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Alfred Fargione
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Biography
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.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Litigation
50%
15 years | 100 cases
Criminal Defense
25%
15 years | 200 cases
Family
25%
15 years | 600 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Georgia for 12 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Licensed in Massachusetts for 14 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
Thomas & Fargione LawGroup
585 Research Drive, Suite A, Athens, GA, 30605
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Alfred Fargione's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense (11)
Lawsuits & Disputes (4)
Divorce & Separation (3)
Family (3)
Drug Crime (2)
Estate Planning (2)
Sex Crime (2)
Violent Crime (2)
Business (1)
Car Accidents (1)
Child Custody (1)
Child Support (1)
DUI & DWI (1)
Elder Law (1)
Expungement (1)
Landlord & Tenant (1)
Real Estate (1)
Trusts (1)
White Collar Crime (1)
Wrongful Termination (1)
Showing 11 - 15 of 23 reviews
Posted by Daryel | March 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Al The Great
If you want someone to go above and beyond to work on your case please please please call this man
Posted by Amanda Gantt | November 10, 2022
Divorce
I would recommend Al to anyone! Al made me feel comfortable from the beginning to the end of this divorce process. I was pleased with the outcome. Thanks so much for everything! Today was a great day!
Posted by anonymous | September 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Awesome!!!
Al is a great lawyer. He is compassion and very professional. After speaking with him the first time I felt a relief from for the issue my daughter was facing. In regards to the case he delivered actually what we discussed in our very first meeting. I would highly recommend anyone to retain his servi...
Posted by anonymous | September 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Possession with Intent Dismissed
I was charged with possession with intent to distribute prescription medication. Mr. Fargione provided diligent defense which resulted in my charges being dismissed.
Posted by JML | September 25, 2018
Excellent Settlement
Mr. Fargione represented me in acar accident i was involved in. i wound up settling the case for 15x what the insurance originally offered, and 4 times what i told them i would take initial.
Alfred Fargione's Lawyer Endorsements
"One of the best criminal defense attorneys in Georgia."
"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."
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"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"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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Experience
Honors
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
Work Experience
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
Associations
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
Sample of Legal Cases
State of Georgia v Toby Warren
Not Guilty
The State of Georgia v. John Kamens
All charges dismissed
In Re: Soap Creek Marina
Settled
Education
2012
Boston University School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
2011
New England School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2025
Step-by-Step Guide to Drafting Wills and Trusts in Georgia
Basic Tax Concerns
2018
Updates in Juvenile Code of Georgia
Juvenile Court & Dependency Issues
2017
UGA Pre-Law Society
Starting a Law Firm
2016
Estate Planning 2016 Update
Estate Planning
2014
Estate Planning Basics
Estate Planning Basics
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
How do I find out what the police officer that arrested me name is and his badge number is?
20 Apr 2026
Q&A
I used my property to bond my ex out of jail .Can I come off the property bond?
12 Jun 2023
Q&A
What happens when getting a new felony charge while on felony probation?
12 Jun 2023