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David Rigdon is a seasoned criminal defense attorney who brings passion and dedication to every case he handles. Born and raised in Tifton, Georgia, David’s commitment to his community has shaped his legal career. After earning his law degree from the University of Georgia School of Law, he returned to Tifton to clerk for the Judges of the Tift Superior Circuit. This role provided him with a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system, enhancing his ability to navigate both prosecution and defense strategies.
David’s journey led him to The Spizman Firm, where he found a team equally devoted to justice and compassionate advocacy. He approaches each case—whether a misdemeanor or a serious felony—with the same determination to secure favorable outcomes for his clients. David excels at building strong client relationships, helping them navigate difficult times with clarity and support. He is particularly passionate about assisting clients dealing with substance abuse, leveraging his connections to the Atlanta recovery community to provide additional resources.
David Rigdon is known for his tenacity, compassion, and deep understanding of the law. His goal is to provide exceptional legal representation while making a positive impact on the lives of his clients.
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Chat withState: Georgia
Acquired: 2010
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2020
200 Ashford Center N, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA, 30338
47 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Compassion
Posted by Changki | June 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Thanks to David.
I had a really positive experience working with David and The Spizman Firm. He was professional, responsive, reassuring, and friendly — he explained everything clearly and patiently, even though English is not my first language. Thanks to his support and negotiation skills, we were able to reach ...
Posted by Christopher | July 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best lawyer hands down
Mr. Rigdon is a true blessing. He stays in touch and is always available to answer all of our questions. If there was ever a time that he couldn’t answer, he always made sure to call back. Mr. Rigdon allowed us to make affordable payments while defending the case. Hopefully we’ll never be in a situat...
Posted by John Whitney | April 10, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Drugs and guns
My case was long I had multiple co defendants telling on me and David still ended up getting me my sweet deal of just three years probation in the toughest county in GA before I even paid him he looked into my case and started working got me everything I needed he was understanding and let me get on...
Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2024
Superb professional service & genuine client consideration
David Rigdon was incredibly compassionate about my and my family’s position while going through a challenging time. He effectively engaged in his role and provided excellent advice for me to move forward with confidence. I highly recommend him.
Posted by Naz | June 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
David Rigdon is a gem of a lawyer!
Life seems to be throwing extra punches these days. Everything that should be easy is impossibly challenging. I live in California and recently had to help a family member that lives In Georgia whom ended up in some serious trouble. Thanks to one insanely manipulative, vindictive and all aroun...
"I have known David for quite some time. Every time I see him in court, he is prepared and ready for action. He demonstrates the ability to get the job done and the best results for his clients. I am happy to endorse him as a colleague and as a friend. You cannot go wrong with David!!"
"David is a great attorney. He is intelligent, hard working, and able to find creative legal arguments to advance his client's cause. I regularly send referrals to him and the firm he works with."
"I endorse this lawyer! I have worked with this lawyer throughout my time as an Assistant District Attorney, and he handled criminal defense cases. He was always a pleasure to work with. It was clear he cared about his clients and was passionate about the outcome of his cases. I admire his passion and dedication to his clients and cases, as well as, his competency in criminal law. Criminal law is always changing, and this lawyer always is on top of the cutting edge law in order to better serve his clients. Furthermore, he was an esteemed adversary, so I can guarantee he will work for his clients, as he did when I had the pleasure of trying cases against him. If you are searching for a criminal defense lawyer, look no further!"
"I endorse this lawyer. David is a great defense attorney. He is attentive and able to handle complex matters with ease. I would recommend him to anyone looking for considerate, thorough, and intelligent representation."
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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2020.
Suspension issued in GA, 2020
updated on 10/29/2020This means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
2022 - Present
Associate, Hawkins Spizman Fortas
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2010
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
BA - Bachelor of Arts