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The lawyer is consistently praised for exceptional legal expertise, particularly in DUI cases, often achieving dismissals or significant reductions. Clients frequently highlight the lawyer's clear communication, professionalism, and supportive approach, leading to highly favorable outcomes and peace of mind.

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Posted by Jacob | May 30, 2014

So very glad I found her!

In August 2013 I found myself with a DUI. I did not know the first thing about how to even approach this situation, but I did know that my job depended on me not having a DUI on my record. I began to search for a lawyer not fully knowing exactly what to look for. After a full day of searching I had a... list of names to call. Most of the people I spoke with treated me as another client and money making opportunity. When I finally got to Sara, I felt relieived to hear someone who genuiely sounded concerned for my problem. She immediately told me her opinions on what I could do and told me she would work with me on my payments. I let myself think ovrernight on all that I had heard that day, but I was pretty sure Sara was the right choice. I am so glad that I decided on her as my lawyer. during our first meeting she insured me that I should let her do the worrying and I should trust her. She had this confidence that at the time I could not have. She worked very hard on my case and kept me informed on all that was going on. After all was said and done she not only got my charge reduced but utilmately allowed me to be in control of my own fate only providing support and an informed opinion on what I should do. I can not assure the same outcome for everyone, but she was able to get me exactly what I asked for when we first met and I will be forever grateful for her and all of her work on my case. Sara Gheesling is an amazing lawyer and person. If you are looking for a lawyer to approach your situation as an individual and not just another job, I strongly suggest you give her a chance!

Posted by leigh | October 25, 2013

Sara has been a life saver! Literally!

I was faced with a 2nd DUI in 5 years in Gwinnett County. Not good. I also work in a career that requires me to hold a professional license which I was very concerned about and keeping my job. Even though we weren't able to negotiate a lesser charge, Sara did work very hard to get the best possible o...utcome for me that I had made clear I would accept. She kept me out of a lengthy jail sentence which saved my job! Basically Sara told me the plea we took is the best one she's seen for my type of case. She worked VERY hard for me and listened to my countless hours of emotional drama along the way. At times I even felt as if she empathized greatly with me and the outcome was juat as important to her as it was me. My life wa on the line and she knew it. I would recommend her to anyone. she is so very knowledgeable and I always feel like she's on my side! Totally professional and also a nice person in general.

Posted by Emily Sipes | August 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney

WORST EXPIERIENCE EVER

I got a DUI in Loganville, GA. This was my first DUI and I was terrified. I did not know what to do and I could not have this on my record. I was referred to Sara by a friend at work. He said that she was "The best DUI attorney ever." I read Saras reviews and I immediately called her. She lets you se...t up payment plans so I was very happy about that. We spoke about everything and I started paying her $300 weekly until I paid the full $2665 off before my court date. The day before my court date she called me and said that there really was nothing she could do for my case. I wish I would've known that from the beginning or I wouldn't have hired her. But of course she didn't tell me that when I hired her. We met at court the next morning. First of all, Sara was late. I had to call her to make sure she that she was still coming. When she finally showed up she didn't even remember what I looked like, and she had to call my name in front of everyone to remember who I was. She then stated that she would ask to have the charges reduced to wreckless driving (which I still to this day do not believe she did). She pulled me aside literally minutes before we went in front of the judge and said that she couldn't do ANYTHING for my case. There was nothing I could do at that point. We went upstairs to the courtroom where everyone (without lawyers) were making deals & having charges dropped and reduced left and right. I looked at Sara & whispered "Why are they dropping charges for these people but they won't atleast reduce my DUI?" She stated, "Because marijuana charges aren't that big of a deal." Excuse me, what?? We went in front of the judge, she barely spoke to the judge at all. I asked her to ask the judge if I could atleast be on non-reporting probation since Loganville was so far from my house. She barely did that for me. I actually had to nudge her when the judge asked if we had any further questions. I know for a fact that I would have been better off representing myself. I got the maximum penalty for a DUI. I spent more on a lawyer than I did on the DUI. When we went downstairs to sign more papers, the employees of the court told me that I could not drive off by myself or I would automatically be arrested. I needed to get a ride to the DMV to obtain my driving permit before I could drive anywhere by myself. Sara said "As a courtesy I will drive you to the DMV since you have nobody else, but honestly if they are busy I do not feel like waiting for you so you will need to take an uber back." I could not believe my ears. I was about an hour from home so I had nobody else. Thankfully the DMV was dead and she actually waited for me. (The DMV was minutes from the court by the way). This was probably the worst expierience I have ever had. I was very disappointed. I still to this day cannot believe how everything panned out.

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