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Biography
Scott Fortas brings over two decades of legal experience to defending clients facing traffic violations, DUI charges, criminal matters and automotive consumer disputes throughout Georgia. Since beginning his practice in 1999, he has built a comprehensive defense strategy that has benefited thousands of drivers across multiple counties and municipalities statewide.
With extensive experience in court representation and settlement negotiations, Mr. Fortas has achieved favorable outcomes in numerous cases involving speeding violations, traffic infractions, and impaired driving charges. His practice also encompasses consumer protection matters, including lemon law claims and automotive fraud cases, where he fights to protect buyers from dealership misconduct and defective vehicles.
Mr. Fortas's strategic approach focuses on minimizing the impact of traffic violations on his clients' driving records and insurance rates. Whether representing Georgia residents or out-of-state drivers cited within the state, he works to reduce charges, limit points assessed against driving records, and preserve his clients' ability to maintain valid licenses.
Through skillful negotiation and targeted litigation when necessary, Attorney Fortas has established a track record of protecting drivers' rights while navigating Georgia's complex traffic court system and consumer protection laws.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
85%
Criminal Defense
10%
19 years
Consumer Protection
5%
27 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Georgia for 27 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
Hawkins Spizman Fortas
200 Ashford Center North, Suite 350, Atlanta, GA, 30338
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Scott Fortas's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 10 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Eugene | February 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
My Hero
Scared for my life your my hero Scott!!! Faced With a possible first felony on my record Not sure if I would lose my job and my apartment but thanks to Scott I had a simple misdemeanor is all at the end of the day.
Posted by anonymous | April 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Attorney
Has been handling traffic & other issues for me since l am 17 years old. Wouldn't call anyone else because he answers the phone whenever l call HIM!! 12 year client. The best
Posted by Mickey | July 9, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
The best of the best!
Let's start with how amazing it feels to know that your lawyer will pick up your call in a heartbeat. I've had Fortas by my side for 11 years. Not saying I get in trouble with traffic citations all the time but if I did he's always fought my battles. I had about four citations in the last 11 years an...
Posted by N. Marie | February 1, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Attorney
Scott is very professional and direct which is a much sought out quality in an attorney. He treats his clients with the utmost respect and has the integrity that every lawyer should have. I never had to seek a lawyer and knew nothing about court rooms, but he guided me through the whole process and d...
Posted by Edgar | December 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Long-time attorney for my friends and myself
I have been hiring Scott as my attorney since about 2008. I got a shining referral from a friend after I got my first speeding ticket. I ended up having a streak of speeding tickets spanning over 2-3 years, and Scott took care of every single one for me with little to no participation on my end. He s...
Scott Fortas's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Scott is one of the best criminal defense attorneys in GA. His command of the law is excellent. In fact, whenever I have a criminal defense question, he is the attorney that I go to for advice. I have also seen him at action in the court room and he is a great trial attorney! His 3 best qualities as an attorney are: (1) super smart; (2) strong work ethic; and (3) honest!"
Sean McIlhinney
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer
Experience
Education
N/A
John Marshall (Atlanta)
Languages
English
Spanish