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James Robert Dutton
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Having successfully defended hundreds of clients in criminal cases all over the state of Georgia you will be in good hands with me on your side.
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Licensed in Georgia for 11 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2014
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James R. Dutton, Attorney at Law
113 E. Solomon Str., Griffin, GA, 30223
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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | DUI & DWI
Posted by anonymous | April 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Saved my butt!
I had a bit of a break down after I hired James thinking what did I pay you all of this money for?! Up until my court date I was so anxious even though he and his team tried to put me at ease, its hard! James was able to get me a great plea bargain deal and was able to put my whole situation behind m...
Posted by Kenzie | April 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Excellent
Mr. Dutton helped me Oooh sooo much with my DUI charges. He's very smart and professional with his work. Will be recommending him to everyone who needs a good lawyer!
James Robert Dutton's Lawyer Endorsements
"James is a conscientious attorney that is dedicated to the needs of his clients. I handle family law and James handles criminal law. On several occasions I have worked with James with the same client who has both family and criminal law issues. James is exceptionally intelligent, but he is also very practical and gives his clients solid legal advice. He has an outstanding reputation in our legal community."
"I worked with Mr. Dutton when I opposed him as a prosecutor, and I know him as a fellow lawyer in the community. He is honest, informed, and effective for his clients. I have referred cases to him knowing that the clients will be in good hands."
"Professional, dedicated, and outspoken for his clients--exactly what you want when you walk in the courtroom. Always a pleasure working with Mr. Dutton."
"Mr. Dutton is a detail oriented, goal-driven attorney. He demonstrates persistence and dedication to all cases, diligently working to meet the wants and needs of his clients."
"James is a very driven attorney, with his clients and their needs clearly being his top priority. He demonstrates a strong passion for the outcome of all of his cases, which really makes all the difference in his work ethic and relationships with his clients."
"James is a talented and passionate litigator and goes above and beyond for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a man of character and integrity who has a genuine concern for his clients welfare."
"As a fellow criminal defense attorney, I have worked closely with James on several occasions. I have always been impressed with the personal connection James builds with his clients and the exceptional level of competence and professionalism he possesses."
Jody Sellers
Criminal defense lawyer
Debra Dutton
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Josh Thacker
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Experience
Honors
2014
Highest Pro Bono Honors, Georgia State University College of Law
2013
Kaplan Bar Review Scholarship, Kaplan
2012
Honor Court Nominee, Georgia State University Student Bar Association
2012
Dan Sweat Scholarship, Georgia State University's Andrew Young school of Policy Studies
2010
Catherine Henson Scholarship, Georgia State University
2010
Outstanding Delegate Award, Georgia State University MUN
2010
Honoree, Omicron Delta Epsilon Economics Honors Society of Georgia State University
2010
Economics Award, Georgia State University's Andrew Young School of Policy Studies
2010
Summa Cum Laude, Georgia State University
2009
Outstanding Delegate Award, Georgia State University MUN
2000
7 Eagle Palms, Boy Scouts of America
1999
Gremmels Hausen Gymnäsüm Congress- Bundestag Scholarship, United States Congress/German Bundestag
1998
Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Owner and Founder, James R. Dutton, Attorney at Law
2015 - 2016
Assistant Public Defender, Griffin Circuit Public Defenders Office
2015 - 2016
Conflict Attorney, Clayton County Conflict Office
2013 - 2013
Legal Intern, Office of the Georgia State Long-term Care Ombudsman
2013 - 2013
Legal Intern, City Of Atlanta Department Of Law
2012 - 2013
Graduate Research Assistant, Georgia State University's Andrew Young School of Policy Studies
2011 - 2012
Graduate Research Assistant, Georgia State University College Of Law
2010 - 2015
Associate, Thacker Dutton, LLC
Associations
2016 - Present
Spalding County Bar AssociationPresident
2014 - Present
Clayton County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
State Bar of Georgia, Young Lawyers DivisionMember
2012 - Present
Georgia State University Student Government AssociationEx Officio President
2011 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
2011 - Present
J. Reuben Clark Law SocietyFounding Member; GSU Law School
2011 - Present
Christians United for IsraelMedia Relations
2010 - Present
Federalist SocietyMember
2012 - 2013
Georgia State University Student Government AssociationCollege of Law Head Senator
2010 - 2012
Georgia State University Student Government AssociationPresident
2010 - 2012
Atlanta Downtown Neighborhood AssociationEx Officio Board Member
2010 - 2012
the Atlanta District II Leadership CommitteeMember
2002 - 2004
Netherlands Amsterdam MissionElder
Sample of Legal Cases
State of Gergia vs. Mr. B
case dismissed!
Education
2014
Georgia State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2013
Georgia State University's Andrew Young School of Policy Studies
MA - Masters
2010
Georgia State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2005
Gordon College
Associates of Science
Speaking Engagements
2012
Georgia State University Constitution Day
The Future of the US Constitution
2011
Georgia State University Constitution Day
The US Constitution
Languages
Afrikaans
Dutch
German
English
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Q&A
What will show up on my driving record after I have completed diversion for a DUI?
31 Aug 2016
Q&A
Visa interview: F1 student asked to get a drug test due to prior to DUI. Possibly will test positive for THC.
31 Aug 2016
Q&A
What does charge dismissed or disposed of mean?
31 Aug 2016