Janis Francesca Mann

Janis Francesca Mann

also known as Janis Chandler

4.1
Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 18 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Newnan, GA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

15 Perry St., Suite 327, Newnan, GA

About Janis

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

Criminal Defense: Both at the trial level and in the post-conviction arena

19 years | 2,500 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 18 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2007

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Mann Law Group

15 Perry St., Suite 327, Newnan, GA, 30263

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Janis Francesca Mann's Reviews

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4.1 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by Damien | October 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

She gets the JOB DONE

I HAD a LENGTHY SENTENCE, I hired Miss Mann and she did her due diligence from day ONE by driving hours to have a face to face conversation with me, Miss Mann took the information that was given and aggressively put together a defensive plan. Miss Mann was very informative by way of setting up confer...ence calls to explain every tactic she was performing to make my situation better. It wasn't pretty but Miss Mann stayed in the fight to get the results that I desired FREEDOM. I've been home 2 days now, and she is still guiding me through the maze. I don't care about funds bc I paid several other attorneys in FULL that wouldn't even drive to a prison to see a new client, what I care about is the dedication, drive, and most of all fighting for my life as if it was her life. Miss Mann NEVER GAVE UP ON ME. GOD really worked through Miss Mann and I consider her an Angel sent from GOD MY LAWYER for LIFE. I highly RECOMMEND Miss JANIS MANN!

Posted by Diaz | April 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The people's advocate

Ms Mann is just an exceptional human being she really cares for her clients .. when you feel all hope is lost in the justice system she will continue to fight when you've given up on it all she's still fighting for you !! I strongly recommend her services .. you want an attorney thats always in your... corner and doesn't except no's from the prosecutors hire attorney Janis Mann !! You won't be disappointed!!

Posted by Christina | June 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Freedom Fighter

Janis makes it happen. I had ten years straight. No parole eligibility. She just got my sentence modified and 3 years early I'm out of prison. She helped get me into a recovery program and treats me like we known each other for years. She called me regular at the prison and took care of out of state ...charges too!!! She is the best thing to happen to me in a long time. Best lawyer I've ever had !

Posted by anonymous | February 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Taken advantage of ... Not a good experience for me an my loved one ...

How to describe this attorney money hungry an someone whom makes promises before looking at a client's case takes money before finding out if anything can be done an treats lil things you can do yourself as if a high price tag I basically paid $2,263 for case papers an was told there are no grounds o...n my LO case when his whole sentencing is wrong anyways if you would have done same research I have done you would know this so what are you really license for if your so scared to dig into things an get to the bottom of this some attorney you are for someone whom is done his time but needs his sentencing fixed in order to not rot in jail an someone whom doesn't read case papers or transcripts taken there time throughout this what a waste of time ... hope others realize an don't fall for what I did very disappointed... I don't believe you tried u just gave up an failed us may God be with u ...

Posted by Michelle | February 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

God sent me an angel

After 11 yrs of expensive failed attorneys, I thought I would have to serve the 30yr life sentence given to me until my mom met Janis. She is the only lawyer after having 3, who got my sentence reduced and sent to the TC. She is so passionate, dedicated and compassionate and is still working to get m...e home early. She is the epitome of what a DEFENSE attorney should be. All of the other lawyers took my money and did the bare minimum. Not Janis she worked so hard until she got the results we wanted. She is forever my angel from heaven and I thank God for her everyday.

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Janis Francesca Mann's Lawyer Endorsements

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Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 09

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Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

Honors

2007

Pro Bono Honors Award, Georgia State University College of Law

2006

Scholarship Recipient, Public Interest Law Association at Georgia State University College of Law

2005

Scholarship Recipient, Public Interest Law Association at Georgia State University College of Law

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Managing Attorney, The Mann Law Group (f/k/a Chandler Law)

2007 - 2016

Assistant Public Defender, Dekalb County Public Defender's Office

Associations

2018 - Present

Georgia Justice Reform Partnership

Member

2017 - Present

National Incarceration Association

Legal Counsel

2017 - Present

National Incarceration Association

Member of Board of Directors

2016 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2007 - Present

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2010 - 2016

DeKalb County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Georgia v. J.T.D.

My young client is eligible for parole, instead of life in prison.

State of Georgia v. P.L.D.

Thirteen year old's adult case moved to juvenile court, with therapeutic sanctions.

State of Georgia v. R.M.C.

Parolee released on time; avoided additional 2 years.

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Education

2007

Georgia State University College of Law

Juris Doctorate

2004

Georgia State University

Bachelor of Arts: Philosophy and Religious Studies

Speaking Engagements

2018

Supporting Families Impacted by Incarceration

"You Are Promoted" (re. family members becoming advocates for the incarcerated)

Languages

English

Activity

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