Mr. Schneider earned his Juris Doctor degree from George Washington University in Washington, D.C. in 1995. He practiced law in Atlanta for 10 years specializing in state and federal criminal defense. While in Atlanta, Mr. Schneider worked with nationally known criminal defense attorney Drew Findling at the Findling Law Firm defending clients on numerous charges ranging from minor offenses to multi-million dollar federal conspiracy cases. During his time at the firm he represented numerous high-profile clients, including celebrities, high ranking political officials, and professional athletes.
After relocating to coastal Georgia, Mr. Schneider joined the Atlantic Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office where he served as the lead trial attorney for both Bryan and McIntosh counties. He was a featured educator and speaker for prosecutors throughout the state of Georgia. Mr. Schneider was an esteemed faculty member in the Litigation for Prosecutors program and is the author of the study, “Looking Down from the Benches and Up from the Trenches,” a study in judicial and law enforcement perspectives on prosecutors which he presented to over 700 prosecutors from across the state of Georgia.
Mr. Schneider left the District Attorney’s Office to open The Schneider Law Firm realizing his passion for helping people and their families. Since then, Mr. Schneider has represented numerous clients in State and Federal Courts and was appointed Hinesville City Solicitor. Mr. Schneider is active in a number of professional organizations including the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, he is the Vice President of the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and is an active member with both the Atlantic Judicial Circuit and the Savannah Bar Associations.
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302 E Bay St, Savannah, GA, 31401
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Posted by Steven | February 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
A decision that will forever Define your life
From the first day of my incident I knew that my life as I knew it to be was never going to be the same. I also knew that I was going to need help and lots of it. I started immediately looking online for the right attorney as if I didn't already have my hands full. I had to look for the best lawyer i...
Posted by anonymous | February 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
A Grateful Tourist
I came to Savannah on vacation, and thanks to Chis, Shannon and their staff...I didn't leave on probation. Their staff kept me informed every step of the way, and the lawyers gave good sound legal advise. I don't think I'll be moving to Georgia, but if you're in need of legal help, these are the pro...
Posted by anonymous | February 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best Firm in Savannah!
During normal duty hours the staff are easily accessible. Rather that be by phone, email, or in person. If any questions arise, they definitely will put your mind at ease. I hands down highly recommend this firm. I moved to a different state and I only had to make two court appearances in two years t...
Posted by anonymous | December 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Hands down the best Dui lawyer in Savannah
Cris and his team were extremely professional and knowledgeable through out the entire process. Not only did they have my case closed in an extremely timely manner, They got my DUI charge reduced driving too fast for conditions.
Posted by anonymous | October 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
I couldn't be happier
I was charged with several felonies in bulloch county and was terrified as I was facing 19 years. I immediately hired cris and Shannon and couldn't be happier with the outcome of my case. Bulloch county is a strict, no nonsense jurisdiction and thanks to Cris and Shannon, I only received probation an...
"Cris is a intelligent attorney who has a great work ethic and is not afraid to fight for you rights. As a former prosecutor, he has the seen both sides of the aisle, and can use his formulative experiences to craft the best defense for your particular situation. I would not hesitate to recommend him for your Georgia criminal case."
"I strongly recommend Mr. Schneider. His experience as a defense attorney and a prosecutor are invaluable to his clients. the ability to see all sides of a criminal matter are crucial to a successful defense."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Cris is amazing, you simply can't go wrong with him as your attorney."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. I have seen him work in the courtroom and he does an outstanding job in repersenting his clients. He is not only very professional but very prepared as well."
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2015
10 Best, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2014
Nationally Ranked Superior DUI Attorney, NAFDD
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyer, The National Trial Lawyers
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10.0 Superb - Top Attorney Criminal Defense, Avvo
2009 - Present
Owner, The Schneider Law Firm
2012 - 2013
Solicitor, City of Hinesville, Georgia
2003 - 2009
Assistant District Attorney, Atlantic Judicial Circuit District Attorney's Office
1998 - 2003
Attorney, The Findling Law Firm
2013 - Present
Savannah Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersVice President
2003 - Present
Atlantic Circuit Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1996 - Present
Georgia State Bar AssociationMember
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Member
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Member
1995
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
Speaker and author of the study, “Looking Down from the Benches and Up from the Trenches,” a study in judicial and law enforcement perspectives on prosecutors
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