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

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5.0 /5.0

88 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 15 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Jeff | July 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Awesome Lawyer!

Scott Cummins did a good job on my case. He and his staff were very thorough with investigating the evidence and supporting me through the case. Scott was very attentive to my concerns and responded knowledgably with supportive legal advice to all my questions. Scott was there every step of the wa...y on my case. I highly recommend The Cummins Firm for legal representation.

Posted by Ben | September 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

The BEST in GA/Coweta Co/Newnan!!!!!

Scott Cummins and Team- CHANGED MY LIFE AND SAVED MY LIFE!!! I owe a huge debt of service and gratitude to the Cummins Firm. They are professional in all aspects of law, processes, & procedure for their clients and what they encounter along the way. They were phenomenal in handling my personal inj...ury case, over the past couple years, that recently closed. They've helped others in my family and extended family, come to reasonable outcomes and conclusions with some various criminal cases. Scott Cummins knows all angles, because he's held all pertinent positions under the legal system. The oppositional sides fear Scott and are usually forced to put their "hat in hand", or make other arrangements/pleas. Class acts, Experienced, Well-rounded, Timely, Thorough, & Affordable!!! They give YOU- (the client) -a chance (s) to speak your mind, give input, and they'll always be transparent/up-front about what your choice (s) OR what they are before proceeding toward a selected path. I recommend Mr. Cummins as a TOP candidate for any and all areas of law practiced. Thanks, BB

Posted by anonymous | April 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Exceeded my expectations

Scott Cummins provided legal advice and guidance to my daughter after she was struck broadside by another driver. The at-fault driver attempted to pass a tractor trailer truck illegally. This moment of poor judgment caused an accident that left my daughter with both serious back and head injuries. Th...ese injuries are traumatic enough that she will need to deal with the pain and recovery for years to come. The Stemberger & Cummins Law Firm made sure the Insurance Company of the at-fault driver paid for all past and future medical expenses by pursuing a satisfactory settlement. I found Mr. Cummins to be experienced, responsive, knowledgeable and honest as he dealt with my daughter’s needs. I would highly recommend Mr. Cummins to anyone seeking legal representation that is fair, honest and will keep your best interest at the forefront. Mr. Cummins’s level of expertise and professionalism surpassed even my greatest expectations. Aside from his obvious skill and remarkable success rate, Mr. Cummins is genuinely committed to his clients. With each challenge and circumstance that arose, he gave practical advice and supplied the necessary information to allow my daughter and I to make informed decisions. He guided us through the long and daunting legal process, yet never lost his sense of humor or patience despite our frequent inquiries. He provided a support system and served as a mentor to my daughter as the case weaved its way through the legal and medical process. I requested of him early in the development of this case that I expected the same level of representation as he would give to his own daughter. Mr. Cummins exceeded my expectations. I believe lawyers like Mr. Cummins are truly and exceptionally rare. It goes without saying, I would never hesitate to use or refer his outstanding services.

Posted by LF | September 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

DUI / Open Container / FTML / Distracted Driving

I recently got arrested for the above listed charges. Scott was the first person I called because I knew from others experiences with him, that he was the BEST lawyer for my case. Scott worked vigorously with the prosecutor to get my charges reduced and was successful in doing so. My fines were subst...antially reduced & although I plead guilty to the DUI due to undeniable evidence, Scott was able to have 2/4 charges dismissed and I was able to plead NOLO to the open container. This is turn saved me points on my license, money upfront, and money in the long run with my insurance company. This also reduced my time in jail which I was most thankful for. Scott was very detailed and explained everything to me in layman's terms.. I never once had a question that he did not answer clearly and concisely. He reviewed my evidence with me and made 100 percent sure that I knew what I was agreeing to before I took the stand with him. I felt fully prepared and substantially less nervous with his guidance. I recommend him wholeheartedly.

Posted by Debbie | November 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Very organized, determined and honest. Highly recommend!

My daughter was dealing with 2 situations. One was violation of felony first offenders probation and a 3rd DUI. Scott Cummins was recommended to us by another lawyer and friends as the "best lawyer in the Coweta county" which I'm sure he would be "the best" in any county! Scott took on our case with ...an urgency, working hard to get all the information and facts very quickly. He was honest and upfront with us. He told us step by step how the process would work. He told us based on his experience what he expected could/could not happen. He kept us updated throughout the case which we appreciated. Our daughter was facing 2 years in prison so we were very nervous and scared. Scott reassured us and made us feel as at ease as possible considering the circumstances. We had a few family members and friends speak on our daughters behalf in court and they all were very impressed with Scott too. He explained everything in detail and was very organized. He was willing and determined to do all he could to get our daughter the best outcome. She ended up only serving 2 months in jail which was already served before court and he got her into the DUI court and got other charges dropped and lessened. We are so thankful for Scott, he saved our daughter from what could have been a horrible outcome!! We would highly recommend Scott Cummins!

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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

Criminal defense lawyer

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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

Criminal defense lawyer

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Josh Thacker

Criminal defense lawyer

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K.P. Reddy

Employment and labor lawyer

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Randy Slater

Personal injury lawyer

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Briant Mildenhall

Personal injury lawyer

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Bill Stemberger

Personal injury lawyer

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Diona Potter

Entertainment lawyer

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Jeffrey Heller

Criminal defense lawyer

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Paul Sieg

Entertainment lawyer

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Matthew Berry

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Jason Swindle

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Prater

Criminal defense lawyer

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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