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Adam Joseph Harkness
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Criminal Defense: Felony, Misdemeanor, Traffic Ticket, and DUI Cases.
Superior Court, State Court, Probate Court, Magistrate Court, Juvenile Court, Municipal and City Court.
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Licensed in Georgia for 10 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Adam Joseph Harkness
P.O. Box 50, Demorest, GA, 30535
Law Offices of Adam Joseph Harkness
12 West Currahee St., Toccoa, GA, 30535
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Posted by Sarah | September 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best attorney!!!
Adam is very professional at handling his cases. He's easy to talk to and gets you the results you want! I'd highly recommend him if your facing serious charges.
Posted by anonymous | January 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney
So easy to work with
I have had bad experiences with lawyers in the past, but working with Adam was great. Anytime I needed to ask questions he was happy to talk to me, and never made me feel like I was inconveniecing. He was knowledgeable on what steps to take to get the best outcome.
Posted by anonymous | June 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Very Professional and he gets results
Adam worked with me on a DUI offense and was great to work with. He knows the system, and his predicted outcome (which was the best we could hope for) happened. He and his team kept me updated every step of the way. I would highly recommend hiring Adam for any law need in NE Georgia.
Posted by Pedro | January 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Speed ticket reduced
I am from out of the state of Georgia but I got a ticket driving through it. I called several lawyers to handle it. Adam was very reasonable and something about him during our phone conversation that told me he was the one. He kept me up to date in my case and handle it very well. I did not have to ...
Posted by James | April 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Criminal Charges
I was facing incredibly frightening criminal charges. I called Adam, who impressed me from the beginning with his attentiveness and concern during our initial phone consultation. Adam was great to work with from beginning to end. I was never charged and feel that he always had my best interest at hea...
Adam Joseph Harkness's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Adam J. Harkness."
"Adam, is a top notch criminal defense attorney."
"I have had the privilege of watching Adam's impressive work first hand. He is a hard working lawyer that is dedicated to securing positive outcomes for his client."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Great, efficient representation. Always a pleasure to work with."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Harkness was on the other side of a divorce case. He was knowledgable, aggressive and always professional."
"I endorse this lawyer. I associated Adam in a recent criminal case and due to his research skills and hard work the case was dismissed within 2 weeks. I know it was due not only to his hard work but his integrity. He is well respected in his community and that will always help a client. Adam can be trusted to keep you informed of your case and I would not hesitate to refer another client to him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Adam is one of the most diligent and aggressive attorneys that you will ever meet. He will give you an honest answer and he will work hard for you. He will not sugar coat the issues and he will explain all the legal issues that you may face. If you are looking for an aggressive, Smart, dedicated attorney, I highly recommend that you contact Adam at 706-778-ADAM."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Nominated for Top 10% of Lawyers in United States, Lawyers of Distinction
2018
Nominated for Top 10% of Lawyers in United States, Lawyers of Distinction
2018
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2018
Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Invitation Selection, National Trial Lawyers
2017
Nominated for Top 10% of Lawyers in United States, Lawyers of Distinction
2017
Nominated as 10 Best DUI/DWI Attorneys for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2013
Pre-Trial Practice & Procedure, CALI Award for Excellence
2013
Sales and Secured Transactions, CALI Award for Excellence
2013
Transactional Drafting, CALI Award for Excellence
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Attorney, Adam J. Harkness
2008 - 2015
Manager, Harkness Law Firm
Associations
2016 - Present
Supreme Court of GeorgiaAttorney
2016 - Present
Georgia Court of AppealsAttorney
2016 - Present
United States District Court for the Northern District of GeorgiaAttorney
2015 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaAttorney
2015 - Present
Mountain Judicial Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
American Bar AssociationAttorney Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Cruelty to Children in the 3rd Degree
Dismissed
Trafficking Dismissal
Dismissed
DUI
Dismissed
Education
2014
John Marshall (Atlanta)
JD - Juris Doctor
2011
University of Georgia
Bachelor of Business Administration
Speaking Engagements
2018
Defense of Drinking Drivers Institute
DUI
2015
DEFENSE OF DRINKING DRIVERS
DUI
Publications
2016
Habersham Superior Court
Winning DUI Motion To Suppress
2013
John Marshall Law Journal
Federal Rule Service of Process Procedure
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How do I defend myself against a traffic speeding ticket in a school zone?
10 Aug 2015
Q&A
Alleged father wants DNA testing done after 10 years. Child has a "legal father", could he possibly get rights?
06 Aug 2015
Q&A
I want to sue my sugar daddy...?
06 Aug 2015