Scott Cummins

Scott Cummins

also known as D. Scott Cummins

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 40 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Newnan, GA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Criminal Defense ... +2 more

75 Jackson Street, Suite 402, Newnan, GA

About Scott

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 30%

Scott Cummins is dedicated to helping accident victims battle big insurance companies. Hundreds of happy clients & settlement awards say the same thing: one of West Georgia's best personal injury attorneys. We Can Help You, Call Us & We'll Prove It

30%
Car Accident 25%

We have experience in all types of car accident cases, from minor scrapes & scratches to life-changing catastrophic injuries. As a former traffic court Judge & Prosecutor, Scott knows exactly how to make sure you get compensated fairly.

25%
Criminal Defense 20%

Scott works tirelessly to defend citizens who are accused of breaking the law. We are proud to protect our citizens' rights to an attorney when dealing with criminal cases, from traffic citations and misdemeanors to felony charges.

20%
DUI and DWI 15%

When you are faced with serious charges, hiring an experienced attorney can be the difference between a lighter sentence and a life sentence. We Can Help You, Call Us & We'll Prove It

15%
Motorcycle Accident 10%

Motorcycles have a far higher rate of serious and fatal accidents than any other vehicle, and your lawyer's knowledge can be critical to getting enough money to compensate you for your injuries or loss. We Can Help You, Call Us & We'll Prove It

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 40 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1985

Active Member in Good Standing

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Location

The Cummins Firm

75 Jackson Street, Suite 402, Newnan, GA, 30263

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Scott Cummins's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

89 Client Reviews

Showing 66 - 70 of 89 reviews

Posted by anonymous | June 29, 2015

Only the Best

We were very fortunate to have met Scott. His perseverance and personal touch were very comforting. He never gave up and continually sought to get us the best care you could have from a lawyer. We can't thank him enough for all he did. Thanks again, Mr. Cummins!

Posted by Jared | May 19, 2015 | Personal Injury

You won't regret hiring Scott Cummins!

I chose to hire Scott for my personal injury case, after a recommendation from a friend and I am so glad I did. He was upfront and thorough about everything the case could possibly consist of during the first consultation and he kept at it diligently until the end. Scott's attention to detail through...out the case and his due diligence, really helped me through a lot of anxiety because I knew he was still working hard for me. If you want an attorney who will go the extra mile for you, hire Scott Cummins. You will be glad you did!

Posted by Curtis | May 12, 2015 | Trucking Accident

Excellent work on auto accident settlement!

Scott Cummins worked extremely hard for us on our truck accident case, and got us a great settlement. The insurance company initially offered only $10k, and made lots of arguments about whose fault the accident was and whether or not the accident caused our back injuries, but Scott kept fighting an...d got us a good settlement without the extra costs and unknowns of a jury trial. Scott and his office staff are thorough and persistent, and will do a good job for anybody who wants to fight the insurance company on their accident case.

Posted by anonymous | March 29, 2015 | Criminal Defense

THE BEST OF THE BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Where do I begin? We are 1000 miles away, literally! My brother got into some big trouble down there in Georgia. We did know how he was going to get him out of this. We hired a lawyer in a rush to get him out on bail and back home without doing much research and I was later unsatisfied. I prayed to ...God that he would send someone to help my brother and as I researched lawyers day and night! I found Mr. Cummins. He had just faced charges up here and then got into trouble down there; we did not know how we were going to get him out of this one. Initially we there were only two charges a felony (burglary) and a misdemeanor. Later another felony charge where he faced up to 15 years in prison. This was his second offense, when I tell you this was a disaster, this was the worst. He was able to get my brother probation. Can you believe that? PROBATION!!!! Every lawyer I spoke with in o many words said it was impossible, that he would go t prison for the charges he was up against. I called and talked to Scott and told him our situation and he made me feel secure from the first day we spoke. He was ready to get started on the case and the plan he had to get the best result for my brother. Scott and his team are VERY professional, HARD working, RESPECTED in the community and about his BUSINESS! We love his paralegal Michelle, she was great! I also I could go on and on about Scott. WHATEVER THE PRICE……PAYYYYYY. THIS IS THE CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY YOU WANT ON YOUR SIDE. EVERYTHING YOU CAN SAY AMAZING ABOUT A LAWYER IS SCOTT CUMMINS!

Posted by Elisa | September 29, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Absolutely the Best!

I speak from experience when I say that Scott Cummins is an amazing attorney and well respected in the courtroom. Scott doesn't just take your money and stand with you while you accept your punishment, he works hard to have your charges dismissed and that is exactly what he achieved for me. Scott is ...compassionate and nonjudgmental and put me at ease during this stressful time. I could go on and on but the truth is words cannot express how grateful I am to have had Scott represent me, because of him I got my life back.

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Scott Cummins's Lawyer Endorsements

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Stacey Flynn

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scott knows his stuff and has the respect of the judges and fellow lawyers in the area. He’s always well prepared, friendly, a good listener and a hard worker for his clients. I’ve never seen him have an off day in court - a true professional in every sense of the word."

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Jason Swindle

Criminal defense lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I consider Scott a good friend and an excellent criminal defense attorney. He has a rare combination of thorough legal knowledge with sharp courtroom demeanor that serves his clients well. I strongly recommend Scott Cummins."

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Gregory Willis

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Scott is well known for fighting hard and getting great results for his clients. His experience and knowledge of DUI law translate into impressive representation in court. Scott is an excellent, well-respected DUI lawyer that I highly recommend."

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Charles Cauble

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scott is truly an elite advocate who fights for each and every one of his clients. Scott leaves no stone unturned in pursing justice for those he represents. He takes each case personally and dedicates himself like few other attorneys will. If I found myself in trouble, Scott would be the first attorney I would call."

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Josh Thacker

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Scott for many years. I spent several years as a prosecutor and worked against him regularly. Scott was always prepared, and did a great job protecting his clients. Now I watch him as a fellow defense attorney and he continues to do an excellent job. I highly recommend Scott."

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K.P. Reddy

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Starosciak

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scott is an outstanding attorney who works relentlessly on his clients' cases to ensure they receive a fair result. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing quality legal representation."

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Michael Rethinger

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Highly Recommended."

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Bill Stemberger

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Co-worker

"Scott's hard work and advocacy skills have produced positive results for hundreds of clients over more than 25 years. He is an excellent attorney and law partner."

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Paul Sieg

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeffrey Heller

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Smart attorney. Strong advocate for his clients. I endorse Scott."

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Diona Potter

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scott's many years of experience and strong attention to detail are advantages for his clients. I endorse his work."

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Matthew Berry

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Scott, and would feel comfortable referring a client to him."

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Robert Prater

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Friend

"I have known Scott since the two of us were young lawyers here in Newnan. I refer all felony calls to him. He is diligent, creative and gets results for the people I have referred to him. He is well respected in our law enforcement community and in both the District Attorneys Office and the Solicitors Office for professional and thorough zealous advocacy for his clients."

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Danielle Sewell

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Frank Gomez

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Gregory Willis

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Charles Cauble

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Josh Thacker

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Bill Stemberger

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Diona Potter

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Jeffrey Heller

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Paul Sieg

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Jason Swindle

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Best Lawyers in America Honoree, Best Lawyers in America

2021

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Rated 10/10, Avvo

2021

Legal Elite, Georgia Trend Magazine

2021

Super Lawyers Honoree, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyers Honoree, Super Lawyers

2020

Rated 10/10, Avvo

2020

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Super Lawyers Honoree, Super Lawyers

2019

Legal Elite Honoree, Georgia Trend Magazine

2018

Super Lawyers Honoree, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Legal Elite, Georgia Trend Magazine

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Georgia Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2014

Legal Elite, Georgia Trend Magazine

2013

Legal Elite, Georgia Trend Magazine

2012

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Legal Elite, Georgia Trend Magazine

2010

Certification, Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Attorney, The Cummins Firm

2001 - 2021

Partner, Stemberger & Cummins, P.C.

1998 - 2004

Judge, Franklin City Court

1998 - 2004

Judge, City of Whitesburg

1992 - 2004

Judge, City of Senoia

1991 - 1992

Solicitor, Municipal Court of Tyrone, Georgia

1990 - 1991

Legal Counsel, Newnan Country Club

1987 - 1993

Judge, Luthersville Municipal Court

1986 - 1988

Assistant Solicitor, Coweta State Court

Associations

2012 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2012 - Present

Georgia Defenders of DUI Drivers

Member

1990 - Present

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1985 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1985 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

2002 - 2005

Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce

Chairman, Labor Day Road Race

2001 - 2004

Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce

Member, Board of Directors

1994 - 1995

Newnan Kiwanis Club

President

1991 - 1992

Newnan-Coweta County Bar Associations

President

1990 - 1991

Newnan-Coweta County Bar Associations

Treasurer

1988 - 1991

United Way of Coweta County

Member, Board of Directors

1985 - 2012

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Education

1985

Mercer University - Walter F. George School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

Emory University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2005

Respect for Law Banquet

The Law & You: Know Your Rights

Languages

English

Spanish

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