Gerald Ashland Griggs

Gerald Ashland Griggs

4.5
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 21 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Tucker, GA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Education, Entertainment

1479 Brockett Rd., Suite 301, Tucker, GA

About Gerald

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

21 years | 2,000 cases

60%
Personal Injury 20%

18 years | 50 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 21 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2004

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Gerald A. Griggs LLC

1479 Brockett Rd., Suite 301, Tucker, GA, 30084

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Gerald Ashland Griggs's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Valerie | October 07, 2013 | Education

bullying issues at grandson's elementary school, college park ga

Attorney Griggs was an excellent source of information for me and my grandson who experience bullying and sustained a really ugly bruise on his upper arm while at school at liberty point elementary school in union city ga. An appointment was made for my grandson and I to go and talk with Attorney Gr...iggs and to show the ugly bruise he sustained. My 5 year old grandson felt comfortable and confident to tell Attorney Griggs what happened to him while at school. Attorney guided us in the right direction. He gave us case law and court experiences that helped me to know the steps to take to address this matter which the principal at liberty point elementary seemingly wanted to shove under the rug. But after following the direction of Attorney Griggs there was NO way for the school to ignore the problem of bullying with my grandson. They had to acknowledge the harm done to my grandson and they had to answer to the office of department of Education for the state of Georgia about this young man. So I want to say THANK YOU Attorney Griggs for the wonderful assistance you provided me and my grandson. Thank you for staying with us on this matter until resolution was reached. I appreciate you and the wisdom of your staff for your help at a very stressful time for me concerning the harm that came to my grandson while he was at his school. God Bless and continually guide your practice to excellence in your field. In Jesus name, amen!

Posted by Derek | January 28, 2013 | Family

Impressive Attorney

I went into Mr. Griggs's office for a consultation on a legal matter. I found him online and called him without prior knowledge of his ability as a attorney. After the consultation, I found him to be a great lawyer with detailed knowledge of the law. Even though, I did not hire Mr. Griggs because I d...id not actually have a case, I will keep him as the family lawyer because I was so impressed with his ability as an attorney. If you are searching online as I was for a good attorney, give Attorney Griggs a call and you will be as impressed as I was.

Posted by anonymous | December 16, 2012 | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

HORRIBLE

As stated by another client, this lawyer comes to court unprepared and lacks knowledge of the law. He blatently lied to the judge in my case and asserted performing services that he cannot provide physical proof to substaniate. Because of his own wrongdoing, he has selectively withheld legal document...s from my case file in violation of the Georgia Supreme Court mandates. This behavior is hardly surprising. His own site lists 3000 clients in 8 years or 7.2 clients per week plus he has numerous extracurricular activities. Griggs runs his practice like a public defender but he expects the payments of seasoned litigator.Unfotunately, he does not act like a seasoned litigator. As a client, you need a firm contract with a clear listing of terms and must force him to honor it (which will be difficult). Every item should be included in detail otherwise you will have later issues. If the contact says call witnesses, list them by name and phone number in the contract and make him write a time/date of contact. I know that this sounds excessive but it is good advice based on my experience. The best advice is to take the time to find a lawyer who knows the law including case law and will do more for your money than file repeated continuances.

Posted by valerie height | November 30, 2012 | Education

Anti Bullying Attorney

This is the greatest Anti Bullying Attorney I could have ever contacted when I encountered the first episode of bullying in 2012 at a Union City GA public school. This bullying was experienced by my five year old grandson. All I knew is when this episode of bullying happened to my grandson I knew... I needed to seek legal attention on this bullying matter so that I could have the right direction to put this matter to a complete end. Immediately I called Attorney Gerald A Griggs and he answered my call. Attorney Griggs was immediately responsive to my call, he cleared his calendar to meet with me, he provided the direction I needed to get to the people I was to contact; he was knowledgeable of the matter of bullying in Atlanta Public schools and he asked that I keep him informed of my progress so that he could easily step in should I have the need for him too. I would recommend Attorney Gerald A Griggs to anyone that I come to know has a need for reliable, trustworthy, knowledgeable and responsive need of an attorney. In fact I have already referred several of my federal co-workers to this attorney for legal assistance of any kind. Thank you so kindly Attorney Gerald A Griggs and office staff for your professionalism, your ease of access to me and my family and your willingness to help me and my grandson to eliminate the bullying and hostile environment he encountered at his first public school in Union City GA.

Posted by Pezo Johnson | September 30, 2011 | Civil Rights

Attorney Griggs is fighting for the rights of the youth.

Attorney Griggs has shown that he has a passion for helping the youth around the country. His efforts of pushing the Anti Bullying law is obvious that he has a passion and a concern for our youth. I have shared various Bullying panels with him and other youth organizations and his concern for the you...th is obvious. I am the founder of POP, Poems Over Pistols youth anger management program and I have to say that when Im looking for any legal advice Attorney Griggs is the first person I call.

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Holly Waltman

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Gerald is one of those attorneys that steals the show in a courtroom. When he speaks, people listen! He is an amazing trial attorney, advocate, and community spokesman. He is attention detailed and has the respect of the judges he appears before, I endorse him 110%"

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Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Ralls

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 29

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"I endorse this talented and knowledgeable attorney, who is well-respected in the legal community."

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Eric Pitsch

Unknown lawyer | Nov 11

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Lynch

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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LeeAnne Lynch

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Gerald is a great trial attorney. If you are looking for a lawyer who will not be afraid to take your case to trial, hire Gerald. You will be glad you did."

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Christopher Leroi

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Griggs is an outstanding attorney who provides exemplary advice on Avvo. I would recommend everyone and anyone to him for representation. Even though I have been practicing fo 24 years, as a judge, magistrate, prosecutors, and in private practice, I learn valuable new information from him every day. A superb attorney."

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Civil rights lawyer | Jan 07

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jesse Davis

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly recommend Gerald, not only because of his skills as a litigator, but also because of the great passion he brings to each case. I've worked with him on several matters and know him to be a good man and excellent lawyer."

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Terri Herron

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Gerald Ashland Griggs is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Karen Kenner Scott

Unknown lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Very skilled and compassionate attorney. Excellent criminal defense attorney."

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Jason Ingraham

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Gerald is a passionate and committed advocate for his clients. He is very knowledgeable in the area of criminal defense and has the experience to back it up."

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Patrick Angel

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Parag Shah

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Dawkins

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Gerald is an outstanding lawyer. He can always be counted on to do everything in his power to ensure his clients achieve justice. I recommend him with the utmost confidence."

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Joshua Schiffer

Education lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Gerald has been a leader in the Atlanta Legal Community since before we met a few years ago in Court. His representation has led to spectacular results and he has carved out a very respectable niche as a true expert regarding the juncture of Criminal and Education law. He has earned a very loyal client base due to his excellent customer service and courtroom results. I certainly recommend and endorse Gerald as an advocate and counselor, as well as a friend and trusted colleague."

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Reid Thompson

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Gerald since I was a prosecutor and now as a fellow defense attorney and have had the pleasure of working on cases with him. He is an exceptional and talented attorney. I strongly endorse him."

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George Creal

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Gerald Griggs. He is a hard worker with a reputation for taking on tough cases, taking cases to jury trial and delivering results for his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Anti-bullying Hero Award for Community Leader, Auburn University

2013

Proclamation for Bullying Is Not Hot, City of Atlanta

Work Experience

2005 - 2007

Assistant Public Defender, Dekalb County Public Defenders Office

2005 - 2005

Assistant Public Defender, Rockdale County Public Defenders Office

Associations

2004 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

2004 - 2007

Gate City Bar Association

Member

2004 - 2007

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Jaheem Herrera Bullying Case

Georgia passed a new Anti-Bullying Law.

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Education

N/A

University of Cincinnati

law

Speaking Engagements

2012

Bullying Is Not Hot School Tour Bullying

2011

Federal Partners in Bullying Prevention Summit Bullying

2009

National Action Network Summer Conference

Crimnal Justice TownHall Meeting

Publications

2012

Atlanta Journal Constitution Atlanta Educator Prevails in Tribunal

2012

2012

Atlanta Journal and Constitution Jury gets case in DeKalb robbery murders

2010

Jet Magazine Age of Consent Not a Factor In Bishop Long Case

2009

People Magazine Bullied to Death

2009

2009

2009

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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