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also known as PJ Campanaro
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Biography
I am an experienced trial attorney who has taken more than a hundred cases to trial. As a client, you need an attorney who has actual experience in the trenches of litigation. I care about my clients and the results that we receive.
I also have a passion for exercise. I have completed a plethora of Half Marathons, a Full Marathon, and most recently, the Augusta Half Ironman. I belive that the mental and physical toughness required for these events help prepare me for the battles in the courtroom.
I look forward to taking on your case and getting you the best possible outcome.
PJ Campanaro
Aggressive Representation Throughout the CSRA
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
35%
12 years
Criminal Defense
20%
27 years | 1,500 cases
Divorce and Separation
20%
27 years | 1,500 cases
Child Custody
15%
27 years | 1,100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in South Carolina for 11 years
State: South Carolina
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
Licensed in Georgia for 21 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Licensed in Tennessee for 27 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
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Online Presence
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Posted by Abby | October 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Family
An attorney that cares.
Going through a family law matter is never easy, but having Mrs. Campanaro by my side made all the difference. I never felt intimidated, talked down to, or like I was just another case on her desk. Instead, she made me feel seen, heard, and cared for. Her professionalism was top-notch, but what mad...
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Experience
Honors
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2001
Successful Prosecution of Domestic Violence Cases, Rural Legal Services of East Tennessee
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Attorney, Law Offices of PJ Campanaro
2009 - Present
Of Counsel, Gonzalez & Waddington, LLC
2004 - 2010
Deputy District Attorney, Augusta Judicial Circuit
1999 - 2004
District Attorney, Tennessee Attorney General's Office
Associations
2014 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2013 - Present
Stratford Swim TeamMeet Manager
2011 - Present
Augusta Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2010 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2009 - Present
Georgia Association for Women LawyersMember
2009 - Present
Leadership AugustaClass of 2010
2008 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
2007 - Present
Augusta Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Young Lawyers of Augusta AssociationMember
2008 - 2009
State Bar of Georgia, Young Lawyers DivisionPresident, Augusta District
2008 - 2009
Young Lawyers of Augusta AssociationPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
Miles v. Payne
Successfully Defended Appeal. Appeal was dismissed.
UNITED STATES V. CRAMER
NOT GUILTY verdict in favor of my client
Education
1999
Samford University, Cumberland School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
University of Tennessee, Chattanooga
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Law Call
Love and the Law
2012
Law Call
Crime and Punishment
Publications
2014
Verge Magazine
Verge Columnist
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
How can they issue a bench warrant if a traffic ticket was non existent to begin with?
07 Jan 2018
Q&A
Will this pending case show up on a criminal background check? I was never arrested but my case is pending in court I assume.
15 Aug 2014