About Howard
Biography
Everyone needs help sometime…and I enjoy helping people! Being a criminal defense attorney allows me to assist good people who find themselves in need of legal assistance most often unexpectedly, unprepared and unaware of the law. When you are facing a criminal prosecution, you need an aggressive and experienced former federal prosecutor who will vigorously defend your rights. Please call or visit the Howard J. Weintraub law firm website at .
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Since 1985, Howard Jarrett Weintraub has been in the private practice of law in Atlanta, Georgia, where he has his own law firm. Mr. Weintraub's practice consists of primarily defending those individuals charged with violations of the federal criminal laws and those individuals charged with a Georgia DUI "driving under the influence" of alcohol and/or drugs, as well as with other state crimes. Mr. Weintraub's practice has taken him to the local courts throughout the State of Georgia, to all of the United States District Courts in the State of Georgia, and to the United States District Courts in the States of Alabama, California, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, North Carolina, Tennessee and Texas. Mr. Weintraub deeply believes in the proposition that, whenever the government is trying to take away or interfere in any way with the liberty of any individual, that person is entitled under our constitutional protections to the most vigorous and zealous defense permitted by our laws.
As a lawyer with more than 32 years of criminal law experience in state and federal courts, Mr. Weintraub has represented hundreds of individuals charged with a wide range of criminal offenses including: aggravated assault; armed robbery; bribery; child molestation; conspiracy to commit specified crimes; counterfeiting of United States currency; driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs; drug trafficking and possession; extortion; firearms violations; frauds against banks, businesses and United States government agencies; health care fraud; homicide (including vehicular homicide); money laundering; pension fund fraud; rape; stalking; tax violations; United States customs and munitions import and export laws violations; and voting fraud / election fraud violations.
Mr. Weintraub also has represented individuals who have had their currency and other property seized by law enforcement authorities who sought to forfeit such currency and property because of allegations of illegal criminal activities.
Mr. Weintraub's extensive experience has involved successfully negotiating transactional immunity from prosecution for certain clients; handling grand jury proceedings and other pre-indictment stages of criminal cases; conducting internal corporate investigations in response to the initiation of government investigations; participating in over 50 felony jury trials; and having federal sentencing proceedings result in the imposition of either a term of probation or a custody sentence markedly less than the amount of incarceration sought by the federal prosecutor and/or the United States probation officer.
Prior to starting his own firm in 1985, Mr. Weintraub gained much extremely valuable experience on how to vigorously defend those individuals charged with crimes during his tenure as an Assistant United States Attorney in the Northern District of Georgia from 1978-1985. As a federal prosecutor in Atlanta, Mr. Weintraub headed the Rome, Georgia division of the United States Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Georgia for a period of 1 1/2 years. At another time, Mr. Weintraub was the lead Assistant United States Attorney handling crimes being committed in the United States Federal Penitentiary in Atlanta. During this prosecution rotation, the Atlanta United States Penitentiary had more murders of inmates and correctional officers than any other federal prison, making it the most violent federal prison in the United States. In the last three years of his tenure as a federal prosecutor, Mr. Weintraub concentrated his efforts in the prosecution of white-collar fraud and public corruption cases.
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 50 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1976
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Licensed in Georgia for 50 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1975
No misconduct found
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Law Offices of Howard J. Weintraub
1355 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 1250, Atlanta, GA, 30309
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Howard J. Weintraub's Reviews
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Posted by Rosalind | December 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Tax
Previous Client
I used Attorney Howard Weintraub in 2002 for a case involving taxes/IRS and I would have saved $75,000 and did much better with a public defender. At the time I used Mr. Weintraub services, he didn’t have a clue or knowledge on/or about any area of tax laws.
Posted by anonymous | November 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Restitution
This lawyer fails to tell us we needed a attorney in New York he just dragged on our case trying to charge us for a million things and then taking $8,000 from us he never sent a statement about nothing
Howard Weintraub
Replied last November 02, 2016I have 150 reviews on AVVO, with 147 being perfect five star assessments. Of the remaining three reviews, two negative comments have been posted by this client, with the first in January, 2016 and the second being the above comment posted six days ago. (The third comment was posted in November, 2014 by an individual who never became a client and with whom I spoke for less than ten minutes) I am sorry that this client continues to be dissatisfied over the fee amount that both she and her husband paid for my services. However, this client and her husband both signed a detailed contract with my firm at the commencement of our attorney/client relationship, which clearly set forth the fee arrangement in their case and the scope of their representation by me. Since July, 2015, I have had correspondence with this client on different occasions wherein I explained to her that the fee paid to me was fully, honestly, and genuinely earned by me. As I am with all of my clients, I have been 150% above board with this client and her husband, and I have kept hourly/daily records of my time regarding my representation of them. I will continue to communicate with this client in an effort to attempt to resolve her concerns. If, however, she remains dissatisfied with the fee that she and her husband paid to me pursuant to their contract with me, resolution of this issue should be sought by this client in the judicial forum, as in my opinion, AVVO is not the appropriate medium within which to try to resolve this issue.
Posted by anonymous | February 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
HOWARD WEINTRAUB AND BENJAMIN ALPER WERE SENT BY GOD TO HELP ME!
In September of 2014, I appeared in Fulton County State Court to answer a calendar call on my case. I was being charged with DUI and I have had 3 prior DUI convictions over my lifetime. I am 49 years old. My case had been continued by Judge Eady and the prosecutor for me to hire an attorney to rep...
Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
stay away
He seems like a nice man but he extended our case for over a year & nothing came of it we had to hire a new attorney & in 4 months if everything was taken care of and it all came out great our new lawyer did not try to take all our money it was half the price & the eventual outcome after only four mo...
Howard Weintraub
Replied last January 23, 2016The Internet provides people with a productive forum for sharing genuine information, including commenting upon the quality of services they receive from professionals such as attorneys. Unfortunately, the Internet also enables an individual to post false and misleading statements about someone, hiding behind the wall and protection of anonymity. It is impossible for any attorney, including me, to respond to an anonymous posting attacking his services. I do not even know if this comment is from an actual client. Nonetheless, contrary to the content in the comment, I can unequivocally state that throughout my 31 years of defending individuals, I never have "just let [my client's case] go on and on...and in the end did nothing". In this regard, everything that I do for any client is fully documented and, if I knew the identity of the writer of the above comment (assuming it is an actual past client), I can fully support herein, or in any other forum, everything that I did for this client. Also, I can fully establish herein, or in any other forum, that every dollar of the fee charged to this client was appropriately earned. I also can unequivocally state that my fees are extremely reasonable and totally in line with fees being charged by other attorneys with experience and qualifications similar to mine. Also, I clearly and definitely state that I never have charged any client even one dollar more than the agreed-upon contractual fee entered into between the client and me. As to another attorney supposedly obtaining a result more quickly than what was transpiring during my representation of this supposed client, I cannot begin to accurately address this statement without the disclosure of the client’s identity and receipt of information regarding the progression of that client’s case. What I can say, however, is that I give 150 percent of my time, experience and expertise to each and every client’s case. Every other client review on this site supports what I am saying herein. If the comment is written by an actual former client, I am sorry that this anonymous client was unhappy and did not feel able to address his/her dissatisfaction directly with me, rather than posting an after-the-fact anonymous review. The comment ends with the claim that the writer is electing to remain anonymous because, if I knew his/her identity, I would "sue [the writer] for something". As the writer surely knows, truth is an absolute defense to being sued for libel and slander. Therefore, if what he/she has written about me is true, I would not have any basis to sue that person. Indeed, the writer's concern about me suing him/her, clearly demonstrates the falsity and misleading nature of this comment.
Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Potential Federal Problems
HOWARD WEINTRAUB AND BENJAMIN ALPER ARE PHENOMENAL ATTORNEYS I am the owner of a business that is highly scrutinized by both Federal and State of Georgia regulatory agencies. It is my obligation to be fully aware of the morass of regulations, wherein a knowing violation of a rule can expose me to...
Howard J. Weintraub's Lawyer Endorsements
"Determined and dedicated. I endorse this attorney."
"I endorse Attorney Weintraub without reservation."
"Having worked together on a case with Mr. Weintraub, it is evident that he knows his way around a courtroom. Mr. Weintraub's knowledge of the law and eloquence of the tongue are what sets him apart from other attorneys. He also has a multitude of experience in state and federal manners. I would recommend him for any criminal or traffic matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Weintraub was the first attorney I ever worked for, and he emphasized the importance of always staying ahead of your opponent. Mr. Weintraub also possesses a commanding presence in the courtroom. These two qualities along with his years of experience best exemplify why he is such a successful criminal defense attorney. He was a great mentor to me and an even better attorney. I absolutely recommend Mr. Weintraub to anyone who is considering hiring him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Howard really fights for his clients and gets amazing results"
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"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Howard on a number of cases and I am very impressed with the passion he has for defending his clients. Howard thoroughly investigates each case and thinks about the issues from every possible angle in order to secure the best possible outcome for his client. The result is that his clients receive superior representation."
"I endorse Howard. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Howard is one of Atlanta's premiere attorneys. He has the passion to fight for the rights of his clients with the knowledge and skill to achieve successful results in the most difficult cases. He also honors our legal profession by assisting less skilled attorneys with his years of trial experience. He is an asset to the profession."
"Howard is a highly skilled and experienced attorney who genuinely cares about his clients and achieves great results for them."
"I endorse this lawyer. Howard is who you want on your side when charged with a crime. He is very attnetive to each client's needs and concerns."
"I was most fortunate to have had the opportunity to work for Howard while studying law in Atlanta. During my internship, I personally observed Howard vigorously defend a DUI matter, which led to an acquittal. What’s more, beyond the courtroom Howard’s strategic case management and expert legal draftsmanship were something to behold. I can truly say that my tenure with Howard prepared me more for the practice of law than any other experience in my education. I highly endorse Howard Weintraub."
"I endorse this lawyer enthusiastically because I have known Howard for almost 20 years and handled a number of cases with him. Howard is an extremely smart Emory grad who worked for several years as a Federal prosecutor. His effort and attention to detail on every single case is outstanding. For criminal defense cases ranging from Federal and White Collar all the way down to DUI cases in our local State and City Courts, Howard is an excellent choice!"
"Howard J Weintraub is a talented and passionate trial attorney with over 35 years of experience. I recently had the pleasure of working closely with Howard and his staff on post-conviction habeas challenge in a very difficult homicide case, and throughout that process I was very impressed with his depth of understanding the legal issues, his attention to detail, his desire for smart and nuanced legal arguments, and most importantly, his concern for our client and his family. I respect Howard for his talent and intellect and look forward to working with him again in the near future."
"I have known Howard Weintraub for 15 years. I opposed Mr. Weintraub in many cases when I was prosecutor so I have first hand knowledge of his exceptional trial skills, his tenacity in court, and his outstanding work in representing his clients. Mr. Weintraub has always been an excellent advocate for his clients which is why I endorse him and highly recommend him to serve your legal needs."
"I have known Howard for fifteen years and he is an attorney I greatly respect. I have worked as opposing counsel on cases with him and was always impressed with his preparation and advocacy. Regardless of the seriousness of the charge, Howard relentlessly pursues every avenue of defense for his clients. His clients are well served by his wealth of experience and sharp intellect."
"Howard Jarrett Weintraub is by far the most dedicated and talented criminal defense attorney around. Whether he is handling a complex federal criminal matter or a DUI case, Howard never stops fighting for his clients. Working with Howard Weintraub has allowed me to see first-hand what it takes to become a truly great criminal defense attorney. Howard analyzes every case from all angles before determining a course of action and works tirelessly to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. No other attorney can match Howard in experience and determination. It has been an honor and a privilege to be a part of Howard’s legal team. I wholeheartedly endorse Howard Weintraub and will continue to recommend him to anyone needing help, whether it is a federal criminal case, DUI, or any other criminal matter."
"With impeccable credentials and over 35 years of trial experience, Howard Weintraub is a well-respected criminal defense attorney known for his courtroom skills, intellegence and integrity. Mr. Weintraub is a "go to" lawyer for the defense of criminal charges in both state and federal court. HIs pedigree includes service in the Honors Program with the United States Justice Department in Washington ,DC., several years as an Assistant US Attorney for the Northern District of Georgia prosecuting criminal cases and a successful private practice.He has successfully represented criminal defendants in a number of high profile cases. Mr.Weintraub is tireless and tenacious for his clients, and has a good rapport with prosecutors, judges and fellow criminal defense lawyers. He is also a family man with two grown daughters"
"I endorse this lawyer. Howard Weintraub was a former Assistant United States attorney before he became a premier criminal defense attorney in Georgia. From this experience he has developed a successful federal and state criminal practice in state criminal matters in Georgia and federal cases throughout the United States. I have worked with Attorney Weintraub on several federal cases and know him to be detailed in his work leaving no stone unturned that might help his client get favorable results in their case."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Martindalle Hubbell, Bar Register Preeminent Lawyers
2010
The Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
The Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell 2009
2008
AV Rated Atlanta, GA Criminal Defense Lawyer, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
Super Lawyers, Georgia Criminal Defense,White Collar, DUI, DWI, Super Lawyers Magazine, http://www.superlawyers.com
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
1984
Commendation, Federal Bureau of Investigation
1984
Internal Security Division, Commendation, Internal Revenue Service
1983
United States Secret Service, Commendation, Department of Treasury
1982
SBA Commendation, United States Small Business Administration
1981
United States Attorney General Commendation, United States Attorney General William French Smith, Commendation
1981
Federal Aviation Administration, Commendation, Federal Aviation Administration, Southern Regional Office
1981
United States District Judge Commendation, United States District Judge James Lawrence King, Commendation
1981
Federal Bureau of Investigation, 2 Commendations, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Atlanta, Georgia
1974
American Jurisprudence Awards, Lawyers Cooperative Publishing Company
Work Experience
1985 - Present
Criminal Defense Attorney, Georgia, The Law Offices of Howard J. Weintraub, PC
1978 - 1985
Assistant United States Attorney, Northern District of Georgia
1975 - 1978
Federal Prosecutor, Appellate Section of the Criminal Division, United States Department of Justice in Washington, D.C.
Associations
1990 - Present
Practitioners Advisory Group for the United States Sentencing CommissionMember, Practitioners Advisory Group U.S. Sentencing Commission
1987 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember, Board of Directors
1985 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1985 - Present
Lawyers Club Association.Member
1977 - Present
District of Columbia BarMember
1975 - Present
Atlanta Bar AssociationMember
1975 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1975 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
Member
1990 - 1991
Atlanta Bar Association, Criminal LawChairman, Criminal Law Section
1990 - 1992
American Bar Association White Collar Crime CommitteeMember, Health Care Fraud Subcommittee
1985 - 1986
Peachtree Atlanta Kiwanis ClubMembership Chairman
1984 - 1985
Metropolitan Atlanta Crime CommissionMember, Ad Hoc
Sample of Legal Cases
JUDGMENT REVERSED ON APPEAL
Education
1975
JD - Juris Doctor
1972
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2008
Trial Techniques, Faculty Member
1993
Criminal Defense Lawyers
1993
DUI / DWI Seminar, Defense Of Drinking Driver Institute
1990
Corporate Criminal Defense
1985
Legal Education, Instructor
1984
Legal Education, Instructor
1983
Legal Education, Instructor
Publications
1993
1990
1985
1975
Languages
English
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