Musa Munir Ghanayem

Musa Munir Ghanayem

also known as Musa, Ghanayem

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 24 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Ethics & Professional Responsibility

North Druid Square, 1936B North Druid Hills rd., Atlanta, GA

About Musa

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 7 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2018

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 18 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2007

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 24 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2001

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Ghanayem & Rayasam, LLC

North Druid Square, 1936B North Druid Hills rd., Atlanta, GA, 30319

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5.0 /5.0

65 Client Reviews

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Posted by Nathan | April 21, 2025

Honest and tells it how it is

This attorney is honest and won't tell you what you wanna hear but what you need to hear if he can help he will let you know he is excellent especially in DeKalb county and is very knowledgeable and very experienced.

Posted by Hanna | April 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Truly one of the best—Musa changed my life

I should have written this review years ago, but when someone has such a lasting impact, it’s never too late to give credit where it’s due. Musa represented me in my first ever legal case—a serious one—and I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better attorney. I was scared, confused, and had no ide...a what to expect. From the very beginning, Musa was steady, knowledgeable, and—most importantly—genuinely compassionate. He never treated me like a case file or just another client. He treated me like a person who deserved to be heard and understood. He guided me through every step of the process with clarity and care. He took the time to explain things, answer questions, and most importantly, he showed up—prepared, present, and fully committed to fighting for the best possible outcome. And he delivered. Musa is worth every penny and then some. He brings not just expertise, but heart—and that combination is rare. If you’re looking for an attorney who truly cares, who takes your case seriously, and who will give it everything he’s got—Musa is your guy. Don’t hesitate, just call him. (And no, I don’t plan to need a lawyer again—but if I ever do, I already know who I’m calling!)

Posted by Jason Lee | April 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Attorney Musa - Professional, Knowledgeable, and Straight to the Point

Attorney Musa was very patient, understanding, and strategic regarding my Court Case Hearing which was scheduled the next day. He represented me by learning the case in short notice and we were victorious at my TPO Hearing. He viewed my situation and me as a person not as price tag for service. At...torney Musa displays the true definition of customer service, professionalism, and integrity when it comes to Lawyer Representation. Much Respect and Thanks for your willingness to represent me on short notice.

Posted by Prashanth | August 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Attorney in town

Ghanayem & Rayasam, LLC law firm saved my career and future. This review is Specially for Mr. Musa Ghanayem. THANK YOU, SIR, I have been charged with simple battery case (Domestic Violence). Initially I hired a lawyer who spoke about his 26 years of experience and convinced me to hire him. Because... of this case my employer put me into notice period of 2 months and gave me time until August 31 to get my case sorted out. My lawyer just aggravated the situation so badly with the public prosecutor due to his inability to explain the facts, things got worse, and the prosecutor was on the verge of convicting me. I had lost all hopes and was ready to accept what comes in my way to lose my job and go homeless. With no more options left, i contacted Musa Ghanayem on August 18th ‘2020 as a last resort and explained him my situation.All Musa said is to keep high hopes but as it was very less time for him to work on the case he couldn’t guarantee to solve it within Aug 31st but was confident enough to solve the case. Musa Ghanayem understands and respects his clients .I never called him for updates, Musa himself called every day and updated me about the progress giving me that extra confidence that he is actively working on the case. Guess what ,Musa just turned the tables so quickly and took my case as a challenge, went out of the way to help me out to save my job. Just in 4 business days he got my case dismissed with no further proceedings with a simple condition to undergo Family intervention program.Anyone looking for a trustworthy Attorney in Georgia /NY never ever think twice just close your eyes and keep faith in Musa he will get you the best possible verdict based on the criticality of the case. Please don’t waste your money as I did hiring 2 lawyers before hiring Musa.Due to his expertise and professionalism shown towards his work & his clients ,he has built a very good reputation with top officials in the law field. All I say is Thanks you so much Musa and God bless you & your family. I know I have just 5 stars to rate you, but I am so impressed with the outcome, you deserve 100 stars for your expertise as an Attorney and to be such a good human being. Cheers and good luck

Posted by Susie | June 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Fantastic Lawyer

What can I say about Musa? He is everything you can imagine an excellent lawyer should be! If you are reading his reviews to determine if you are going to hire Musa to represent you, don't look any further - trust me! Like many others can tell you, he is the best in his field. He genuinely cares abou...t his clients and will make you feel at ease during your case, no matter how bad things might seem to be. I was a mess when my son got arrested - my anxiety was out of control and I was constantly freaking out over the possible outcomes from the charges. However, Musa was able to calm me down with his positive out look no matter how may times I called or texted him - and believe me, I did my fair share of calling! I have only wonderful things to say about Musa - he is very professional, courteous, compassionate and an excellent lawyer! Most importantly, he is an amazing human being and he treated my son like his own. Our family is so appreciated of everything Musa did for our son and we are thrilled by the outcome of the case. Thank you, Musa, from the bottom of my heart - I could not have asked for more. I also want to say thank you to David Glass for referring us to you.

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Musa Munir Ghanayem's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brian Hobbs

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Musa is an tenacious attorney who truly cares about his clients. He will work tirelessly to get the results they desire and deserve and is not afraid to take a case to the jury."

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Kathryn Elwart

Unknown lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Musa is a tireless advocate who fights for every client. He cares for his clients and will work hard to get his clients the results that they need."

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Leif Howard

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Musa Ghanayem is a fantastic criminal defense attorney who works hard for his clients. As a former prosecutor, I watched him work tirelessly for a client on a murder case until the case was dismissed. He is extremely knowledgeable on the law and a skilled advocate in the courtroom."

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Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Clay

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mr. Ghanayem. Very experienced and caring attorney who produces great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact him first."

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Madelyn Pavon Suriel

Criminal defense lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Musa is an excellent attorney who tirelessly works for his clients. He is brilliant and finds a way to achieve justice for his clients. I highly endorse him."

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Jonathan Lacour

Unknown lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"One of the absolute best. Exceptional attention to detail, service next to none. I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael LeMond

Criminal defense lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Musa. Highly respected in the legal community with a strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication."

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Kevin Majeske

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Ghanayem will work hard to ensure you receive the best defense possible. Mr. Ghanayem is a very conscientious attorney who will make sure that every need of a client is met, and the best possible outcome is achieved."

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Frank Cetero

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is very professional and hard working. One of the brightest attorney's in his field."

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Mark Henry

Ethics and professional responsibility lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer and appreciate his continued service."

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Tosif Chouhan

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the opportunity to work with Musa on some high profile cases. He is always thinking outside of the box and uses the most advanced trial techniques. He is very knowledgeable as to the law and has a great presence in the courtroom. Musa is an excellent and experienced attorney."

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Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathon Majeske

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Musa for over 10 years. He has always been a mentor to me and a very close friend. What makes Musa so special as an attorney is that he genuinely cares about his clients and people in general and always puts doing the right thing first. Musa is a great man, a great advocate, and a great friend."

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Monte Robbins

Unknown lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Highly regarded in the legal community."

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Simon Kabzan

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this individual as a highly respected and knowledgable lawyer in their practice."

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Richard Geller

Unknown lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Musa. Highly respected in the legal community. Strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication."

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Majd Ghanayem

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Musa has earned a national reputation for effectively representing defendants accused of a crimes. He has the necessary reputation, knowledge and experience to eliminate or minimize the consequences of the state's accusation. He is a very effective and skilled litigator who has the guts to stand up to the state and their accusations to demand evidence, not simply an accusation. He is highly ethical and trustworthy. I trust him. You should too. One of the best criminal lawyers in Georgia."

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Justin Perri

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Musa is a master of getting out of difficult situations. An attribute you absolutely need in your criminal defense attorney."

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Karen Steinitz

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a skilled attorney and well respected member of the legal community."

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Austin Manghan

Criminal defense lawyer

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Randall Kessler

Family lawyer

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Saleem Dennis

Criminal defense lawyer

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Matt Hirsch

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brian Hobbs

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kathryn Elwart

Criminal defense lawyer

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Leif Howard

Criminal defense lawyer

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Holly Waltman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Madelyn Pavon Suriel

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jonathan Lacour

Business lawyer

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Michael LeMond

Criminal defense lawyer

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Matthew Berkus

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Kevin Majeske

Criminal defense lawyer

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Frank Cetero

Workers compensation lawyer

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Andy Cohen

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mark Henry

Litigation lawyer

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M. Baig

Litigation lawyer

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Tosif Chouhan

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jonathon Majeske

Criminal defense lawyer

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Simon Kabzan

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Best of Atlanta, Atlanta Magazine

2019

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2018

Best of Atlanta, Atlanta Magazine

2018

Men of the Year - Criminal Defense, Modern Luxury Magazine

2018

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Best of Atlanta, Atlanta Magazine

2017

Georgia Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Best of Atlanta, Atlanta Magazine

2016

Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters Super Lawyers

2015

Top 40 Under 40, National Academy of Legal advocates

2015

Client's Choice, Avvo

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Client's Choice, Avvo

2014

Top Contributor Award, Avvo

2014

Top 10 under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2013

Clients Choice Award, Avvo

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2013

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2012

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2004

Employee of the Quarter, Fulton County Public Defender

2000

Cum Laude Graduate (With Honors), Michigan State College of Law

1999

Best Oralist, Michigan State College of Law Moot Court Board

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Attorney, Ghanayem & Rayasam, LLC

2007 - 2010

Partner, Cetero & Ghanayem, Long Island New york

2005 - 2007

Assistant District Attorney, Dekalb County District Attorney's Office

2001 - 2005

Assistant Public Defender, Fulton County Public Defender's Office

2000 - 2001

Senior Associate Specializing in Qui Tam Law, Law offices of Mike Bothwell

Associations

2013 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2013 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Member

2013 - Present

AFRP

Legal Advisor

New York State Bar Association

State Bar of Georgia

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Suffolk County Criminal Bar Association

Member

Northern District of Georgia

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Newton County Fraud and Elder Abuse Case

Dismissed pre-indiictment

Trafficking in Methamphetamine

Dismissed based on Victory for Motion to Suppress

Rockdale County DUI

Case Dismissed

Constitutional Speedy Trial Demand

Case Dismissed Outright

State v. Eldorado Red - Fulton County

Acquitted of Murder, Felony Murder and Aggravated Assault Charges

State v. Victor Hill

Client acquitted on ALL CHARGES

Fulton County aggravated assault, armed robbery, battery

Nolle Pros (Dismissed post indictment)

DeKalb County Double Homicide

Case Dismissed

Henry County Deposit Account Fraud Case

Dismissed

Muskogee County Possession With Intent to Distribute Cocaine

Not Presented to the Grand Jury (Dismissed)

Marijuana Trafficking over 200 lbs.

Case dismissed

Fulton County Murder Case

Nolle Pros while Jury was waiting to be selected

Constitutional Speedy on a Murder case

Dismissed on Constitutional Speedy Issues

NY Attempted Murder Charge

Plea to a Misdemeanor with no period of incarceration

Fulton County Murder case

Dismissed at the preliminary hearing and never indicted

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Education

2000

Michigan State University

JD - Juris Doctor - Cum Laude

1997

University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2016

AFRP Mid Year Meeting

The State of the Constution

2014

Bianca Burwell Show The Grand Jury

2013

AFRP

Constitutional Committee Amendments

N/A

New Order Events, as well as Speaking Engagements at Alternative Schools

Legal Adviser to the New Order Human Rights Organization

Publications

2012

Hathihe Ramallah Board of Director AFRP 501(c)3

Languages

English

Arabic

Activity

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