Sara Elizabeth Gheesling

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Sara Elizabeth Gheesling

4.9
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 15 years

Juvenile law Lawyer at Roswell, GA
Practice Areas: Juvenile, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

1425 Market Blvd., Suite 530-234, Roswell, GA

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About Sara

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 35%

35%
Juvenile Law 35%

35%
DUI and DWI 30%

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2023 2022
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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 15 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2010

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Sara Gheesling

1425 Market Blvd., Suite 530-234, Roswell, GA, 30076

Sara Elizabeth Gheesling's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

79 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 28 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by anonymous | April 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DUI reduced to reckless driving

Over a year ago I was arrested for a DUI. The fear, disappointment, and uncertainty of my future were at the very top of my mind. A few days after my arrest I met Sara and had my consultation. She immediately set my mind at ease and helped me understand all of my options. These feelings I was experie...ncing started to soften in my mind. Throughout the year I sat before sentencing Sara checked in on me and updated me when anything was needed for my case. Sara helped me get my charge reduced to reckless driving and stood by me during every step in this process. If you are in a similar situation and experiencing any of these feelings and fear I was, you should hire Sara. She is kind, incredibly smart, and will be such a strong advocate for you. I do not want to begin to think what may have happened if I took another route and did not hire Sara. Thank you, Sara for your unwavering support and faith in me.

Posted by Frank I. | October 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Aggressive Driving Defense

I had the misfortune of being cited for aggressive driving. The charge could have resulted in loss of employment. Sara worked with not only me, but the Milton Court system on getting a reduced charge to lane violation. Throughout the process she used a calming and caring approach to myself and my cas...e. I would highly recommend her in all of your misfortunes. Highly compassionate, approachable professional! Thank you Sara!

Posted by John | October 10, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Sara – God sent

I wouldn’t have been able to survive this ordeal, without losing my sanity, after getting my first DUI at 55, without Sara's guidance, expert advice and super quick responses. Sara Gheesling is the most amazing attorney. Detailed guidance from day one, staring with the first time we spoke, she made m...e feel at ease, then supported me every step of the way, guiding me on how to be prepared, what to get done before the court date, how to respond to the judge, how to follow-up and the list is never-ending. My questions were endless, but Sara was so patient and helped me calm down and also answered all my questions. I pray to God no one every goes through this ordeal, it is not worth drinking and driving. Sara has extensive expertise, knowledge and knows the court processes inside and out. Also all the court personnel respect her a lot, including the solicitors, judge and even officers at the PPS. Sara, May God Bless you, always, for being such a wonderful person, a life saver and helping everyone who reach out to you, to the best of your ability and taking the worry out of everything. I HIGHLY recommend SARA. THANKS…

Posted by silviu | August 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Best DUI lawyer

This was my first time ever getting a DUI, at 41 and with a CDL it was a BIG NO and a eye opener, but with the help of Sara Gheesling and her team from Lawson and Berry Attorneys at Law, my life and my situation definitely got handled, specially my DUI got reduced because I was instructed to do all ...my classes and community service ahead of time. This is and will be a once in a life time mistake for me and I’ve learned a lot from it, but the situation got handled in the most professional ways and I did not have to do much but follow simple instructions. With this being said, you can always count on them to do the job right.

Posted by CP | July 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DUI and Probation Dropped!

Sara is an amazing attorney. When I revived my DUI, I did a lot of research and found Sara! Sara is extremely bright and was very attentive to answer all of my questions. Sara was able to get my DUI dropped to reckless driving and my probation dropped completely! I would highly recommend Sara to anyo...ne!

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Sara Elizabeth Gheesling's Lawyer Endorsements

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A. Paul Ghanouni

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Sara joined our firm about a year and a half ago as an Associate Attorney. She has done an awesome job as a member of our team. In our representation feedback calls with clients, she receives top notch feedback from clients. We couldn't be happier to have her as a member of our team that we can trust to help our firm's clients!"

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Nathaniel Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"From what I know of Ms. Gheesling, I am confident she has the experience and tenacity necessary to fight for her clients and to give them the advice best suited to their situations."

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Jason McLendon

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sara is an exceptional lawyer who is well respected in the legal community."

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Ryan Schwartz

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sara is a very competent attorney. As a prosecutor, I had the opportunity to see her skills and abilities firsthand. She has valuable insight and is held in high regard not only by me but by other attorneys in the Atlanta legal community."

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Michael Cognata

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 31

Relationship: Other

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Mr. Barber is a giant in the community and quite expert at what she does. She cares for every one of her clientele."

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Akiva Goldman

Unknown lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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William Kemp

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sarah Gheesling is a talented and zealous advocate for her DUI and criminal defense clients. Her knowledge of the law and friendly demeanor are strong assets in defending her clients' cases, and she has a good reputation among local prosecutors and judges. I would recommend Sara to help you and your family with your legal needs."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Sara. She is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Kevin Fisher

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Gheesling is truly a great lawyer. She works tirelessly for her clients and does not take "no" for an answer. She understands criminal defense fully and knows how to get great results for her clients."

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Kimberly Berry

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Gheesling is a fantastic attorney. She impresses me with her ability to make innovative and winning legal arguments. She has a lot of compassion for her clients and fights hard for them. I have seen her get great results on some very difficult cases."

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Richard Lawson

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I fully endorse Attorney Sara Gheesling. She is an excellent advocate for her clients. She is a hard worker and has exceptional negociation skills. She is an an excellent student of the law, fully versed in criminal defense and DUI defense techniques. I also know that she cares very deeply for her clients. She strives to get all of her clients the best possible outcome, no matter the circumstance. You are in good hands with her on your side."

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Steven Jackson

Personal injury lawyer

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Nathaniel Smith

Unknown lawyer

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Ryan Schwartz

Criminal defense lawyer

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William Kemp

Unknown lawyer

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Kimberly Berry

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

N/A

Scholarship, Law School Association Council

N/A

Scholarship, Georgia Chapter Women's Council of Realtors

N/A

Advanced Certification, Westlaw

N/A

Advanced Certification, LexisNexis

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Owner/Attorney, The Law Office of Sara Gheesling

2017 - 2020

Attorney, Ghanouni Teen & Young Adult Defense Firm

2010 - 2011

Associate, The Franco Law Firm

2009 - 2009

Summer Associate, A. Hillier Branson & Associates

2009 - 2009

Summer Research Assistant, The Wright Firm

2008 - 2008

Summer Associate, The Franco Law Firm

2006 - 2006

Real Estate Post-Closer, Lancaster & McKillip, PC

Associations

2011 - Present

United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia

Admitted

2010 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Admitted

2007 - Present

Business Law Society

Member

State of Georgia

Notary Public

2010 - 2010

Robert E. Merhige, Jr. National Environmental Negotiation Competition

Competitor

2008 - 2010

ABA Negotiations Team

Training Chairperson, Member

2008 - 2009

Oconee Middle School Mentor Program

Mentor

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. A

Dismissed

State v. K

Dismissed

State v. H

Not Guilty

State vs. B

Bench warrant vacated and bond reinstated

State vs. G

DUI reduced to Reckless Driving

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Education

2010

University of Georgia School of Law

JD

2006

University of Georgia, Terry College of Business

BBA

Languages

English

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