Ryan Christopher Locke

Ryan Christopher Locke

4.8
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 15 years

Immigration Lawyer at Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas: Immigration

750 Piedmont Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 15 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2010

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Location

Locke Immigration Law

750 Piedmont Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA, 30308

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Ryan Christopher Locke's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 21, 2017

Fantastic advice!

I talked to Ryan about a serious traffic citation and received some excellent advice regarding the legal process, what to say, and who to say it to. I was able to walk into court with confidence and talk things over with the solicitor. Due to Ryan's expertise, I was able to walk out of court with a s...imple Basic Rules violation, no points on my license, and a menial fine. I couldn't be more thankful and would refer Ryan to anyone looking for a great attorney.

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Ryan Christopher Locke's Lawyer Endorsements

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Saraliene Durrett

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Great lawyer. Ryan is conscientious and always concerned about what is best for his clients. I highly recommend him."

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Jarvis Lakemaker

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ryan is an accomplished attorney with the skills necessary to achieve his clients objectives. I would not hesitate to refer friends and family to Ryan."

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Chad Murray

Litigation lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Earlier this year, I found myself with a civil judgment against an debt collector in Atlanta. Long story short, I ended up hiring Ryan to enforce the judgment since I was not admitted in Georgia. Fast forward a few months later and the judgment is paid-in-full thanks to Ryan's efforts. Needless to say, I endorse Ryan without reservation."

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Nicole Merenivitch

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ryan is passionate about criminal law and seeks the absolute best possible outcomes for his clients. His practical knowledge surrounding criminal law is amazing. He is an outstanding person with an organized and ethical approach to solving cases."

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Tanya Miller

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ryan Locke is an excellent defense attorney. He is extremely hard working and always manages to find creative solutions to his client's problems. I would highly recommend Ryan to anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney."

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Michael Ross

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ryan is a fantastic attorney. I've personally worked on several cases with him."

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Robert Susor

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ryan is an intelligent attorney and passionate advocate for his clients. Great guy and great lawyer."

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Tamara Garcia

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ryan is a very good attorney. He is fearless in court and fights hard for his clients."

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John Seay

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Ryan for criminal defense. He is an intelligent, hard-working, and compassionate attorney. I've followed his legal career closely, and know he has achieved some very favorable outcomes for his clients."

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Alexander Weatherby

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ryan is an excellent attorney, who is committed and passionate about criminal defense. He is an excellent advocate for his clients, be it in negotiations or the courtroom. Whenever I have a question involving criminal justice, I call Ryan."

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Jessica Stern

Criminal defense lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ryan Locke is your go-to man. He is extremely intelligent, responsive, and graciously takes on the responsibility to protect his clients. He has victoriously plowed through difficult cases and seemingly impossible circumstances. Most importantly, he is a good person. I full-heartedly endorse Ryan Locke."

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Parag Shah

Criminal defense lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ryan Locke is a hard-working, intelligent, and passionate attorney. I have worked on cases with Ryan and he is an exceptional advocate. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Charles Clapp

Unknown lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ryan is a fantastic lawyer who is passionate about the law and known for smart and aggressive representation. I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Melissa Castro

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Jess Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Tamara Garcia

Criminal defense lawyer

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Carlos Rodriguez

Criminal defense lawyer

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Alexander Weatherby

Litigation lawyer

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Jessica Stern

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Seay

Intellectual property lawyer

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Charles Clapp

Litigation lawyer

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Parag Shah

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2010

The Order of Barristers, University of Georgia School of Law

Work Experience

2012 - 2013

Attorney, Goodman, McGuffey, Lindsey & Johnson

2010 - 2012

Staff Attorney, Office Of The Public Defender Atlanta Judicial Circuit

Associations

2010 - Present

Order of Barristers

Member

Education

2010

University of Georgia

Juris Doctor

2007

University of Richmond

Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2013

2009

Buffalo Intellectual Property Law Journal Resetting the Doomsday Clock: Is it Constitutional for Laches to Bar a Copyright Infringement Claim within the Statute of Limitations?

Languages

English

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