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My practice focuses on representing my clients diligently and zealously in the courtroom. I've been recognized by my litigation skills by both my peers and the community. Unlike many attorneys, I am not afraid to take your case to trial if we cannot work out an amicable resolution.
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State: Georgia
Acquired: 2013
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State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2011
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585 Research Drive, Suite A, Athens, GA, 30605
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Posted by Jamie | September 9, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Hired Al to represent my land management company in a suit brought by a former tenant. I was receommended to Al by a friend who knew him to be a strong courtroom advocate. Al was nothing less than superb. After a two day hearing, the court found in favor of my company and we owed the tenant nothing.
Posted by D. R. | October 8, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Was charged with trafficking in Methamphetamine in central Georgia. Hired Mr. Fargione. He filed several motions, argued those and was successful. The evidence was kept out. I was looking at 30 years. Could not ask for a better lawyer.
Posted by Joshua | February 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I am at Al and his partner Sam at one of the darkest times in my life. I was facing over 345 years for financial crimes. I didn’t know if I was ever going to see freedom again. Al and his team stuck with me from day one, the process took over six years to finally have freedom again, but he never rest...
Posted by Salley | August 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney
I reached out to this law office after attempting to do my divorce myself. After I found myself confused and unsure, I called and spoke with the paralegal Karina who was incredibly helpful and always available throughout the entire process. Al and Sam were honest, kind, and went out of their way to m...
Posted by Tanya | July 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney
The Law Office of Samuel E. Thomas and Alfred Fargione was a beacon of hope during a time when my options were limited and a resolution from a stalled case seemed nigh on impossible. While other attorneys ran up retainer fees with no outcome, this law office was more than fair with their fees and he...
"Al is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to his clients."
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"The time a lawyer spends giving back through sites like this show passion for the law and compassion for people. Kudos to you for helping others with sage advice."
"I endorse this lawyer. He has the education and proven expertise to provide continual, superior service to his clients."
"Al is an experienced and knowledgeable attorney who has devoted himself to estate planning, probate, tax, and elder law issues. He is approachable, intelligent, professional, and ethical, and I would not hesitate to entrust him with complex legal matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. This guy knows more about estate planning than lawyers twice his age. Go into your estate planning with confidence and hire this guy! Top notch!!"
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2025
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2024
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2023
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2022
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2022
Best of the Best Bankruptcy Attorney, Online Athens
2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2020
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
Lead Counsel Certification for Criminal Defense and DUI Defense, Lead Counsel
2018
Best of the Best Finalist, Athens Magazine
2018
Law Firm Best of the Best Finalist, Athens Magazine
2018
Best of the Best - Runner Up, The Flagpole Magazine
2011
Tax Law LL.M. Scholar, Boston University School of Law
2021 - Present
Partner, Thomas & Fargione Law Group
2017 - 2021
Managing Partner, Fargione, Thomas & McRae, LLC
2014 - 2017
Attorney, Fargione Law, LLC
2011 - 2013
Attorney, The Law Office of Alfred Fargione
2010 - 2011
Judicial Law Clerk, Massachusetts Appellate Tax Board
2013 - Present
State Bar or Georgia, Young Lawyers DivisionMember
2011 - Present
American Bar AssociatonMember
2011 - Present
American Bar Association, Criminal Justice SectionMember
2011 - Present
American Bar Association, Real Property, Trust and Estate Law SectionMember
Not Guilty
All charges dismissed
Settled
2012
LL.M - Master of Laws
2011
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
BS - Bachelor of Science
2025
2018
Juvenile Court & Dependency Issues
2017
Starting a Law Firm
2016
2014
Estate Planning Basics
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