Joyce Lynise Neal

Joyce Lynise Neal

1.9
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 21 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, Debt Collection ... +2 more

191 Peachtree Street, Suite 3300, Atlanta, GA

About Joyce

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 45%

If you are injured in an automobile accident due to the negligence of another, we are here to ensure that you are properly compensated for your medical bills, pain and suffering, and undue hardships caused to your every day life. Allow us to fight the insurance company for you. We will fight to secure the monetary settlement you deserve, whether it can be done through negotiation or if it requires us to fight the insurance company at trial. We will fight for you.

29 years

45%
Criminal Defense 30%

We handle all manner of criminal matters from DUI to murder. Whether you are charged with a traffic ticket, or a misdemeanor, or a felony, we are here to guide you through the court system and fight to ensure the best possible result for your particular case.

24 years

30%
Debt Collection 10%

If creditors are dodging your efforts to collect the debt rightfully due to you, please allow us to utilize every remedy under Georgia Law to assist you in the collection of your debt.

15 years

10%
Family 10%

Divorce and co-parenting can be emotionally taxing and the law in that error can be daunting to a lay person. Allow us to make sure you receive the divorce settlement you deserve and also allow us to ensure that the best parenting plan is attained. We care about our clients and their children and will fight to ensure their best interest prevail in a court of law.

15 years

10%
Entertainment 5%

We provide mainly contract review, legal advising, and negotiation services to our entertainment clientele. Please allow us to make sure the legal side of your entertainment career is in sound, working order.

16 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 21 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2004

Active Member in Good Standing

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Location

Law Offices of Joyce Lynise Neal

191 Peachtree Street, Suite 3300, Atlanta, GA, 30303

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Joyce Lynise Neal's Reviews

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1.9 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ranecia | October 04, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Disheartening

I attended Dekalb County court for a civil matter. I rose my hand to ask a question during a break and the marshal motioned for me to ask my question. Judge Joyce Neal was unaware that the marshal told me to ask my question and then humiliated me ranting about how it is improper to shout out and in...sinuated that I was ignorant. She also stated that she was getting agitated because she had been at work for 8 hours straight during her rant. When it was time for my case I said for clarity your Marshall told me to ask my question and that it was disheartening that she would insinuate that I was ignorant. I was expecting an apology but instead she humiliated me further saying that I was speaking too loudly and asked me if I like to be in a holding cell. She mocked me and belittled me further by saying use your inside voice. This was extremely cowardly as of course I could not reply. I was speaking extremely calm and kind and did nothing wrong. I can’t believe that judges can conduct themselves this way.

Posted by Amy | November 02, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Do NOT Hire

I hire Joyce Neal for a personal injury case. BIG regret. She never ever returns calls, filed my paperwork months after she said she did and was rude and short when I came in for a meeting. She looks tired and overworked (I guess) because she certainly didnt have energy for my case.

Posted by Al | June 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

A Disappointed Dad

Good Morning All: I would like to terminate my contract and consult with Bell Washington effective immediately. I understand you are all busy, but after signing with you, I feel that I have not received legal attention on my personal matters as it was discussed on the initial phone call and in... the interview in person. My girls were being abused by their Mother when I reached out to you in December 2016, and all I could get from you was how we did not have a court date yet. Because of my sense of urgency, I reached out to my own personal contact (my sister-in-law who is a 2L) and she was actually responsible for getting the ball rolling for me to have custody of my daughters in January. As of today, 05/17/2017, we still have not heard from you on a final resolution to the temporary court order, plus we don't have a court date. I have not received any financial support from my kid's mother, and she only abided by the visitation arrangement once. Meanwhile, I have had the extra stress of being laid off from my job as of 3/31/17. It was very disturbing and heartbreaking to know that I had a court date and I didn't know about it, because I was not informed by my representation. Once again it was my sister-in-law who took action on 5/14/17 and informed me that my case was dismissed on 3/06/2017. I have called your office serval times since 5/14/17, and have yet to receive a call back. It is unprofessional that I was not kept up to date on the status of my case and it is obvious that my legal issues are not a priority to you. If you were unable to manage my case, I would have appreciated the courtesy of being informed so that I could make an intelligent decision about whether to proceed with someone else. As of 5/17/2017, I am requesting to terminate our agreement. A Disappointed Dad,

Posted by anonymous | October 25, 2011

Excellent legal counselor that has your best interest!!!

Joyce Neal is simply the best. I was referred to her by a friend of mine, and she acted quickly due to the situation. I recommend Joyce Neal to anyone that is in need of Legal counseling. Your questions will get answered, and most importantly you will receive positive results. If you are in need of a...ny legal advice Joyce Neal is your best option.

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Zulma Lopez

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 19

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"Joyce is an excellent advocate for her clients. I highly recommend her."

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Unknown lawyer | Dec 31

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Leroya Jennings

Criminal defense lawyer | May 01

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Janis Mann

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 25

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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William Boddie

Family lawyer | Oct 16

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

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"I endorse Joyce. She is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Ketan Patel

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 13

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kavan Grover

Criminal defense lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joyce works tirelessly for her clients and gets results. I endorse her."

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Associations

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Gate City Bar Association

Education

2004

Emory University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

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