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I was born in Pittsburgh and grew up in North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania. I attended Duquesne University in Pittsburgh and was a member of Army ROTC and Gamma Phi fraternity. After graduation and commissioning as a second lieutenant, I attended Fordham Law School in New York City, where I served on the editorial boards of both the Urban Law Journal and Moot Court.
I attended the Army's Judge Advocate General's School in Charlottesville, Virginia, and was assigned to the 3rd Infantry Division at Fort Stewart, Georgia. I had the honor of deploying with 3ID to Kuwait in January 2003 and crossed the berm into Iraq in March of that year.
After leaving the Army in 2006, I opened a law practice in Richmond Hill, Georgia, with fellow judge Advocate Chester J. Gregg. Our practice, Balbo & Gregg, focuses on Criminal Defense, Family Law, Personal Injury, and Immigration. We work hard for our clients at an affordable price.
I'm an avid fisherman and love Steeler football.
Practice areas
Felonies, Misdemeanors, DUI, Drug Offenses, Sexual Assault, Violent Crimes, Federal Crimes, Courts-Martial, Article 15s
Divorce, Child Custody, Adoption, Child Support
Balbo & Gregg, Attorneys at Law, PC
11258 Ford Avenue
Suite 11
Richmond Hill, GA, 31324
Balbo & Gregg, Attorneys at Law, PC
438A, West General Screven Way,
Hinesville, GA, 31313
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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GA | Active Member in Good Standing | 2005 | 12/21/2020 |
NY | Resigned | 2003 | 12/09/2020 |
NJ | Resigned Without Prejudice | 2001 | 12/28/2020 |
Legal answers | 9 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Preeminent 4.8 out of 5 | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
Honor Graduate - 157th OBC | U.S. Army | 2002 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Trial Counsel | U.S. Army JAG Corps | 2002 - 2006 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2013 - Present |
St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church Parish Council | President | 2013 - Present |
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2006 - Present |
Veterans of Foreign Wars | Member | 2006 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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WSAV News | Close to 1200 Immigrants Sent to Georgia | 2014 |
La Voz Latina | USCIS Proposing Changes to Waiver Procedures | 2012 |
Washington Post | Deployment Being used Against Parents in Child Custody Battles | 2008 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Fordham University NY | JD - Juris Doctor | 2001 |
Duquesne University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1998 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Cinco de Mayo - Pooler, GA | Immigration Reform | 2013 |
Savannah Board of Realtors | Immigration and Diversity | 2012 |
Forum on Georgia SB529 | Immigration Reform | 2007 |
Case name | Outcome |
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US v. SGT FM | Not Guilty on all charges. |
US v. SFC GP | After a very lengthy hearing, the board found there was no basis for the separation and the matter was closed. |
State of GA v. MP | The case was dismissed at a preliminary hearing for lack of probable cause. |
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Scott Noto, Military law Attorney on Sep 27, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I fully endorse A.J. Balbo. I am honored to have worked with him on a number of courts-martial and related military matters. He is a great advocate who has good rapport with his clients and the judge. I would recommend him to anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney, whether for military or civilian courts.
Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 13, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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Mary Davis, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 16, 2015
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
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Portland Campanaro, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 19, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. One of the top attorneys in the region.
Christopher Martens, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 30, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
A.J. isn't afraid to take on complex and challenging cases that other attorneys may avoid. His affable personality, knowledge of the law, and command of the courtroom are highly desirable traits that make him an excellent attorney and a formidable opponent.
Richard Sanders, Family Attorney on Jun 6, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse AJ as he is always working hard for his clients. AJ has been opposing counsel on a few of my cases and he is always prepared and knowledgeable.
Christopher Geier, Criminal defense Attorney on May 22, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Jonathan Dunn, Immigration Attorney on May 21, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
A.J.'s command of the law and integrity make him a credit to the profession.
Chester Gregg, Criminal defense Attorney on May 21, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.