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Douglas Brooks Rohan
also known as Doug Rohan
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Biography
If you or a loved one has been injured at work, involved in a car accident, or charged with a crime—from traffic violations to serious felonies—my team and I are here to help. At Rohan Law, we’ve spent over a decade providing the Atlanta community with trusted legal representation in workers' compensation, personal injury, and criminal defense. When you reach out, we’ll listen, answer your questions, and guide you toward the best possible outcome.
Before founding Rohan Law, I represented insurance companies, but I quickly realized my passion was helping injured workers get the compensation they deserve. I now use the knowledge I gained from defending insurers to protect my clients from being taken advantage of or settling for less than they’re entitled to. Whether you’re navigating a workplace injury or facing criminal charges, I bring the same dedication to every case, fighting to protect your rights and secure the best resolution.
Every case is an opportunity to help someone through a difficult time and restore a sense of normalcy to their life. If you’re facing a legal challenge, call me today for a free consultation. Let’s discuss how my team and I can help you protect your rights and move forward with confidence. We are your best friends on your worst day!
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Personal Injury
20%
21 years | 450 cases
Workers Compensation
20%
26 years | 1,500 cases
Car Accident
10%
19 years | 250 cases
Criminal Defense
10%
23 years | 3,500 cases
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Cost
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- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Georgia for 25 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2000
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Location
ROHAN LAW, PC
375 Northridge Road, Suite 120, Atlanta, GA, 30350
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Posted by Dawna | September 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Really IS “your best friend on your worst day”
You never want to be in a position where your family needs legal counsel. But then life has a way of throwing you curveballs. And in the midst of the terror of it all you desperately look for a solution. That’s when you want to have someone who feels like “your best friend on your worst day.” I can h...
Posted by anonymous | February 23, 2022 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Very Honest
I called about a traffic citation and I was willing to pay someone to go to court and help me fight my speeding ticket but he gave me some steps to take without an attorney. I was impressed by how honest he was. I could tell that he was not interested in selling me on legal services that I really did...
Posted by anonymous | November 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Two felony charges, one dismissed, one reduced to a misdemeanor
MR. Douglas Rohan is an amazing attorney. I was charged with two serious felonies. If convicted I would of faced two years jail time and possible deportation. MR. Rohan was successful in dismissing one felony and reducing other felony to a misdemeanor. Consequently I received no jail time and no depo...
Posted by anonymous | October 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Felony Drug Charges Dropped
My teenaged son, while intelligent in many aspects of life, made a very bad decision and was arrested along with a couple of friends for drug possession (felony) & alcohol (minor in possession). Doug represented me in another case & delivered very favorable results so I was confident when I approach...
Posted by Shah | March 16, 2017
Great phone consultation!
I had a phone consultation with Douglas Rohan about some legal issues that I may have to face and Douglas was very compassionate throughout the call and made me feel at ease since I have never consulted a lawyer before. He listened to my situation without any interruptions and gave me his expert adv...
Douglas Brooks Rohan's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Doug is an effective advocate for his clients. He is always prepared and has a proven record of achieving successful results."
"I can always depend on Doug, he's my go-to when I'm asked for a recommendation for a criminal defense attorney. Excellent and compassionate, I highly recommend this attorney."
"Doug's passion and results speaks for themselves. He consistently achieves excellent results for his clients and his passion to help his clients is beyond reproach."
"Doug is an excellent lawyer. He zealously represents his clients to achieve great results, and is also involved in the community. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Doug is a great lawyer and an even better guy. I have worked on several cases with him. His passion for what is right, tireless dedication to his clients, and constant desire to do even better makes him a lawyer of the highest caliber. Any client would be happy to have his services in their legal matter."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Attorney Rohan is an experienced and aggressive criminal defense attorney. He is respected by peers and clients. You can't go wrong with him as your attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Rohan is a compassionate, knowledgable attorney who exudes these qualities through his work. He genuinely cares about his clients and has the abilities required to serve them justice."
"I have known Doug for many years beginning as co-workers and remaining friends after following different paths. I know Doug to be a very compassionate and detail-oriented attorney who does a great job for his clients. Doug's bi-lingual abilities also allow him to serve a greater portion of the population than most attorneys can accomodate. I endorse Doug without reservation."
"Doug is an exceptional lawyer who has worked miracles for our clients who have found themselves in the dual dilemma of a pending or old criminal charge in conjunction with an immigration case. We have partnered many times with Doug to reopen and/or change the prior criminal conviction, usually based upon a constitutional violation, enabling us to effectively handle the immigration portion of the representation. When you find yourself in trouble, do not hesitate to contact Doug Rohan. He is the lawyer that can help you."
"I endorse this lawyer. Doug is a knowledgeable and compassionate attorney who has a top-notch reputation in the legal community."
"Doug is an excellent attorney and this endorsement is an easy one. He cares about his clients and works tirelessly to represent them. A great attorney with a great heart."
"I have referred several clients to Mr. Rohan in the past few years and everyone that I have sent him has reported back to me that they were pleased with his services. I value his opinion a great deal. He is an excellent attorney and appears to enjoy his craft. I am happy to endorse Doug Rohan as a fellow attorney in the community."
"Doug is aggressive, smart and detail-oriented. I enjoy the challenge of defending cases against him, as he is creative and genuinely cares about his cases. He is responsive and knowledgeable as well. I'd recommend Doug to injured friends or family members without hesitation."
"Doug is an honest, reliable, and knowledgable attorney. I have had the pleasure of sitting on a panel with Mr. Rohan where we answered questions from the community on criminal and immigration issues. Doug was responsive and, simply put, knew his subject matter. He is clear and concise with his advice. Most importantly, Doug relates to his clients on a personal level."
"I've known Doug and have worked with him on numerous cases over the past 10 years. In every situation, I have found Doug to be thorough, compassionate, knowledgeable, and detail-oriented. For these reasons, I highly recommend Doug to anyone seeking first-rate legal representation."
"I endorse Douglas. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I've know Doug for many years, and he is an exceptional attorney in many areas of the law. From personal experience based on Clients that I have referred to him, I can attest that his criminal defense and workers compensation skills are second to none. I would recommend his services without any reservation."
"Doug is a great lawyer. He works hard for his clients and gets great results. He also has a sympathetic streak for the immigrant community and the unique issues they face, which makes him a great human being as well !"
"I endorse this lawyer. He provides detailed and insightful analysis to questions posed by AVVO subscribers. The detailed responses and thorough explanations provided here display a vast knowledge of the law. He is an asset to the legal community."
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Noemi Puntier
Immigration lawyer
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Estate planning lawyer
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Divorce and separation lawyer
T. Andrew Miller
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Alexander Lecca
Workers compensation lawyer
Lino Rodriguez
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Danielle Claffey
Immigration lawyer
Derric Crowther
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2022
2022 Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2022
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2021
2021 Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2020
2020 Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2020
Top 500 Fastest Growing Law Firms, Legal 500
2017
2017 Top Lawyers in Georgia, Legal Network
2016
2016 Top Lawyers in Georgia, Legal Network
2015
2015 Top Lawyers in Georgia, The Legal Network
2014
2014 Top Lawyers in Georgia, The Legal Network
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2013
2013 Top Lawyers in Georgia, The Legal Network
2010
Concepts & Principals of Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, DUI Training Super Symposium
2010
NHTSA/IACP Drug Recognition Expert Program, DUI Training Super Symposium
2010
Conquering Chemical Testing, DUI Training Super Symposium
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Owner/Managing Partner, Rohan Law, PC
2004 - 2011
Associate, Castan & Lecca, PC
2002 - 2004
Associate, Moore Ingram Johnson & Steele, LLP
2000 - 2002
Associate, Drew Eckl & Farnham, LLP (Atlanta, Ga)
Associations
2019 - Present
BSAAssistant Scoutmaster T2019
2014 - Present
National Latino Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Georgia Hispanic Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Gwinnett County Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
GALEO - Georgia Assoc. of Latino Elected OfficialsBoard Member
2011 - Present
Georgia Association of Trial LawyersMember
2005 - Present
Cobb County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - 2016
East Cobb Business AssociationMember
2013 - 2016
Cobb Chamber of CommerceMember
2004 - 2013
Boy Scouts of AmericaCommittee Chair of Local Troop
Sample of Legal Cases
The State v. Y.R.T. (DUI Reduced to Reckless)
Charges reduced to Reckless Driving
C.V. v. Guard Insurance Co.
SETTLED: $125,000.00
State v. J.G.
DUI Reduced to Reckless
The State v. M.M.
Charges Dismissed prior to trial
D.B. v. City of Atlanta (Felony 4th No DL reduced to misdemeanor)
Felony charges reduced to misdemeanor
B.W. v. State (DUI reduced to Reckless)
DUI Reduced to Reckless with five other charges, including speeding dismissed
A.J. v. Ezequiel Espinoza (Uninsured Employer)
Win at trial
K.H. v. The Hartford Ins. Co. ($40,000 settlement)
Case settled for $40,000.
D.J. v. Dallas National Ins. Co. ($75,000 settlement)
Settled for $75,000
C.W. v. Sedgwick CMS ($125,000 settlement)
Settled for $125,000.00
V.J. v. The Hartford ($47,500 settlement)
Settled for $47,500
M.L. v. American Ins. Co. ($70,000 settlement)
Settled for $70,000.00
STATE v. S.H.T.
Felony charges reduced to misdemeanor
STATE v. M.G. (Burglary reduced to Crim Trespass)
Felony charges reduced to misdemeanor
B.G. v. Bridgefield Casualty Ins. Co (Settled for $135,000)
Settled for $135,000.00
E.W. v. Bridgefield Casualty Ins. Co. ($70,000.00 settlement)
Settled for $70,000.00
State v. S.C.V. (Disorderly Conduct Dismissed)
Dismissed before trial
State v. C.M. (DUI Drugs reduced to Reckless)
DUI Reduced to Reckless and No DL suspension for Marijuana possession
State v. D.C. (Post Conviction Relief)
Guilty Plea Withdrawn
State v. R.B. (Avoided SuperSpeeder Penalty)
Guilty plea to reduced speed
State v. B.D. (charges dismissed at trial)
Charges dismissed
State v. F.A. (Charges dismissed before trial)
Case Dismissed before trial
State v. M.T. (Case Dismissed before trial)
Case dismissed before trial
STATE v. D. B. (Pre-trial diversion preserved)
Salvaged pre-trial dismissal after positive screen
S. S. v. Express Personnel Services ($162k Workers' Comp case)
Case settled for $162,000.00
STATE v. M.T. (Case Dismissed before trial)
Case Dismissed before trial
M.G. v. Island Management Co & Wausau Ins. ($160k Workers' comp case)
Settled for $160,000.00
Lara's Truck v. V.H. (Arrest Warrant Dismissed)
Client exonerated, no warrant issued
State v. M.R. (Not Guilty / Incompetent to Stand Trial)
Charges dismissed before trial
State v. A.V.C. (DUI reduced to reckless)
DUI Reduced to Reckless
$1,200,000 workers' compensation case
Case settled for $1.2 million
$1.25M pre-trial recovery in auto accident (Rivera v. State Farm)
Settled for $1.25 million dollars
Education
2000
Florida State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
Florida State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
Mid-Year Meeting
Post Conviction Relief
2017
Advanced Workers' Compensation Claims
You are Not the Boss of Me - 240 Issues in Workers' Compensation Claims
2015
SERIAL: UPDATE & DISCUSSION WITH RABIA CHAUDRY
Moderator and Panelist looking at Post-Conviction issues in the cases of Adnan (Subject of Serial Podcast)
2015
Plaintiff's Personal Injury CLE
Workers' Comp Basics for Personal Injury Attorneys
2015
How to Prepare for DAPA
Steps to Address Your Criminal Record For Immigration Applications
2015
2015 Workers' Compensation Law Institute
Issues Related to Undocumented Workers
2014
Radio Call-in Show
How do you file an auto accident claim
2014
Radio Call-in Show
When do you need an attorney
2014
Radio Call-in Show
Your rights during a criminal traffic stop
2014
Radio Call-in Show
Your Rights under Workers' Comp
2014
Plaintiff's Personal Injury
Work Comp basics for PI Attorneys
2013
State Bar of Georgia, Judicial Section
Immigration Consequences of Criminal Convictions
2013
GSU Pre-Law Studies
Law Firm Economics
2012
WSB-TV Evening News at 11pm
Hispanic Immigrant Cancer Patient Could Be Deported for Minor Traffic Offense
2012
WSB-TV 6pm Newscast
DREAM ACT Relief for GA Teen
2012
Telemundo Newscast
GOP Primary from a Hispanic Perspective Pt.1
2012
Telemundo Atlanta
GOP Primary from a Hispanic Perspective Pt.2
2012
State House Legislative Caucus
GA Immigration Legislation
2012
AARP Monthly Luncheon
2012 Georgia Legislative Agenda
2011
House (non-civil) Judiciary Committee
Testimony Regarding Georgia HB 87 2-11-2011
2011
Connect the World segment / CNN
Casey Anthony / Humberto Leal - Legal Issues
2011
Columbus Community Conference
Discussion Regarding Injunction Against HB87
2011
Cafe' AM / CNN Espanol
Casey Anthony / Humberto Leal - Legal Issues
Publications
2015
Titanium Magazine
Contributing Writer
2015
El Nuevo Georgia
Contributing Writer
2014
Titanium Magazine
Contributing Writer
2014
Around Townelaker
Contributing Writer
2014
Around Woodstock
Contributing Writer
2013
Around Walton Magazine
Contributor / Board Member
2013
Around Woodstock
Contributing Writer
2013
Outdoorplay.com
Playing in the National Parks Can Have Serious Consequences
2013
Around Townelaker
Contributing Writer
2012
Around Walton
Playing in Federal Parks
2012
Cobb Alcohol Task Force
Contributor for Cobb Alcohol Task Force
2012
Around Walton
Contributor / Advisory Board member
2011
Around About Walton
Contributor / Advisory Board Member
2011
Around About Towne Lake
Contributor
2011
Around About East Cobb
Contributor / Advisory Board Member
2010
Around About East Cobb
Contributor / Advisory Board Member
2010
Around About Towne Lake
Contributor
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Should I hire a lawyer if I was caught driving on a suspended license and gave false information?
20 Jul 2013
Q&A
I was pulled over after an accident at gunpoint and cited for DUI and an open container, even though I refused a breath test.
17 Jul 2013
Q&A
My 7 day waiting period on GA workers comp ended today. I have seen two doctors for my back , I have an mri schelduled for next
17 Apr 2013
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
What is Med-Pay insurance and Why Should I Buy It?
18 Dec 2013
Legal Guide
Nueva Ley de Georgia le Permite Volver Atrás y Cambiar el Pasado
03 Oct 2013
Legal Guide
New Georgia "Expungement" Law Allows You To Clear Your Name
03 Oct 2013