Chad Michael Trentacosta

Chad Michael Trentacosta

4.9
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 17 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 17 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2009

Active Member in Good Standing

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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 36 - 40 of 44 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Max | January 05, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Chad is a God!

Chad is awesome and hands down the best lawyer I've ever had. I hired Chad to help me out with an aggravated assault and dui charge. Chad came to Athens on short notice and helped me out tremendously by getting my bail down. He was always there to answer any questions I might of had randomly , and h...e always let me know what was going on with my situation. He managed to get both of my cases dropped in about 2 months time!!I didn't have to worry about a thing. I was so surprised I thought it was a dream. I would highly recommend Chad Trentacosta he exceeded my expectations and was worth every penny.

Posted by William | December 10, 2013 | Criminal Defense

I'd hire him again!

I hired Chad for a simple batter charge. He was informative and helped me make decisions every step of the way. I was pleased with the way he handled m case. I have worked with many lawyers in the past and my experience with Chad was the best. I would definitely recommend him!

Posted by Bobby H | December 03, 2013 | Litigation

A GREAT Lawyer!

Mr. Trentacosta was hands down the best lawyer I've ever had! Everything he said was accurate and came to fruition. He was always prompt to keep me up to speed on what was happening with my case and what motions he was filing. He explained everything in great detail and was always right on with his p...redictions.

Posted by Roderick | September 19, 2013 | Criminal Defense

A gift from God Chad Trentacosta

Last July i faced a nightmare from hell after being charged with Rape, Child Molestation, Statutory Rape, Enticing a child for indecent purposes, Contributing to deprivation of a minor and, Sexual Battery. It was a high profile case that aired on several news broadcasts. I see things like this on t.v.... everyday. I never in my life imagined that i would go threw something as such. I didn't have a clue what to do but sit in a cell and wonder why me. Then one day at mail call i got a letter from an attorney i read over his profile then hired him. He later got me a bond after being held without bound for two weeks I was released. I made 3 payments after hiring this attorney he barely picked up his phone And was hard to get in contact with. He never showed up at my court dates After a long talk with God he sent Chad my way. Charges started dropping as soon as his first time to court. I can say the outcome was God telling me he knew where my heart really was on the night of the offense. At the end of the case 12months probation Chad worked a hell of a ball game and brought me home safe. I take it as a lesson learned if anything.....

Posted by Brandon | July 31, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Extraordinary service

Chad instantly got in touch with me after I reached out to several different lawyers. His distinct plan for my case stuck out in my mind compared do around 5 different lawyers I spoke with about my case and payment for his service was extremely reasonable I would even pay more to work with him in the... future even though I found his price is better then competitors. Chad was and is always a phone call away and if there was a chance he did not answer my phone call I would always receive a call from him in the next five minutes following my call. There is a sense of extreme comfort and reliability when it comes to working with him and even through certain circumstances I would have to work through he would always work with me and never hesitate for a second. There was not a single moment I did not know what was going on with my case and I knew exactly what his next move would be every time because of his exceptional and upfront communication. Even with me being extremely far from him and his area of work every time I would need to speak or meet with him he was always willing and never gave me the run around. I could not have asked for better representation or a better outcome for my case he did exactly what I hoped for and I wont hesitate to say that I do not think i could have found better no mater what. He is extremely polite and professional and always on time (which is almost impossible to be in a city like this) unlike many other lawyers I have come in contact with through friends or family. I appreciate all of his help and he really made it a good experience especially under the circumstances I would recommend him time and time again and will go through him for any other legal matter I may come across. There's no beating around the bush with this guy it's A+ service every time.

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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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