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Biography
I am the son and grandson of Southern Baptist ministers. I have lived in Georgia all my life. We are a father and son law practice. We have a second son who is attending law school and and third son who will also go to law school in the near future! The Goolsby Law Firm is truly a family law firm!
We are a father and two sons practicing law together in Augusta, GA! Call for a free consultation!
Richard H. Goolsby, Sr. is a former state prosecutor and former federal prosecutor for over 20 yr.
We offer good experience and good personal service in all your family law matters!
Richard H. Goolsby, Sr. is a former 20 yr. federal prosecutor who has tried some major cases.
Practice Areas
10
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
30%
47 years
Divorce and Separation
30%
Adoption
5%
Appeals
5%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2012
Licenses
Licensed in Georgia for 47 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1978
No misconduct found
Location
Gallery
Online Presence
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Richard H. Goolsby's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 9 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Chuck | November 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney
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Great Attorney and Law Firm!
Mr. Goolsby is a great Attorney and a very caring man. He and his Law Firm is excellent!! He helped my Son and me through a really hard time this year. I recommend him very highly. Mr Goolsby and his Sons are excellent Attorneys that care for their clients. That meant a lot to me my Son and family....
Posted by Adrienne | May 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney
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Exceptional Care and Attention
We contacted the Goolsby Law Firm seven years ago, when our first child was born, to write our wills, etc. We have since been back to update our wills. On both occasions, Mr. Goolsby and his sons proved to be knowledgeable, reliable, and detail-oriented. They have treated us with the utmost respect a...
Posted by Larry | January 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney
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Slip and fall injury
In January of 2019 I slipped on some ice at my apartment complex causing an injury that required surgery. I contacted Mr. Goolsby regarding the matter just wanting to be compensated for my out of pocket expenses. Though we weren't talking a large dollar amount, Mr. Goolsby treated me with respect an...
Posted by anonymous | July 2, 2019 | Hired Attorney
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Richard H.Goolsby Law Firm
Mr. Goolsby has helped my family with Wills and business needs. I found this firm to be professional, knowledgeable, and very detailed. I recommend him for excellent service for legal matters.
Posted by Matt | June 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
40+ Years of Experience, Well Worth It
Richard and his sons made me feel very welcome from my first appointment onward. While I was busy fretting about every little detail of my case, he patiently answered all my questions and helped to put my mind at ease. I chose Richard to be my attorney because he had more than four decades worth of e...
Richard H. Goolsby's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Richard. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse Richard Goolsby. He is an honorable attorney. He knows the Federal system because he's prosecuted and defended in it. If I had a client in any situation in Federal Court, I'd recommend Richard Goolsby."
"Mr. Goolsby is simply an exceptional attorney who I would recommend to everyone and anyone. I am a former judge, former magistrate, former prosecutor, and an attorney with 24 years of experience. I still learn from his answers on Avvo on a daily basis and I am constantly impressed."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Richard is very professional and definitely should be your first call."
"Richard is the "go-to" guy in Federal Criminal cases. Due to his extensive experience as a federal prosecutor he knows the system inside and out. Whenever I have a client in need of a federal criminal defense lawyer, I send them to Richard."
"I endorse this lawyer. Richard is an extremely skilled trial lawyer and a strong advocate for his clients. He is a gentleman and he conducts his practice with professionalism and courtesy."
"I highly recommend Mr. Goolsby for criminal defense. He is very well respected among his peers in the legal community. Additionally, he is a former Assistant US Attorney and knows criminal law from both the prosecution and defense standpoint. You simply cannot go wrong with his experience and expertise."
"A family operation, what could be better? Give him a call today."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Excellent, zealous representation for his clients!"
"Being a former Assistant U.S. Attorney, Attorney Goolsby is obviously an excellent criminal defense attorney. Also, Mr. Goolsby went to a top-notch law school so am certain he is very well-qualified to advise clients on other areas of the law as well. I highly endorse this lawyer!"
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Experience
Honors
2018
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
Democracy Award, Common Cause of Georgia
2006
Significant Prosecution Award, United States Department of Justice
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Partner, The Goolsby Law Firm LLC
1987 - 2007
Prosecuting Attorney, United States Attorney's Office, Southern District Of Geogia
1983 - 1987
Prosecuting Attorney, State Of Georgia
Associations
1978 - Present
Georgia State Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
U.S. v. Charles Walker
Defendant found guilty on 127 counts
Education
1978
University of Georgia School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1975
University of Georgia
Speaking Engagements
2007
Common Cause of Georgia Annual Meeting
Prosecution of Public Corruption
Publications
2009
1977
Georgia Journal of International and Comparative Law
U.N. Human Rights Provisions For the Protection of Prisoners
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Richard earned significant contribution points in 2012.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can a motion for reduction be filed after the court of appeals affirmed a conviction?
04 Jun 2022
Q&A
Statute of limitations
30 Jan 2013
Q&A
Can you have a federal felony conviction set aside years later
04 Dec 2012