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Cawanna Anise McMichael
also known as "CAM"
About Cawanna
Biography
Cawanna Anise McMichael “CAM” is a competent and experienced trial attorney in the West Georgia Area who has defended well over 1000 felony and misdemeanor cases in Superior, State, and Magistrate Courts throughout the State of has built a reputation as an attorney who works tirelessly to achieve the best possible results for her clients and keeps them engaged as she strategically maneuvers their case. CAM believes in transparent representation, she listens to her clients and involves them in every stage of litigation.
CAM was born and raised in Carrollton, Georgia. She is a proud Alumni of Central-Carroll High School, where her two children, Isaiah and Kai currently attend. She received her undergraduate degree in criminal justice from Nova Southeastern University in Davie Florida. She went on to attend the University of Georgia where she received her Juris Doctorate degree. CAM was very active during her matriculation on UGA Law, she clerked for US Magistrate of the Northern District of Georgia Hon. Linda T. Walker. She also interned for the United State Department of the Interior and the Georgia Capital Defenders. She began her career as zealous advocate in the Augusta Judicial Circuit as an assistant public defender. She then built a reputation for being a hardworking and trusted attorney in the West Georgia area while working as an associate attorney at Swindle Law Group. She is now the principal attorney for CAM LAW located in Carrollton, GA. CAM LAW provides premier criminal defense throughout the West Georgia area.
CAM'S way is to provide to COMPASSIONATE, AGGRESSIVE, and METICULOUS representation.
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Payment Methods
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Licensed in Georgia for 10 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
Location
CAM Law - The Law Office of Cawanna A. McMichael
202 Bradley Street E, Carrollton, GA, 30117
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Cawanna Anise McMichael's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 29 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Talema | September 5, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Attorney
My experience with Cawanna was professional, timely, and she had my case taken care of. I am so grateful and relieved she helped me close a much-needed chapter and because of her I can start a fresh one. If you need an attorney Cawanna A. McMichael at CAM Law is your best option. Thank you for al...
Posted by Kay | February 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent service
We hired Mrs. McMichael to represent our son and we were very pleased with her services. If in the future her services are needed we will definitely use her again.
Posted by Kristian | March 6, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent!!!!
CAM law handled my cases with great communication in a time effective manner. They were very thorough in making sure I understood all proceedings involved with my case. They conduct with themselves with professional excellence and but make you feel like family as well. For any other future legal matt...
Posted by anonymous | March 4, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Absolute best by far!
Just had to let everyone know what a great experience I had with CAM LAW. From beginning to end, CAM and Dawn made a very difficult situation so much better for me. So very kind , caring and compassionate! Her knowledge and professionalism goes above and beyond. I highly recommend CAM LAW if you ev...
Posted by anonymous | March 4, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best Attorney
Very professional and helpful. Would highly recommend Cam Law to anyone I know.
Cawanna Anise McMichael's Lawyer Endorsements
"I would without hesitation recommend Cawanna to represent someone who needs a lawyer. She is a fighter and she has a lot of passion for her work. I absolutely endorse her."
"Cawanna is an exceptional trial lawyer, and she obtains great results for her clients. I absolutely endorse this attorney."
"When Cawanna became the first intern at Swindle Law Group, I was amazed. To this day, I have not seen a lawyer with more God given talent than her. For instance, Cawanna wrote a brief that I argued before the Supreme Court of Georgia. This was when she was a first year law student. She has grown into a tenacious warrior of the people who is second to none."
"I had the pleasure of working with Attorney McMichael in her role as an Assistant Public Defender in the Augusta Judicial Circuit. I have nothing but the upmost respect for Attorney McMichael and her relentless advocacy for her clients. She's smart, charismatic, and compassionate about her client's best interest. I highly recommend Attorney McMichael."
"I have worked with Ms. McMichael on several cases. She is experienced, resourceful, and tenacious. I highly recommend her."
"Ms. McMichael is an excellent attorney who I have had the opportunity to work with for the past several years. She truly cares about each of her clients and works all aspects of the case from beginning to end. If you are looking for an attorney in the Carrollton area, I highly recommend her for all of your legal needs."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Rising Star - Criminal Defense, SuperLawyers
2021
Excellence in Criminal Defense, Lawyers of Distinction
2021
Top 40 Under 40 - Criminal Defense, National Trial Lawyers
2019
Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Principal Attorney, CAM Law
2018 - 2019
Attorney, Swindle Law Group
2015 - 2018
Assistant Public Defender, Law Office of the Public Defender
Associations
2019 - Present
Housing Authority for the City of CarrolltonHearing Officer
2019 - Present
Carrollton Dawnbreakers Rotary ClubMember
2019 - Present
West Georgia Chapter - UGA Alumni AssociationSecretary
2018 - Present
Carroll County Bar AssociationMember
2016 - 2018
Augusta Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. CB
Admittance to My Journey Matters Program
State v. ER
Reduced to reckless driving
State v. MM
Case Dismissed
State v. SF
Pre-trial diversion and dismissal
State v. RH
Reduced to Sexual Battery-time served with probation-sentenced as a First Offender
State v. AW
Dismissed
State v. KH
Reduced to Robbery - Probation under First Offender
Education
2015
University of Georgia School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
Nova Southeastern University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2021
News Talk Radio
Criminal Justice System and COVID
2019
General Meeting
Know Your Rights
2018
Police & The Media Panel
Police & The Media
2018
News Talk
Criminal Defense
Publications
2019
Times-Georgian
Fighting from the Homefront
2019
West Georgia Living
Standing for Justice
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers