About Parag
Parag Y. Shah is a personal injury and criminal defense attorney in Atlanta, Georgia. He graduated from Rhodes College in 2003 and went on to receive his law degree from Ohio Northern University in 2006. After doing indigent work and practicing with a small firm, Mr. Shah started his own law firm, The Shah Law Firm, specializing in personal injury and criminal defense. Mr. Shah is a member of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, the American Association of Justice, the Solo and Small Firm Section of the Atlanta Bar Association, the Georgia Criminal Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and an appointed member of the State Bar of Georgia's Indigent Defense Committee. Mr. Shah is a faculty member for the Bill Daniel Trial Advocacy Program and an adjunct professor for Ohio Northern University Law School. In addition, Mr. Shah runs a criminal defense externship program through John Marshall Law School in Atlanta. Mr. Shah is a registered neutral with the Georgia Office of Dispute Resolution and mediates complex litigation cases at Miles Mediation. Mr. Shah has been acknowledged as Georgia’s Top 40 Under 40 by the Daily Report, a "Rising Star" by Super Lawyers Magazine & Georgia Trend Magazine, "AV" rated by Martindale Hubbell and rated 10 out of 10 by Avvo.com. In 2011, Mr. Shah was featured as an expert in criminal defense on NPR's "This American Life", Episode 430 - Very Tough Love. In addition, Mr. Shah regularly provides legal commentary on CNN's Nancy Grace. Mr. Shah is the author of three Georgia pocketbooks: The Code Criminal, The Code Civil and The Code Evidence. The Code has been widely acclaimed by the legal community and is currently published by the Institute of Continuing Legal Education in Georgia.
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Languages spoken
Gujarati
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Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| GA | Active Member in Good Standing | 2006 | 11/14/2019 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2013 |
| Legal Elite Top Lawyers | Georgia Trend Magazine | 2013 |
| Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2013 |
| Top 40 Lawyers Under 40 | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2013 |
| "AV: Preeminent" Peer Rated Attorney | Martindale-Hubbell | 2013 |
| "AV: Preeminent" Peer Rated Attorney | Martindale-Hubbell | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Amicus Author | Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | 2009 |
| Burke E. Smith Mock Trial Competition Champion | Ohio Northern University | 2006 |
| Conflicts of Law Book Award | Ohio Northern University | 2006 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal & Personal Injury Attorney | The Shah Law Firm | 2011 - Present |
| Trial Attorney | Law Offices of L. David Wolfe, P.C. | 2008 - 2010 |
| Trial Attorney | Atlanta Judicial Circuit Public Defenders Office | 2006 - 2008 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| National Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
| American Society of Legal Advocates | Member | 2013 - Present |
| Superlawyers | Member | 2013 - Present |
| Lawyers Club of Atlanta | Member | 2012 - Present |
| American Association for Justice | Member | 2011 - Present |
| State Bar of Georgia Indigent Defense Committee | Appointed Member | 2011 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2011 - Present |
| National Criminal Defense College | Faculty Member | 2011 - Present |
| Atlanta Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
| Georgia Asian Pacific American Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
| Bill Daniel Trial Advocacy Program | Faculty Member | 2009 - Present |
| The Georgia Criminal Defense Lawyers Educational Foundation | Board Member | 2008 - Present |
| Georgia Mock Trial Competition | Judge | 2007 - Present |
| Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2006 - Present |
| National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2009 - 2010 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| The Code | The Code Criminal, Civil & Evidence (2013-2014 Edition) | 2013 |
| The Code | The Code Criminal, Civil & Evidence (2012-2013 Edition) | 2012 |
| The Code | The Code (2011-2012 Edition) | 2011 |
| The Code | The Code (2010-2011 Edition) | 2010 |
| The Code | The Code (2009-2010 Edition) | 2009 |
| The Code | The Code (2008-2009 Edition) | 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| GAPABA/ Indusbar Newsletter | "Pass Me The Code" | 2008 |
| The Code | The Code (2007-2008 Edition) | 2007 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Justice Center of Atlanta | Certificate of Completion | 2011 |
| National Criminal Defense College | Completion of Program | 2009 |
| National Criminal Defense College | Certificate of Completion | 2009 |
| Bill Daniel Trial Advocacy Program | Certificate of Completion | 2008 |
| Forensic Blood and Urine Seminar | Certificate of Completion | 2008 |
| Ohio Northern University | JD - Juris Doctor | 2006 |
|---|---|---|
| Rhodes College | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2003 |
| Choate Rosemary Hall | N/A | 1999 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Personal Injury Seminar | New Evidence Code | 2013 |
| Gwinnett County Bar Seminar | New Evidence Code | 2013 |
| Breakfast | New Evidence Code | 2013 |
| Nancy Grace | Nancy Grace | 2012 |
| Georgia Trial Lawyers Association Convention | 10 Mistakes Under the Civil Practice Act | 2012 |
| Tough Love | NPR's This American Life | 2011 |
|---|---|---|
| This American Life - Tough Love | Sentencing in Georgia | 2011 |
| Georgia State University Litigation Program | Closing Arguments | 2011 |
| GACDL Spring Seminar | Young Guns & Heavy Artillery | 2011 |
| Georgia State University Litigation Program | Closing Arguments | 2010 |
| Fulton County Public Defender Seminar | A Proactive Approach to Practicing Criminal Defense | 2010 |
| Demanding Forensic Accountability and Integrity from the Government | Utilizing Motions Practice to Win Cases or Cripple the Prosecution | 2010 |
| Bill Daniels Trial Advocacy Program | Closing Arguments | 2010 |
| MALDEF | The Consequences Illegal Immigrants and Attorneys Face in the Criminal Justice System | 2007 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| State of Georgia v. A.P. | Dismissed |
| State of Georgia v. M.C. | Reduced First Offender Sentence |
| State of Georgia v. R.L. | Dismissed |
| A.B. v. S.W. | Settlement |
| State of Georgia v. Ex-NFL Player | Dismissed Without Accusation File |
| State of Georgia v. GM | No Felony Conviction |
|---|---|
| State of Georgia v. NB | Dismissed with Expungement |
| State of Georgia v. BT | Dismissed with Expungement |
| State of Georgia v. PB | Dismissed with Expungement |
| State of Georgia v. FB | No Felony Conviction |
| State of Georgia v. CW | Dismissed and Expunged |
| State of Georgia v. JN | Dismissed |
| State of Georgia v. JM | Avoided Life in Prison |
| City of Atlanta v. LO | Dismissed |
| State of Georgia v. MH | Dismissed |
| State of Georgia v. AJ | Felony Dismissed |
| State of Georgia v. SY | Dismissed |
| TH v. PJ | Settlement |
| State of Georgia v. EM | Probation Reinstated with First Offender |
| M v. RJ | Case Dismissed |
| State of Georgia v. TM | Dismissed Prior to Grand Jury Presentment |
| State of Georgia v. KB | All Felonies Dismissed |
| State of Georgia v. RW | Reinstatement of Probation |
| State of Georgia v. KW | Probation Terminated and Charge Dismissed |
| In the Interest of EN | Dismissed and Record Sealed |
| State of Georgia v. RL | Dismissed |
| Protesters' Case Dismissed | Dismissed |
| In the Interest of MC | Petition Withdrawn and Record Sealed |
| RH v. Johns Creek Police Department and Fulton County District Attorneys Office | Expungement Granted |
| State of Georgia v. CS | Nolle Prosequi |
| In the Interest of TA | Petition Withdrawn and Case Dismissed |
| State of Georgia v. DC | No Jail Time |
| State of Georgia v. SRY | Not Presented to Grand Jury |
| State of Georgia v. JFB | No Jail Time |
| City of Johns Creek v. PK | No Jail Time |
| Limo License Hearing for JW | Limo License Issued |
| State of Georgia v. TM | Dismissed |
| State of Georgia v. KK | No Adjudication of Guilt |
| State of Georgia v. MC | Probation for 9 lbs. of Marijuana and a Gun |
| State of Georgia v. RR | 2 years for 4 Attempted Armed Robberies |
| Padilla v. Kentucky (Amici Curaie) | Medel's Story Played a Part in Padilla v. Kentucky |
| State of Georgia v. DG | Dismissed |
| State of Georgia v. JA | Dismissed |
| State of Georgia v. MG | No Felony Conviction |
| State of Georgia v. WS | Dismissed |
| State of Georgia v. BR | Acquitted on All Counts. |
| State of Georgia v. JW | Nolle Prosequi |
| State v. WC | No Jail Time |
| Sex Offender Registration - Amici Curiae | The court reversed the trial court's order. |
| State v. DW | DW was not convicted of any felonies. |
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(97)Ryan Phillips, Mesothelioma and asbestos Attorney on Sep 29, 2019
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I endorse this lawyer.
Jason White, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 16, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. Parag is an outstanding lawyer and a wonderful person.
James Robson, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 21, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I've known Parag for several years, and he is a fantastic attorney. Parag zealously advocates on behalf of his clients while maintaining the highest levels of professionalism and ethics. I highly endorse him.
Holly Waltman, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 14, 2016
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Parag is a one in a million advocate. No matter the complexity of a case, the Shah Law Firm is an outstanding choice in legal representation. I would trust this outstanding attorney to fight for loved ones and close friends. Do yourself a favor and hire this lawyer!
James Ponton, Car accident Attorney on Nov 11, 2016
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Parag is an excellent attorney. He is a strong advocate for his clients and has returned some fantastic results.
Kirk Gilliard, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 9, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Parag Shah and I represented co-defendants in a complex white collar criminal defense matter. I sat with him during a two week jury trial. His diligent preparation and thorough knowledge of the law was evident with every witness called to testify against our clients. He has justifiably earned the respect of the lawyers and judges before whom he practices. I highly recommend Parag Shah as one of the best attorneys I have observed in any court.
Brian Hobbs, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 5, 2016
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Parag is a fantastic attorney, combining his exceptional knowledge of the law and his tenacious ability to persuade to get the results his clients want and deserve. He sincerely cares about his clients and I endorse him without hesitation.
Kathryn Elwart, Criminal defense Attorney on May 25, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Parag is a strong advocate and incredibly kind person. Any case that he handles is in very capable hands.
Minerva Blanchette, DUI and DWI Attorney on May 5, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Parag is the best of the best lawyers and has a brilliant personality to match.
Leif Howard, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 22, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Parag Shah is one of the best personal injury attorneys in Atlanta. He is incredibly knowledgeable of the law, a skilled advocate in the courtroom and extremely professional. His combination of charisma, professionalism, intellect and hard work ethic make him extremely effective as a litigator.
Ashley Hollan, Entertainment Attorney on Jul 13, 2015
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Parag is an inspiration to his peers in the legal community. His enthusiasm in zealously representing his clients and his dedication to creative problem solving are contagious, and he always maintains the highest level of professionalism. Any client would be lucky to have Parag in his or her corner!
Mitchell Brogdon, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 19, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Parag is an incredible lawyer with a wealth of knowledge related to handling personal injury cases. He is also a leader in the Atlanta legal community. I would surely send my family to Parag for their personal injury needs.
Bruce Hagen, Car accident Attorney on May 15, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Parag Shah is one of the most passionate, capable and committed attorneys I've ever met. I've seen him in action and he's fantastic. I highly endorse Parag Shah
Madelyn Suriel, Criminal defense Attorney on May 6, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
David Glustrom, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 14, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Parag was very helpful and demonstrated a great understanding of the law. He is very intelligent and a pleasure to work with.
Nisha Karnani, Immigration Attorney on Jan 19, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I wholeheartedly endorse Parag. He is an exceptionally accomplished and skilled attorney with an excellent reputation in the Georgia legal community. I know that a referral to him will be in good hands as he is highly dependable, responsive and effective in his representation of his clients.
Mathew Titus, Business Attorney on Jan 15, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Parag is an excellent lawyer and is well known in the legal community. His hard work, passion, and dedication to excellent client-service sets him apart.
Michael Rafi, Personal injury Attorney on Dec 3, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Parag is very smart, engaging, and driven, all of which are exemplified by the results he gets for his clients. Parag is a go-to lawyer in Atlanta for criminal defense and personal injury cases, and I would recommend him to friends, family, and others.
Zulma Lopez, Immigration Attorney on Nov 19, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Parag is well respected in the community. He is knowledgeable and experienced. I highly recommend him.
Andrew Weiner, Employment and labor Attorney on Nov 5, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
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