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Teri L. Thompson
also known as Teri Lee Thompson
About Teri
Biography
Teri Thompson, the founder and owner of the LAW OFFICE OF TERI THOMPSON, LLC, has been a practicing attorney for over 25 years and has been a member of the State Bar of Georgia since 1992. She has extensive litigation experience in criminal matters, ranging from juvenile matters to capital felonies. From misdemeanors to the death penalty, she has a proven ability to analyze, investigate, and litigate with extraordinary advocacy in the face of the most demanding pressures.
Driven to serve others, Teri has represented an outstanding number of 21 men and women facing the death penalty throughout the State of Georgia. She currently assists other death penalty attorneys in the representation of their clients. She has also represented political prisoners and performs extensive pro bono work in her community and across the country.
Teri is admitted to the United States Supreme Court, the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, the United States District Court for the Middle District of Georgia, and the United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia. She is also admitted to the Supreme Court of Georgia and the Georgia Court of Appeals.
A native of Montgomery, Alabama, Teri volunteers extensively in her community and was recognized in 2012 for her service and dedication to humanity by the Public Interest Law Society at John Marshall Law School.
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Licensed in Georgia for 33 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1992
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Location
TERI THOMPSON, LLC
2330 Scenic Highway, Snellville, GA, 30078
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Posted by anonymous | June 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney
She's a good lawyer
My family hired her and for the most part she was a good lawyer. But she drags her feet when the distance of her correspondence is great.
Teri Thompson
Replied last June 13, 2017I am so glad you had a good experience with my firm!! Next time please make sure you get my cell number so that you can always access me 24/7!
Teri L. Thompson's Lawyer Endorsements
"Teri is one of the best defense attorneys I've seen in the courtroom and definitely someone I model my own career and practice after. I highly endorse her for anyone seeking help in Juvenile, Superior, or Federal Court."
"Teri is fierce in the courtroom and completely brilliant. She's definitely someone you want in your corner!"
"Teri is a competent, passionate and dedicated lawyer. She works hard to obtain great results for her clients. She is diligent and always prepared."
"I endorse this lawyer. Teri was a great partner to have on an intense, high stakes case. She was a steady, aggressive and prepared litigator in the courtroom. If she is your lawyer, you are in great hands!"
"Teri is a friend and a colleague. We have worked together on a case in federal court and I have seen how hard working and conscientious she is. She will fight diligently to win your case. I recommend her."
"Teri is an exceptional lawyer. She is highly conscientious and always thoroughly prepared. Her approach and dedication to the interests of her clients is exemplary. Her most admirable trait as a lawyer is her steadfast belief in and commitment to the principle that everyone deserves to have their day and their say in court. She truly is a gifted advocate and anyone in need of legal services would be well-served by her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Teri is an experienced trial attorney who obtains great results for her clients because she is very bright and genuinely cares about them. I highly recommend her to anyone facing serious criminal charges."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2012
Certificate, Public Interest Award, John Marshall Law School
2010
A Living Legend Award, The Lady & Her Legacy
2009
Legal Review Committee Award, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Stone Mountain-Lithonia Alumnae Chapter
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Adjunct Professor, American Intercontinental University
1992 - Present
Owner, TERI THOMPSON, LLC
2016 - 2017
Of Counsel, Dwight L. Thomas, P.C.
2015 - 2017
Volunteer Attorney, Clemency Project, 2014
2007 - 2009
Partner, Jenerson & Thompson, P.C.
2005 - 2012
Senior Trial Attorney, Office Of The Georgia Capital Defender
2002 - 2003
Adjunct Instructor, American Intercontinental University
1994 - 1998
Senior Staff Attorney, Georgia Department of Corrections
1991 - 1991
Law Clerk, he Honorable Isaac Jenrette, Judge, Fulton County Superior Court
Associations
2019 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersArea 5 Vice President
2017 - Present
National Alumnae Association of Spelman CollegeLife Member
2015 - Present
John Marshall Law School Board of DirectorsLiaison, Alumni Board Member
2012 - Present
John Marshall Law School Alumni BoardChair, Student Liaison Committee
2012 - Present
DeKalb CASAVolunteer
2008 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysDeath Penalty Committee Member
2005 - Present
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Stone Mountain-Lithonia Alumnae ChapterLife Member, Former Chair, Legal Review Committee
1992 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Atlanta RegionMember, Mental Health Committee
1992 - Present
Georgia Association of Black Women AttorneysMember
Sample of Legal Cases
In the Interest of M.C.
Remand
USA v. Mutulu Shakur (Black Panther Party)
State of Georgia v. Freddie Hilton (Black Panther Party)
Education
1991
John Marshall (Atlanta)
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
Spelman College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
Morehouse College Social Justice Debates - US National Championship
Critical Race Theory and the First Amendment
2017
Morehouse College Social Justice Debates
Transformative Justice
2016
Warriors Weekend Workshop
Defending the Legacy of Our Political Prisoners
2016
Activism
Seize the Time: Freedom Now Conference
2015
Youth Day
Youth Day
2007
Youth Legal Symposium
What You Don't Know Can Hurt You
2007
Women's Empowerment Opportunity Project
From a Woman's Perspective
2007
Community Law Symposium
Community Law Symposium
Publications
2017
www.steelcaskets.net
War on Crime
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
Why would my stepson TPM change from Nov 2018 to No Decision?
28 Sep 2017
Q&A
What should I do when I go to juvenile court for a simply battery charge?
30 Sep 2017
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I been arrested yesterday for stealing from my job 1100 in kohls cash they let me go but I do need a lawyer ?
21 Sep 2017