Troy Windel Marsh Jr.
- Statesboro, GA
- Licensed for 25 years
- Free consultation
About Troy
I love what I do. I love getting up every morning and going to my office, to court, or to a meeting with a client. Because I am living my dream of helping people through difficult times in their lives, I feel like I haven't worked in over 18 years. I simply cannot imagine doing anything other than practicing law.
Serving on the State Bar of Georgia's Committee on Lawyer Advertising and its successor, the Fair Marketing Practices Committee, has been a rewarding, fulfilling, yet often frustrating experience. With so many "TV Lawyers" waving checks and cash in viewers' faces, and with advertising being permitted by law, we have little authority to regulate what lawyers say and do in advertising. By law, lawyers have a constitutional right to engage in tasteless advertising as long as it is not false, fraudulent, or misleading. While it may be legal, this tastelss advertising has damaged the appearance and credibility of our profession significantly. Hopefully, our efforts in amending State Bar Rules and educating the public will restore some degree of professionalism to the practice of law.
One of the most despicable methods employed by some unscrupulous lawyers is the practice of paying "runners" to seek out injured victims to become new clients of the lawyer. This practice of using runners to get new cases is illegal. It is a crime, yet because of budget shortfalls and limited time, prosecutors have little interest in pursuing lawyers for engaging in this conduct. Please watch the video about a successful sting operation organized and implemented by one Georgia lawyer and a prosecutor several years ago.
Practice areas
- Criminal defense: 50%
DUI and related drug and alcohol crimes, remainder miscellaneous felony and misdemeanor cases
25 years, 1,100 cases
- Car accident: 50%
Includes passenger vehicle, pedestrian, motorcycle, bicycle, trucking, and other commercial vehicle cases with a special interest in concussion and other traumatic brain injuries
25 years, 500 cases
Languages spoken
English
Photos and videos
Contact
P.O. Box 1897
Statesboro, GA, 30459-1897
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| GA | Active Member in Good Standing | 1994 | 10/31/2019 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2013 |
| Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2012 |
| Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2011 |
| Certified Field Sobriety Test Administrator | Ron Lloyd Enterprises, LLC | 2010 |
| Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2010 |
| Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2009 |
|---|---|---|
| Ryals Foundation Scholarship | Ryals Foundation | 1992 |
| Frances Wood Wilson Foundation Scholarship | Frances Wood Wilson | 1992 |
| American Jurisprudence Award - Sales | American Jurisprudence | 1992 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Owner | The Marsh Law Firm | 1998 - Present |
| Adjunct Professor | Georgia Southern University | 2013 - 2016 |
| Solicitor-General | State Of Georgia | 1998 - 1999 |
| Attorney | Jones & Smith, P.C. | 1996 - 1997 |
| Attorney | Edenfield, Stone and Cox | 1994 - 1996 |
| Private Consultant Forester | Marsh Forestry | 1989 - 1991 |
|---|---|---|
| Procurement Forester | Federal Paper Board | 1987 - 1989 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Regular member | 2015 - Present |
| American Society of Legal Advocates | Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Georgia | 2015 - Present |
| Brain Injury Association of Georgia | Attorney member | 2008 - Present |
| Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Attorney Member | 2000 - Present |
| State Bar of Georgia | Member | 1994 - Present |
| Georgia State Bar Fair Marketing Practices Committee | District Representative | 2010 - 2014 |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia State Bar Committee on Lawyer Advertising | Committee Member | 2008 - 2010 |
| Statesboro/Bulloch Chamber of Commerce | Chairman - Transportation Committee | 2004 - 2005 |
| Georgia Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 1998 - 2008 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Verdict | Intra-spousal Tort Immunity | 2001 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Mercer University - Walter F. George School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor, cum laude | 1994 |
| University of Georgia, Athens | B.S.F.R. | 1987 |
| Lander College | N/A | N/A |
| Georgia Southern University | N/A | N/A |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Chapter Meeting | Hazing Law Update | 2013 |
| Alcohol and Drug Awareness Week at Georgia Southern University | Hazing Law: An Overview | 2012 |
| Alcohol and Drug Awareness Week at Georgia Southern University | Hazing Law: An Overview | 2012 |
| LEAD Scholarship Conference - GSU | Leadership | 2011 |
| Alcohol and Drug Awareness Week at Georgia Southern University | Georgia Criminal Law: Alcohol and Drug Offenses | 2009 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| State of Georgia v. Charles Casey Garner | Motion to Suppress Granted, Case Dismissed |
| Parents and estate of Jane Doe v. John Doe | Settlement for all available insurance coverage |
| John Doe v. Covenant Transportation, Inc. | Settlement at mediation for confidential amount |
| Brenda Barnard v. J.B. Hunt Transportation, et al. | $400,000.00 settlement at mediation |
Good lawyer
Posted by Sarah
Mon Jun 24 2019
Highly recommend
Posted by Daniel
Sat Oct 20 2018
Attorney endorsements
(30)Richard Howe, Personal injury Attorney on May 13, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Troy is a tremendously experienced and knowledge attorney. He has provided valuable counsel to me on cases in which I sought his advice.
I endorse this lawyer.
Inna Rifman, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Sep 6, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Extremely knowledgeable attorney who goes above and beyond for his clients.
Josh Tucker, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 23, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Troy and I have worked together on several cases. His knowledge of the law is fantastic, and he cares about his clients. I look forward to working with him in the future, and recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer to handle a personal injury claim or criminal matter.
Ronald Tusler, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 26, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Hovanes Margarian, Consumer protection Attorney on Nov 9, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Sean Cleary, Car accident Attorney on Jul 8, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community.
Michael Gerace, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 31, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Jack Clay, Car accident Attorney on Aug 29, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
John Worman, Military law Attorney on Jul 1, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
William Woods, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 1, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
John Phillips, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 2, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Attorney Marsh. From his answers and time on Avvo, it is clear he is dedicated to serving those in need and his clients. It's rare that lawyers spend so much valuable time helping the community, for free, and I applaud him for doing it to such a great level. Kudos.
William Towe, DUI and DWI Attorney on May 22, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Troy is well-respected by judges, peers and his clients alike. He is very knowledgeable in his areas of expertise and give great advice. I happy endorse Troy.
A Rockefeller, Family Attorney on Oct 29, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Troy is the first name I give for anyone looking for a criminal defense attorney in and around Statesboro. He's a fine attorney and very well respected by the legal community.
Adrienne Hobbs, Personal injury Attorney on May 25, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Troy is a great advocate who fights to protect his client's rights.
Kirk Gilliard, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 18, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Every client that I have referred to Troy has thanked me for recommending him when I could not take the case. Troy is respected by the judges and lawyers in the area. His reputation as a tireless and knowledgeable advocate for his clients is widely known. His staff also demonstrates his care and commitment to giving each client personal attention. Troy is always thoroughly prepared to present each case and achieves winning results for his clients.
Brian Parker, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 12, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Troy's work. Troy is an excellent lawyer and truly cares about his clients. His results and peer reviews speak for themselves. You would be hard-pressed to find a better advocate for justice both inside and outside of the courtroom. Troy is an active member of the legal community and he is always willing to discuss case strategies and share some of his outside the box approaches to cases.
Jack Rosenberg, Wrongful termination Attorney on Apr 9, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Troy Marsh is an excellent attorney and represents his clients in an outstanding manner. Troy ensures that he is up to date on the latest cases and insurance defenses that could affect his clients' interests. I have spoken to several of Troy's clients who have been referred to me on employment matters, and they all speak highly of Mr. Marsh's integrity, service, and results. I endorse Counselor Marsh wholeheartedly.
David Brauns, Car accident Attorney on Mar 23, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Troy has the experience and resources to represent you or your family in serious personal injury cases. You need to look no further than his impressive results on his web site to see that his work speaks for itself. I endorse this lawyer.
Howard Spiva, Trucking accident Attorney on Mar 20, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Troy is an excellent attorney. He works hard and he cares deeply for his clients. Troy attended top shelf schools (Mercer and UGA) and then he worked for well respected law firms before opening his own law practice. He is a fellow member of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association where he is well known and highly respected. He is a passionate advocate for his clients in the court room as well as dedicating his time to organizations such as the Brain Injury Association of Georgia. I lend him my personal endorsement. Howard Spiva www.spivalaw.com
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