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Sanford Allen Wallack
also known as Sandy Wallack
About Sanford
Biography
Sandy has been practicing criminal defense throughout the metro Atlanta area for over 20 years. He has experience handling offenses including murder, armed robbery, aggravated assault, white-collar crime, sexual offenses, commercial gambling, drug offenses and RICO actions. Sandy has experience and handles cases at both the trial and appellate level in state and federal court. Licensed by the Georgia State Bar since 1994, Sandy has worked in both the public and private sectors including Jacobs King & Wallack, Michael Moran & Associates, Kramer & Thomas, the Fulton County Conflict Defender’s Office, the Douglas County Public Defender’s Office and the City of Atlanta Public Defender’s Office. Sandy received his B.A. in Political Science from University of Florida and his J.D. from Emory University School of Law. He is also a graduate of the National Criminal Defense College Trial Practice Institute. Sandy is a life member of the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and one of the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers. He is a member of the Animal Law section of the Georgia bar and has provided pro bono assistance in the area of animal law since law school. Sandy also speaks with groups and organizations on a variety of criminal defense topics. To learn more, click here. Sandy has called Atlanta his home for over 30 years, having grown up in the Atlanta area. Sandy is married with three kids and a dog.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
35%
32 years
Federal Crime
20%
32 years
Violent Crime
20%
32 years
White Collar Crime
20%
32 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Georgia for 31 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
WALLACK LAW, PC
659 Auburn Avenue, Suite 153, Atlanta, GA, 30312
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Posted by Bhavna | May 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Business
Mr. Sanford
I hired Mr. Sanford as my lawyer for my business. He did a very awesome job at a very reasonable price. I would highly recommend him to my friends or family in need of a criminal lawyer. He was always there to answer my questions or concerns at any time I called him. Very awesome lawyer
Posted by Lily | December 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
The best
Mr wallack was great. He was very helpful throughout the whole case and helped me get the best outcome i could have gotten. he's always there when needed and explains any questions you may have in the best understanding way. response to emails fast. He did the best to help me out.
Sanford Allen Wallack's Lawyer Endorsements
"Sandy is one of the most professional and well-prepared lawyers I have ever dealt with. It was a pleasure to work with Sandy and I strongly endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer without qualification. Mr. Wallack is hard working and has all the tools to represent clients who are in trouble. In the cases we have worked together he has shown a great deal of patience with clients and lawyers."
"I have had the pleasure of working with Sandy for most of my legal career. He is a fearless, smart, clever and conscientious lawyer. I can't count the times I have relied on Sandy for his advice and knowledge. If I had a legal problem, I would not hesitate to entrust Sandy with it. Great lawyer!"
"I have worked extensively with Sandy on a complicated criminal matter. He was excellent to work with, diligent, creative, and caring about his client. I hope to work with Sandy again."
"Sandy is a highly experienced and well respected lawyer on the community. I refer all my serious and highly complex criminal matters his way as I know the clients will be in good hands and well taken care of. When handling matters with Sandy, it is clear he has a great understanding of the law and cares very highly for his clients. I would absolutely recommend Sandy to anyone in need of a strong criminal defense attorney."
"I endorse Sanford. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
Justin Spizman
DUI and DWI lawyer
Robert Rubin
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Partner | Criminal Defense Attorney, Wallack Law
2010 - 2011
Partner, Jacobs King & Wallack, LLC
2002 - 2003
Criminal Defense Attorney, Michael Moran & Associates
2001 - 2002
Associate, Kramer & Thomas, LLC
1999 - 2001
Senior Staff Attorney, Fulton County Conflict Defender, Inc.
1997 - 1999
Assistant Public Defender, Douglas County Public Defender's Office
1995 - 1997
Assistant Public Defender, City of Atlanta Public Defender's Office
Associations
2014 - Present
Georgia State Bar, Animal Law SectionMember
2004 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2004 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Education
1994
Emory University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
University of Florida
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can my father revoke my bond?
17 Nov 2012
Q&A
I WAS CHARGED WITH POSSESSION OF GAMBLING DEVICE 9 MONTHS PROBATION, 1COUNT MISDEMENOR
09 Nov 2012
Q&A
Can you teach in Georgia with a petty theft charge?
24 Oct 2012