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 anonymous | July 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Kind, communicative and helpful to this out of stater
Shannon was my contact at the firm and she and her legal assistance were simply outstanding. When a weekend trip to the beach resulted in a citation she went to work and resolved the situation with great success. If you plan to go to Tybee you may want to have her on speed dial.
Posted by anonymous | June 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best decision ever made: hire Cris and the amazing team at The Schneider Law Firm
From the moment I called The Schneider Law Firm for the first time till my case was closed, I was absolutely impressed by the professionalism of the firm! It was my first experience with the Judicial System and I can't be grateful enough to have this amazing team on my side. Cris and Shannon were unb...
Posted by Christopher K. | May 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Just Like The Movies
Cris and Shannon are absolutley amazing. I have had a relationship with the firm since 2014. Throughout the time we had, I was always kept up to date on everything. Any and all offers that were offered, I declined. I told Cris this in the beginning, " I am hiring you after interviewing every attorn...
Posted by anonymous | May 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great Service
Great staff and office. They always kept in contact and made sure I felt comfortable until the time of trial. I would recommend this service to anyone who is looking for a dependable law firm that cares
Posted by anonymous | May 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Awesome Team, Great Results, Compassionate
Beginning with my intial consultation, Cris connected with me on a very real and personal level, letting me know he was there to fight for me and his team would ensure the best possible outcome. Never having been in this type of situation before I cannot explain the anxiety it caused and the fear tha...
"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
Member
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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