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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 Jeraud | October 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Highly Recommended
Christopher "Doc" Upshaw did a great job of handling my criminal case. I was able to retain Doc at very short notice and he was able to work with me to get my issue resolved. I knew I was not guilty against the charges filed against me and "Doc" made sure that the courts knew it too. I highly reco...
Posted by anonymous | July 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Using any other representative would be a mistake
I give Doc Upshaw my highest recommendation. From our first meeting to our last, he was professional, prompt, and gave great advice. He did everything possible to make sure I got the best outcome. He is an expert at maneuvering the legal system and minimizing the impact of whatever consequences you m...
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...
"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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