Chad Michael Trentacosta

Chad Michael Trentacosta

4.9
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 16 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

303 Perimeter Center North., Suite 300, Atlanta, GA

About Chad

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 75%

17 years | 1,500 cases

75%
DUI and DWI 25%

17 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 16 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2009

Active Member in Good Standing

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

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

168 Client Reviews

Showing 21 - 25 of 38 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Brandon | November 05, 2014 | Criminal Defense

DUI KING!

Chad Trentacosta is A GOD AMONG REGULAR ATTORNEYS! He got my case in Fulton County DISMISSED! Absolute best Criminal Defense attorney in Atlanta. Mr. Trentacosta has the most competitive rates in the city & will BEAT YOUR CASE! KEEP YOUR RECORD CLEAN LIKE ME!

Posted by Mike | October 19, 2014 | Criminal Defense

NO BOND bench Warrants since 2009 = Non Report Probation + NO JAIL TIME.

I had several warrants out of Dekalb County. The first attorney I hired recommended that I go turn myself in at the county jail and wait for a judge to set bond. I told him I was not interested in being locked up on NO BOND warrants and that was not an option. In my line of work, any jail time mean...s automatic termination. He continuously pressured me to bite the bullet and go ahead and turn myself in. After two weeks of heavy stress, I called Chad on the recommendation of a friend and told him my situation. I found him to be attentive, responsive, and very reassuring that he can handle my issues without me going to jail. I was nervous as hell to show up to court on five year old charges but Chad promised me he would take care of me. He was right, I showed up to court, got a tongue lashing from the judge for being five years late and then received 12 months probation with only the first 3 months reporting and the balance non-reporting. The judge then told me I needed to "GIVE MY EXCELLENT ATTORNEY A HUG" for the deal he got me. That had the whole courtroom laughing and my family a HUGE sigh of relief. Oh yeah... He did it for HALF the price the lawyer who told me to turn myself in charged. BEST.. ATTORNEY ....EVAHHHH

Posted by Jesse | October 03, 2014 | DUI & DWI

Good man

Chad is the man if you want to have a fighting chance in a DUI case. He is not at all overpriced, and he knows how to get the results that you want. He asked me when I first hired him what I wanted and throughout the entire time we worked together he stuck to that plan. He has enough knowledge of the... law to know what we had leverage on and was able to negotiate with the necessary people to get the DUI dropped completely. Overall he saved me time, money and stress. I think I may have called him once in the year we worked together, he handled everything and did a perfect job. I suggest if you want a good Attorney who will do what they tell you they will and not want to worry about other shady ass lying attorneys who don't know sh*t, pick up the phone and start dialing. If your trying to stay off probation and drug court and jail time, pick up the phone and start dialing. You got a DUI, he can get you out.

Posted by Susan | September 05, 2014 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Efficient and effective attorney

Attorney Trentacosta assisted me, a resident of another State, obtain clearance from the Court of Atlanta needed to resolve two serious implications that arose rapidly in August following a minor traffic citation there in June.. He and his staff handled the case within 3 days of contact, and did so f...or a reasonable fee. His approach is calm, efficient, and effective.

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

DISMISSED!

If you are looking for an attorney to represent you then read this and call Chad Trentacosta!!! First, Chad Performs! He makes and creates time to speak and meet with you. This is very important, especially if you have never needed an attorney before or had a mediocre experience. I never needed an a...ttorney before I got a DUI, and I had LOTS of questions. He answered all of them, many times more than once, just to ensure that I understood. Second, Chad is very confident in his practice. He knows his profession very well and is expertly knowledgeable about Georgia Laws. When I called other lawyers before him, they wanted to downgrade the DUI charge to reckless driving. Chad was persistent that my case was worth going to trail if we needed to, in order to fight it. Third, He is affordable and explains all payment information AFTER listening to your issues. Chad and I spoke 4 times before he became my representative. I informed him of what other lawyers were saying and charging, and he explained to me why one was cheaper or why one was more expensive. He still stood his initial ground and assured me what all outcomes were and why. I was charged with a DUI and my whole case was completely dismissed. From the first time we spoke he told me what he was going to do and thoroughly discussed his plan of action with me. I followed Chads plan. My case and charges were completely DISMISSED and I didn't even have to go to trail!!! :)

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Chad Michael Trentacosta's Lawyer Endorsements

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Villy Stolper

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Saam Ghiaasiaan

Real estate lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a great advocate because he is passionate and knowledgeable."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Taff Wren

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Hey is not scared and will not back down... I endorse this lawyer."

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Jesse Kent

Real estate lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Charles Clapp

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Talal Ghosheh

Real estate lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

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 Association

Member

2008 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

Mortgage Bankers Association of Georgia

Member

2009 - 2014

State Bar of Georgia

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State vs. DUI

Client was dismissed of charges

State vs. DUI

Client was dismissed of charges

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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

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