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Reviews consistently praise the lawyer's exceptional knowledge, responsiveness, and professionalism. Many clients report successful outcomes, frequently noting DUI charges reduced to reckless driving, often avoiding jail time and license suspension. The lawyer and their team are highly regarded for their effective communication and dedication.

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Showing 231 - 235 of 475 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by anonymous | February 04, 2015

I recommend Richard Lawson!

I contacted Mr. Lawson after being arrested on a first offense DUI and failure to maintain lane charges. Richard quickly returned my call and explained the charges and eased my fears. Believe me, I was terrified of the consequences of my charges. Over the next few months I followed his expert advic...e and, if I had questions, I only needed to call his office and I had an answer right away. When my court date arrived Mr. Lawson had my DUI reduced to reckless driving and I am able to keep my license without restrictions! I have no doubt this positive outcome is the result of hiring the number one DUI attorney in GA!

Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2015

Recent DUI reduced to reckless driving!

I Just had an absolutely phenomenal outcome with my DUI charge, thanks to Mr. Lawson. I hired Richard specifically to get my charges reduced and he did it! Losing my license, even for a short period, would have been devastating to my career. I could not have rationally expected any better result t...han reducing my charges to Reckless Driving, which is exactly what he was able to do. He was very responsive to all of my questions and concerns, even through the holidays, and advised me on a number of preemptive steps to take that undoubtedly helped create such a favorable result and have also made the ultimate penalties much more tolerable. I would hire Richard again 100 out of 100 times (although there will definitely not be another...).

Posted by NMC | January 26, 2015

Extremely Helpful

I was charged with speeding and DUI under 21 in a small Georgia town with a tough judge. I called Richard Lawson, and he provided a thorough explanation of the process and spent time analyzing my case. In the time between our initial contact and my court date, he was always available to answer questi...ons and to give advice. The day I was to appear in court, Mr. Lawson met me at the courthouse and informed me that I would likely be able to have my charges reduced, because I was a first-time offender. He was able to have my charges dismissed under the condition that I complete a pretrial diversion program. I have since completed the program and begun the record restriction process, which is a major relief, being that a criminal record can smudge a person's reputation. Richard Lawson's professionalism and knowledge were pivotal in my case, and I am very grateful for his assistance.

Posted by anonymous | January 14, 2015

Outstanding

Upon being charged with my second DUI and receceiving less than optimistic projections for my case from a number of attorneys consulted with initially, I thought I was facing losing everything, including my career in the medical field. It was not until I consulted Mr. R. Lawson that I felt the slight...est hope for my case considering the charges brought against me. Not only did R. Lawson treat me with with respect and convey a genuine sense of interest and empathy from the start, but he was accessible, prompt, and thorough - traits that appear to be conspicuously absent in many, if not most, attorneys today. Mr. Lawson walked me through each step of this exceedingly intimidating process, keeping an open line of communication and maintaining exemplary customer service skills throughout the duration of the proceedings. Mr. Lawson was able to negotiate my 2nd DUI/Failure to Maintain Lanes/Reckless Driving charges down to a simple Reckless Driving charge, without ever having to go to trial. From the bottom of my heart, I urge any individual in a situation similar, (or dissimilar) to mine involving a DUI charge, to consider that the cost of being represented by an outstanding attorney such as this is but a modicum of the devastating and lifelong cost of being convicted of a DUI...and to contact Richard Lawson for representation.

Posted by anonymous | January 12, 2015

Great Experience

Richard was my first point of contact following an arrest for DUI and failure to maintain lane. He was great in listening to my situation and explaining the steps that would follow and the structure of his and his team's work. He ended up getting me in touch with a member of his team who provided exc...ellent representation. I wouldn't have gotten that without Richard. Thank you.

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