$ 200-250 per hour
Dustin Michael Buttigieg
About Dustin
Biography
Mr. Buttigieg graduated from the University of Georgia in 2001 with a B.A. in Speech Communication. He then attended the University of Miami School of Law and earned his J.D. in 2004. Mr. Buttigieg opened his own practice in 2007.
Attorney Dustin M. Buttigieg has considerable experience in DUI/DWI Defense, Family Law, Business and Personal Injury litigation and looks forward to putting his skills and legal knowledge to work for you.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
34%
20 years | 200 cases
Car Accident
33%
20 years
Divorce and Separation
33%
20 years | 200 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Georgia for 18 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Dustin M. Buttigeig, PC
211 Tift College Drive, Forsyth, GA, 31029-0760
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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Communication Style
Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2008 | Divorce & Separation
Good Young Lawyer
At my first meeting with Dustin, he explained the entire process of my divorce so I understood just what we had to do and when. He made the whole divorce easy. He wrote me letters and called me to let me know what was going on and that he cared about my case. Dustin is good hearted and down to e...
Posted by anonymous | September 18, 2008
Fast, Effective Representation
Mr. Buttigieg was sensitive to my unique legal needs and was diligent in fighting for me. He called me personally to update me as to the status of my case and kept me in the loop at all times. I have had a ton of lawyers in my day and would definitely use Dustin again if I found myself in need of l...
Dustin Michael Buttigieg's Lawyer Endorsements
"I worked "against" Dustin for many years when I was a prosecutor and he was a defense attorney. He has always been hard-working, diligent, and dedicated to his clients. As a private practitioner, I have valued Dustin's insight and experience as a divorce attorney. He is also a great guy, and one of the most genuine and down to earth attorneys you'll ever meet."
"Dustin is THE go-to attorney in middle GA for personal injury, criminal law, and domestic relations,"
"Mr. Buttigieg is a passionate and articulate litigator who is very knowledgeable of the law in his practice areas. I have sought his advice for criminal defense clients in the past, and would feel comfortable referring a friend to Mr. Buttigieg."
"I endorse Mr. Buttigieg's work."
Linley Jones
Personal injury lawyer
Kevin Mammola
Child support lawyer
Experience
Honors
2018
Best Attorney, Monroe County Reporter
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Partner, Dustin M. Buttigieg, PC
Associations
2008 - Present
Macon Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
2008 - 2026
Towaliga Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. D.C.
DISMISSED
Personal Injury Settlement
undisclosed
Personal Injury Defense Jury Trial
Jury Verdict for my Client
State v. A.R.
DISMISSED
State v. C.B.
DISMISSED
Education
N/A
University of Miami
law
Languages
English
Activity
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If you at a supper speeder in the court room then why you get two fines and not even judge says so
23 Feb 2026
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If I plead guilty in a state case do I still have to go to jail?
18 Feb 2026
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How can I get help to retain lawyer? My husband controls all finances for 29 years of marriage.
16 Feb 2026