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Experienced trial lawyer and former criminal investigator devoted to ensuring his clients in Augusta and across the C.S.R.A. receive justice in their time of need. Specializing in defending your rights and achieving the best result for you through exhaustive investigation, case preparation, pre-trial techniques, and trial advocacy with a primary focus in complex litigation.
Although born in Butte, MT, Shawn was raised in and spent his life in Augusta, GA.
Shawn graduated from Lakeside High School in Columbia County in 1998. He graduated from Augusta State University in both in 2003 with a Bachelor’s degree in accounting and in 2007 with a Master’s in Business Administration.
Shawn continued his love for education and graduated from the Georgia State University College of Law in 2013. Having prior extensive experience as a criminal investigator in his first career, Shawn is a purposeful and methodical Wrongful Death and Personal Injury trial lawyer.
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146 Railroad Street, Ste. A, Thomson, GA, 30824
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Posted by Marcus | May 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Great lawyer
Multiply certified and capable in many areas of Law. Busy man you have to schedule to talk only because of the amount he puts in not only your case but everyone on the roster. I highly recommend but everyone has their choice, just make the right one. Choose hawk
Posted by Danny | February 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
A Great Lawyer to Hire
Shawn, was an Awesome Choice as a Lawyer for Us, we will continue to use Him as Our Trusted Choice. Shawn has a Great Attitude, and The Knowledge needed to handle the Case, Shawn is ready to fight for Justice.
Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Shawn Merzlack
We recently contacted and hired Shawn to represent my son. Shawn met with me right away, in Waynesboro, where we reside. He listened to our issues, quoted me a price, (reasonable), and explained the process we would have to take. He arranged for a court date, per our request, and represented my s...
Posted by Jesse | November 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney
A solid choice.
Shawn was the right choice for me in my greatest time of need. He was responsive, knowledgeable, and well respected in the legal community. Very personable and from our meetings and phone calls I can tell he is not only an honorable Lawyer but a good man. I am glad that I trusted him to do a good job...
Posted by anonymous | March 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Worth every penny
Before Mr Merzlak I had never hired a lawyer before and was somewhat skeptical but after our initial meeting I was convinced that if anyone would handle my case appropriately it would be him. He was professional and straightforward from beginning to end, shared the good and the bad about my case so...
"Shawn is a highly talented defense attorney that I've known for years. You can trust him to handle your case. With a law enforcement background he is hard working and knowledgeable. I fully endorse Shawn."
"Mr. Merzlak and I have had multiple trials and numerous sentencing hearings against each other. He was always well prepared and had extensive knowledge of whichever legal matters we were addressing. His experience in criminal law makes him a great criminal defense attorney."
"Shawn's experience as a former investigator and former prosecutor makes him a highly effective criminal defense attorney. His professionalism and attention to detail also make him an effective advocate for his clients. I fully endorse Shawn."
"Shawn Merzlak knows the ins and outs of the criminal justice system. He fights hard for his clients, and works hard to get good results. He is a well respected attorney."
"Shawn has comprehensive knowledge of criminal law and has worked on both sides of the aisle and in the field. He is always willing to help a fellow lawyer and is quick to respond. He cares about his clients and works hard for them!"
"I've tried numerous cases with Shawn. He's a very skilled and knowledgeable lawyer, and he knows how to get the job done; that's a rare combination. I absolutely endorse Shawn."
Criminal defense lawyer
Workers compensation lawyer
2023
Readers' Choice, Augusta Chronicle
2023
Best Law Firm, Augusta Chronicle Cyber City's Best
2019
Top 40 Under 40 - Georgia Criminal Defense, National Trial Lawyers
2018
Top 40 Under 40 - Georgia Criminal Defense, National Trial Lawyers Association
2013
Public Interest Bar Scholarship, King & Spalding
2012
Leadership GSU Graduate, Georgia State University
2011
Public Interest Intership Scholarship, State Bar of Georgia, Young Lawyers Division
2022 - Present
Partner, Trial Attorney, Hawk Law Group
2015 - 2022
Trial Attorney, Hawk Law Group
2013 - 2015
Assistant District Attorney, Augusta Judicial Circuit (Ga) District Attorney's Office
2004 - 2010
Criminal Investigator, Columbia County (GA) Sheriff's Office
1998 - 2004
Deputy Sheriff, Columbia County (GA) Sheriff's Office
2019 - Present
Augusta Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationCharter Member, Board Member
2019 - Present
Georgia Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2016 - Present
District Court, Southern District of GeorgiaMember
2015 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2013 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
2013 - Present
Augusta Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Georgia Court of AppealsMember
2013 - Present
Supreme Court of GeorgiaMember
2013
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
MBA - Master of Business Administration
2003
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
2023
Guilty Until Proven Innocent: Representing Law Enforcement Officers and Other CLients in an Uphill Battle for Justice
2017
Update to Criminal Law
2019
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