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Eric Andrew Coffelt
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Biography
Eric Coffelt earned his Juris Doctor from Georgia State University College of Law. Prior to that, Eric attended Mercer University, where he studied criminal justice and graduated magna cum laude. While in law school, Eric competed in national mock trial competitions as part of Georgia State's distinguished Student Trial Lawyer's Association, was the Vice President of the Criminal Law Association, and was awarded the prestigious Georgia Civil Justice Foundation Scholarship for Excellence in Trial Advocacy.
Virtually all of Eric's litigation experience has been in the area of criminal defense. His passion for helping those accused of criminal offenses began during law school, where he focused on Trial Advocacy, Advanced Criminal Litigation, and Forensic Evidence. While completing his education, Eric also worked on: death penalty cases in both the trial and appellate divisions of the Office of the Georgia Capital Defender in Atlanta; high profile murder cases with the Maricopa County Public Defender's Office in Phoenix, Arizona; and also worked for the Dekalb County Public Defender's Office in Decatur - where he won his first DUI jury trial before even graduating from law school.
Today, in addition to fighting on behalf of his clients in the courtroom, Eric dedicates much of his time to helping educate the general public about how to preserve and protect their rights when confronted by law enforcement - a mission he tirelessly continues to pursue. Eric has also spent considerable time and effort attempting to influence the debates taking place within and among law enforcement agencies throughout the world. For example, in October of 2010 Eric was a presenter at BIT's First Annual World Congress of Forensics in Dalian, China. At that historic gathering, which was attended by leading forensic experts from all over the world, Eric drew their attention to the ever-growing evidence that fingerprint identification is unreliable, unscientific, and (like most other forms of forensic "science,") has been responsible for many false accusations and wrongful convictions.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Litigation
50%
12 years | 186 cases
State, Local, and Municipal Law
30%
10 years | 22 cases
Criminal Defense
10%
12 years | 53 cases
Gaming
10%
10 years | 7 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 330-380 per hour
Contingency
20%-33%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Georgia for 12 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Eric Andrew Coffelt
SynerG Law COmplex, 6075 Barfield Road, Sandy Springs, GA, 30328
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Eric Andrew Coffelt's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 21 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | December 7, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Thanks Eric
Eric worked hard on my case and managed to lower my charges substantially.
Posted by anonymous | November 23, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Very Responsive! Great Advice!
Eric was very pleasant to work with. He was very quick to respond to any questions that I had and provided me with very good advice. Should I need to hire a lawyer to resolve my issue, it will definitely be Eric. Eric has been so helpful, I would highly recommend his services.
Posted by anonymous | November 3, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
He saved my business license.
Eric is the best! He was kind, patient, and very impressive in court. I was about to lose my entire business, everything I'd ever worked for, and he fought for me every step of the way until we won! I will never let anyone else represent me again.
Posted by anonymous | October 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Awesome
He was easy to get in touch with and worked with my schedule.
Posted by Parker | October 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great lawyer
Eric is awesome And always responds super fast.
Eric Andrew Coffelt's Lawyer Endorsements
"Eric has a unique and effective means of identifying the issues in a case and working with those issues to obtain maximum results on behalf of his clients. I have no doubt Eric will continue to shine and provide solid reputable representation for those who are fortunate enough to work with him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a hardworking and skillful attorney and is well-respected in the community."
"Mr. Coffelt's answers on Avvo show that he is an extremely thorough, logical litigator, who really knows what he's doing. I would recommend him highly."
"I highly recommend Eric Coffelt for your legal needs. He is thorough in his preparation and passionate in his representation and advocacy. He will be dedicated not just to your case, but to you as a person in making sure that your outcome is a good one. No case is too messy or too complicated for Mr. Coffelt to handle, and he will keep you informed every step of the way! I absolutely recommend this hard working attorney."
"Eric is one of the most passionate criminal defense and civil rights attorneys that I know. He works tirelessly for his clients, and he does it for the right reason: he truly cares about the person he is representing and will give 100% to each one in order to ensure he/she does not get crushed by the criminal justice system. He maintains excellent communication, the highest level of professionalism, and always acts ethically. I fully endorse Eric as a counselor and advocate."
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"Mr. Coffelt is a highly intelligent, competent, and considerate attorney that I endorse highly. I have known Mr. Coffelt for over 5 years and I believe him to be one of the most skilled advocates for those seeking justice in Metro Atlanta."
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"Eric is one of the rare criminal defense attorneys that I would characterize as a "true believer". Many defense attorneys are advocates for their clients because that is what they are paid to do. Eric is an advocate for his clients because he believes in keeping the system and the government honest. I highly recommend him for anyone who needs a zealous advocate."
"I have known Eric for 7 years and along with another partner recently opened up a law firm together. Eric is one of the most hardworking and dedicated attorneys I know – which is only one of many reasons I opened up a practice with him. I wholeheartedly endorse Eric."
"I endorse this lawyer. Eric is passionate about criminal defense and is the lawyer I would hire if I needed a defense attorney."
"I've known Eric since law school. He comes across as very confident and passionate about the practice of law. He is very knowledgeable in the area of criminal defense, and has no problem sticking up for his client's rights. You should hire him!"
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Experience
Honors
2010
Scholarship for Excellence in Trial Advocacy, Georgia Civil Justice Foundation
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Associate, Begner & Begner, P.C.
2013 - 2015
Partner, Hillis, Robison & Coffelt
2012 - 2013
Contract Attorney, Frank X. Moore & Associates
2011 - 2011
Contract Attorney, Koglemeier Smith, P.L.C.
2010 - 2010
Legal Externship (3rd Year Practice Act), Dekalb County Public Defender's Office
2010 - 2010
Legal Intern, Maricopa County Public Defender
2009 - 2009
Legal Intern, Office Of The Georgia Capital Defender
Associations
2014 - Present
National Motorists AssociationAttorney Member
2014 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersAttorney Member
2014 - Present
American Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2012 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersAttorney Member
Education
2010
Georgia State University
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
Mercer University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2010
First Annual World Congress of Forensics
Crime Scene Investigation: Legal Issues in the Collection, Preservation, and Presentation of Forensic Evidence
Publications
2008
The Docket
The Moral Bankruptcy of Prohibition
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
My dad is currently incarcerated for a VOP charge by not paying in Reporting to DRC.
27 Oct 2016
Q&A
At fault accident with suspended license
26 Oct 2016
Q&A
What if you have pending charges before you were put on probation , now on probation and the other charges are still pending?
25 Oct 2016