Cris Edward Schneider

Cris Edward Schneider

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 29 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Savannah, GA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence ... +2 more

302 E Bay St, Savannah, GA

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Licensed in Georgia for 29 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1996

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302 E Bay St, Savannah, GA, 31401

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Cris Edward Schneider's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

39 Client Reviews

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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...n Savannah. This decision was by far the most difficult and most important decision I had ever made. I knew that this was a decision that will forever define my life. You never think of this moment until you find yourself in a predicament. I interviewed several attorneys before walking through Cris’s door. From the first moment I stepped inside his office I felt at home. My nerves were out of control and his staff instantly was able to calm me down. After sitting in the room with Cris and Shannon discussing my case I knew he was the one for me. Whatever the outcome was to be I felt that I was In the best hands I could be in. My future was now entirely in his hands, and so began our long journey. Throughout our 2 and a half year long battle Cris never let me down. Everything that he said he could do for me he did and much more. Many times my stress levels were out the roof and he took the time to reassure me that he had it all under control and to trust him. His communication with me was key in keeping me calm throughout it all. Believe it or not just a simple Christmas card from him made me feel like I wasn't just a paycheck but that he truly cared about me. I was thankful for having such an amazing and caring team working on my behalf. I know that I will never in my life need to call on Cris again but will forever be thankful for all that he has made possible for me. Remember to never lose hope, this too shall pass. Thank you Cris Shannon and team.

Posted by Ashley | April 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

so thankful

I'm so happy I hired Cris as my lawyer, the whole firm did an exceptional job with my case and helped me every step of the way. Everyone at the firm was so genuine and I had complete confidence in everyone there. I would 100% recommend Schneider Law Firm if you have a case that needs to be solved. Th...is was my first DUI and I was so nervous but Cris and his partner Shannon were amazing!

Posted by Scott | March 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Life saver

I have, for the first timein my life, received justice from our justice system. This is entirely because I chose to hire The Scneider Law Firm. I was falsely arrested for a DUI. My livelihood depends on my license, for I am a commercial truck driver. I was not guilty of this crime and told Mr. Scn...eider as much. He absolutely believed me and due to the vigilance and dedication of this law firm, my case was dismissed. Words can not describe how much I believe in this law firm. One last thing...Natalie Crook, you are INCREDIBLE . You put up with my constant anxiety and impatience. Thank all of you from the very bottom of my heart.

Posted by Keith | December 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Best choice!!!

Chris is the no nonsense attorney who will fight for you. I am so please with the way he handled my case as well has with his staff. Never had I walked into an attorney's office and felt so protected. I can't thank the Schneider Law Group enough. Thank you!!!

Posted by Donna | June 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Cris Edward Schneider's

Cris, I hope you know how much your law firm and everyone in the office are appreciated for their hard work in my sons case over the last few months. I will definitely be referring your services to others and as hard as it is to find a company who genuinely cares for their clients I do believe you...r staff went above and beyond the call of duty to keep a scared mom updated and informed as often as I needed it. It was so appreciated to be able to get answers from competent and caring people that helped ease my mind . At a time we were at our lowest and scared your office never failed to reassure me and put up with my constant questions and worries. I don't think I could of made it thru the whole process without their helping ways and calm answers; Always ready to respond. You should be very proud of your staff as they are some of the greatest people who really care for what they do and the lives they come in contact with. That is not an easy accomplishment in any office. But you have succeeded with your group! Ya’ll were the greatest! And Natalie thank you so much for soothing a mothers worries !!! Life is full of decisions and when your child makes the wrong choices in a situation that can damage his young life you have to stand by them ..at least the first time..and guide them through it...because I know in his heart his is a good person. Just made some bad choices. And Natalie you were there to soothe me and I thank you for always letting me know it would all be ok. I truly thank you for that. Shannon, you are one of the best attorneys who is definitely headed for a wonderful future. We also appreciate all you did for us, the questions you answered the help and guidance you gave us. Thank you for all! And Carli, you were our first person we met at the office and you were great at making us feel at home. You helped to ease our nerves. Thank you!! Donna Everyone in your office were kind and helpful and went out of their way to reassure us that everything would be fine. You have an excellent group of people who really care. On a very important note we would of never made it with you Cris. From the moment we met and spoke with you my heart stopped pounding so hard and my nerves calmed. You are the best at what you do. You have the knowledge the personality the ability to foresee and the experience that assured me that I had no trouble leaving my son's life in your hands. You did everything you said you would do. When you had doubt you let us know and gave us our options along with your advise. When we had questions you answered them honestly and straight forth. You had a presence in the courtroom that eased our minds and reassured us that you would see us thru anything that came up. And you definitely made it all work out in the right way and you didn't leave it at that. You called to be sure we were ok and everything was fine after court!! You should be proud of the way you did you job and have pride in your talent as an attorney! YA'LL ARE THE BEST!!!! Please pass this on because my heart overflows with appreciation of your companies kind services.

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Patrick Kunes

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Blake Marcus

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Gilligan

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Donald Montgomery

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Cris. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Suesan Miller

Criminal defense lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Cris is amazing, you simply can't go wrong with him as your attorney."

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W. Barber

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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Chester Gregg

Criminal defense lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

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

N/A

10.0 Superb - Top Attorney Criminal Defense, Avvo

Work Experience

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

Associations

2013 - Present

Savannah Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2010 - Present

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Vice President

2003 - Present

Atlantic Circuit Bar Association

Member

1998 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1996 - Present

Georgia State Bar Association

Member

National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Member

National Advocacy for DUI Defense, LLC

Member

American Association of Attorneys, Premier DUI

Member

National College for DUI Defense

Member

Education

1995

George Washington University National Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2009

Litigation for Prosecutors

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

Languages

English

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