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McCracken Poston
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Biography
I am an actively practicing attorney in Georgia and Tennessee, concentrating on the defense of criminal charges, and could be available in other jurisdictions on a single-case basis upon approval of the local court. Please visit my office website:
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Criminal Defense
100%
41 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
Licenses
Licensed in Tennessee for 27 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Licensed in Georgia for 40 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Location
McCRACKEN POSTON
(706) 671-2135
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7713 Nashville Street, Suite C, Ringgold, GA, 30736
www.postonlawfirm.comMcCRACKEN POSTON
(706) 671-2135
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707 Georgia Avenue, Suite 101, Chattanooga, TN, 37402-2020
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Posted by Jessica | July 09, 2020 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
One of the REALLY good ones
Ken is fantastic! He gave me the advice I needed during our consultation to handle a serious traffic ticket all on my own. Truly in his profession to help people, not just to make a buck. Hats off to you, sir!
Posted by Constance | October 05, 2018 | Criminal Defense
Talked with me over the phone
as a business owner I stay very busy so Ken took the time to listen to my case over the phone an said what it would be for him to handle my case. As people need to understand they have rights an cops can’t just go around putting their hands on people just because they don’t want to talk to them an ma...
Posted by Candice | February 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Great lawyer!
Mr. Poston was referred to us by a lawyer in TN. We met with him and right away he got down to business. He was very helpful in what we needed to have and do before our court date. My husband was in a wreck and charged with a DUI. We had to deal with legal proceedings for about a year. Mr Poston a...
Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
McCracken Poston - The Best
McCracken Poston is a man of truth and justice. Mr. Poston was hired back in May 2015 when the corruption of one detective tried to railroad me and then attempted to cover up his affair with my wife. I was charged with 17 counts of child molestation and facing 400 years to life in prison. With ...
Posted by anonymous | February 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Nobody better for your defense
I never in my life thought our family would need a defense attorney until one day my spouse came home and explained some things that changed our lives. The one good thing at the time was he said "I've called Ken Poston". I had seen Ken in action and new he had called the best. He took some scared, be...
McCracken Poston's Lawyer Endorsements
"McCracken and I worked as co-counsel on an especially difficult case. He is an excellent Attorney, willing to hold the Government accountable, and not afraid to fight for his Clients."
"McCracken is an exceptional attorney who cares about each of his clients. He fights hard for his clients, leaving no stone unturned. We worked together on a matter and he was critical to the defense team. Hiring McCracken is one of the smartest things you can do."
"Mr. Poston is one of the main reasons I became a lawyer. I've known him for over 20 years and gladly sent my friends to him when they needed a lawyer in the past."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse McCracken. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I have known Ken Poston for some time. I have always found him to be cordial, intelligent and unafraid to take on anyone. I endorse Ken without reservation."
"McCracken is a true asset to the criminal bar. He is very professional and knows how to effectively communicate with other attorneys and clients. I endorse this lawyer"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Poston's experience, knowledge, and passion for criminal law is unmatched. Not only is Mr. Poston very caring and personable towards his clients, but he also fights fiercely for them. His years of experience and success rate in his area of law speaks for itself. I give him the highest recommendation for anyone looking for a criminal defense attorney."
"Mr. Poston is an excellent attorney; definitely one of the best out there. We have worked together as co-counsel and I am always impressed. I highly recommend Mr. Poston to anyone in need of representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. We worked on a federal case where we were able to negotiate a great deal for our client charged with distributing over 500 grams of meth. We worked together and were able to get our client a plea agreement under the federal mandatory minimum sentence."
"I have had the privilege of serving as co-counsel with Ken Poston in several high-profile cases in Georgia and Tennessee. I know of no lawyer better suited to the task of defending a client in a hostile environment created by overzealous prosecution, media attention or community resentment. From the "Zenith Man" case to the Northwest Georgia crematory cases, I have followed Ken's handling of difficult matters with admiration as well as gratitude for the opportunity to work with him in some of these cases."
"I have worked with Mr. Poston on complex litigation issues in both Tennessee and Georgia. He has been involved with our firm handling criminal matters when the arise from civil cases. His work ethic and knowledge of the law is unmatched by any other lawyer in the North Georiga area. Mr. Poston and I have handled complex cases in state and federal court, and his ability to respond to any situation is exceptional. His ethics are unquestionable, and his work ethic is oustanding. I would hire Mr. Poston as my lawyer if I ever needed one. Stuart F. James Goins, Carpenter and James 423-756-3646"
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Experience
Honors
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
Selected to "Top 100 Georgia Trial Lawyers" list, American Trial Lawyers Association (ATLA)
2006
2006 Georgia Super Lawyers,
2006
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2005
"The Legal Elite: Georgia’s Most Effective Lawyers”,
2004
2004 Newsmaker of the Year, The Fulton County Daily Report
1993
Charles Weltner Award, Common Cause Georgia
1992
Charles Weltner Award, Common Cause Georgia
1991
Five Outstanding Young Georgians, Georgia Jaycees
Work Experience
1989 - Present
Attorney, Law Offices of McCracken Poston
1989 - 1997
State Representative, Georgia House of Representatives
1988 - 1989
Associate, Law Offices of Clifton M. Patty
1986 - 1988
Assistant District Attorney, District Attorney's Office, Lookout Mountain Circuit, Georgia
1985 - 1986
Associate, Wiggins Law Offices
Associations
2007 - Present
United States Supreme Court BarMember
2006 - Present
Litigation Counsel of AmericaCharter Fellow
2005 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersLife Member
1999 - Present
Chattanooga Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersLife Member
1997 - Present
Georgia Council of Juvenile Court JudgesMember
1985 - Present
Lookout Mountain Bar AssociationMember
1985 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
1989 - 1997
Georgia House of RepresentativesElected Member
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. J.M.H. 2021CR000008 Catoosa (GA) Superior Court
Dismissed
State v.JLMc, 15cr00584, Whitfield (Georgia) Superior Court
Not Guilty Verdict
State v. SDG, 2012-CR-38, Walker (Georgia) Superior Court
Not Guilty Verdict
State vs. P. F., (#19988) Gordon (Georgia) Superior Court
Not Guilty (DUI)
J.L.H. V. THE STATE
Judgment Reversed
State vs. C.C.M. (06CR22209); State vs. L.M.(06CR22210), Walker (Georgia) Superior Court
All charges dismissed
United States v. S.P. (4-05-CR-033 HLM), U.S. Dist. Ct., Northern Dist. of GA
Dismissed (successful alibi defense)
United States vs. M.P. (4-05-CR-030 HLM), U.S. Dist. Ct., Northern Dist. of GA
Dismissed (successful alibi defense)
State vs. J.W. (03CR00573), Catoosa (Georgia) Superior Court
Jury: Not Guilty (Cts 1,2,3, and 5); Guilty (Ct.4)
State vs. E.R. (04CR13279); State vs. T.R. (04CR13328), Dade (Georgia) Superior Court
Not Guilty, Not Guilty (Jury Verdicts)
State vs. T.R.B.M. (03CR20884,03CR20885,03CR20886,03CR20887), Walker (Georgia) Superior Court
Negotiated plea (after Supreme Court ruling)
State vs. D.L.G. (99CR00830), Catoosa (Georgia) Superior Court
Not Guilty (all counts)
State vs. K.M.S. (00CR11669), Dade (Georgia) Superior Court
Jury: Not Guilty (all counts)
State vs. J.D.M. (99CR00826), Catoosa (Georgia) Superior Court
Jury Verdict: Not Guilty (all counts)
State vs. A.E.R. (98CR00836), Catoosa (Georgia) Superior Court
Jury Verdict: Not Guilty (all counts)
State vs. W. "Billy" M.
Pre-Warrant Hearing: Dismissal
State vs. R.M.B. (94CR24897), Catoosa (Georgia) Superior Court
Jury Verdict: Not Guilty
State vs. D.D. (94CR17094), Walker (Georgia) Superior Court
Not Guilty (all counts)
Education
1985
University of Georgia School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1982
U.T. Chattanooga
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2006
South Asian Law Student Association (SALSA)
"Rampant Misidentifications of Indian Defendants in 'Operation Meth Merchant' (U.S. Dist. Ct. Northern Dist. of GA)"
Publications
1984
The Georgia Defender
"Erosion of Support for Procedural Protections of the Bill of Rights"
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I be naked in my yard?
01 Dec 2017
Q&A
Am i responsible for the bond amount if the defendant doesnt show up?
03 Dec 2017
Q&A
Will I get arrested while trying to get someone else arrested?
20 May 2015