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also known as Joe Hibachi, Joe Habachy
Joe S. Habachy is an accomplished and well-respected National trial lawyer. He has been privately practicing Criminal Defense and Entertainment Law in and around Atlanta, Georgia for more than 25 years. His principal office is in Atlanta, Georgia but he has represented clients in State Courts and Federal Courts in every part of Georgia and in Oregon, California, Utah, Colorado, Oklahoma, Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Alabama, Florida, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina, New York, Illinois, Maryland, Indiana, Ohio, Iowa, Missouri, New York, The District of Columbia, and even Guam and Puerto Rico.
Joe has also aggressively defended and won criminal cases in the metro areas of Atlanta, Macon, Augusta, Athens, Columbus, Rome, Gainesville, and numerous other municipalities and counties in Georgia. He was born in Georgia, and has practiced law in Georgia his entire career.
Joe regularly represents celebrities, athletes, and other high profile clients on a variety of criminal matters. He has also aggressively represented doctors, lawyers, police officers, pilots, teachers, politicians, civic leaders, business owners, accountants, CEOs, real estate agents, truckers, and countless other individuals on a variety of criminal allegations. He is a regular panelist at continuing legal education seminars pertaining to the representation of high profile clients and is sensitive to the specific needs of clients in the public eye.
Joe has represented thousands of criminal defendants on diverse criminal matters ranging from D.U.I. to Drug Trafficking. He has successfully litigated innumerable cases. He regularly obtains Not Guilty Verdicts in State and Superior Court. He has extensive DUI experience and is certified in the administration of Field Sobriety tests and the Intoxilyzer 9000. He has successfully challenged numerous DUI arrests and roadside tests. Further, he has tried cases of all calibers, including homicide, rape, aggravated assault and Drug Trafficking. He has litigated innumerable search and seizure issues in State and Federal Court. Joe has also appealed various issues and set legal precedent in the State of Georgia.
Joe is also well-known in the field of Entertainment Law. He has successfully drafted, red-lined, and negotiated innumerable contracts for Musicians, Artists, Recording Companies, Music Publishers, Producers, Actors, Reality Shows, Reality Show Participants, Indie Film Producers/Directors, Television Shows, Radio and even Ringtone Artists. Contracts have included production agreements, management agreements, agency agreements, publishing agreements, various licenses, sampling agreements, site agreements, partnership agreements, and recording agreements. He also has extensive Trademark and Copyright experience. His Entertainment client list includes numerous well-known musicians and film/television personalities. He is a member of the Georgia Entertainment Bar and volunteers for the Georgia Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts. Joe also passionately teaches Entertainment Law at John Marshall Law School in Atlanta, Georgia.
Joe has been repeatedly named a Super Lawyer and one of the 100 Best Criminal Attorneys in the Nation. He is often asked to speak at Continuing Education and Trial Practice seminars (both Criminal and Entertainment) to share his knowledge and experience with other lawyers throughout the country. Joe is a regular speaker on Court TV, CNN, E Entertainment and various Radio shows, a regular guest at Law School Seminars, and a regular visiting judge for national and international mock trial competitions.
Joe graduated cum laude from Mercer University in Macon, Georgia in only two years. After working as an IT consultant with Price-Waterhouse Coopers for two years, Joe returned to University of Georgia School of Law, where he served as Vice President of the Entertainment Law Association and competed nationally on UGA’s successful Mock Trial Team.
Joe is a member of the bar of the Supreme Court of Georgia and the Georgia Court of Appeals, and numerous Federal Courts nationwide. Joe currently serves as the Chairman of the Georgia Criminal Defense Lawyers Education Fund which provides legal education scholarships to numerous criminal defense lawyers in Georgia. He is also a former Vice President of the Atlanta Chapter of the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (GACDL).
Joe is most proud of having repeatedly championed the Legal Food Frenzy annual competition 11 times, consistently raising more money (collectively more than $350k) than any other law firm in Georgia for hungry children and families in need.
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1 Baltimore Place Northwest, 130, Atlanta, GA, 30308
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Posted by Dr. Christine Joyce Ann Green | February 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Dr. Christine Green
I was led to Attorney Habachy to help with some close friends who were arrested in Covington, Georgia on felony charges without a bond. I live in Augusta, Georgia. The friends were from Mississippi. We were able to hire Attorney Habachy. He helped them without hesitation and they were able to post...
Posted by anonymous | August 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Exceptional Legal Expertise
Weeks before graduation, our daughter—a high school senior, scholar-athlete, and honor roll student—and her friends were arrested for a senior prank that went wrong. They accidentally targeted the wrong house with toilet paper and chalk, leading the homeowner to falsely allege exaggerated charges and...
Posted by anonymous | August 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Miracle outcome to a complex case.
I was charged with serious injury by vehicle (a felony in Georgia with a minimum prison sentence), unlawful fleeing from a police officer in a motor vehicle, and DUI. By all accounts, I should be in a prison cell right now instead of being at home, laughing and smiling with my family. Faced with a...
Posted by Carlos | August 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
DUI with a suspended license
I can only be more than grateful to Mr. Joe. I had a DUI with a suspended license, my case was very complicated to resolve, everything was against me, and in less than 6 months we managed to obtain the best results of all, no DUI, no suspended license. The attention is personalized, they answer the p...
Posted by anonymous | June 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Outstanding Attorney Who Fought for Justice and Achieved an Incredible Outcome!
I recently had the privilege of working with Joe Habachy. Joe went above and beyond to defend me against some very serious charges. The circumstances surrounding my case involved accusations of computer theft, data theft, credit card fraud, and theft of intellectual property from my former business ...
"I endorse this lawyer. Joe and I worked a case together and he proved to be knowledgeable on the law and caring toward the client and the client's family. I would recommend Joe to anyone with a criminal matter."
"I had the opportunity to work with Mr. Habachy as local counsel and I was very impressed with his skill and knowledge of the law. Mr. Habachy travels the country handling some of the biggest cases. We got a fantastic result and I'm proud to have gotten the opportunity to work with this attorney. He is a credit to our profession and if I ever get in trouble he'd be someone I'd want in my corner."
"Joe's a good friend and an excellent criminal defense attorney. I routinely refer clients to him, knowing they're in good hands. If I found myself facing criminal charges, I'd want Joe on my side."
"Joe is a great guy and great lawyer. A true gentleman, compassionate, and all-around good person. He is a capable lawyer, with an astute attention to detail, and a fierce advocate."
"Joe is a top-notch attorney. His practice is full-service and treats his clients like family. He is a very talented litigator obtaining excellent results in each case."
"Joe is the criminal defense attorney I would send a loved one to if they were in need, and to whom I have sent many friends and clients who are in need of the absolute top-notch service."
"Joe Habachy is one of the top criminal lawyers in the State. He is tough, highly skilled and very much respected by the prosecutors in all Georgia Courts. If someone needs a great criminal lawyer, they would be smart to hire Joseph Habachy"
"Every client I have ever sent to Joe has walked away happy. He is compassionate, professional, knowledgeable and incredibly skilled. I would say that Joe exceeds clients' expectations on a regular basis."
"Joe is a well respected lawyer in the community. He knows the law and has a sharp mind. I endorse and recommend this lawyer."
"Joe is an excellent lawyer. We have worked together on a few cases and have brainstormed cases together for years. He is thoughtful and intelligent and a very tough advocate. I refer cases to him and know that he will take good care of the clients."
"Fellow attorney Joe Habachy is a zealous representative for his clients. He is persistent and consistently achieves great results in his cases. I have known Joe for a long time and am always looking forward to seeing him in action in the courtroom. I endorse this attorney without reservation."
"Joe Habachy is an exceptional attorney. Joe's mastery in the courtroom is a product of his expansive knowledge of the law, unparalleled charisma, and approachability to his clients. Joe's work goes well beyond what would be expected of even the finest trial lawyers, and I would recommend him without hesitation."
"Joe Habachy is a seasoned pro in the area of criminal defense. I had the privilege of working as a clerk for Joe while in law school and observed him handle a number of cases from start to finish with excellent results. Joe is an honest lawyer with great devotion to his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend his services."
"Joe is the cream of the crop. He knows the law and understands the court system, and most importantly, communicates well with his clients, the court and prosecutors. I am pleased to endorse Joe Habachy as an excellent criminal defense attorney."
"I have known Joe since we were first year law students at the University of Georgia in 1997, and I can state without hesitation or qualification that he is one of the best criminal defense attorneys I know. I have sent dozens upon dozens of clients to him, and they have been thrilled with the incredible results he procures on their behalf. In fact, I have never sent a client to another attorney in the greater Atlanta area. If you need a criminal defense attorney, look no further. Joe is your man."
"I strongly endorse Joe. He works hard and is ethical. He is an exceptional attorney and works tirelessly for his clients clients."
"Joe Habachy is a talented lawyer and a dedicated advocate for his clients. He's a fighter, which is what you need when your freedom is at stake."
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Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2000 - Present
Owner, Joe S. Habachy, PC, Attorney at LAw
2000 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersVice President
2000 - Present
Volunteer Lawyers for the ArtsVolunteer Attorney
2000
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2013
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