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Richard Scott Lawson
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Don't Trust Your Future To A "General Practitioner." Call an Expert (24/7) 404-816-4440

My practice is focused on aggressive DUI and Criminal Defense.   Most attorneys are "general practitioners" that take a variety of cases.  I focus my practice on DUI and Criminal Defense.  As a former prosecutor, I am trained by the same people who are prosecuting your case.  I will use my experience to get you the best possible result.  The DUI and Criminal Defense Lawyers in our office serve all of greater Metro-Atlanta and all of North Georgia.

Practice areas

Criminal defenseDUI and DWI
  1. DUI and DWI: 75%

    Contested DUI Cases and Marijuana Cases Top-Rated and Most Reviewed DUI Lawyer in Georgia

    25 years, 4,800 cases

  2. Criminal defense: 25%

    Contested Criminal Cases. Top-Rated Criminal Defense Attorney in Georgia

    25 years, 1,000 cases

Languages spoken

English

Photos and videos

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Contact

3455 Peachtree Rd NE.
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The Law Offices of Richard S. Lawson

3455 Peachtree Rd NE.
Suite 500
Atlanta, GA, 30326

Office (404) 816-4440

Website

https://www.dui.info

Georgia Criminal Lawyer

Atlanta DUI Lawyer

Gwinnett County DUI Lawyer

Cobb County DUI Lawyer

The Law Offices of Richard S. Lawson

1827 Powers Ferry Road Bldg. 5
Marietta, GA, 30339

Office (404) 816-4440

The Law Offices of Richard S. Lawson

300 Colonial Center Pkwy, Suite 100
Roswell, GA, 30076

Office (404) 816-4440

The Law Offices of Richard S. Lawson

1755 North Brown Road
Suite 200
Lawrenceville, GA, 30045

Office (404) 816-4440

The Law Offices of Richard S. Lawson

487 Morrision Moore Parkway West
Dahlonega, GA, 30533

Office (404) 816-4440

The Law Offices of Richard S. Lawson

131 Prominence Court, Suite 100
Dawsonville, GA, 30534

Office (404) 816-4440

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
GAActive Member in Good Standing 199503/15/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers155
Legal guides5
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Featured SpeakerDUI Investigations LLC2013
Mentor VolunteerSupreme Court of Georgia2012
Fee Arbitration JudgeState Bar of Georgia2009
Investigations in DUI Cases Highlighted SpeakerGeorgia Association of Private Investigators2007
ICLE Speaker- Teaching Lawyers DUI DefenseICLE2006
ICLE Teaching Lawyers DUI DefenseICLE2004
US District Court Northern District of Georgia AdmissionUnited States District Court Northern District of Geogia2001
NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety InstructorNHTSA2000
Instructor Defending a DUI CaseGeorgia Indigent Defense Council2000
SpeakerGeorgia Indigent Defense Council2000
DUI / DWI NHTSA Field Sobriety InstructorNational Highway Traffic Safety Administration2000
DUI and Vehicular Homicide CourseProsecuting Attorneys Council of Georgia1996
Supreme Court of Georgia AdmissionGeorgia Supreme Court1995
Georgia Court of Appeals AdmissionGeorgia Court of Appeals1995
Emory Mock Trial Program Winning AttorneyEmory University Law School1994
Phi Theta Kappa AwardPhi Theta Kappa Honor Society1990
Canoe / Small Craft InstructorAmerican Red Cross1988
Advanced LifesavorAmerican Red Cross1986
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
SpeakerInstitute of Continuing Legal Education2002 - Present
Attorney / OwnerLaw Office of Richard S. Lawson1997 - Present
Court Appointed "A" rated AttorneyGwinnett County Court Appointed "A" List1997 - 2001
AssociateLaw Office of Turner and Willis1997 - 1997
Court Appointed Felony Defense AttorneyEnotah Judicial Circuit1997 - 2004
Assistant District AttorneyEnotah Judicial Circuit District Attorney1995 - 1997
Court Appointed Public DefenderCity of Roswell Georgia1995 - 2003
Court Appointed Public DefenderCity of Alpharetta Georgia1995 - 2000
Assistant Solicitor GeneralGwinnett County Solicitor General's Office1995 - 1995
Summer AssociateFriedman and Montalto1994 - 1994
Summer AssociateWayne County Michigan Prosecutor1993 - 1993
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
United State District Court Northern District GeorgiaAdmitted2001 - Present
Georgia DODD GroupMember1997 - Present
Georgia Defense of Drinking DriversMember1997 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaActive Member1995 - Present
Georgia Court of AppealsAdmitted1995 - Present
Georgia Supreme CourtAdmitted1995 - Present
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
DUI Super SymposiumPlea Negotiations Powerpoint2013
www.dui.infoGeorgia DUI Information Website2012
Navigating DUI Drug CasesThe Inside Minds2012
Thomson ReutersNavigating DUI Drug Cases2012
Georgia DUI AttorneyGeorgia DUI Lawyer2012
Atlanta DUI LawyerAtlanta DUI Attorney2012
Georgia Association of Private InvestigatorsInvestigations in DUI CASES2007
Defense of Drinking Driver's InstituteOpening Statement and Voir Dire2006
Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE Georgia)Voir Dire and Opening Statements2006
Georgia Association of Private InvestigatorsDUI Investigations2005
Defense of Drinking Drivers Institute"It's Only a DUI"2004
Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE Georgia)Only a DUI2004
Defense of Drinking Drivers InstituteLegal Ethics2002
Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE Georgia)Ethics2002
Institute of Continuing Legal Education (Georgia)Client Intake Form2001
Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE Georgia)Fee Agreements2001
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
National Highway Traffic Safety AdministrationCertified DUI / DWI Field Sobriety Instructor2000
Emory University School of LawLaw1995
University of MichiganBA - Bachelor of Arts1992
Northwestern Michigan CollegeAssociate of Arts1990
American Red CrossSmall Craft Instructor Certification1988
Wayne County School of LawN/AN/A
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
DUI Super SymposiumPlea Negotiations2013
Georgia Private Investigators AssociationInvestigations in DUI Cases2007
Institute for Continuing Legal EducationICLE2006
Georgia Association of Private InvestigatorsDUI Investigations2005
Institute for Continuing Legal EducationDUI Defense2004
Georgia Private Investigators AssociationInvestigations in DUI Cases2004
ICLE Defense of Drinking Drivers InstituteLegal Ethics in a DUI Case2002
Defense of Drinking Drivers GroupUsing an Investigator in DUI Cases2002
Defending at DUI CaseCross Examination2000
Forsyth County Sheriff's ReserveDUI Investigations1999
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
State v. DSNo Jail!
State v. BCReckless Driving on 2nd DUI
State v. SHCase Reduced to Reckless Driving
State v. YSCase Reduced to Reckless Driving
State v. RACase Reduced to Reckless Driving
State v. FFCase Reduced to Reckless Driving
State v ABCase Reduced to Reckless Driving
State v. KDDUI reduced to Reckless Driving
State v. AZCase Reduced to Reckless Driving
Contested Cherokee County DUI JURY TRIAL"Not Guilty"
State v. CCReduced Sentence
State v. JPCase Reduced to Reckless Driving
State v. MWCase Reduced to Reckless Driving

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Professional and gets things done

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Mr Lawson was ready to answer any questions I had and knew exactly what needed to be done to get me the best result. He was ready to go to court as many times as it took to get me the desired result. He is very approachable, knowledgeable and generally cares. Mr. Lawson made what could have been a horrible experience a pleasant one. Follow his advice to the T and he will get you there.
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Attorney Richard Larson took charge of my case from the first call I made to him. He was always immeadiately available until it was resolved to my satisfaction. He is the best legal representation you can have if you ever get a DUI. Thank you Richard.
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Frank Gomez, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jan 24, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer's work. Richard is an awesome trial attorney that gets the job done in court and behind the scenes for his clients.He has a tremendous dedication for the practice of law and cares deeply about providing zealous representation to his clients. I constantly contact Richard to get his perspective about my cases and various legal issues pertaining to DUI law. I cannot think of a finer person of good ethical character than Richard Lawson to be your attorney if you need help with a criminal matter.

Allison McCarthy, Divorce and separation Attorney on Aug 13, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

As a fellow attorney in the Atlanta/Athens area, I have known Richard Lawson for a long time. He has a fantastic presence in the courtroom. He defends and is behind his client 110%. I have seen him conduct hearings and trials in DUI cases, with great confidence. He is extremely knowledgeable and keeps up with current law.

Gabriel Winters, DUI and DWI Attorney on Feb 14, 2017
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

I endorse this lawyer. Richard is not only the best DUI attorney in Georgia - the way he treats his clients is second to none. If you're looking for the best possible outcome and client experience - then you need Richard Lawson.

Christina Champagne, Immigration Attorney on Jan 27, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Richard is professional, patient, and unmatched in the courtroom. He has tried an enormous number of cases, and he has the wisdom to prove it! He is a fantastic mentor and leader within the attorney community. If you or a loved one find themselves in a bind with a DUI or other criminal case, look no further than this exceptional attorney – he has my full endorsement.

Thomas Wallin, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 22, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I had a chance to speak with Richard Lawson and I can tell you he is an expert on DUI cases. He cares about his clients and is on top of the latest developments in DUI law. If stopped for a DUI in the Atlanta area you would be wise to call him and get the facts about your case.

Christopher Ivory, Intellectual property Attorney on Apr 25, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Richard Lawson is not only a superb attorney, but a superb case manager and the ultimate leader. Not only does he handle his own cases with precision and perfect strategy, but he grooms other attorneys to do the same. Richard was instrumental in my early career and I can never repay him for the experience he gave me. It is with the utmost respect and admiration that I endorse Mr. Lawson.

Daniel Callahan, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 10, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Jonathan Lacour, Employment and labor Attorney on Apr 28, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. One of the absolute best for DUIs.

Michael Zoldan, Employment and labor Attorney on Feb 20, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Judd Nemiro

I endorse this lawyer.

Robert Cohen, Probate Attorney on Feb 8, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. He really knows his stuff.

Jeffrey Ivashuk, Car accident Attorney on Feb 6, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Highly respected in the legal community.

Stephen Riexinger, Car accident Attorney on Jan 21, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Excellent job and a very good result.

Blake Marcus, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jan 6, 2015
Relationship: Other

I endorse this lawyer.

David Abels, Car accident Attorney on Oct 28, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. He is dedicated to his practice and to his clients, and the fact that over 100 lawyers have already endorsed him says a lot. Excellent client reviews as well.

Daniel Stone, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Oct 16, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. This lawyer knows his stuff.

Bretton Barber, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 14, 2014
Relationship: Other

I whole-hardheartedly endorse Richard Scott Lawson. His knowledge in the area of DUI is clearly unparalleled in Atlanta, and probably in all of Georgia. Anyone with him on their side has a fighter!

William Ebsary, DUI and DWI Attorney on Sep 24, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Richard is a respected Georgia DUI Lawyer, whose publications are extremely helpful to DUI Defense Attorneys throughout the country. Check out his DUI news blog here: http://www.dui.info/blog

Scott Lewis, Social security Attorney on Sep 11, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

This lawyer has my endorsement.

Julia Dolman, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 9, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Richard Lawson is the premier DUI/DWI defense attorney in Georgia. He has dedicated his career to ensuring that the rights of those accused of a DUI/DWI are protected. Mr. Lawson possesses vast experience in handling all aspects of DUI cases. The depth of his experience ensures that his clients are provided an even playing field when competing with the resources of the prosecution. Mr. Lawson remains at the forefront of trends and new developments within the areas of criminal law and DUI defense in order to best serve the needs of his clients. His dedication to the profession is unmatched. If you find yourself struggling with the uncertainty that accompanies receiving a DUI, Richard Lawson is the attorney you need to demystify the process and protect your rights. I endorse this lawyer.

Alan Eisner, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 3, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

DUI attorney Richard Lawson has track record of success defending his clients against any type of driving under the influences charges in Georgia. He has also earned the respect of his peers in the legal industry. I fully endorse him.

Thomas Huguenor, Family Attorney on Aug 29, 2014
Relationship: Other

I am an attorney in California and I've followed the legal posts of Richard S. Lawson. Since he was a former DUI prosecutor and now DUI defense attorney, he is the one to call. I endorse this lawyer.

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