Theo M. Sereebutra

Theo M. Sereebutra

4.9
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 29 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Dallas, GA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Personal Injury

229 Buchanan St, Dallas, GA

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 29 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1996

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Henrickson & Sereebutra

229 Buchanan St, Dallas, GA, 30132

Henrickson & Sereebutra

100 Galleria Pkwy, Ste. 975, Atlanta, GA, 30339

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Theo M. Sereebutra's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

56 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Compassion

Posted by anonymous | January 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Thoughtful and Efficient

Mr. Sereebutra and his associates kept me updated every step of the way throughout my case. When I was feeling hopeless, he encouraged me. I completed a pre-trial diversion for my case, and I could not be happier to have had the opportunity to set myself straight. I am extremely grateful for his serv...ices.

Posted by anonymous | August 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Saved My Life

If you are faced with a legal situation that can negatively impact or even ruin your life, call Theo Sereebutra right now. Theo is a straight shooter and tells you like it is. He does not sugar coat anything and clearly explains the pros and cons of your situation from the lens of a former Prosecut...or as well as a Criminal Defense Attorney. Trust me, you need that type of honest perspective. Theo lays out a strategic plan of defense and provides necessary expectations so that you are never in the dark about anything. I was previously granted a 12 Month Stalking Protective Order against someone. Less than one year after the Order expired, this person knowingly filed a false TPO against me. Sadly, our judicial system allows for this type of abuse of process. When it comes to TPOs, you need to know that anyone can lie on you for whatever reason and be granted a TPO. As such, I knew I was dealing with a very serious matter and had to find not just any attorney but the best attorney. My situation was complicated because I had a very short window to retain an attorney (11 days to be exact). After speaking with several attorneys, it was clear that most would not even touch a TPO case because they assume that it’s too difficult to get it dismissed. And in many cases, this is true. However, once I spoke to Theo, I knew he was the best and only attorney for me. Theo saw right through the false and preposterous claims and went to work building my defense. I had always maintained meticulous records, and Theo let me know exactly what was needed. He and I first spoke on a Friday, and by Monday evening, he was already deep into my case. I was suffering great distress and had trouble sleeping because of the malicious lies. Theo was so concerned about my lack of sleep that he called me to provide some reassurances. What attorney has this much compassion? Staying in touch with Theo was very easy, as he was available by phone and email. If he was out of the office, his wonderful Legal Assistant, Marijo, relayed my concerns in a timely manner. The communication was exceptional, and Theo always explained matters without overwhelming me with legal jargon. The day of the hearing, I arrived early at the Courthouse, and Theo was already there waiting for me. He wasn’t asking last-minute questions, shuffling through paperwork, or going over evidence; he was extraordinarily prepared. His cool and calm demeanor brought a sense of peace to me. In Court, Theo was so masterful that I didn’t even have to speak at the hearing. Through his cross examination, he totally shredded the false TPO and exposed the lies. He even proved that this person had committed acts that were arrestable offenses. The TPO was rightfully dismissed, and as promised, Theo followed through by making sure that I received all applicable paperwork, including the all-important Order of Denial for a TPO signed by the Judge. If you are facing a legal situation, especially due to malicious lies, please take it seriously. You can lose everything, including your freedom, your home, your career, your family, and your reputation. Theo understands and will fight for your defense as if he was fighting for his own life. Had I not had Theo as my attorney, my life would have been ruined. Do not ever risk going into a courtroom with just any attorney. You need an experienced and caring attorney like Theo who is going to explore every avenue to defend you and obtain justice for you. From the initial consultation to the actual hearing and everything in between, Theo was the consummate professional. He was a Godsend and a lifesaver. In legal circles, I imagine that he is considered an attorney’s attorney. While I never thought that I would need a Criminal Defense Attorney in my lifetime, I am so thankful to have found Theo Sereebutra.

Posted by anonymous | March 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Minor Child - Terroristic Threats

Our child was detained by the police for terroristic threats at school. We reached out to some pretty well known names/friends in the Georgia government and lawyers that we know to help us retain a lawyer with our child's case, and we were given the name of Mr. Sereebutra. Mr. Sereebutra was professi...onal and easy to understand. He does not talk over your head and explains in detail what is happening now and what to expect in the future with your case. We walked out of his office with some relief and we let him take the wheel. We have never had any legal issues in our family before so this was scary but Mr. Sereebutra aka Theo took care of everything and assured us that this will all work out and it did. His staff was amazing and very competent and kept everything confidential since our child is a minor. We hope we don't have to recommend him to anyone we know and yet I highly recommend him to anyone reading this post. I write this with the sincerest gratitude for his work in making us comfortable and getting the best outcome for our child. From beginning to end everything was completed in 2 months.

Posted by anonymous | February 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

OUR "PERRY MASON" ATTORNEY

We hired Theo in October 2016 to defend our grandson who was charged with numerous felony counts that could have resulted in more than 20 years in prison. Theo worked thru February 2018 and we just secured a much lesser sentence for the lad. Theo was understanding and patience thru the process and wh...en the final court appearance arrived just last week he did a brilliant HAIL MARY PLAY which we discussed beforehand and approved. Theo was able to keep our grandson out of prison and as he was given a much lesser sentence by the judge. I truly appreciate the time and effort that Theo gave to this case and would highly recommend him to anyone who is in need of a truly great attorney. Thank You Theo on behalf of our family.

Posted by anonymous | February 18, 2015 | Criminal Defense

The Worse

I retained Mr. Serrabuttra to handle a criminal matter for me in Paulding County and the first day that I seen this man in person was when we went to court for a plea. He talks about being a former prosecutor in Paulding Co. and how that helps him there. Not once leading up to my plea did Mr. Serra...buttra ask me my side of the story. He did not care. To me all he was concerned with was the $6500 I paid him for this matter. In my opinion he is the worse lawyer you could get to represent you in any matter. He is not professional or courteous.

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Theo M. Sereebutra's Lawyer Endorsements

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Charles Sereebutra

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Family member

"Theo has a compassion for helping others. God has blessed Theo with the character, strength and heart to fight the good fight for those in need of justice."

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Marc Robinson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Theo is a very talented attorney. Very knowledgeable as to the law and very quick on his feet in court. Consistently getting great outcomes for his clients. If I needed legal representation, I would not hesitate to call Theo."

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Thomas Melanson

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"Having worked with Theo on numerous criminal matters, I can personally attest to his thorough and meticulous approach, as well as experience and skill in the courtroom."

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Allen Knox

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Sereebutra is a very intelligent, knowledgeable lawyer with an excellent courtroom demeanor. He has the knowledge and experience needed to be effective on any criminal case in the State of Georgia."

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Member, America's Top 100 Attorneys

2019

Featured Attorney, Lawyers of Distinction

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Partner, Henrickson & Sereebutra

2002 - 2005

Assistant District Attorney, Paulding County Superior Court / Paulding Judicial Circuit

2001 - 2002

Assistant District Attorney, Tallapoosa Judicial Circuit

2000 - 2001

Litigation Associate, Mozley, Finlayson & Loggins, LLP

1999 - 2000

Assistant District Attorney, Tallapoosa Judicial Circuit

1997 - 1998

Assistant District Attorney, Waycross Judicial Circuit

Associations

1996 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

Supreme Court of Georgia

Admitted

Georgia Court of Appeals

Admitted

Georgia Court of Appeals

Admitted

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Cobb County Bar Association

Member

Federal Court of the Northern District of Georgia

Admitted

Paulding County Bar Association

Member

Education

1996

Emory University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

University of the South

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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