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Thomas Charles Nagel

Thomas Charles Nagel

4.9
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 34 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI ... +5 more

5855 Sandy Springs Circle, Suite 150, Atlanta, GA

About Thomas

Biography

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 25%

Nagel & Associates is dedicated to safeguarding our clients’ individual rights and obtaining the best possible case outcome on their behalf. Our firm has attained Martindale-Hubbell’s highest ratings for legal ability, professionalism, and ethical standards, based on peer reviews from judges and other attorneys. We have been recognized to be “Top AV-Rated” Criminal Lawyers.

36 years | 4,000 cases

25%
DUI and DWI 15%

36 years | 2,800 cases

15%
Juvenile Law 5%

Just like adults, children also have the right to be represented by an attorney. Attorney Thomas C. Nagel will explain the Juvenile Court process to you and your child in clear simple language. He knows your child’s rights and will aggresively protect them. He will speak to the judge and present evidence on your child’s behalf. He can appeal the judges ruling if necessary.

36 years | 500 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 34 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1991

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Thomas Charles Nagel

5855 Sandy Springs Circle, Suite 150, Atlanta, GA, 30328

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Thomas Charles Nagel's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

48 Client Reviews

Showing 31 - 35 of 48 reviews

Posted by Tim | October 06, 2014 | Criminal Defense

He is the real deal. Hire him if your are in trouble.

When I hired Tom Nagel I was on probation and I got in a bar fight. A Sandy Springs detective was leaving cards on my front door asking me to call him. I was afraid I was going to have my probation violated and go to jail. Tom Nagel called the detective for me. He negotiated a meeting with the de...tective after my probation end date. He went to the meeting with me and did all the talking. He knew all the detectives by name. I received a ticket and walked out of the meeting. He went to court with me. Again he knew everyone at the court house. He knew the prosecutor assigned to my case. The “victim” showed up to court trying to get me in trouble. Mr. Nagel got me off with a nothing but a small fine. I have paid bigger fines for running stop signs. I would recommend hiring Tom Nagel if you are in trouble with the law. He knows how to navigate the court system to your advantage. Do not try to handle your own defense without an experienced lawyer. The decision to hire Tom Nagel is one of the smartest things I have ever done.

Posted by anonymous | October 05, 2014 | DUI & DWI

A Lawyer that will Fight for Results

I hired attorney Nagel to represent me in a DUI case. After doing some research and consulting with others, it seemed inevitable that my case would result in a conviction of DUI. Attorney Nagel assured me that whether or not the results would be in my favor, he would fight until the very last second,... which he absolutely did. Not only was my charge reduced, but he was able to get me out of having to do jail time, which typically comes from such a reduction. I am so glad that I read the reviews of others on this site which led me to hire Attorney Nagel to represent me. I couldn't be happier with the results. I don't know that any other lawyer would have fought so hard to have my charges reduced. I am eternally grateful.

Posted by anonymous | October 05, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Professional support, quick resolution

Tom Nagel handled our case with the utmost professionalism. He was there to provide guidance and support each step of the way. He knew the law, the court system, the local attorneys, and navigated through the system to quickly resolve the case. Tom was forthright in his assessment and managed our ...expectations throughout. We reach a dismissal within the timeline he outlined. I would recommend Mr. Nagel to anyone who needs an experienced attorney.

Posted by anonymous | September 15, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Amazing Attorney!!!

I could not have asked for a better attorney. This is very, very unfamiliar territory for me. This is the first time that I needed a criminal defense attorney, and I can say that I picked the right person for the job. From the first phone call to Tom, which was on a Sunday afternoon, I knew he was... going to be amazing. During my initial consultation, Tom made me feel at ease and I immediately knew that I was working with a professional with experience. In the end, Tom was able to get my criminal charges dismissed. I am so grateful! If you are in need of a great attorney, one that will listen, is honest, and will work hard to get you the very best results possible, Tom is definitely the professional for you. I could not have ask for a better attorney and results!

Posted by Lashanda | September 04, 2014 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

The real deal!!

Morality, charisma, and thoroughness are just a few words to sum up Attorney Charles Nagel working performances. I have never had a situation to where I needed representation, and following a few unfortunate situations I found myself sitting idly with a slew of traffic fees, suspended license, and a ...bench warrant. That’s right a BENCH WARRANT! I didn’t have the slightest idea of what I needed to do. I called the traffic courts to find out what steps I needed to take to get the situations resolved, and the clerk very bluntly (albeit professionally) advised that I would need to turn myself in and be taken into custody. Then after arraignment I would be able to speak with a judge about my issue. I was terrified! I had never been arrested, and my traffic violations were for tag and insurance violations. I was beside myself with worry, and I immediately began pounding the keys of my laptop trying to find some answers out on the web. I found a piece written by Mr. Nagal on the do’s and don’ts of resolving traffic issues, so I contacted his office, and after retaining him (for a very reasonable fee mind you) for both cases he not only resolved the bench warrant issue, which did not include me being tossed into the clink, he had my license reinstated and he even had my fines reduced!!! He is an amazing attorney, and I thank him for his savvy attitude and great attention to detail. Although it only took him a week to get me squared away I certainly felt like a priority. Thank you!!

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Thomas Charles Nagel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joel Baskin

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I’ve known Tom Nagel for many years both professionally and personally. I highly endorse him as an attorney. He is diligent, dependable, extremely knowledgeable and proficient in his profession. Most importantly, he makes the client feel important. I highly endorse Tom Nagel."

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Joseph Habachy

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse Tom. He is flat out hard working and highly ethical. He is an exceptional attorney and will work tirelessly to get his clients a good result."

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Michael Kay

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Tom for many years. He's a smart, effective, and aggressive lawyer who gets good results for his clients. He's very experienced and knowledgable, and anyone who hires him will be in excellent hands."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Thomas. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Andrew Koplan

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mr. Nagel. I have referred him many cases over the years and the clients received excellent results in their cases. He is dedicated and hard working. He is an excellent lawyer."

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Michael Lord

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have referreda substantial number of criminal matters to Tom over the years. The folks I have referred have unanimously expressed their gratitude for Tom's expertise, efficiency, courtesy and personal regard for whatever they were having to go thru. I highly recommend Tom."

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Daniel Raskin

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Tom Nagel for the better part of the last 20 years, and am very familiar with his law practice, having shared office space with him in the past. Tom is very conscientious, and dedicated to providing his clients with the very best legal representation. I have referred several cases to him over the years, knowing that my referrals would be in the very best of hands. In addition to his legal expertise, Tom over the years has become personally familiar with court personnel and procedure in the various jurisdictions of Metro Atlanta, and is able to apply this familiarity and knowledge to the client's benefit. I strongly endorse Mr. Nagel for any type of criminal defense representation."

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Theodore Lackland

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Kay

Criminal defense lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Legal Leaders: Georgia's Top Rated Lawyers, LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell ALM

2012

Georgia's Top Rated Lawyers, LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell ALM

2012

AV Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Superb Rating, Avvo

2012

Client Rating 5.0 out of 5.0, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

AV Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

AV Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

1993

Attorney Admission, United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia

1993

Attorney Admission, Georgia Court of Appeals

1993

Attorney Admission, Supreme Court of the State of Georgia

N/A

"The Legal Elite: Georgia's Most Effective Lawyers", Georgia Trend Magazine

Work Experience

1993 - Present

Attorney at Law, Thomas C. Nagel & Associates

1991 - 1993

Criminal Defense Attorney, King & King, PC, Atlanta, Ga

Associations

2008 - Present

Cobb County Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

Atlanta Bar Association

Member

1991 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2010 - 2011

Atlanta Bar Association

Board Member - Laymans Lawyer Radio Show

Sample of Legal Cases

THE STATE v. HARRISON. A95A0529. (216 Ga. App. 325) (453 SE2d 820)

The Georgia Court of Appeals affirmed the lower court ruling and held the breath test was INADMISSABLE

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Education

1991

Georgia State University College of Law

Juris Doctor

1988

University of Georgia

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Peoples Law School

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Languages

English

Spanish

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