleigh Merchant is as good as it gets. She is known for toughness, passion, and keen technical understanding of criminal law."
"Ashleigh Merchant is not only highly experienced and capable, but she is very passionate about her work. She is extremely knowledgable about procedure and knows what it takes to win a case. She has obtained unparalleled results for her clients time and time again. I enjoy working with Ashleigh and highly recommend her as an attorney."
"I have seen Ashleigh in action on several occasions, and her zealous representation and care for her clients is one that I admire. She is extremely knowledgeable of the law and uses this knowledge in her exemplary litigation on each of her cases. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"Ashleigh is a dedicated advocate who works tirelessly for her clients. I endorse her as a criminal defense attorney and would recommend her to anyone looking for representation."
"Ashleigh is an outstanding lawyer and advocate. She is devoted to her clients and is an avid defender of people's constitutional rights. Ashleigh is my go-to lawyer whenever I have procedural and/or substantive legal questions."
"I endorse Ashleigh. She is a nationally known and well respected criminal defense lawyer with a reputation for aggressively defending her clients."
"Ashleigh Merchant is a highly skilled and knowledgeable criminal defense attorney. Her quest for the best resolutions for her clients, coupled with her drive and ability make her a stellar lawyer. I highly endorse her."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"Ashleigh is a talented and experienced attorney who aggressively represents her clients' legal interests. She is a dedicated professional who is committed to client communication. Ashleigh is a zealous advocate for her clients. I endorse and highly recommend Ashleigh to represent you for your criminal defense, DUI, and appellate needs."
"Ashleigh is one of the most talented, aggressive, and compassionate attorneys I have ever met. If someone in my own family found themselves charged with a crime, I would send them straight to Ashleigh. Truly outstanding."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Rising Star, Georgia Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Top Lawyer Under 40, Fulton Daily Report
2012
Legal Elite, Georgia Trend Magazine
2011
Legal Elite, Georgia Trend Magazine
2010
2010 Legal Elite, Georgia Trend
2007
Employee of the Quarter, Fulton County Public Defender
2003
First Place, Herbert Weschler National Criminal Law Moot Court
2003
Third Best Oralist, Herbert Weschler National Criminal Law Moot Court
Work Experience
2005 - 2009
Staff Attorney, Fulton County Office of the Public Defender, Atlanta Judicial Circuit
2004 - 2005
Staff Attorney, Metro Conflict Defender
2003 - 2004
, Southern Center for Humans Rights
Associations
2015 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersCo-Chair, Legislative Committee
2009 - Present
Cobb County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Cobb County Bar Association, Criminal Defense SectionMember
2004 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
2003 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysMember
2015 - 2016
Cobb County Bar Association, Criminal Defense SectionPresident
2014 - 2015
Cobb County Bar Association, Criminal Defense SectionPresident-Elect
2013 - 2014
Cobb County Bar Association, Criminal Defense SectionSecretary
2010 - 2011
Homeowners AssociationVice President
2002 - 2003
Justice Campbell Thornal Moot Court BoardMoot Court Member
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. RN
Not Guilty Verdict
State v. Bunn
State Not Allowed to Prosecute
State v. AC
Not Guilty
State v. HC
All Charges Dismissed
State v. TM
Not Guilty on 6 of 7 felony counts
State v. VG
Overturned trial judge's decision
State v. TC
Not Guilty
State v. TC
Not Guilty Jury Verdict
State v. Ward
Felony Conviction Overturned and Ward released
State of Florida v. Traci Grosvenor
Overturned Murder Conviction
State v. HW
Negotiated a Great Deal
State v. AC
Not Guilty At Jury Trial
State v. DE
Negotiated a Great Deal During Trial
TC
Negotiated a Great Deal During Trial
State v. TS
Charges Dismissed by Judge During Jury Trial
State v. JD
Not Guilty At Jury Trial
State v. JM
All Charges Dismissed After Three Days of Trial
State v. KR
Not Guilty At Jury Trial
State v. EA
Prosecutor Barred from Trying Client
State v. CF
Murder Charges Dismissed
Education
2003
University of Florida
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
University of Florida
Bachelors of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Monthly Meeting
First Amendment and Criminal Defense
2016
Fall Conference
Creative Discovery Techniques
2016
Annual Conference
Media Training for Lawyers
2015
Spring Conference
Getting Evidence After Trial
2015
Defending DUI Cases
DUI
2014
State Bar of Georgia
Civil Rights Litigation
2013
Annual DUI Seminar
DUI
2012
Winning Trial Strategies
Criminal Defense
2012
Lawyering in the Round
Criminal Defense
2011
Immigration Consequences of Criminal Law
Criminal Defense
2011
Fulton County
New Attorney Training
2011
Continuing Legal Education
Paroles and Pardons
2011
Advanced Criminal Practice
Advanced Criminal Practice
2010
Institute of Continuing Legal Education
Georgia Appellate Practice
2009
Continuing Legal Education
New Attorney Orientation
2008
Continuing Legal Education
Keeping Clients Happy
2004
Continuing Legal Education
Demurrers and Motions to Dismiss
Publications
2011
Atlanta Journal Constitution
AJC
2010
Atlanta Journal Constitution
AJC - State v. Bunn
2010
Atlanta Journal Constitution
AJC - Unjust Mandatory Minimums
Languages
English
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