Desmond Antonio Humphrey

Desmond Antonio Humphrey

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 11 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, White Collar Crime

3355 Lenox Road Ste 750, Atlanta, GA

About Desmond

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 34%

If you are suspected of a crime or charged with a violation of law, you may require the services of a criminal defense attorney to present your defense or negotiate a penalty. As different rules and procedures exist for different offenses, you should

34%
Federal Crime 33%

The U.S. government, sometimes referred to as the “federal” government, has decided that a number of activities are criminal. These federal crimes are typically very serious and are tried in federal courts under special federal rules of procedure. So

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White Collar Crime 33%

White collar crime defines a criminal activity committed without using violence. Examples include insider trading, insurance fraud, tax fraud, securities and investment fraud, and identity theft. If you are accused of committing a white collar crime,

33%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 11 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2014

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Humphrey & Ballard Law, LLC

3355 Lenox Road Ste 750, Atlanta, GA, 30326

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Desmond Antonio Humphrey's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

33 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Mark Guillory | October 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Attorney of the Year

May 2016, I was facing (5) serious felony charges in Cobb County, Georgia, which if found guilty would have resulted in a life sentence. I hired an attorney shortly after who I thought had my best interest but learned later he was very incompetent. After firing him, I did some research around Metro A...tlanta and found a skillful trial attorney name Desmond Humphrey. When I consulted with Mr. Humphrey, he took a personal interest in my case and orchestrated a plan to fight hard for my FREEDOM. After being on bond for roughly (18) months and numerous plea deals from the district attorney, Mr. Humphrey was able to get (4) of the (5) charges dismissed in January 2018. I then entered a non-negotiated Alfred plea and was sentenced to (5) years probation with (6) months to serve. I was very pleased with the outcome of my case and give all thanks to GOD for allowing Mr. Humphrey to do what he do best. If you want an attorney who will listen to your concerns, answer your questions, simplify the law and communicate every step of the way, I suggest you contact Desmond Humphrey, the professional lawyer.

Posted by Kyanna | July 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Determined Attorney

I was referred to Mr. Humphrey in reference to clearing my background not only is he helping me in that situation currently, I had a pending DUI case. He fought for me and went the extra mile. Great defense Attorney! Best decision I could of made. He takes the time to get to know his clients and dist...ance was never a issue. I live 2.5 hours away and never was he hesitant to represent my cases miles away. I appreciate everything he has done for me and his is very responsive and educated on the law. Great Law Firm, awesome man. I will definitely refer Mr. Humphrey. 5 star Attorney.

Desmond Humphrey

Replied last July 18, 2017

Kyanna! Thank you for this review. God bless you.

Posted by Nathan | July 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Knowledgeable and driven! He really cares!

My experience with Attorney Humphrey was and had been nothing less then copacetic! I have been a professional worker for over 10 years and thought that I would never need a defense attorney in my life. Sadly, I had to find one and this was a decision like no other, this meant freedom or not. I search...ed high and low. I had friends and relatives recommending attorneys. Attorney Humphrey was one of them. Then I started looking at reviews. Attorney Humphrey’s reviews were the best I had read. I was skeptical and had to talk to him. Well after talking to him and a few other attorneys (5 other attorneys) it was clear that Attorney Humphrey really wanted to help me in this case. He not only remembered the details of my case after I hadn’t talked to him in weeks, he would texts me in between times to ask how I was doing… an attorney that really cared. The decision was made. During the course of my hearings I got frustrated, at no fault of Attorney Humphrey. The courts did not have there stuff together; however, Attorney Humphrey kept me updated without me having to call or text him. If I did call/text him he always always always got back to me IF, he did not pick up or respond via text right away. The text did not stop coming after he was hired which let me know he really cared. When it came down to talking to the judge, Attorney Humphrey talked with confidence and knowledge. Attorney Humphrey found a newer case law that went hand and hand with my situation. This meant my case files will be sealed and expunged thanks to the hard work Attorney Humphrey put in while he was in his office. He did not just work on my case when he heard from me or a court date was arriving. I cannot say it enough, ATTORNEY HUMPHREY REALLY CARES!!!! If you need a intelligent and driven representative, then Attorney Humphrey is your man. I do not wish that you need a defense attorney, but life happens. And if you find yourself in a bit of a predicament like I did, Attorney Humphrey is his name.

Desmond Humphrey

Replied last July 17, 2017

Nathan- Thank you for such an amazing review. It was truly an honor. Blessings to you man.

Posted by Rodney | March 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Above and Beyond

Desmond expertly handled my DUI case. I had been advised by other lawyers to just fold and accept the DUI charges. Desmond encouraged me to fight the charges, especially since they were false. He was knowledgeable, accessible, and guided me through every step of the process. Thanks to Desmond's hard ...work all DUI charges were dropped. I would absolutely recommend Desmond to anyone looking for a lawyer who will not seek the easy way out, but FIGHT for you every step of the way.

Desmond Humphrey

Replied last March 11, 2017

Thank you for taking the time to write such a thoughtful review. It was truly a pleasure working with and for you.

Posted by Anthony | March 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent Attorney

Mr. Humphrey is a truly dedicated attorney that I would recommend to anyone. Once I hired him he was very informative about my case, and was activate all the way thru. I had 5 misdemeanors facing 10 months in jail and he got it drop to 2 misdemeanor and 11 months probation (NO JAIL TIME).

Desmond Humphrey

Replied last March 03, 2017

Thank you for such a great review. It was a honor working for you.

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Desmond Antonio Humphrey's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tracy Udunka

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Humphrey has a wealth of experience as a criminal defense attorney. Having worked with him on a matter, I fully endorse him as someone who is highly skilled in the profession and cares about each and every one of his clients."

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Marc Robinson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I first met Desmond in law school. He is a dedicated attorney, very knowledgeable with regard to the law, and a very approachable guy. I would absolutely hire Desmond if I were in need of legal representation."

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Jania Braswell

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jennifer Gore

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am happy to endorse Attorney Desmond Humphrey. His passion for criminal law and his clients is apparent the moment you meet him. He is a driven and zealous advocate."

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Jorge Virguez

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Desmond is an excellent attorney who truly has his client's best interest when representing them I endorse Mr. Humphrey."

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Rotsen Law

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am pleased to endorse Attorney Humphrey. He is very passionate about his clients and their well-being. He always takes the time to do his homework on complicated criminal cases, especially those that intersect with immigration matters. I recommend Attorney Humprey for your criminal defense needs!"

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Brent Hardy

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Desmond without reservation. He has demonstrated an exceptional grasp of the law and has the skills of a superb litigator."

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Kathryn Boortz

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Desmond is a driven and compassionate attorney. He is a zealous advocate."

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Douglas Borthwick

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christina Champagne

Unknown lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Humphrey is a strong and knowledgeable attorney, always taking the most favorable position on his clients' behalf that he can. I endorse him for his dedication to his clients and their cases, no matter the circumstances."

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Tyler Moffitt

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Desmond Humphrey is a zealous advocate who is passionate about representing his clients. He works diligently to ensure his client's needs are met."

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Nicole Fegan

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Desmond Humphrey is devoted to his work and passionate for justice! I would and will recommend Mr. Humphrey for all criminal matters!"

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Dene Matthews

Unknown lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer for all things DUI and Criminal Law. He has assisted me in the past with criminal matters that I did not know how to handle. He knows his craft."

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Victoria Bridgeman

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Humphrey is a stellar attorney with a solid understanding of DUI/DWI law. His dedication to his clients shines through in his ability to quickly and efficiently handles cases with successful results. His impeccable knowledge and willingness to help his clients is unmatched in the area of DUI/DWI defense as well as criminal defense in general."

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Ashley Black

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Desmond Humphrey is an exceptional attorney. His drive and commitment to provide his clients the best representation is an inspiration to fellow lawyers in the community. I have personally had the chance to work with Attorney Humphrey on several matters and his professionalism and work ethic is like no other. If you are searching for a criminal defense or DUI attorney who will be committed to your cause look no further, you will find the best in Attorney Desmond Humphrey. I could endorse Desmond multiple times and I still wouldn't have enough words to explain how intelligent, hard working, and committed he is in his area of law. Desmond is and will always remain a great attorney!"

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Benjamin Goldberg

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Based on his knowledge of the law, as reflected in the informative responses he provides on the AVVO forums, as well as his stellar reputation in the legal community, I endorse Mr. Humphrey 100%."

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Kirstin Hartgens

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Desmond is committed to his clients and their personal needs. He excels in being knowledgable about the law, he keeps his clients updated on changes in their matter, and he works diligently to ensure his clients' needs are met and/or exceeded. Working him was a pleasure and great learning experience. I endorse this lawyer."

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Nathan McKinney

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Skilled and competent in all areas of law he practices. Straight forward advice on complex issues."

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Jay Winkler

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Friend

"Desmond has always been a hard worker and is very passionate about the law and advocating for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Howard Lewis

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Humphrey is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. I highly recommend his legal services."

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Christina Champagne

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Tyler Moffitt

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Nicole Fegan

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Watson Pierre

Criminal defense lawyer

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Dene Matthews

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Victoria Bridgeman

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Ashley Black

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Rising Star, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2018

Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2018

10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2018

Top 40 Under 40, National Black Lawyers

2017

Top lawyer to watch 2017, Atlanta legal magazine

2017

Top 100 Attorney, National Black Lawyers

2016

Federal Defense Attorney, Admission into Federal Court

2016

10 Best Under 40, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2015

10 Best Under 40, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2015

Client's Choice, AVVO

2015

Top contributor DUI, AVVO

2015

10 Best Under 40, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2014

Admission to Practice, Superior Court

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Criminal Defense Attorney, Gwinnett County Court Appointed "A" List

2014 - Present

Partner, Humphrey Law, LLC

2015 - 2015

Appointed Attorney, City Of Atlanta Public Defender's Office

2012 - 2012

Intern, W.Scott Smith PC

Associations

2014 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

2014 - Present

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2013 - Present

Criminal law Georgia bar section

memeber

2014 - 2015

Young Lawyers Association

criminal defense committee

Sample of Legal Cases

Felony Drug CASE!

9 counts dismissed client used first offender for Marijuana

State v. C. A.

dismissed

state v. Lawson

DUI Dismissed

State V. Williams

DUI Dsimissed

State. Q.O

dismissed

State v. Huntsinger

dismissed

State V. J.H

pending

DUI/ Possession of illegal substance

currently pending

Disorderly conduct

dissmissed

Giving False information to the police

dismissed

Bankruptcy advice

Advised accordingly

Probation hearing

non-reporting probation

Warrant quashed

Warrant quashed

Land lord tenant issue

Settled in favor of client

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Education

2013

John Marshall (Atlanta)

JD - Juris Doctor

2011

University of Tennessee, Knoxville (main)

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

Lee University

Speaking Engagements

2015

Decatur DUI School

Fighting Felony Charges

2015

30 ways to explode the Growth of your law firm

how to grow your law firm

2014

Lawyer Up

Under Age Drinking

2014

Bar Study

Passing the Bar

2014

Atlanta Legal Experts

DUI

Publications

2015

Humphrey Law Fighting a DUI

2014

Humphrey Law Dealing with DUI Road Blocks

2014

Humphrey Law Fighting Drug Cases

Languages

English

Activity

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