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Chad Michael Trentacosta
About Chad
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
75%
17 years | 1,500 cases
DUI and DWI
25%
17 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Georgia for 17 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
Trentacosta & Associates P.C.
303 Perimeter Center North., Suite 300, Atlanta, GA, 30346
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Chad Michael Trentacosta's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense (121)
DUI & DWI (41)
Lawsuits & Disputes (18)
Drug Crime (14)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (11)
Violent Crime (5)
Expungement (4)
Litigation (2)
Business (1)
Car Accidents (1)
Child Custody (1)
Debt Settlement (1)
Ethics & Professional Responsibility (1)
Family (1)
Federal Crime (1)
Identity Theft (1)
Juvenile (1)
White Collar Crime (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (140)
Advocacy (80)
Recommendation (76)
Professionalism (51)
Responsiveness (49)
Communication Style (44)
Cost of Services (42)
Practice Area Knowledge (38)
Character & Conduct (28)
Trustworthiness (26)
General Knowledge (25)
Punctuality (11)
Compassion (9)
Payment Plans (3)
Staff & Support (3)
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Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Chad's energy for defense makes anyone's day
Energy and defense strategy flows gushing from this man. He is extremely responsive, attentive, and eager to help. He got my son out of some legal jam. But, for the future, I will use him again for my family and myself and I would recommend him to others. I think I found my defense team in him.
Posted by Michael | July 26, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Really great guy!!!
I had a criminal case and I got a lot of negative feedback on my case from several attorneys that i called, chad had called me back and was so positive i knew i had to hire him. I am very glad I did I was able to get a great outcome and I would hire him again in a second. he knew the law and had a gr...
Posted by Hassan | July 14, 2013 | Criminal Defense
The best lawyer i have had!
Chad has been nothing but a great help to me and my situation,i contacted chad on a very short notuce And he was able to get the nesscary info he needed to represent me and get my charges dropped! I would advise anyone who needs a good lawyer to hire Chad trentacosta u will never regret it!
Posted by Tabias | July 08, 2013 | Debt Settlement
Best Lawyer Ever!
Mr. Trentacosta is punctual and very knowledgable. An old automotive loan came back to haunt me and he completely wiped it away off my record. He saved me at least $10,000! He was on time to court, very professional, and very knowledgable. He is currently working on wiping out a Felony Obstruct...
Posted by Chris | July 08, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Could not have asked for better
I retained Chad for a hearing and he was able to prepare and represent me in very short notice. His court room behavior and knowledge of the law was outstanding. You know when you watch TV and see those aggressive lawyers and always wish you could find one like that. Well look no further, Chad was ...
Chad Michael Trentacosta's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Chad is a well-respected criminal and DUI defense attorney. I would highly recommend him for any criminal defense needs in the Atlanta-metro area."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a great advocate because he is passionate and knowledgeable."
"I endorse Chad. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Hey is not scared and will not back down... I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Mr. Trentacosta for several years and I know him to be a top rate lawyer. He has a brilliant legal mind and is always focused on his clients, his objectives, and methods for resolving his client's needs. I highly recommend Mr. Trentacosta to anyone considering an attorney."
"Mr. Trentacosta is an excellent criminal defense attorney with a complex understanding of the law and a willingness to fight for his clients. I highly recommend this lawyer."
"Chad is an excellent attorney. He gets the job done and gets it done right. I highly recommend his work."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney in Georgia, National Trial Lawyers Association
2015
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2015
Top 10 DUI lawyer in Georgia, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2014
Top 100 Trial lawyers in Nation for Criminal Defense, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2014
Top 40 under 40 in Nation for Criminal Defense, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2014
New Attorney Mentor, Supreme Court of Georgia
2013
Apointed as a Mentor, Georgia Supreme Court
2008
Trial Advocacy Award, John Marshall Law School
Work Experience
2012 - 2013
Atttorney, Goldberg & Dohan, LLP
2008 - 2009
intern, Crowther and Associates
2007 - 2008
Intern, Tenet Healthcare Corporation
2003 - 2006
Intern, Wilmington North Carolina District Attorneys Office
Associations
2014 - Present
Cobb County Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Mortgage Bankers Association of GeorgiaMember
2009 - 2014
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State vs. DUI
Client was dismissed of charges
State vs. DUI
Client was dismissed of charges
Education
2008
John Marshall Law School, Atlanta
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
University of North Carolina
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2009
Georgia Tech University
Criminal Defense Seminar
2008
Georgia State University Fraternal Organization
Criminal Defense Seminar
2008
Emory University
Criminal Defense Seminar
Publications
2013
Criminal Defense Seminar
Criminal Defense Outline
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides