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For more than 16 years, Kimberly Berry has successfully represented individuals charged with DUI, misdemeanor and serious felony charges. She is a partner at Lawson and Berry.
She has experience conducting hearings and motions in courts throughout the state of Georgia and maintains an aggressive trial practice defending those wrongly accused. She has had incredible success defending those in cases ranging from DUI to vehicular homicide to rape and child molestation. She is know state-wide as a sex offense expert. Ms. Berry is a graduate of Vanderbilt University School of Law, where she was a Dean's Scholar. She has an undergraduate degree from the University of Georgia and is a graduate of Gwinnett County public schools. She began her legal career as a public defender and was selected into the Georgia Public Defender Standards Council Honors Program for outstanding law school graduates. Ms. Berry is admitted to practice in all juvenile, state, recorders, municipal, and superior courts of Georgia as well as the Georgia Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of Georgia.
In addition, Ms. Berry also handles criminal defense cases in federal prosecutions in the Northern District of Georgia. In 2012, Ms. Berry applied for acceptance at the national Trial Lawyers College and was selected from a pool of applicants nationwide to attend the prestigious program in advanced trial law techniques. She graduated from the college in August 2012.
Most recently, she has been honored by being independently rated as “Superb 10.0” by the Avvo rating service, joining a select and elite group of nationally recognized criminal defense lawyers. She has dedicated her practice to defending the rights of the accused.
Ms. Berry is committed to giving each of her clients' personal attention and fighting hard to ensure that they receive the best possible outcome in their case, whether that be through negotiating a favorable plea bargain or effectively presenting the case at a jury trial. While Ms. Berry is an accomplished trial lawyer, she is often able to negotiate a charge down to something that does not go on one's record, therefore, making a trial not necessary.
The best lawyers in Georgia recognize Ms. Berry's courtroom accomplishments, and her clients are in good hands as her office is recognized as one of the premier criminal defense law firms in Metro Atlanta and North Georgia.
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Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
20 years | 2,150 cases
DUI and DWI
25%
20 years | 1,100 cases
Sex Crime
25%
20 years | 150 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2024 2022 2021
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Licenses
Licensed in Georgia for 18 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Lawson & Berry
(404) 800-7286
Mobile
3455 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 500, Atlanta, GA, 30326
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1755 North Brown Road, Suite 200, Lawrenceville, GA, 30043
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300 Colonial Center Parkway, Suite 100, Roswell, GA, 30076
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Posted by Kevin | November 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Lawyer who cares
When I was incarcerated, my family was in a panic and sought out someone to represent me in my case. They chose to go through Lawson & Berry and Kimberly Berry was the one to represent me. She fought diligently to get a bond set for my case after I was denied the first time. When the bond was set and...
Posted by Casey | August 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Completely amazing!
Mrs. Berry impressed me from our very first conversation. When all the other lawyers I had a consultation with was trying to scare me into hiring them Kimberly was a voice of reason. She immediately calmed my nerves and let me know the likely scenarios. Her partners and staff were always professional...
Posted by anonymous | December 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
DUI plead down to reckless driving
I got arrested for DUI and as an immigrant on a visa I was panicked. after frantically looking for attorneys online, I discovered Kimberly here. Kimberly was very compassionate, informed me about the realities and gave it to me straight. Even though she was pretty confident of pleading down to reckle...
Posted by anonymous | December 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
I've got my life back!
I was charged with a DUI for refusing a breathalyzer in 2018, and after doing a frantic internet deep dive for the best DUI attorneys in Atlanta, I found Kimberly Berry. Kimberly's team was competent, compassionate, and communicative during the most nerve-wracking part of my life. Kimberly worked har...
Posted by John G | February 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Fantastic, knowledge ,
I hired Kimberly Berry among my second DUI. Kimberly Barry is extremely fantastic knowledgeable and educated in the court system. I punchality and ability to articulate for her clients are bar none, her team is fantastic and I will highly recommend her services for anyone looking for legal help.
Kimberly Ann Berry's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Kimberly is an awesome DUI awyer. I fully endorse her work!"
"Kimberly is a brilliant attorney who fearlessly defends her clients. You can't go wrong with your case if Kimberly is your advocate."
"I endorse this lawyer. Kim is one of the most experienced DUI attorneys in Georgia. You can rest assured you will receive the best outcome possible with her as your attorney."
"Kimberly is exactly the type of attorney you want in your corner. She's a bulldog in the courtroom, she goes above and beyond for every client, and she's mindful of even the most minor ways a criminal case can impact a client's life. Her skills and compassion are unmatched, and I'd recommend her services to anyone facing criminal charges in Georgia."
"Kimberly is wholly dedicated to her clients. She is a fierce trial attorney who does not give up until her clients are completely satisfied! I endorse her legal skills and hard work."
"I couldn't be more esteemed to endorse Kimberly. She is adored by her clients and colleagues alike. What's most impressive is the frequency at which she tries cases - perhaps the most of any attorney in the state. When I became an attorney she instantly took me under her wing and not only trusted me with critical matters, but guided the entire process for a great result every time. Kimberly is definitely a 5 star lawyer and I'm glad to say that I am her peer."
"I have worked with Kimberly on several matters. She is an incredibly knowledgable and talented attorney who gets fantastic results for her clients. I strongly recommend her to anyone in need of a top notch DUI lawyer."
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"Kim is the go-to lawyer when it comes to representing individuals charged with driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. I would highly recommend her to anyone who needs assistance."
"Kimberly is a fantastic criminal defense attorney with the knowledge and experience to handle criminal matters the right way the first time. She works extremely hard to get amazing results for her clients."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Top 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers under 40, The American Society of Legal Advocates
2012
Membership, DODD
2012
Selected to attend, Trial Lawyers College
2011
DUI Detection & Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, National Highway Transportation Safety Administration
2009
Admitted to Court, United States District Court for Northern District of GA
2008
Admission to Practice, Supreme Court of Georgia
2008
Admission to Practice, Georgia Court of Appeals
2008
Appt to indigent defense panel, Gwinnett County Administrative Office of the Courts
2007
Public Interest Award, Vanderbilt University Public Interest Society
2007
Honors Program, Georgia Public Defenders Standards Council
2005
Mock Trial, Vanderbilt Law School
2000
Captain of Debate Team, North Gwinnett High School
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Partner, Lawson & Berry
2012 - 2017
Junior Partner, Law Offices of Richard S. Lawson
2010 - 2012
Attorney, The Law Office of Richard S. Lawson
2009 - 2010
Attorney, Ragsdale, Beals, Seigler, Patterson & Gray, LLP
2009 - 2011
Attorney, The McAleer Law Firm
2008 - 2009
Attorney, Hoppe, Collins & Ojeda
2007 - 2008
Attorney, LMJC Public Defender's Office
2007 - 2007
Law Clerk, Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit
2006 - 2008
Teacher, Princeton Review
2006 - 2006
Law Clerk, Tennessee Department Of Children's Services
2004 - 2007
Attorney intern, Legal Aid Society Nashville, TN
Associations
2014 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersAttorney Member
2012 - Present
Georgia Defense of Drinking DriversAssociate Member
2012 - Present
Atlanta Bar Association, Litigation SectionAttorney Member
2012 - Present
www.dui.infoMember
2011 - Present
DUIGEORGIA.comAttorney
2011 - Present
duilawyerhallcounty.comAttorney Member
2010 - Present
www.georgiaduidefense.comAttorney
2009 - Present
United States District Court for the Northern District of GeorgiaMember
2008 - Present
Supreme Court of GeorgiaAdmitted to Practice
2008 - Present
Georgia Court of AppealsAdmitted to Practice
2007 - Present
State Bar of Georgia
2007 - Present
State Bar of Georgia, Young Lawyers DivisionMember
2008 - 2013
Georgia Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2008 - 2010
Georgia High School Mock Trial CompetitionJudge
2008 - 2009
Gwinnett County Bar Association, Criminal SectionAttorney Member
2007 - 2010
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. D. C.
Not Guilty on all charges
State v. B.E
DUI Dismissed and Reduced to Reckless Driving
State v. E.M.
DUI Dismissed
DUI and Failure to Maintain Lane - all charges dismissed
Complete dismissal
Personal Injury Case
$100000.00 Settlement
State v. W.C
Reckless Driving
In RE. D.L.
Dismissed
Trial on Civil Battery Case
Jury Verdict $92000.00
Soft Tissue Personal Injury Case
$50000.00 Settlement
In the Interest of C. E. H., a child, Georgia Court of Appeals, 297 Ga. App. 467
The court held that the proper prosecutor was the ADA and not a DJJ officer
DUI Case - Cobb County
DUI charge dismissed
Education
2012
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
F. Warrior
2012
Institute of Continuing Legal Education
CLE
2011
NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Tests
Certification in SFTS
2011
Chemical Testing Impaired Driving Seminar
Certificate of attendance
2011
Institute of Continuing Legal Education
CLE
2007
Vanderbilt University Law School
Juris Doctorate (JD)
2003
University of Georgia
undergraduate
N/A
University of Georgia
Master of Science coursework
N/A
North Gwinnett High School
HS diploma
Speaking Engagements
2013
WXIA 11 Alive News
Featured Sandy Springs Law Firm
2008
Univeristy of TN - Chattanooga Mock Trial
Guest Judge
2008
Public Defender's Office
Trial Preparation to Fellow Attorneys
2008
Princeton Review
Law School Prep
2007
Teen Court Programs
Teen Courts
Publications
2013
WXIA 11 Alive News webpage
Personal Injury cases
2013
Dui.info
DUI Cases in Atlanta
2012
Aspatore Book publication
DUI - Drug Cases - co-authored with Richard Lawson
2012
Cobb County DUI
Contributor
2012
Georgia DUI DEFENSE
Legal Blogger
2012
Cherokee County DUI
Article on Breath Tests
2012
www.dui.info
Contributing author
2012
Georgia Personal Injury Website
Georgia Personal Injury
2012
Thomson Reuters
Inside Minds
2011
Gwinnett County DUI
Legal Blogger
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers