Justin L. Goodman

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Justin L. Goodman

4.8
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 19 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

480 John Wesley Dobbs Ave NE, Unit 190, Atlanta, GA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Justin

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 80%

I have been practicing law since 2006 when I became a prosecutor. Between 8 years of DUI prosecution and over 2 years of DUI defense, I have seen almost every conceivable DUI fact pattern including 2 DUI appeals.

20 years | 5,000 cases

80%
Criminal Defense 15%

I was a felony prosecutor for 3 years and handled thousands of cases as well as 50 non-DUI criminal defense cases.

20 years | 10,000 cases

15%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 5%

As a prosecutor in the State Court of Clayton County, I literally handled thousands of traffic tickets every year. Nobody knows speeding and traffic tickets better than I do.

20 years | 20,000 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2022 2019 2018

Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 19 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2006

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 18 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2007

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

George C. Creal, Jr., P.C.

480 John Wesley Dobbs Ave NE, Unit 190, Atlanta, GA, 30312

georgecreal.com

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Justin L. Goodman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

43 Client Reviews

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Posted by Meghan | October 09, 2018 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Highly recommend!

Although I (thankfully!) won't have to use his services, I want to recommend Juston Goodman. I gathered he does traffic violations, car accidents, & criminal cases. He was timely in returning my call (again, I'm not a paying client), informative, incredibly friendly, and very honest. During our consu...ltation, Justin gave me a very clear path to what steps I need to take, and what recourse that I have.

Posted by anonymous | May 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Justin truly cares.

My case was in Alpharetta. I had got into some trouble with the law for a pending DUI case. I called all around Atlanta, and I must say Justin was the first person who seemed to genuinely care. Key word being genuine. He took the time to listen to my story always kept in touch throughout the process.... He did not over deliver on anything. He was upfront about how the case could turn out and I was glad. He was always ready to talk whenever I had any questions and even gave his own personal contact so you can reach him at anytime. In the end I was convicted of a Reckless Driving and I could not have asked for a better result. My license was saved and I am back on the road ready to make better decisions from this learning experience. I had some issues with paying high lawyer fees upfront but he was also very accommodating with this as well. We were able to work out a payment plan and I am almost done paying this off. The whole process was great. 10/10 hopefully I never have to call a lawyer again, but if I do Justin will be on speed dial.

Posted by anonymous | May 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Professional, strategic, calm, educated, and gets results

I encountered Justin Good, after a bad experience with my previous counsel. My first attorneys failed to show up to court, file an entry of appearance, and basically stole my retainer. I failed to use a reputable site, like Avvo, and took my chances on a referral that went really bad. Unfortunately..., colleagues do not always give you the best advice. Thank God, for Avvo and Google reviews. From the first phone call, Attorney Goodman answered the phone. That was impressive from the beginning. Then, he made the time and applied the attention I needed to explain my case and the details surrounding the case. He was not abrasive, judgemental, or impersonable. He was very straight to the point, thoughtful in his advise, but also realistic and to the point about my options. I was so impressed with him, in how he handled my first call to him, that I hired him right away on the phone. I had already spoken to 4 previous attorneys from this site, that were good, but not as straight forward as Justin. I got the impression that the other attorneys wanted to lag my case out, in order to make more money. Justin chose to strategically find a way to get my case dismissed, quick fast, and with the least amount of pain to me and my family. I was facing ruining my perfect record, and possibly loosing my career. Justin saw thatbI needed the exposure of this mess caused by my spouse to be minimal, and the handling of my case to be discreet. The case will be dismissed, I still have my home, my daughter, and soon the charges will be expunged from my record. I have never been arrested before, I have a prominent career, I come from a successful, affluent family, and it was all about to be destroyed by a bitter spouse. Justin Goodman was a God sent. If you are looking for counsel that will not beat around the bush, handle your case professionally, and discreetly, you should hire Attorney Goodman.

Posted by anonymous | June 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DUI reduction in Fulton County

I worked with Justin Goodman on a DUI in Fulton County. He was able to provide expert advisement based on experience, reinstatement the driver's license, and got the case reduced to a reckless driving which was more along the line of the situation. Justin was extremely professional, direct but empath...etic!

Posted by anonymous | June 09, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Hired for DUI Case. Couldn’t get dismissal.

Contacted and hired Justin for a dui in Fulton. Justin came recommended by many people. For the price you pay, I do not recommend him. He has good bedside manner and many stories. He enjoys telling stories about how he could’ve gotten you off in a different locality or if the judge was different or t...he prosecutor was different etc. Nothing is ever Justin’s fault. Justin is very sure of himself and his abilities. He is friendly enough, however you should watch what you say to him to avoid getting substandard treatment. I recommend that if you do hire him to admit guilt to him early and repent often. That appeals to him and makes him more willing and amenable to helping you pursue your case. By spending a lot of time with Justin I know that he will see this and will retort with some sort wise/smart/snarky comeback relating to “the facts” of the case etc etc. by which of course he means that if you were incorrectly arrested, for any plethora of reasons, he could’ve gotten you off, just like any other attorney that does this for a living. His negotiating skills are lacking and was evident throughout my ordeal.

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Anthony Kozycki

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Justin is a fantastic lawyer!"

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David Schnipper

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Justin is a smart and knowledgeable attorney. But even more important, he works hard and is dedicated to his clients and their cases. He is passionate about winning and making sure all of his clients are able to fully comprehend their legal situations. I would confidently recommend Justin and his firm to handle any case."

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John Frazier

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Other

"As I am a Florida attorney, Justin Goodman was able to answer some questions about GA law regarding a client's driver license suspension in GA. Justin is knowledge in his area of practice and if I knew someone in his area that needed a DUI attorney in GA I would recommend they give him a call."

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Adam Kemmerick

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I worked against Mr. Goodman when he was a prosecutor and found him to be a worthy opponent as well as easy to work with and resolve cases with. It is nice to see him on the other side of the aisle, and I would recommend him to anyone facing a DUI or other criminal charge in the metro Atlanta area."

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Justin Spizman

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Justin is a former prosecutor and very talented DUI lawyer. He is experienced, well trained, and one of the smartest guys around. If you have the need, you cannot find a better and more knowledgable lawyer. I would confidently suggest you Justin's services."

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George Creal

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Justin is an extremely knowledgeable, experienced, caring, and hardworking DUI attorney. He was exceptional as a prosecutor for 8 years and continues to be an excellent advocate for persons charged with DUI."

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Frank Gomez

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Justin was perhaps one of the finest, professional, intelligent, honest and hardest working prosecutors that I have dealt with in the practice of law. He is extremely well-liked and respected by judges, juries and his fellow attorneys. George Creal is very lucky and fortunate to have Justin working for him now."

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Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2004

Public Service Award, Georgia State University College of Law

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Associate Attorney, George C. Creal, Jr., P.C.

2010 - 2015

Senior Assistant Solicitor General, Office of the Solicitor General, Clayton County

2007 - 2010

Assistant District Attorney, Office of the District Attorney, Middlesex County, MA

2006 - 2007

Assistant Solicitor, Office of the Solicitor General, Clayton County

Associations

2017 - Present

Georgia Defense of Drinking Drivers

Member

2015 - Present

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2015 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2007 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

Education

2011

Georgia Public Safety Training Center

NHTSA Certificate DUI Standardized Field Sobriety Training

2006

Georgia State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Emory University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2013

ICLE Georgia 2013 DUI Update

How the State and the Defense Can Ethically Do a Better Job

2011

Solicitor General's Conference

Use of Electronic Evidence in the Courtroom

Languages

English

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