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4.8 /5.0
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Justin David Maines
also known as J.D. Maines
About Justin
Biography
If you are facing serious, life-altering criminal charges, who do you want standing next to you in court? How about a former prosecutor who use to bring those charges. That lawyer is J.D. Maines.
Born in Savannah, J.D. graduated from Clemson University (cum laude) in 2004 with a degree in Economics and Accounting. He went on to receive a Juris Doctorate from the University of South Carolina School Of Law (top 1/3 of class) in 2007.
An experienced trial lawyer, J.D. has been a prosecutor in both South Carolina and Georgia. First, he served as an Assistant Solicitor in SC’s 16th Judicial District. Most recently, he was an Assistant District Attorney for Chatham County, Georgia.
While serving in these highly prestigious positions, J.D. was one of two special attorneys assigned to work only the most serious drugs cases, asset forfeitures, and wiretaps for the Chatham County Narcotics Team (CNT). In South Carolina, J.D. was selected as the senior felony drug prosecutor for the York County Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU).
Facing a DUI? J.D. was the former DUI prosecutor in the State Court of Chatham County, Georgia and a special DUI Assistant Solicitor in York County, South Carolina.
Why does this matter? Experience. If you can build a criminal case, you know how to defend it.
J.D. is admitted to practice law in Georgia and South Carolina and defends clients throughout the low country’s Coastal Empire. J.D. is Of Counsel with The Nye Law Group, P.C.
J.D. Maines is a member of the South Carolina Bar, the Georgia State Bar, and in federal courts including the Southern District of Georgia.
DUI lawyer defending and protecting drivers.
A DUI conviction has devastating consequences so you better have a lawyer you trust.
Practice Areas
9
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
25%
19 years | 100 cases
DUI and DWI
25%
19 years | 200 cases
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
8%
Expungement
7%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Georgia for 15 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in South Carolina for 18 years
State: South Carolina
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Online Presence
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Posted by Peter | September 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Incredible & highly recommended attorney
JD handled a complex criminal legal issue, provided his thorough analysis, and brought it to a quick resolution that resulted in no charges being filed. Extremely generous, skilled, and highly recommended.
Posted by anonymous | February 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Amazing!!! There is NO better DUI attorney for SC
I hired Mr. Maines after a DUI car accident (no injuries, thankfully). I was not terribly optimistic that I wouldn't lose my license and/or have to go to mandated DUI classes, but knew I needed someone to represent me. I was surprised initially because the cost of hiring Mr. Maines was more than I ex...
Posted by christsteele | August 07, 2014 | DUI & DWI
Absolutely the best!
Justin was referred to me by a friend who raved about him. Justin worked with me to handle my DUI in South Carolina. He was always professional, friendly, and explained what was happening every step of the way. I would not hesitate to seek Justin's legal advice in the future and have recommended him ...
Posted by anonymous | July 02, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
I should have done my research!!
I truly blame myself, however, the search engine I used is to blame as well - or perhaps false advertising on the part of the Nye Law Group. A reputable lawyer in my area helped me search out a family lawyer to handle my divorce in SC. The Nye Law Group came up at the top of the search engine lis...
Justin David Maines's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer as an excellent, hardworking attorney who is well-versed in both Georgia and South Carolina law."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Justin is a great attorney that will work hard to get you a positive result."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. JD goes above and beyond for his clients. His hard work is shown by the outcomes he achieves for his clients."
"I endorse Justin. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Justin is a excellent attorney who you can trust. I have know him as a prosecutor and a defense attorney and he always seems to get great results."
"I highly endorse J.D. Maines. He is one of the most knowledgeable and hardest working criminal defense attorneys in the area. His experience from years as a prosecutor provides him unique insight into his cases. While he is well versed in all areas of criminal defense, his experience in felony drug cases is second to none."
"I endorse JD without reservation. JD is always prepared to fight for his clients. JD is a zealous advocate for his clients."
"I worked with J.D. for several years, and was constantly impressed by his grasp of the law, his work ethic, and his skill as a zealous and skillfull courtroom advocate. I would freely and without reservation endorse him."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
10 Best Under 40, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Partner, The Nye Law Group, P.C.
2013 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of Justin Maines, LLC
2011 - 2013
Assistant District Attorney, Chatham County District Attorney's Office
2007 - 2011
Assistant Solicitor, South Carolina 16th Judicial Circuit Solicitor's Office
Associations
2014 - Present
Chatham County Juvenile Court BarExective Board Member
2014 - Present
National College of DUI Defense, Inc.Member
2013 - Present
Savannah Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2013 - Present
Savannah Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Quarterman CR14-0795
Attempted Murder of a Police Office case where ALL evidence against my client was suppressed.
State v. Doe
Acquittal of all charges for my client
Education
2007
University of South Carolina School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
Clemson University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2012
Prescription Narcotic Abuse: A Presentation and Case Discussion by CNT
Legal Requirements for PHI Disclosures
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Should police have taken me to the hospital instead of jail after my car accident following me eluding the police?
15 Sep 2014
Q&A
1996 DUI with SC Drivers License, went through proper channels in SC 18yrs ago. Ga-DMV told me I have to take DUI class2014...
10 Sep 2014