George Stein

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George Stein

also known as George Stein

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 34 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Motorcycle Accident

3715 Northside Pkwy, Suite 3-650, Atlanta, GA

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About George

Biography

Choose Georgia's Premier DUI Lawyer. 100% Dedicated to DUI Defense. Author of the Georgia DUI Book. Call for a FREE consultation.

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 95%

35 years | 6,000 cases

95%
Motorcycle Accident 5%

I take pride in helping downed bikers in the motorcycle community, We handle both criminal and civil related issues which was the result of an accident. Steel Horse Law is a "full service" law firm to the the biker community.

35 years | 1,000 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2024 2019 2018
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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 34 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1991

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

George A. Stein, Attorney At Law

3715 Northside Pkwy, Suite 3-650, Atlanta, GA, 30327

georgestein.com

George Stein's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

64 Client Reviews

Posted by anonymous | November 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Attention to (very small) details led to a HUGE win!

I couldn’t have asked for a better DUI lawyer than George Stein. From day one, he went above and beyond, bringing a level of creative thinking and deep expertise that immediately set my mind at ease. He took the time to understand every detail of my situation, explored strategies I never would have i...magined, and communicated clearly through every step of the process. His innovative approach and thorough preparation made all the difference. Thanks to his hard work and strategic insight, he submitted a motion to the judge to have the evidence in my case dismissed due to lack of following procedure (we’re talking a miss by literally a few minutes) by one of the officers initially on scene. This very minor detail could have and most likely would have been missed by other lawyers. The judge granted this motion and the prosecutor ultimately (reluctantly) chose to drop all charges in my case. George understood how remorseful I was and how this was truly a life changing event that ultimately made me turn my life around. I felt like I had someone in my corner who cared about the outcome as much as I did. If you need an attorney who is dedicated, knowledgeable, and willing to think outside the box, I wholeheartedly recommend George Stein. An outstanding lawyer and an even better advocate.

Posted by anonymous | September 3, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Results in a DUI case while the odds were stacked against us.

Expert guidance. Quick understanding of our unique scenario. Expert management of the case. Expert knowledge of the people/process of legal system in COBB county.

Posted by anonymous | March 5, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great communication

Turned a DUI charge into just a speeding ticket. Was on my side the entire time and without judgement. "You get what you pay for" is very true. It felt so good having his firm represent me. It took a long time, but was the best outcome I could imagine. Why would you hire anyone else? There is no one ...else with his credentials.

Posted by anonymous | October 3, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Top class Attorney with a very strong team.

Mr. Stein and his firm are excellent. My case had a very high potential of massively impacting my future ability to provide for myself and my family. George and his team handled my case with the utmost care and professionalism. Communication was very open and he did not mislead or give me false hopes... in any way. In the end he was able to get the best possible result and rescue my future from certain demise. I highly recommend his services for anyone who faces DUI charges of any sort. Worth every penny.

Posted by Tanner | October 1, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Wonderful firm

Mr. Stein and his associates were a massive help in my DUI case. He worked to get me the best outcome available, I strongly recommend his firm.

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George Stein's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jennifer Gerstenzang

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"George Stein is an exceptional attorney in his field. He is an individual who excels at all he does in all areas of his life, particularly at the practice of law. He is well known in the DUI community and very highly respected. I recommend him to anyone in an unfortunate situation of needing a DUI attorney."

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Billy Tomlinson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I had the opportunity to work with George on a DUI case in Bryan county. During this experience I found him to be one of the most knowledgable and well prepared attorneys I have ever come across. I would not hesitate to recommend any one to George."

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Ibrahim Awad

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I recently heard Mr. Stein speak on giving successful closing arguments during a DUI Super Symposium CLE. His lecture was a testament to his abilities of presenting phenomenal closing arguments; I therefore highly endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Terry

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Stein has always impressed me with his presence, speaking ability and overall persuasive communication. His reputation as one of the best trial lawyers in the country is understandable and deserved. His mentorship within the National College of DUI Defense has been invaluable for me and countless other lawyers and I am sincerely grateful for his energies in that regard. One of the best, without question or dispute."

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Jason Cerbone

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"George Stein is some DUI lawyer. He's a master in martial arts too. This I learned at Las Vegas last week at the “Win­ning at Every Level,” NACDL & NCDD’s 15th Annual DUI Means Defend With Inge­nu­ity seminar in Las Vegas. He was at Harvard for the DUI Summer Session also. He is dedicated. He wrote a DUI book that's so big it scares me as it sits across the room."

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Nathan Dineen

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Stein is the incoming Dean of the National College of DUI Defense. He is highly regarded by the DUI defense community as one of the best attorneys in the nation. I consider him a mentor and a friend."

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Gus McDonald

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"George has written the book on DUI in Georgia. George has the ability to be creative and had developed many strategies that other lawyer use today in jury trials. George has tried so many jury trials that he can make the prosecution roll over once he files an entry of appearance in your case. The Stein & Ward law firm just won the "best lawyers of the year" 2011 for taking more cases to jury trial than any other law firm in this state. George is also the Dean of the National College for DUI defense. The National College for DUI defense is a college for DUI lawyers across every state in the nation, to be the Dean you must be recognized as the very best lawyer hands down with the highest ethics in and out of the courtroom. George Stein is at the top of his field, if you can afford him he is the one to call. gus mcdonald"

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Woodrow Smith

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I know George to be a highly dedicated, knowledgeable, and aggressive criminal defense attorney, with substantial experience in DUI defense. As a fellow member of the criminal defense bar, I am proud to have George as a colleague and recommend his services without hesitation. He is top notch."

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Marcos Garza

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"George is one of the foremost national authorities in the field of DUI defense. He has a national reputation and a known history of trial experience that is among the top in the nation. George is routinely called upon to lecture to other experts in the country due to his superb knowledge of the nuances of DUI and criminal defense, as well as trial skills. As a lawyer in a neighboring state that shares a border with George, I routinely call on him as one of my go to guys when it comes to complicated issues in DUI defense. I would recommend George to ANYONE charged with a DUI or involved in an accident in the state of Georgia, without reservation."

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Harley Wagner

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Having been a member of the National College for DUI Defense for over 10 years now, and as an annual attendee of two to three national DUI defense seminars, I have been privileged to get to know many of our nation's finest DUI defense attorneys. George Stein is undoubtedly amongst this select group. His reputation for professional excellence far exceeds the borders of Georgia. His reputation as a well trained, experienced, ultra talented yet deeply compassionate, DUI defense attorney is not only national but matched by very few. I proudly and loudly endorse George Stein. The citizen accused could be in no better hands. Period. The fact that he is a personal friend is but a bonus."

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William Head

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"George and I have known each other for nearly 20 years. He is a martial arts expert, and has won international titles in judo. He has such excellent personal discipline that he is able to be a fine trial attorney, father of three children and senior partner of a large law firm and do all things well. George has my praise for his both personal integrity and his willingness to work hard at whatever he tackles in life."

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Elmer Young

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"There is so much that could be said about this fine lawyer and decent human being. He is sought after to monitor advanced lawyer seminars across the U.S. and has spoken and lectured at every major venue where the subject of DUI arises. He has written the textbook for lawyers learning DUI law in Georgia. A leader among he peers, his quite demeanor and confident grasp of legal issues makes him among the very best you could hire. Consider yourself lucky to have him for your lawyer."

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Sherry Boston

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. George is considered to be one the nation's top DUI lawyers and I am proud to have shared the courtroom with him as well as the lecture circuit."

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Donald Ramsell

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"George Stein is one of the best DUI Lawyers in the country. If you are arrested for a DUI in Georgia, seek George Stein's help now!"

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Michael Peters

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am Michael Allen Peters and I am a retired criminal courts judge in Houston, Harris County, Texas after 16 years of service. I have been involved with hundreds of competent lawyers and thousands of incompetent ones also. I have had the pleasure of witnessing the legal skills and trial skills of Mr. Stein that I give him the highest of ratings for competence, effectiveness, professionalism and preparedness. In effect, Mr. Stein is the epitome of what the consummate trial lawyer and advocate should be. I know that he is well respected amongst his peers not just in Georgia but nationally as well. In fact, in Cobb County, Judge Rusty Carlysle, a personal friend of mine for several years always has high marks for Mr. Stein’s courtroom skills."

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Andrew Mishlove

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known George Stein since 2000 and I have had the honor of assisting him in conducting a trial advocay workshop at the National College for DUI Defense in 2007. He is extremely skilled and qualified - one of the best in America. His command of the courtroom is second to none. I would not hesitate to refer a close friend or family member to Gearge Stein."

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Shawn Dorward

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Recently I had the pleasure of meeting Attorney Stein at a national seminar sponsored by the National College for DUI Defense. This seminar was held at Harvard's Law School in Cambridge, Massachusetts. In attendance were some of the best and brightests DUI attorney's in the country. Attorney Stein was designated by the college to speak on DUI and specifically closing arguments. His presence before the class of approximately 70 DUI attorneys was impeccible. I can not imagine how articulate and well furbished he would be in front of a jury. I would recommend Attorney Stein to anyone involved in a DUI or DUI related offense."

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Justin McShane

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Role model. Attorney Stein is my role model. He is my role model not simply for the knowledge that he has accumulated in the field of criminal law and DUI defense. He is not simply my role model based upon his accomplishments in the Courtroom. He is also not simply my role model based the large body of successful appellate advocacy that he has accumulated. He is my role model for all of the above, but also in his demeanor, the way he carries himself and his style. He does not need to trumpet his accomplishments, he just continues to achieve. Quite simply, Attorney Stein is an attorney that all attorneys should try to emulate. I know I am."

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David Hoover

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Stein is an extremely accomplished Georgia based DUI Defense Attorney. He is the author of the "must-have" Georgia DUI practice guide. I recently had the privilege of attending a national seminar for DUI Defense lawyers at which Attorney Stein gave a most informative presentation. More than being well versed in the intricacies of DUI law, Attorney Stein is also a ferocious advocate in the courtroom. Should you find yourself in the unfortunate position of facing DUI charges, make a wise decision and hire Attorney Stein. You will not be disappointed."

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Lloyd Golburgh

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am happy to endorse George Stein and feel very comfortable putting my reputation on the line by doing so. George is a superb DUI and Criminal Defense lawyer who is a founding member of the National College For DUI Defense, is the secretary for the organization, a Regent of the College, and a teacher to the rest of us who practice DUI Defense. Any time anyone calls me looking for a DUI or criminal defense attorney in the greater Atlanta area, George's is the only name i mention. Lloyd Golburgh, Esq., Fort Lauderdale."

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Jennifer Gerstenzang

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Jason Cerbone

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Marcos Garza

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Allen Trapp

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Harley Wagner

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Donald Ramsell

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Andrew Mishlove

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Elmer Young

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Justin McShane

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Lloyd Golburgh

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Russell Bryant

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Chairman, Chair & Speaker at The DUI Defense Institute Seminar

2021

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2015

Life time achievement award, Defense of Drinking Drivers Group

2012

Served as Dean, National College for DUI Defense

2011

Elected Dean of the College, National College of DUI Defense

2008

Appointed Chairman, ICLE - Drinking Driving Institute

2003

Appointed Chairman, Georgia ICLE-Drinking Driver's Institute

2002

Elected to the Board of Regents, National College for DUI Defense

1998

Admitted to United States Supreme Court, United States Supreme Court

1996

Field Sobriety Instructor Training, DOT

1995

Certificate of Recognition, National College for DUI Defense

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Owner, Founder, Steel Horse Law

1991 - Present

Founder, Principal, Owner, Stein & Ward Law Firm

Associations

2002 - Present

National College for DUI Defense

Regent

1998 - Present

United States Supreme Court

Member

1995 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Founding Member & Assistant Dean

1995 - Present

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1995 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1993 - Present

Drinking Drivers Defense Network

Member

1993 - Present

Defense of Drinking Drivers Georgia Chapter

Member

1992 - Present

Georgia Court of Appeals

Member

1992 - Present

Georgia Supreme Court

Member

1992 - Present

United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia

Member

1992 - Present

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Atlanta Region

Member

1991 - Present

State Bar of Georgia, Criminal Law Section

Member

2011 - 2012

National College of DUI Defense

Dean

Education

N/A

Western State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2016

Defense of Drinking Drivers Institute

Chair Person & Speaker

2014

Annual SC DUI Seminar

Cross Examination Techniques

2012

National College of DUI Defense-Presented at Harvard Law School

Ethics in a DUI Case

2009

National College for DUI Defense Conducted at Harvard Law School Composing Closing Arguments that Win

2008

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Battle Tested Cross Examination Techniques

2008

Institute for Drinking Driving Defense DUI Defense, Seminar Chairman

2007

National College for DUI Defense, Tucson Arizona Law Office Management

2006

National DUI College, conducted at Harvard Law School Don't Open the Door, Keeping Suppressed Evidence Out

2005

Institute for Drinking Driving Defense DUI Defense, Seminar Chairman

2003

National College for DUI Defense, San Antonio Texas Cross Examination Techniques, Georgia Style

2002

Institute for Drinking Driving Defense DUI Defense, Seminar Chairman

2001

Georgia Indigent Defense Lawyers Association Attacking Field Sobriety Testing at Trial

1999

Institute for Drinking Driving Defense Closing Arguments that Win

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Languages

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Japanese

English

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