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Brian Chiles Tevis
also known as Brian Tevis
About Brian
Biography
Attorney Brian Tevis aggressively defends clients charged with serious felonies (Murder, Armed Robbery, Drug Trafficking, Aggravated Assault, Felony Drug Possession and Distribution, etc.) as well as misdemeanor offenses like assault, battery, theft, shoplifting, and simple possession of marijuana. You can expect to be informed and have regular contact with Attorney Tevis as he works with you to attack the State's case throughout the entire process from your initial bond hearing to trial.
Brian graduated from the University of Georgia and later obtained his Juris Doctor from Wake Forest University's School of Law. Upon returning to Georgia he began working for the Public Defender's Office in the Atlanta Judicial Circuit defending clients charged with serious crimes at the felony level. During his time as a Public Defender, Brian represented more than a thousand clients who were charged with felonies ranging from theft and drug charges all the way up to armed robbery, rape, and murder.
After leaving the PD's office for private practice in 2010, Brian handled all of the criminal defense cases with his law firm in addition to expanding into family law/divorce, contracts cases, general litigation, and personal injury. Having practiced in countless jurisdictions across the state of Georgia, Brian gained invaluable experience and knowledge of various court personnel and procedures as well as getting to know a lot of the prosecutors along the way.
Brian returned to his home in Atlanta in 2012 and started his own practice. His primary focus is still criminal defense with some personal injury, but he still takes clients on a case by case basis in family law/divorce/child support, contract disputes, and general litigation.
When he's not busy fighting for his clients and ensuring they get the best possible representation under the law, He enjoys tailgating at Georgia games, watching SEC games, brewing beer, traveling, hiking/camping, brushing up on the latest changes in the law, and reading a lot of books.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
90%
19 years | 1,200 cases
Personal Injury
10%
16 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-33%
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Georgia for 18 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2008
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Location
The Tevis Law Firm, LLC.
101 Marietta Street NW, Suite 3325, Atlanta, GA, 30303
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Brian Chiles Tevis's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 19 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Kisler Oglesby | August 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Never been so disappointed‼️‼️
This man was paid 50k to defend my son at trial… A few days before trial… He pressured my son into taking a life sentence “PLEA” deal‼️ When weeks before he told me he had evidence my son wasn’t the shooter… Hiring him is the worst decision I ever made in life‼️
Brian Tevis
Replied last August 21, 2023We understand and are sorry you are not pleased with the outcome of your son's case. We strive for the utmost client satisfaction in every case. Whether to accept a plea or not is solely up to the defendant. The lawyer has no say in the matter. As you know, in the years prior to our representation, his co-defendants, and others, cooperated with the State and agreed to testify against him. Their testimony, along with the other evidence against him, was likely a strong factor in why he decided to accept the State's offer rather than proceed to trial and risk life without parole. Because I still represent your son in a pending matter it would not be appropriate to discuss the specifics of the case in a public forum. Please feel free to contact me directly to discuss your specific concerns.
Posted by Dernard Carter | August 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Worst lawyer hands down
Don't let these reviews fool you I'm here to tell you the truth brian tevis is the worst lawyers I have seen hands down I know public defenders that work harder than him we gave him 50k for a life sentence PLEA deal, and brian with evidence could prove my brother was not the shooter
Brian Tevis
Replied last August 21, 2023This is the same case/review as above. As I have discussed with you previously, after discussing the strengths/weaknesses of the evidence in any case, and the State's offer, with a defendant, whether to accept a plea or not is solely up to the defendant. As you know, in the years prior to our representation, his co-defendants, and others, cooperated with the State and agreed to testify against him. Their testimony that he was the shooter, along with the other evidence against him (which we are currently court-ordered not to release), as well as the informants and witnesses claiming he had taken credit for the shooting, etc. were likely a strong factor in why he decided to accept the State's offer rather than proceed to trial and risk life without parole. The plea transcript, which lays out the state's evidence and the informants' testimony, is available in the clerk's office, as is the letter from the co-defendant to the DA explaining that he wanted to cooperate with them. Because I still represent your brother in a pending matter it would not be appropriate to discuss any non-public specifics of the case in a public forum. Please feel free to contact me directly to discuss your specific concerns.
Posted by Heather | August 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Lawyer
Brian is an excellent lawyer who gets the job done! He is straightforward, accessible, and understands how stressful these situations can be. His expertise, compassion, ethics and thoroughness make him a gem in the field.
Posted by anonymous | September 8, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Attorney
Brian did a great job on my case and delivered an excellent result. He is no-nonsense, explains the options clearly, and provides excellent guidance and counsel. I would highly recommend Brian for any case.
Posted by Linda williams | January 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Criminal Case
Brian Tevis is a wonderful Attorney . When I first met him I knew he was the one . Attorney Tevis represented my Grandson Christopher on a very serious case. Throughout the duration of the case I was able to reach out to him. Attorney Tevis was always straight forward professional and compassiona...
Brian Chiles Tevis's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Mr. Tevis for nearly a decade. During this time, I have seen him outwit, outmatch, outperform, and generally dominate his adversaries. Mr. Tevis has a passion for the law and represents his clients with zeal. He is a man of integrity and outstanding character. Most importantly, however, he has an uncanny ability to sway judges and juries. I have endorsed Mr. Tevis in the practice of Criminal Law. However, I endorse Mr. Tevis in each field he currently practices, as well as any new field he wished to embark upon. As I have inferred, Mr. Tevis possesses a unique passion for the law that elevates him where others falter. I am fully confident and entirely satisfied that Mr. Tevis has the ability to enter new fields of law with the finesse of a seasoned practitioner."
"I worked with Mr. Tevis for three years. I watched him try cases, argue motions, and fight for his clients. He is creative, persistant, and effective in his approach, and I never saw one client who was unhappy with his representation. He is a talented litigator and a fantastic criminal defense attorney."
"I heartily endorse this lawyer. Mr. Tevis is an excellent attorney and I would not hesitate to hire him to represent me."
"I endorse this talented and knowledgeable attorney, who is well-respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer for criminal defense matters"
"Brian is a knowledgeable, hard working attorney who fights for his clients' rights. He's also a good guy who builds quality relationships with prosecutors, and that plays a huge role in getting good deals for clients."
"Mr. Tevis and I were co-counsel on an armed robbery case. Brian was very effective from the beginning. During the preliminary hearing he cross the lead investigator and had him to admit on the stand that our clients were innocent! I endorse this Lawyer!"
"Brian Tevis is a smart, passionate lawyer who knows the ins and out of criminal defense through years of practice. I highly recommend him."
"I fully endorse Brian Tevis as a civil and criminal lawyer. I have seen Brian in action many times in court. He has always clearly demonstrated a firm knowledge of the law, a clear way to communicate with judges and opposing counsel, and is widely known for his professionalism and high level of competence."
"Brian is an extremely motivated and hard working attorney. He has the intelligence, knowledge and passion to win any case. He is a rising star in criminal defense."
"Brian Tevis is a lawyer that I go to advice for. He has a great passion for his clients and a great knowledge of how to get the job done for you in Family Law or Criminal Law. Not only is he smart enough to graduate from a top law school, he also has a great personality to go with it,"
"Brian is a tremendously talented attorney. He has the gift of explaining complex legal terms and concepts in a simple manner and is extremely gifted when it comes to writing and arguing motions in court. He represents his clients with passion and skill. I endorse Brian without hesitation."
"I endorse Brian. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Brian is a passionate advocate for his clients. Anyone who has Brian defending them in Court is lucky to have such a skilled attorney by their side."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is the true definition of zealous advocate. Mr. Tevis works tirelessly from bond hearing, through preliminary hearings, through long investigations, motions hearings, voir dire, as well as through trial and appeal. He has handled every type of case there is and he can confidently and competently defend your Constitutional Rights. Mr. Tevis is not afraid of hard work, long hours, or fighting it out in court. His confidence and class shine in a courtroom, as is evident by the command he has over a jury. Regardless of the complexity of the case, I would trust Mr. Tevis with my life and my liberty. He will fight, and will get the best possible resolution."
"Brian is a zealous and hard-working attorney. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"Brian Tevis is a superb attorney who thinks outside of the box and provides quality representation. I'd recommend him to handle any criminal matter."
"I strongly recommend this attorney. I worked alongside him and his law firm partner briefly on a breach of contract matter, and I was impressed with his knowledge and expertise. I know him to be very diligent, and willing to go the extra mile for his clients. You are in good hands with him."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Strikeforce Award, Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2021
Top-Rated Lawyer, AVVO
2016
Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers
2014
AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2012
Top Contributor, Avvo
2007
Excellence for the Future - Trial Practice, CALI
2007
“Most Outstanding Advocate”, North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers Award
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Owner, Tevis Law Firm, LLC.
2010 - 2012
Partner, Duke and Tevis, LLC.
2008 - 2010
Attorney, Office of the Public Defender Atlanta Judicial Circuit
2007 - 2007
Clinic Student, U.S. Attorney's Office
2006 - 2006
Intern, Office of the District Attorney
2002 - 2004
MIS Computer Systems Supervisor, Scientific Games International
Associations
2008 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2008 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
2008 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
State Bar of Georgia, Young Lawyers DivisionMember
2019 - 2019
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersCo-Chair 2019 GACDL Winter Seminar
2018 - 2019
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersCo-Chairperson of the GACDL Winter Conference January 2019
2012 - 2013
State Bar of Georgia, Young Lawyers Division, Criminal Law CommitteeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Felony Murder and Aggravated Assault Dismissed
Case Dismissed at the Preliminary Hearing
Theft Charges Dismissed
Dismissed.
State v. RM - Shoplifting Dismissed
Dismissed
State v. JB
Dismissed
Gang Charges DISMISSED
Gang / Rico case DISMISSED
Rape - Dismissed before indictment
Rape
Armed Robbery, Aggravated Assault, Firearm Charges - Dismissed
Dismissed
BENCH WARRANT CANCELED
Warrant Canceled
Armed Robbery Dismissed
Dismissed.
Parole Revocation - Not Revoked
Parole Revocation - DISMISSED
RICO - DRUG TRAFFICKING ORGANIZATION
Reduced to misdemeanor reckless conduct and misdemeanor marijuana
Possession of Marijuana With Intent to Distribute - Dismissed
Dismissed
Theft by Receiving, Obstructions, False Tag to Hide Vehicle Identification
Reduced Charges, Saved Client from Deportation
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT - DISMISSED
DISMISSED
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT - DISMISSED
DISMISSED
False Imprisonment and Aggravated Assault - Dismissed
NOLLE PROSEQUI - DISMISALL
Prostitution - Dismissed
DISMISSED
Entering Auto and Credit Card Fraud in Cobb County
Bond reinstated - Case DISMISSED
Drug Trafficking in Carrollton - Dismissed
Motion to Suppress Granted - Case DISMISSED
Kidnapping and gun charges dismissed - probation plea
Kidnapping and Gun charges dismissed, Life Without Parole offer dropped, probation plea
NOT GUILTY verdict in Gwinnett County
NOT GUILTY
DEKALB - Possession of Marijuana and Obstruction - DISMISSED
DISMISSED
Clayton County Simple Battery - DISMISSED
Dismissed and sealed records.
Aggravated Assault Road Rage - Dismissed
DISMISSAL.
Trafficking LSD and MDMA Dismissed
All Charges Dismissed.
Marijuana Distribution and Firearms DISMISSED
Marijuana and guns. Illegal search. Case dismissed.
Motion to Suppress Granted in Cobb County. Methamphetamine Case Dismissed
Possession of Methamphetamine dismissed. Motion to Suppress Granted in Cobb.
RAPE charges DISMISSED. Probation.
Probation
State vs. AJ
Dismissed
NOT GUILTY ON ALL COUNTS - ARMED ROBBERY CASE
Not Guilty on All Counts
State vs. G.M
Dismissed
State vs. S.B.
Dismissed.
Personal Injury
Cash settlement
State vs. A.T.
Dismissed.
State vs. S.O.
Dismissed.
State vs. T.B.
Dismissed
State vs. A.T.
Dismissed.
State vs. QJ
Dismissed
State vs. T.J.
Dismissed
State vs. KB
Dismissed Trafficking Marijuana.
Warrant Application
Warrant Dismissed
State vs. S.H.
First Offender Probation
State vs. CB
Time served
State vs. V.P.
dismissed
State vs. VB
suspended after fine and community service
Restraining Order
dismissed
State vs. EW
Probation.
State vs. DP
misdemeanor probation.
State vs. W.A.
Time Served - probation
State vs. L.F.
Dismissed
State vs. A.T.
dismissed
State vs. R.F.
Dismissed.
State of Georgia vs. J.E.
Probation
State vs. S.E.
Charges reduced - misdemeanor probation
State vs. C.S.
Pre-trial diversion - dismissed
State of Georgia vs. M.W.
Dismissed
State vs. M.K.
Dismissal
State vs. H.M.
Suspended sentence and Misdemeanor
State vs. A.N.
DUI reduced to Reckless Driving
State vs. M.G.
Dismissed Charges and community service
State vs. K.L.
Case Dismissed
State vs. B.D.
Reduced to Disorderly Conduct
State vs. T.W.
Probation
State vs. J.B & State vs. D.B.
All charges Dismissed
State vs. C.J.
Reduced charge, reduced sentence, parol elligible
State vs. M.W.
Charges Dismissed
State vs. E.B.
Felony charges reduced to misdemeanor probation
State vs. T.B.
Misdemeanor probation accepted to resolve the case
Personal Injury Case
Recovered all of client's medical costs as well as additional money for his pain and suffering
State vs. C.K.
Dismissed
State of Georgia vs. A.H.
Case Dismissed
State vs. JN
Pre-trial diversion, case dismissed and elligible for expungement
State vs. J.F.
Reduced to Misdemeanor
State vs. M.C.
Case Dismissed - Nolle Prosequi
E.S vs. N.S.
Primary custody of her child, child support, divorce granted.
P.M. vs. J.S.
Saved client over $600 per month on child support
State of Georgia vs. R.C.
1 charge dismissed and Significantly reduced plea offer from 2 years down to probation
State of Georgia vs. C.C.
Reduced charge and probation
State of Georgia vs. B.D.
5 charges dismissed. Minimum sentence
State of Georgia vs. P.D.
Minimum sentence and remaining charges dropped
State of Georgia vs. B.M.
Reduced from felony to misdemeanor. 12 months of probation
State of Georgia vs. C.G.
Multiple charges dropped, very reduced sentence on remaining case
State of Georgia vs. D.M.
Dismissed (Nolle Prosequi)
State of Georgia vs. W.H.
Dismissed on all counts
A.R. vs. C.R.
Win. On Appeal - Summary Judgment granted in my client's favor.
State of Georgia vs. O.K.
Case Dismissed
State vs. T.C.
Statements suppressed. Kidnapping reduced and sentenced to First Offender Probation.
State vs. A.L
Motion to Suppress - Granted. Case - Dismissed
Education
2016
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2016
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2014
Georgia Association of Criminal Defese Lawyers
2014
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Completion
2013
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2012
Nuts & Bolts of Family Law
CLE
2011
DUI Boot Camp
Certificate of Completion
2010
Bill Daniel Trial Advocacy Program
Certificate of Completion
2007
Wake Forest University
Juris Doctor
2002
University of Georgia
Bachelor's of Business Administration
Speaking Engagements
2019
GACDL WINTER SEMINAR 2019
True Crime
2012
Criminal Justice Course
Using Motions to Win Your Case
2011
State of Georgia vs. T.C.
Motion to Suppress Illegal Confession
Publications
2014
Tevis Law Firm - Blog
Speedy Trial
2014
Tevis Law Firm - Blog
90 Day Rule - Indict or Release
2014
Tevis Law Firm - Blog
Left Lane Drivers
2014
Tevis Law Firm - Blog
Facebook "Evidence"
2013
Tevis Law Firm - Blog
Should You Consent to A Police Search?
2006
Wake Forest University School of Law Moot Court Problem Book Volume XXIV
"United States v. Cash" - Whether prosecution under the International Terrorist Fundraising Prohibition of the Antiterrorism and Effective Death Penalty Act of 1996 requires specific intent and whether the statute is unconstitutionally vague.
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English
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02 Dec 2022
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03 Dec 2022
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