$ 200-300 per hour
Jonathan Victor Dunn
About Jonathan
Biography
Current emphasis on trial advocacy in domestic and criminal proceedings. Experience includes serving as lead counsel for numerous bench and jury trials and cradle to grave management of high-volume case load. Former Assistant District Attorney, Eastern Judicial Circuit of Georgia responsible for general felony prosecution and appeals with specialized experience in prosecuting crimes involving violence against women and vehicular homicides.
Previous experience in civil arena emphasized motions practice and pretrial litigation in a variety of fields: liability defense; worker's compensation; education law; family law; labor & employment; civil rights (OCR) complaints.
Specialties- Family law trial attorney; criminal defense
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Family
75%
21 years | 10,000 cases
Criminal Defense
25%
23 years | 2,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Georgia for 23 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Location
Jonathan V. Dunn, P.C.
104 W. State Street, Suite 220, Savannah, GA, 31401
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Jonathan Victor Dunn's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 17 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Cathi | June 2, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great experience!
Mr. Dunn was recommended to my by a friend. He was professional, courteous, and answered all my questions. I had contacted him to handle my divorce but we ended up reconciling. Mr. Dunn was happy to hear the positive outcome and wished us well.
Posted by Shagufa Popal | November 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
DUI
I hired Johnathan for my case. He was absolutely amazing with the services he provided. He communicated and kept me updated throughout the process and gave me a head start with all that will need for court dates . I would definitely recommend anyone in need of a great attorney , Jonathan would be the...
Posted by Andy | November 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Criminal
Jonathan listened to what my problems were and explained what he was going to do to help me. He kept me informed about everything that was going on. He explained what was going to happen. He’s very friendly and was very helpful. Everything happened exactly as he said it would. He always answered me r...
Posted by anonymous | August 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best in Defense
Jonathan Dunn was very instrumental in my defense case. There is no other defense attorney that I would recommend after dealing with Jonathan. I was facing two misdemeanor charges and with Jonathan's help, defeated both towards dismissal in a county where dismissals are rarely encountered.
Posted by Paul | July 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
A smart, kind, and dutiful expert in the law
I was referred to Jonathan by a family member, and may I say, the services he provided me for my traffic incident was beyond what I could have expected. Jonathan was there to answer any and all of my questions—and I had many. He took me through everything up to the court date, and was there for me th...
Jonathan Victor Dunn's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Jonathan. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I have been on the opposing side of many cases with Jonathan. I have always found him to be well prepared and knowledgable. He will get the results his clients expect."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jonathan has been opposing counsel on a few of my cases and he is always a tough advocate for his clients. Jonathan truly cares about his clients and always fights for their best interest."
"It is very rare that you meet an attorney who is smart and cares about the work they do as much as Jonathan Dunn."
"I have had the opportunity to work with Jonathan on a variety of cases and issues in our shared practice area. He is ethical, conscientious, and an accomplished trial attorney. His past experience as an Assistant DA also gives him valuable insight into a variety of criminal issues which arise incidental to family law cases. I endorse him without reservation."
"Jonathan is a well-prepared and knowledgeable attorney. He'll fight hard for his clients."
"Jonathan is an excellent attorney and one of the most intelligent and hard working people that I know. He is an experienced and dedicated advocate for his clients. I highly recommend Jonathan Dunn."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Jonathan Dunn is an immensely competent and tenacious attorney who advocates with zeal and vigor. He has spent the majority of his legal career practicing in the areas of criminal and family law, and he has genuine care and concern for his clients. Jonathan is a pillar of justice, and those retaining his legal services can expect superb representation. Without reserve, I highly recommend this lawyer."
"I have known Jonathan for almost 20 years, and wholeheartedly endorse him. He is passionate, fearless, and extremely bright. I consider myself fortunate to have never found myself on the opposite side of a legal equation from Jonathan Dunn."
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Experience
Honors
1997
Who's Who Among America's Teachers, Who's Who Education
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Partner, Johnson, Kraeuter & Dunn, LLC
2008 - 2011
Attorney, McCorkle & Johnson, LLP
2003 - 2008
Assistant District Attorney, Chatham County District Attorney's Office
2001 - 2003
Attorney, Thompson & Sweeny, P.C.
2000 - 2000
Law Clerk, Moore, Clarke, Du Vall & Rodgers, PC
1996 - 1998
Teacher, Landmark Christian School
Associations
2012 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember, Family Law Section
2001 - Present
State Bar of Georgia, Family Law Section
Sample of Legal Cases
King v. State, 290 Ga.App. 118, 658 S.E.2d 883 (2008);
Affirmed on Appeal
Scott v. State, 288 Ga.App. 738, 655 S.E.2d 326 (2007)
Affirmed on Appeal
Alvin v. State, 287 Ga.App. 350, 651 S.E.2d 489 (2007).
Affirmed on Appeal
Education
2001
University of Georgia School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
Mercer University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Savannah Bar Association Hot Topics Seminar
Family Law Tips for the General Practitioner
2010
Georgia Institute for Continuing Legal Education
Recent Developments in Family Law
Publications
2009
State Bar CLE Books
Unanswered Legal and Ethical Questions in Family Law
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is my daughter legitimated?
08 Apr 2020
Q&A
How do I draft a motion to obtain my adoption records
21 Sep 2019
Q&A
How can i tell my dad i want to live with my mom?
30 Oct 2018