Josh W. Thacker

Josh W. Thacker

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 23 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Griffin, GA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

113 East Solomon Street, Suite A, PO Box 256, Griffin, GA

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Licensed in Georgia for 23 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2002

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Josh W. Thacker, Attorney at Law

113 East Solomon Street, Suite A, PO Box 256, Griffin, GA, 30224

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Josh W. Thacker's Reviews

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64 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Hannah | July 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Simply the BEST

I got myself stuck in a sticky situation driving someone else's car. I only had to go to court once which is where I met Josh for the first time. He sat WITH me instead of with all the attorneys up in the front and talked to me as an understanding friend rather than an attorney with a full schedule. ...My phone conversations were never cut short and I was always the one to hang up first. And at the end of the day, my case was DISMISSED. My case could have potentially gone to a jury trial, and Josh assured me he was more than ready and I had no reason to worry about those implications. I don't know where I would be today, possibly jail, if I never hired Josh and his team. He is by far the most professional person I have ever met in this field and while I hope to never have legal troubles such as this again, I will certainly not hesitate to call him or his firm the moment I need them. I can't thank you guys enough!

Posted by anonymous | July 02, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great attorney!

I cannot say enough good things about Josh, Bridget and his staff. From start to finish my case was handled very professional and considering the stress involved that is saying a lot. Whatever Josh gives you as homework or advice, do it. He will be there with you every step of the way communicating a...nd supporting you. He fights for you. He does not like to lose and he is very knowledgeable. Highly recommended. Thank you Josh and Bridget

Posted by James | February 25, 2015

If experience and knowledge count, Josh is your man

I needed help with a matter outside my general practice area and Josh was quick to step in and save the day. I couldn't give him a stronger endorsement!

Posted by Jamie | January 13, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Worth every penny!!

Unfortunately, we ran into some legal issues with our teenage son that required help from an attorney. After meeting with several different attorneys, we chose the law office of Josh Thacker. It was clearly the best choice. Considering the circumstances surrounding my son's issues, we could not have ...asked for better representation. Josh was always available to answer questions, or just provide a pep talk to my son. If not for this attorney and his staff, I would not be able to hug my son every day. Even to this day, their office is available to answer any questions we have. I would recommend Josh and Bridgett to anyone. (Here's hoping that we never need legal defense again, but if we do....Josh will definitely be our choice.)

Posted by anonymous | January 08, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Amazing personal service from a first class lawfirm

Josh Thacker and his staff did an amazing job handling our case! They kept us informed and made sure we knew what was going on with our case at all times. He was very well prepared when we went to before the judge and made it as quick and easy as possible! They even kept our case open afterward to ma...ke sure everything was filed properly so we would never have to worry about it again! I really appreciate the personal service they gave our family!

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Josh W. Thacker's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jose' Guzman

Unknown lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse Josh Thacker. I've seen him work in the courtroom and he is agile, quick on his feet and aggressive when it comes to representing his clients. I had the pleasure of working alongside him in a criminal matter and I saw firsthand his command of the rules and case law and how he used his knowledge to benefit the client. You will get professional and knowledgable representation if you hire Josh Thacker."

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Todd Harding

Unknown lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Josh W. Thacker is an excellent criminal defense attorney and I highly recommend his legal services. Josh and I have shared the same building for our offices since 2008. In that time frame I have seen him, and his staff, handle each case and client with a high level of professionalism, care, and dedication."

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James Dutton

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. If experience and knowledge count, then he gets a perfect 10/10."

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Debra Dutton

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer and recommend to his office. Mr. Thacker is a skilled and professional attorney. He is honest and hard working."

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Lance Owen

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I regularly refer my civil clients with criminal issues to Mr. Thacker. He has demonstrated a superior level of competence and regularly obtains favorable results for my clients."

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Scott Cummins

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Josh and I were on opposing sides years ago when he was a D.A. , and I found him to be an excellent advocate . Since then I have seen him in Court many times as a Defense Lawyer , and he has gotten even better , and does a very good job for his clients . I highly endorse Josh . Sincerely , D.Scott Cummins"

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Jordan Van Matre

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Josh for a number of years. As a prosecutor he was always one of the better attorneys to work with. You will not be disappointed if you hire him."

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D. Sessions

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Josh is a hardworking, smart, and compassionate attorney that I wholeheartedly endorse. Josh has committed himself to doing everything that it takes to challenge difficult DUI and criminal cases. If you are looking for an attorney that is willing to go to bat for you and your future, call Josh Thacker."

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Jody Sellers

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"There are few attorneys who can live up to the ideals and expectations clients have and deserve, but Josh is one of those rare few. Whether negotiating with the prosecutor, speaking with officers, or fighting for his clients in trial, Josh is always giving 100% for his clients. When the chips are down, Josh is the type of attorney that you want in your corner."

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Walter Moore

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Josh is by far one one of the best lawyers in Georgia. He specialized in Criminal Law and is not one of those attorneys that settles a client's case with the district attorney. He brings everything to the table. He vigorously represents his clients. He uses every aspect of the law to the client's advantage and dominates the Courtroom. I am a criminal defense attorney myself. As an up and coming attorney myself, I will go to several Courts and look at their calendars to find out when he has a trial. Then, I arrange my day around his cases in order to watch him in action. There are many excellent criminal defense attorneys in this area. Josh is one of the best. He is well respected throughout the judicial system. His results speak for himself. If a client decides to hire him, they will have the best representation. He goes above and beyond to achieve his client's goals. After opening my own firm, I look at his work to learn and grow. Josh Thacker is genuinely a sought after attorney."

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Daniel Hiatt

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"Josh Thacker is a great lawyer who has represented both a relative of mine and a neighbor, both with highly favorable outcomes. He is accessible, professional, and takes great care of his clients."

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Robert English

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Thacker is an excellent trial attorney. He is highly committed to his clients and cases. He gets results."

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Joseph Key

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Josh for over a decade and worked with him on many cases. Josh and his Staff are Compassionate, Trustworthy, Knowledgeable, Professional, and Highly Ethical. They clearly build relationships with each and every client."

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Frank Gomez

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Josh is an excellent attorney who truly cares about his clients. Josh attends numerous DUI seminars and training to improve on his vast knowledge of DUI law."

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Suesan Miller

Criminal defense lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Josh is a great lawyer, who truly cares about each and every client that walks through his door."

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Talal Ghosheh

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Josh is an excellent attorney and achieves stellar results for his clients!"

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Sole Practicioner, Josh W. Thacker, Attorney at Law

2007 - 2007

Assistant District Attorney, District Attorney's Office, Coweta Judicial Circuit

2001 - 2006

Assistant District Attorney, District Attorney's Office, Griffin Judicial Circuit

Associations

2007 - Present

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2007 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2007 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Dozier v. Hanes (304 Ga.App. 572)

Client unlawfully taken license was returned!

Wilson v. State (270 Ga.App. 311)

The community was protected from a predator

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Education

2014

National Criminal Defense College at Mercer University - Walter F. George School of Law

Certificate of Completion

2001

John Marshall (Atlanta)

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

University of Georgia

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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