Peter Josef Wosnik

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Peter Josef Wosnik

also known as Peter J. Wosnik

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 8 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Monroe, GA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation ... +13 more

924 Cherokee Ave., Monroe, GA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Peter

Biography

When your freedom or livelihood is at stake, you need an experienced attorney on your side.

Practice Areas

16

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 25%

25%
DUI and DWI 20%

20%
Child Custody 10%

10%
Divorce and Separation 10%

10%
Family 10%

10%
Uncontested Divorce 5%

5%
Car Accident 2%

2%
Child Abuse 2%

2%
Child Support 2%

2%
Domestic Violence 2%

2%
Expungement 2%

2%
Juvenile Law 2%

2%
Personal Injury 2%

2%
Sex Crime 2%

2%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 2%

2%
Violent Crime 2%

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2022 2020 2019

Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 8 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2017

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Wosnik Law

924 Cherokee Ave., Monroe, GA, 30655-2541

wosniklaw.com

Wosnik Law

279 W. Crogan St., Lawrenceville, GA, 30046

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Online Presence

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Peter Josef Wosnik's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

37 Client Reviews

5 star (36) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by anonymous | April 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazing!

Pete Wosnik is amazing! He helped me resolve my issue quickly and exceeded my expectations. I was nervous going to an attorney for the first time, but he put me at ease and expertly handled my case much quicker than I imagined possible. Mr. Wosnik is thorough, professional, easily accessible, and co...mpassionate. I highly recommend!

Posted by Mona Price Jones | December 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

"Warrior Peter Wosnik"

My God My God!! Let me say this PLEASE DO NOT hesitate to reach out this law firm. I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to Mr. Peter Wosnik for his outstanding support and expertise during a challenging time in my life. I was facing serious charges for the first time, and my me...ntal health was in turmoil. With no knowledge of the law, I felt lost and overwhelmed. Mr. Wosnik truly became a blessing for my family and me. His patience, compassion, and dedication not only guided me through this difficult process but ultimately saved my life. His deep knowledge and expertise in law gave me the confidence I so desperately needed during a time of uncertainty. I highly recommend reaching out to Mr. Wosnik’s firm, as they are truly professional and results-driven. Please be sure to comply with everything he requests—his dedication and hard work have had a profound impact on my life, and I am eternally grateful for it. Thank you, Mr. Wosnik. You will forever be in my prayers for continued prosperity and success

Posted by anonymous | October 2, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Satisfied client

Im honored to leave a review for Peter Wosnik of the Wosnik law firm and his paralegal staff both Lesley and Danyelle they are all amazing! I've hired the the Wosnik law firm twice for the same criminal law case for my son and both times have come out successfull and will not hesitate if we shall... need him again moving forward. Peter and his staff are kind, honest, fare,efficient, great communicators , they always respond back immediately or shortly thereafter ,they make their clients feel like they truly, truly matter. They are all , all around good people that also get the job done. I highly recommend Peter Wosnik of The Wosnik Law firm and im truly grateful for his service.

Posted by Greg | June 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Client

I have used Mr wosnik and his law firm on 2 occasions. Both times I was extremely happy with the outcome. No broken promises or hidden fees. From the beginning to end the staff and lawyers were very friendly and professional. I highly recommend!

Posted by Lamar | February 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Awesome

Peter was awesome with handling my case .. my charges were serious pending imprisonment but Peter used his wit and I walk away with probation HIGHLY RECOMMEND

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Peter Josef Wosnik's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Childs

Family lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Pete is a fantastic attorney! He is very intelligent and always goes out of his way to help is clients! I would certainly endorse Pete as an attorney!"

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JoAnna Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"We send referrals to Peter all the time, especially for cases outside the perimeter."

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Charles Barrow

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pete is a smart and zealous lawyer with the trial experience necessary to be an effective advocate in the courtroom. I would recommend Pete to anyone facing criminal charges."

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David Boyle

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Peter does an excellent job for his clients, I highly recommend him!"

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Eric Crawford

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Peter is a great attorney who knows the law well and comes up with creative ways to get his clients wonderful results. Highly recommended!"

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Tyler Carey

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Pete for nearly two years and can confidently say he's an upstanding trial lawyer who fights for his client's rights. Pete is a straight shooter and lets his client's know the bottom line."

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Teri Doepke

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Pete Wosnik is extremely passionate about helping his clients get the best resolution possible, and to do this he always goes the extra mile on every case. His past training and experience working with the Georgia Public Defender Council has provided him a superior level of litigation training and courtroom experience which he now brings to his own firm. It is always a privilege and a pleasure working on cases with Pete."

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Nathan Hartman

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Peter, has the rare skill of being exceptional at trial, zealously defending people charged with serious crimes. He clearly cares deeply about getting the best results possible for his clients and stands by them throughout the process and thereafter. I cannot more highly recommend Peter to your clients."

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Briant Mildenhall

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Peter is a fantastic attorney who zealously and effectively advocates for his clients. He has solid trial experience, but can also creatively work out plea bargains and other pretrial resolutions. Peter knows the law and community where he works. He's a great advocate for justice."

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Alexander Northover

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pete is by all accounts an exceptional criminal defense attorney. He is intelligent, hard working, and a zealous advocate for his clients. I am proud to call Pete Wosnik my colleague and friend and am confident that any criminal matters I refer to him will be handled with the skill and expertise to exceed expectations. I endorse this attorney without reservation."

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Jeffrey McAdams

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Wosnik is a highly detail oriented, experienced, trial attorney. He has handled a vast array for serious felony cases with a track record of success. He will get you the best possible outcome in your case."

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Robby King

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Schneider

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Childs

Juvenile law lawyer

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JoAnna Smith

Family lawyer

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Kyle Koester

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Boyle

Criminal defense lawyer

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Eric Crawford

Criminal defense lawyer

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Teri Doepke

Criminal defense lawyer

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Nathan Hartman

Estate planning lawyer

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William McQueen

Criminal defense lawyer

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Alexander Northover

Personal injury lawyer

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Jeffrey McAdams

Criminal defense lawyer

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Tyler Carey

Criminal defense lawyer

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Charles Barrow

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2024

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2023

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2020

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2015

Savage-Levey Scholarship, Emory University School of Law

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Owner and Founder, Wosnik Law, LLC

2017 - 2018

Assistant Public Defender, Walton County Public Defender's Office

2016 - 2016

Intern, West Valley City Prosecutor's Office

2016 - 2016

Legal Intern, Gwinnett County District Attorney's Office

2015 - 2015

Law Clerk, American Center for Law and Justice

2015 - 2018

Research Assistant, Emory University School Of Law

2014 - 2014

Law Clerk, United States Attorney's Office, Utah

Associations

2018 - Present

Walton County Bar Association

Member

2018 - Present

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2017 - Present

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2017 - Present

State Bar of Georgia, Criminal Law Section

Member

2013 - Present

J. Reuben Clark Law Society

Member

2021 - 2023

Walton County Bar Association

President

2019 - 2021

Walton County Bar Association

Treasurer

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. W. F.

Not Guilty

State v. N. F.

Not Guilty

State v. J. D.

not guilty on trafficking methamphetamine

State v. M. C.

aggravated assault dismissed (client pleaded guilty to lesser included of simple battery)

State v. R. S.

not guilty on felony family violence battery (criminal trespass dismissed at motion for directed verdict)

State v. M. M.

not guilty on two counts of possession of drugs by an inmate

State v. S. D.

dismissed

State v. A. F.

Case Nolle Prossed

State v. C. L.

Nolle Prossed - aggravated assault and possession of firearm by convicted felon charges

State v. A. P.

Dismissed

State v. R. S.

Dismissed

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Education

2017

Emory University

JD - Juris Doctor

2017

Emory University

Master of Theological Studies

2012

Utah State University

History & Religious Studies

Speaking Engagements

2018

Public Defense Panel

Public Defense Work Outside the Perimeter

Publications

Languages

Spanish

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