Scott Brannen

I'm a 53 yr old man who was pulled over on a false kidnapping accusation from a woman on the way back to Atlanta from a nice beach trip to Savannah. Unbeknownst to me she had filed a restraining order against me, saying that she lived at my residence in family domestic violence court. However I h...ad not been served. So, on the way back from Savannah, she made a duress call via text to 911. An APB went out over 3 counties looking for a kidnapping suspect. I was stopped in Bulloch County, which is the home of Georgia Southern University, in a 6 cruiser felony stop, thrown to the ground and arrested. The bodycam footage of my arrest and the harridan who falsely accused me of kidnapping to steal my apartment via restraining order is really something men should watch to see how far some people will go to screw a person, even if that person is honestly trying to help them. I was thrown to the ground, without resisting, just trying not to lose my prescription glasses, falling off my face as I was put in the backseat of the deputies truck in handcuffs. I asked the Deputy what was I being charged with, and he said he didn't know, they would tell me at booking. Bodycam footage revealed they were intending to write it up as a DUI, though no officer even asked me if I had anything to drink. When I got to booking, I asked what charge,and they still didn't know, they were waiting to hear from a Bulloch County investigator working with Savannah police to see if they should charge me with kidnapping or something. When it came back that there was no kidnapping, they decided to charge me with minor weed possession, for weed found in the trunk and paraphernalia in the harridan's bag, shown on bodycam. I bailed out after 28 hours in jail for this BS, avoiding any further attempts to question me. Invoke 5th amendment right to remain silent. Once out of jail and back to Atlanta, the harridan had me served a restraining order while she was partying with friends of mine that were not fully aware of what had just gone down. I was banned from my apartment for 8 days until the TPO hearing, when I explained what happened to the judge, and he dismissed the TPO request. When I got my home back, I found she had gone through all my things and took what she liked. She didn't clean me out or anything, though. But it cost a lot. I find Scott Brannen on Avvo, because he's got 30+ years of experience local to Bullouch County. We had some challenging conversations around strategy and timing, but Scott was patient, listened to all my concerns, offered his advice and experience, and kept pressing as I chafed at what I saw as incomplete discovery to settle. As the discovery came in drip by drip, it painted a picture of the police trying to make sense of all these law enforcement resources being devoted to a fake kidnapping charge (in text to 911 while she and I were driving back to Atlanta. Once Scott got the highlight reel of those bodycam video files, and showed the prosecutors, they wanted nothing to do with it. The charge on weed possession was dismissed and I was recharged with an open container $153 fine and case terminates once paid, everything sealed from the record. I literally could not have gotten a better outcome on what started out as a false kidnapping accusation, turned into less than a speeding ticket, so the prosecutors can preserve their 99% win rate. Scott was diligent on the discovery, and has the ability to negotiate without stepping on toes. He has 30 yrs experience with all the players in Bulloch County State Court, and knows how yo get results for his clients. Scott got me the best possible outcome, and my reputation is secure, after what the Sherriff on the bodycam summed up as a 'sh!tshow'. HIRE LOCAL!!! Thank you Scott for a job well done. You are among the best I've hire

Attorney W. Scott Brannen is an expert in his field, whom I hired to represent a college student, who was wrongfully charged with obstruction of an officer. With astute questioning techniques he unraveled potent evidence that proved to the Court that the defendant in question was undeniably not guilt...y. Based on this approach the presiding Honorable Judge ruled a 'Not-Guilty" in the case. This family is extremely satisfied with his services and recommends him highly. Also, he is a very pleasant and approachable attorney who takes his cases seriously.

Mr Brannen is an amazing attorney to have. My son was riding with a friend and they were pulled over and searched and they were both charged with a drug related object back in September and Mr. Brannen was successful at having the charges dropped against my son. Would recommend him to all. Thank you ...or your services.

When looking for an attorney, someone that is thoughtful and understanding was very important to me. I had a civil case that was handled with the utmost respect and sincerity. He has heart but is also a strong ally when it comes to the courtroom. He will fight for you and fight for what's right. He w...orks quickly and diligently to meet deadlines and is very detail oriented. He goes above and beyond what is normally expected of an attorney and for that I am so truly grateful! His actions and support have truly changed my life for the better! I choose to also use him for a house closing as I was tremendously satisfied with his services and his staff. We were on a very tight deadline and I'm happy to say we are the proud owner of our dream home! His actions also caught something that many had overseen in the past, which granted us more property and equity. He could have easily missed it as others have but his attention to detail is phenomenal. If you are needing an attorney, call Scott. At the very least take advantage of his free consultation. You will have a friend for life! I don't take referrals lightly. I have recommended him to many and have heard nothing but great things. Thank you for everything you have done for me and my family, Scott. I would never consider anyone else! we truly appreciate your passion!