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Leslie Spornberger Jones

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Avvo Rating8.2
  • Athens, GA
  • Licensed for 16 years
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About Leslie

Practice areas

Administrative lawSpeeding and traffic ticketCriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 60%

    Felony and misdemeanor, including violent, sex, alcohol and drug crimes. Trials and appeals. Expungements. Local ordinances.

  2. Speeding and traffic ticket: 30%

    DUI, Driving while License Suspended, Driving without a License, Reckless Driving, Aggressive Driving, Distracted Driving, Speeding, Super-Speeder, and ALL minor traffic offenses. Former full-time traffic judge in one of Georgia's busiest courts.

  3. Administrative law: 10%

    Professional License applications; renewals; probation, suspension, and revocation hearings before State Professional Licensing Boards.

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Contact

P.O. Box 302
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Leslie Spornberger Jones

P.O. Box 302
Athens, GA, 30603

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
GAActive Member in Good Standing 200412/21/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers16
Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Special Recognition AwardCouncil of Municipal Court Judges2015
Excellence in Judicial EducationInstitute of Continuing Judicial Education2014
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Judge and Administrative Hearing OfficerMunicipal Court of Athens-Clarke County2010 - 2016
Assistant District AttorneyOffice of the District Attorney--Western Judicial Circuit2004 - 2010
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember2017 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember2017 - Present
Council of Municipal Court JudgesImmediate Past President2016 - Present
National Association of State Judicial EducatorsMember2015 - Present
Council of Municipal Court JudgesPresident2015 - 2016
Council of Municipal Court JudgesPresident-Elect2014 - 2015
Council of Municipal Court JudgesVice President2013 - 2014
Council of Municipal Court Judges10th District Representative2012 - 2013
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Coloring Book for ChildrenWelcome to Municipal Court2015
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
University of OklahomaMA - Masters2005
Georgia State University College of LawJD - Juris Doctor2004
University of GeorgiaBA - Bachelor of Arts1996
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Annual Law and Practice UpdateWhat Happened in Ferguson2016
Annual Law and Practice UpdateGeorgia Reflections on Ferguson2016

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Very Thankful I Hired Leslie!!

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Leslie is really an amazing person, lawyer and friend. Throughout my year plus long case, Leslie worked so diligently with the prosecutor in ultimately getting my case dismissed before accusation. Leslie has many years of experience within the Georgia Judicial system which makes her a really amazing defense attorney in 2019. Her vast legal experience coupled with the best legal education in Georgia allows for your case to recieve the absolute best treatment there is. Leslie knows the law, and knows people. She is very personable and kind. I know nothing about the intricacies of law, that is why I hire a lawyer that has worked on both sides of the law, a lawyer that has impeccable credentials and a lawyer that is so genuine. That is why I hire Leslie! Her rates are very fair and her communication is always consistent. If you have any legal issues at all just call Leslie!
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Super speeder ticket

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Leslie handled my college aged son's super speeder ticket. It was his first offense, and the judge seemed sympathetic when we called. Leslie actually suggested that we might not need her - clearly ethical. I still felt it necessary to have someone represent us to make sure we had everything in order. We are pleased with the outcome - nothing on the record and no suspension. I also loved that Leslie handled things directly with my son, even though I made the initial contact and hired her. I again think this demonstrates her attention to ethics. I would recommend her to anyone in our position.
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Wonderful Attorney

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Leslie is an excellent attorney. She is professional, dedicated and very efficient. I found her to be a pleasure to work with and I am very happy with the outcome of my case. I would highly recommend Leslie to anyone seeking legal representation.
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Thanks

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very professional , take time to explain everything, I really appreciate all her help
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Speeding ticket

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I received my first ever speeding ticket in which the officer did not offer a warning or lessen the speed on my citation in order to bring down the ticket amount. I hired Leslie Jones to represent me, and she was able to reduce my ticket to a Basic Rules violation for a much smaller fine. She saved me money in both overall fees and in long term insurance cost since the Basic Rules Violation was not reported to the state. Mrs. Jones was incredibly efficient and professional throughout my case, and she was very patient and thorough in answering my questions or explaining the details of her process. I am so happy to have had Mrs. Jones represent me, and I will definitely contact her again for any future problems that arise!
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Wonderful Attorney

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I was referred by a family friend to Leslie Jones back in May 2017. Leslie was a pleasure to work with and made sure I was always up to date on any important information regarding my case. She always maintained a professional image and was always available if I had any questions or concerns. This was the first time I had ever needed to hire a lawyer and I felt that I couldn't have found a better one. During the 14 month period of which Leslie was hired, she made sure I was always on the same page with her regarding my case. Leslie stuck by my side and even offered assistance and advice after my case came to a successful end. Like any case, the outcome can have a heavy impact on your future. I couldn't be more grateful for the time and effort Leslie Jones put into my future. I would strongly recommend her for an attorney, she truly has a well rounded understanding for this profession and I wish her the best.
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Excellent & Professional

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My name is Stacey & my wife and I ran into a situation and we decided to reach out to Mrs. Jones who is well known in Athens for her dedication & hard work with the Law system for some legal advice. She went above & beyond to help us resolve our situation at hand. My family & I are so grateful for the hard work & advice to help us get back up and running. I would refer Mrs. Jones to anyone who needs her help. On behalf of my family & I....Thank You
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Leslie my Angel

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Me and my husband were going through a lot at our rental property and if it wasn't for Leslie stepping in and getting things done I don't think that my family would be complete as it is now we were once living separately and now we are in one household and it feels good to be able to have my family Under One Roof I am so grateful for Leslie because she made it so much easier than me trying to do it on my own if you are looking for someone who is going to go hard for you and have your best interest at heart Leslie is definitely your attorney she is definitely the lawyer that you need to get things done she makes her clients her priority and I am so grateful to know a wonderful outstanding an amazing attorney I'm grateful to even have met Leslie and if it wasn't for her I would probably still be stressing and trying to figure out how to handle a situation that is out of my hands I recommend Leslie highly to anyone with any legal issues because she made our family complete again thank you so much Leslie anytime I have a problem she is going to be my go-to lawyer no one can stop her.
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Excellent attorney

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Leslie did an amazing job as my attorney. She explained the process to early and got the results I needed.
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Very polite and knowledgeable

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I've hired Leslie to help me with my driving with no insurance ticket which required court appearance. Leslie was very professional, polite and kept me well informed all the time. My case got resolved in the best way I could imagine without me even going to the court. Thank you again!
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Deborah Gowen, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 31, 2018
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I have known Leslie since 2005, and have practiced across from her in court and before her when she was on the bench. Leslie is smart and capable; a highly skilled attorney. Additionally, she is a caring person of high integrity. I would recommend her to anyone seeking excellent representation.

Janna Landreth, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 31, 2018
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Leslie is one of the most intelligent people I know. She uses her intellect to her advantage in logically and wisely advocating for her clients. She is tenacious, but reasonable, and knows criminal law inside and out. As the prosecutor assigned to Leslie’s courtroom during her tenure as Municipal Court Judge, I became intimately familiar with her knowledge and constant preparedness to deal with any legal issue with which she was presented. As I’ve continued my working relationship with her as a defense attorney, I have observed her utilize the time she spent as both a prosecutor and a judge to her clients’ best advantage. As I prosecutor, I always respect and thoroughly consider any argument she makes, knowing she has thoroughly done her homework on her clients’ cases.

Heather Sampah, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 30, 2017
Relationship: Friend

Leslie is an amazing lawyer! As a fellow attorney, she has been a great teacher and mentor to me. I can call on her at any time for advice and direction, and she more than comes through. She knows the law and will fight for you. I endorse and highly recommend Leslie.

Ryan Swingle, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 28, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Leslie is smart, friendly, tenacious in the courtroom and patient outside it. You're in great hands if you hire Leslie Jones for your case.

Matthew Jordan, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 27, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Leslie is one of the most thoughtful attorneys and people I know. I refer her many different types of cases and rest assured she will treat the client as well as I would. I recommend and endorse this attorney.