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Christopher “Doc” Upshaw is an Associate at Sanchez Hayes & Associates, LLC, where he assists with the firm’s criminal, civil litigation, and employment practice. The bulk of Mr. Upshaw’s practice is devoted to criminal defense, where he defends the rights of the accused in municipal, state, superior, and federal courts throughout Georgia. In addition, Mr. Upshaw devotes substantial time to state and federal civil litigation such as contract disputes, police brutality, false arrest, excessive force, and various employment matters.
Mr. Upshaw received his J.D. from Tulane University School of Law in New Orleans, Louisiana. While at Tulane, Mr. Upshaw was the Director of the Criminal Division of the Tulane University Legal Assistance Program. In that capacity, Mr. Upshaw provided free and low cost legal services to criminal defendants in and around New Orleans. During that time, Mr. Upshaw also practiced with the Tulane Civil Litigation Clinic where he represented plaintiffs in need of affordable housing. Mr. Upshaw received his B.A. in Political Science and Spanish from the University of Alabama. At Alabama, Mr. Upshaw was a member of the University Honors Program and the Blount Undergraduate Initiative.
In his free time, Doc enjoys spending time with his wife and dog, and watching Alabama Football
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Acquired: 2015
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1015 Tyrone Rd Ste 620, Tyrone, GA, 30290-2407
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Posted by Jenifer | June 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Doc Upshaw is THE BEST!!!!
I researched and spoke to several different attorney’s in my area for some pretty serious traffic citations my daughter received after 3 months of having her license. Doc was the only attorney who insisted on speaking with her in person. After meeting with him, my husband and I quickly decided we wou...
Posted by anonymous | June 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Very Pleased
My lawyer (s) did a way better job than I expected I was very pleased with ending and all thanks to them. I couldn't of gotten out of my mess without their help and I can't thank them enough for everything. They made a promise to me and my family and they kept it through out the process. That is why...
Posted by Gail | April 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Satisfied Mom
We contacted Sanchez Hayes & Associates in November 2017 to help with a VOP case regarding our son. Christopher Upshaw was the lawyer assigned to our case. From the start to finish he was informative and honest. Our son was stopped for texting and driving. He was arrested for a violation of probation...
Posted by Jacqueline | November 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Absolutely The Best!!
Attorney Upshaw “Doc” is an amazing attorney who truly goes beyond the call of duty. He did all he said he would and then some. He knows the law and did an awesome job representing my fiancé. When I came to Doc it was looking really grim and I was feeling hopeless and Doc gave me back hope. He fought...
"Ambitious, impressive and dedicated to his clients - Doc is an excellent addition to the Fayette Criminal Defense Bar."
"I highly recommend Doc. He genuinely cares about his clients and fights on their behalf to obtain the best possible outcome for their criminal cases. Doc is very knowledgeable regarding the current legal issues in criminal law. He maintains great communication with his clients."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Doc is a conscientious and passionate attorney who works tirelessly to defend his clients. He has produced phenomenal results in some very difficult cases. You will be glad you hired him!"
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2015 - Present
Associate, Sanchez Hayes & Associates
2015 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2015 - Present
Fayette County Bar Association
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