Walter John Toner IV

Walter John Toner IV

also known as John Toner

5.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 10 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Hiawassee, GA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Family

PO Box 287, (By Appointment Only), Hiawassee, GA

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 10 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2015

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Toner Law, LLC

PO Box 287, (By Appointment Only), Hiawassee, GA, 30546

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Walter John Toner IV's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by Kimberly Mitchell | February 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Far exceeded my expectations!

Trying to find an attorney can be overwhelming and daunting. When facing legal challenges you want the best! Someone who will actively listen to you while strategically preparing your case towards victory. Superficial media ads would like you to believe money is the only way to find the best legal re...presentation. That my friend is a lie! I would like to tell you my experience with a public defender. Yes! A court appointed attorney represented me with the utmost respect! He was not swayed by high roller competitiors in the courtroom but simply the facts! Finding Attorney Mr. Walter Jones Toner IV was a God send! I had no idea men of integrity and passion sometimes disguise themselves as public defenders! It is so refreshing to have an attorney treat me like an equal and yet be unmoved in an unconditional worldview as my attorney. Mr. Toner was steadfast in his resolve to take my case and see me as an individual. He saw past my shortcomings and saw my potential. His kaleidoscope perspective enabled me to believe in the good of men once again. Jimmy Stewart would be proud! The spirit of Mr. Smith lives again. If you’ve never seen the movie, “Mr. Smith Goes to Washington,” I highly recommend you check it out. Then contact Mr. Walter Jones Toner IV as your future attorney! Sincerely, Kimberly D. Mitchell

Posted by Paul | June 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Bradley vs Bradley

John was very professional, and was on top of all matters. I feel that all the advice given was excellent and helpful. John is ver laidback and easy to talk with. When the time comes John knows how to get issues taken care of and closed. Will be The first to call should I ever need legal representat...ion again.

Posted by anonymous | October 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Aided my son

My son received a ticket for speed to fast for conditions. There were a couple of issues with the citation. Mr. Toner contacted the DA, and reviewed the issues with the DA and the officer. The case was handled quickly and effectively and without my son having to go to court several hours from home.... Mr. Toner was professional and friendly in all of our conversations and meetings. I can't thank him enough.

Posted by Susan | October 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

First Class Representation and Advice

Mr. Toner guided me through an out-of-state divorce which I had waited 20 years to pursue for various reasons. He was kind, compassionate, down to earth and very knowledgeable. I felt confidence and trust working with Mr. Toner, despite not having personally met with him. He was always available t...o answer my questions and listened to me closely when I shared my intentions and goals. He was firm in our position regarding certain important issues to me in the case, as I had asked him to be, and ensured an expeditious finalization of the proceeding. I would highly recommend him to anyone. Getting to know Mr. Toner as an attorney exposed me to his personal character as well, which I admire. He is active and directly involvement in supporting social causes outside of his practice of law. People tend to view lawyers as caring very little about anything but the bottom line. Mr. Toner is a true exception to this rule, if it even is one.

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Walter John Toner IV's Lawyer Endorsements

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Martin Hilliard

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. john is a good guy and great lawyer."

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Leslie Aiken

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jennifer Wittich

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Toner is a passionate and caring attorney. The areas that I know Attorney Toner excels at are in criminal defense, child dependency actions, and federal criminal defense. However, I would trust him to take any action for me, because I know that if he is unfamiliar with the law at the time he takes the case, he will work his tail off to know all the nuisances and case law by Court time."

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Kathleen Davis

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Toner is a zealous advocate for his clients. He researches thoroughly, files appropriate briefs, and maintains personable client relationships. I would refer clients to him without hesitation."

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Francesca Rehal

Juvenile law lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is thorough in his representation of his clients. He is compassionate in dealing with his clients. He is always professional and courteous. John is an asset to this community."

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Lexye Shockley

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the opportunity to work alongside Mr. Toner in addition to being opposing counsel on numerous matters. Mr. Toner is a fearless and zealous advocate for his clients as well as a strong litigator."

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Derek Kauhane

Juvenile law lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Mr. Toner. In addition to being an expert in Juvenile Court matters, Mr. Toner displays proficiency and skill in a variety of criminal and civil matters. He is a brilliant attorney that thinks outside the box and will truly fight for his client's best interest. He is thorough and detail oriented, yet has a keen eye for the "bigger picture.""

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Andrea Herschberger

Juvenile law lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Evan Miller

Family lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse John, he is a very hard working and down to earth attorney!"

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Attorney, Toner Law, LLC

2014 - 2014

Intern, Office of the District Attorney, Chatham County, Georgia, Eastern Judicial Circuit

2013 - 2013

Intern, Municipal Government of Granada, Spain

2012 - 2012

Bi-lingual Customer Service and Marketing, Bank of America

2007 - 2009

Regional Manager, CMI Commercial Investments, Inc.

2007 - 2007

Regional Vice President and Career Advisor, CFIC Home Mortgage

2003 - 2005

Account Executive, Argent Mortgage Company

2000 - 2003

Senior Account Executive, EQUIFIRST

Associations

2015 - Present

Savannah Bar Association

2015 - Present

Savanna Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Education

2014

Savannah Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2013

La Universidad de Granada, Granada Spain

Foreign Law Studies

1996

State University of New York, College at Oswego

BS - Bachelor of Science

1994

La Universidad Catolica, Santiago, Chile

Foreign Business Studies

Languages

English

Spanish

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