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Kirk Emerson Gilliard

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  • Evans, GA
  • Licensed for 26 years
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About Kirk

Kirk E. Gilliard has served the citizens of Augusta, Georgia and the surrounding area for two decades. During this time we have achieved a reputation for excellence that is widely recognized and respected throughout the legal community. 


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Mr. Gilliard is experienced in representing clients in the areas of criminal law, personal injury and family law.

Mr. Gilliard is a graduate of the University of Georgia School of Law where he was named the 1992 University of Georgia Mock Trial Champion.  He is also a graduate of the University of Georgia Terry College of Business. He served as Vice President of Phi Kappa Theta and was a member of Phi Delta Phi.

Mr. Gilliard is licensed to practice in the Supreme Court of Georgia, Georgia Court of Appeals, United States District Court for the Southern and Northern Districts of Georgia, and all Superior and State Courts throughout the State of Georgia.

Mr. Gilliard is the regional Vice President of the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.  He has served on the State Bar Young Lawyers Division Ethics and Criminal Law Committees.  He served as Treasurer of the Augusta Criminal Defense Lawyers and Treasurer of the Young Lawyers of Augusta.  He is a member of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Mr. Gilliard has completed the Trial Practice Institute of the National Criminal Defense College. He has served as a guest seminar lecturer on various topics in criminal and civil law.

Mr. Gilliard is a member of the Columbia County Rotary Club.

Practice areas

FamilyPersonal injuryCriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 34%

  2. Personal injury: 33%

  3. Family: 33%

Contact

601 North Belair Square, Suite 12
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Kirk E. Gilliard, PC

601 North Belair Square, Suite 12
Post Office Drawer 2120
Evans, GA, 30809

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
GAActive Member in Good Standing 199304/13/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Mock Trial ChampionUniversity of Georgia1992
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PartnerKirk Emerson Gilliard, PC1993 - Present
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Augusta RegionVice President2008 - Present
State Bar of Georgia, Young Lawyers Division, Ethics CommitteeMemberN/A
State Bar of Georgia, Young Lawyers Division, Criminal Law CommitteeMemberN/A
Augusta Criminal Defense LawyersTreasurerN/A
Young Lawyers of AugustaTreasurerN/A
Georgia Trial Lawyers AssociationMemberN/A
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMemberN/A
Augusta Family Law AssociationMemberN/A
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
University of Georgia School of LawJD - Juris DoctorN/A
University of Georgia, Terry College of BusinessBS - Bachelor of ScienceN/A

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10/10 HIGHLY RECOMMEND

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Kirk has represented my family for years. This time it was our turn. We needed a lawyer for an adoption of a relatives newborn baby. Our case was time sensitive and had special circumstances that Kirk really took to heart. We knew 5 days before the baby was born that we would be able to adopt him. The next afternoon we reached out to Kirk, who even stayed after hours to meet us despite short notice. He got every bit of information he needed that afternoon to present the paperwork after the baby was born so that we could take the baby home from the hospital and have custody until the adoption was final . After he got out of court, Kirk came to the hospital with the documents for her to sign. He consistently followed up, occasionally requesting additional information so that when we went to court they had everything they needed. Kirk helped us the entire way , even registering us for the criminal background check and fingerprinting. He really made our adoption case feel like it was his top priority. When it came to scheduling our court date, he postponed his family vacation so we could have our day in court as soon as we could. The day before the baby turned 3 months old we had our day in court and the adoption became final! It went so smoothly and lasted no more than 5 minutes. Afterwards we were able to take pictures with Kirk and the Judge. Thanks to Kirk, baby Cash is now apart of our happily ever after and our house has never felt more like a home!
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Great guy and an even better lawyer!

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No complaints. Kirk made it very easy to contact him as far as questions and issues throughout the entire case. very informative and made sure understood every step of the court process. I was expecting some lack of effort due to him having some physical health issues. but even with that burden he still gave %100 toward the case. I dont even know where to begin to thank Kirk. Highly professional and his assistants are just as good.
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Personal Injury in car wreck, $300.00 settlement

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I was severely injured in a car wreck and was hospitalized for 19 days. In the hospital, about every lawyer I've seen advertising on TV sent somebody to my room, (uninvited of course) to try to get me to sign their contract. I knew I needed an experienced lawyer for my case. I asked a friend who is a police officer if he knew an experienced lawyer. He told me that he had seen Kirk Gilliard in court many times and thought he would be a good lawyer for my case. I called Kirk Gilliard's office and he said he would come see me in the hospital. He came and met with me, but did not push me to sign a contract. I thought it over for a few days and decided I wanted a lawyer that "I chose for my care" not one who "chose me for my case." So I hired Kirk Gilliard to represent me. Mr. Gilliard went to work immediately on my case. He explained everything to me and kept me informed on the progress. I could always reach him or his assistant easily. Because of my serious injuries and nearly 3 weeks in the hospital, I had large medical bills that I owed liens filed against me for medical bills. Kirk Gilliard settled my case for the maximum policy of $300,000.00 in less than 4 months! He then negotiated reduction of my medical bills and paid them so it did not harm my credit. At the end of my case, everything I owed was paid and I was significantly compensated for my injuries. I highly recommend Kirk Gilliard for anyone seriously hurt in a wreck.
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Amazing

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Mr.GIllard is one of the most dedicated and honest man I've ever met. He gave our family hope when it seemed there was none. Thanks to Mr.Gillard my husband was able to step parent adopt our daughter. The process went smoothly thanks to Mr.Gillard. we owe him so much for helping us put our little family together the way it was meant to be.
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Best Lawyer Ever

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I cannot express enough what an excellent lawyer and individual Mr. Gilliard is. My son was referred to Mr. Gilliard for a DUI charge. Before Mr. Gilliard could even address these charges my son received another DUI charge. At this time, my son had not finished paying Mr. Gilliard’s retention for the first charge. When I contacted Mr. Gilliard to see what needed to be done he met with me immediately and showed true compassion for our situation. Thankfully, my son was able to be enrolled in a treatment facility and things have totally turned around. Mr. Gilliard kept in contact throughout this process with the courthouse, the treatment facility and myself. Thanks to Mr. Gilliard my son was just accepted into Richmond County’s Accountability Program. Without Mr. Gilliard I do not believe any of this would have been possible. His fees are very reasonable and he truly cares about his clients. I would refer him to anyone in need of legal assistance. He is my hero.
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Excellent lawyer for gun rights issues

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Kirk is a well respected and professional attorney. Kirk helped me obtain my right to bare arms and he was knowledgeable and swift in his actions and everything went well.
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Remarkable Criminal Defense Attorney - I was Acquitted on 16 Felony Charges!

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I became acquainted with Attorney Gilliard (Kirk) after being indicted on 16 felony charges - Yes 16! 1 count of conspiracy to commit medicaid fraud and 15 counts of medicaid fraud. You can imagine (or not) what I was about to endure at the moment of finding out this horrible news while experiencing defamation of my very being and the constant “what’s next.” For over a year, I learned Kirk. I found him to be of candid character with remarkable knowledge of the laws, my rights as a person and my options for each step of the process. For every conversation that we had, it seemed that I often had several questions (being new to all of this); Kirk was always patient with me and took time to answer and explain in laymen terms and even provide resources to me to assist in my understanding. Along with his high level of integrity, I found his perseverance and analytical skills to be of great value for my defense, having a sharp mind and capable of making quick judgments - thinking at all times and great at tying things together to then communicate in a manner that was precise, clear and even theatrical at times. His dedication and devotion to his work was moving! In choosing an attorney, I never thought about the importance of the legal counsels heart. I’ve always thought of situations as such to be very political; but Kirk showed me that he actually cared. I learned that he not only cared about me, but about my family. He represented me for over a year and of that time, we spent two entire weeks in jury trial; two long weeks might I add. Everyday of my jury trial, Kirk represented me with great profession ensuring that I was provided with a fair trial and that I was heard. In closing, he told the jurors that they should find me not guilty of all 16 charges and at the end of the trail he would walk me to my car to send me home to my children - and he did just that! After his hard work and dedication, I was acquitted on all charges! He walked me to my vehicle and sent me home to my family. These several words that I have shared cannot express everything I could share, but I must say that I am very grateful to have had Kirk as my legal counsel!
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Mr. Gilliard ALWAYS gets the job done!!

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I obtained Mr. Gilliard for legal representation about 15 years ago, and he has been a staple in our family every since. We have used his services, and made many referrals over the years- all with the most optimal outcome. Mr. Gilliard pays careful attention to detail, keeps his clients informed, he is prompt, precise, and affordable. If you're in need of legal representation, I urge you to put your trust in Kirk Gilliard- you won't be disappointed.
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Excellent Lawyer!!! For Civil and Criminal. Saved me completely when another attorney said there was "no hope!"

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I recently sought a second opinion from the well-respected attorney Kirk Gilliard as I was facing some major consequences in jail or prison and financial fines. I contacted Mr. Gilliard first for a consultation as my then retained and very high-paid attorney said there was “no hope.” After giving him some info he offered to first look in to my case, which was in a major time crunch. Before I even agreed to utilize him, he made greater progress on my criminal case than my retained lawyer was able to in a six-month period. I am not even sure how he did it expect that he is very intelligent, a great negotiator and knows how to navigate the complicated (and often political) legal environment in Augusta, Georgia. My case was complicated and he made immediate progress and calmed me. I quickly hired him and discharged my previous attorney. Mr. Gilliard handled a rather difficult case that included multiple charges and a second DUI. I knew I was guilty and was expecting about a year in jail. As a professional and family man I was not happy with my potential consequences but my previous attorney assured me there was no hope for my case and that a year in jail was a “gift from the courts.” Well, after hiring Kirk Gilliard that greatly changed. Although I still pled guilty, my jail was reduced to a weekend scheduled around my work. He was patient with my fears of great retribution never promising me something he couldn’t give yet constantly assuring me it was going to be better than expected. And, it was! Much better. He has positive professional relationships with many local lawyers and judges and can call them or meet personally with them. He can do more for you out of the courtroom than most attorneys can do with a large team inside and outside of the courtroom combined. Thanks to Mr. Gillard I am a free man that maintained my employment and professional standing. He careful weighed my options and let me know the positive and negatives of each potential solution—and they were all solutions, not guesswork. I believe that he is the best you can find in the Georgia / South Carolina area—and likely beyond. I hope I never need such an attorney again, but if a loved one or I needs representation in the future, I know he is worth much more than he charges and will hire him immediately. My criminal case could have negatively harmed a civil issue as well. After the progress he made on my criminal case, I retained him for a civil issue as well. Again, before even hiring him, he made great progress. He worked magic in this scenario where several other attorneys said I had no hope. My life is back on track—mostly because Kirk Gillard made it so. He was a blessing to me. I have only accolades for his legal advice and representation.
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Excellent Criminal Attorney

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Mr. Gilliard went the extra mile when defending my son in Columbia County for criminal charges. He explained the entire process and kept everyone up to date on information pertaining to the case. At court Mr Gilliard was prepared and represented my son well. We received a very favorable result in having the case put on a dead docket. Due to this fact, my young son will not have to worry about ruining his record for a small mistake at such a young age.
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Matt Andrews, DUI and DWI Attorney on Mar 30, 2018
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Kirk is a very strong attorney who always provides a zealous defense for his clients, His knowledge and strong work ethic give him a strong presence in the courtroom. I fully endorse this attorney.

Olga Izmaylova, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 22, 2018
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Mr. Gilliard is a very genuine and hardworking attorney. I have seen him in court on multiple occasions and he is always advocating for his clients. I recommend hiring Mr. Gilliard, if you're facing criminal charges.

Sadeer Sabbak, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 15, 2018
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Attorney Gilliard is a well respected lawyer in Augusta. He genuinely cares about his clients and always fights hard to get them the best results. I fully endorse this lawyer!

Parag Shah, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 19, 2016
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Kirk Gilliard is a compassionate, hardworking, and excellent attorney. He gives a 110% to everything he does and I trust him immensely. I highly recommend him.

Nicole Fegan, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 7, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I recently finished a Medicaid Fraud trial with Mr. Gilliard's client was charged with 15 counts of Medicaid Fraud and one count of conspiracy to commit Medicaid Fraud. He is one the best lawyers I've seen! After two weeks of trial the jury came back with not guilty on all counts for his client. It doesn't get better than that! Mr. Gilliard is the attorney you need!

Christopher Hudson, Trucking accident Attorney on Apr 15, 2014
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Kirk has my unqualified endorsement as a criminal defense attorney. Kirk is very well respected among his peers as well as the bench.

Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington, Military law Attorney on Aug 17, 2010
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I endorse this lawyer's work. He is extremely well prepared for all his cases, and is very professional. He is a well respected member of the community and an excellent attorney!

Troy Marsh, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 7, 2010
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Kirk Gilliard is a hard working defense lawyer who enjoys a stellar reputation in his profession. I have referred many clients to Kirk Gilliard, and all have been very satisfied with his services. I endorse this lawyer's work.

Tiffini Duncan, DUI and DWI Attorney on Mar 16, 2010
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

A great lawyer with a wonderful caring personality. Even though we were often on opposing sides, he was always honest and wonderful to work with. He definitely gets the best possible outcome for his clients.

Bryan Hawkins, Workers compensation Attorney on Feb 9, 2010
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I endorse this lawyer's work.

Elmer Young, Sex crime Attorney on Feb 3, 2010
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I endorse this lawyer's work. Kirk has been a respected member of this legal community and has the esteem of the courts for his pleasant and cordial demeanor. He is alwas ready and willing to help others and has the skills and ethics that any client would benefit from.

Michael Waddington, Military law Attorney on Jan 15, 2010
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I highly endorse Kirk Gilliard. Kirk has an excellent reputation as an aggressive criminal defense lawyer with high ethical standards.

Joan Smith, Family Attorney on Jun 13, 2009
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I endorse this lawyer's work.

Daniel Duello, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 15, 2008
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I endorse this lawyer's work.

Michael Garrett, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 15, 2008
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I endorse this lawyer's work.

Michael Saul, DUI and DWI Attorney on Oct 15, 2008
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I endorse this lawyer's work.

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