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Licensed in South Carolina for 24 years
State: South Carolina
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Licensed in Georgia for 25 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
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Law Offices of Patrick Scott Ferris
208 S. Peterson Ave., Douglas, GA, 31533
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Posted by Joyce | May 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Excellent criminal defense lawyer
I recently had the pleasure of working with Patrick Ferris. He is a very skilled lawyer and I cannot recommend him highly enough. From our first consultation to the final resolution of my case, Patrick Ferris demonstrated exceptional expertise, professionalism, and overall an excellent lawyer. ...
Posted by SHANNON HARDEN | March 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
BEST DEFENSE LAWYER IN GEORGIA
Patrick is the best defense lawyer I have ever hired . He is very professional when he enters the court room . He knowledge of the law is above and beyond the average . He goes the extra mile for his clients . His fees are more than fair considering the representation he provides. I will say we have...
Posted by anonymous | February 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
Very Pleased
Hired Patrick to handle my protective order hearing at the last minute. Patrick went straight into action working long hours to be prepared. I felt confident once I hired him because I had seen him handle cases before when I worked in the court atmosphere. He handled my case quickly and showed his tr...
Posted by Jessie Renee Lott | September 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Jessie Renee Lott 9-10-19
This was my first time ever needing a criminal defense attorney and he done me a wonderful job. I never even had to go to court. He is smart. Acts in a quick manner. Gets you the fairest outcome he possibley can. And never once did he make me feel incompetent. He is very kind, intelligent, funny,a...
Patrick Ferris
Replied last September 18, 2019Thanks for the kind words! It was truly a pleasure helping you get your case resolved, and I am so happy that we were able to get the best possible outcome for you!
Posted by Allison | July 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Amazing lawyer... would highly recommend him
Always had my best interest at heart and worked tirelessly on my case. Was never too busy to answer any questions I had and got the sentence reduced greatly. Hiring Patrick was a life changing moment for me and I'm so thankful he was my attorney.
Patrick Scott Ferris's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Patrick does a great job for his clients. He knows the prosecutors, judges and police. I highly recommend him to represent you for a DUI case."
"Patrick is an outstanding attorney. I have had the opportunity to work with Patrick and have witnessed his knowledge of the law, his hard work and his compassion for representing his clients. He is a tremendous advocate who gets results for his clients."
"Patrick does a wonderful job of zealously advocating for his client. He is well prepared and stays up-to-date on changes to statutes and case law."
"Patrick Ferris is an amazing attorney who is always coming up with new legal arguments. He is very creative in the courtroom and defends, defends, defends."
"Patrick is an experienced and good lawyer. I know from his work in and around the Athens GA area when he was here. Anyone in his neck of the woods in the Douglas area would be well advised to consider Patrick for his or her legal needs. Personally, he's also a nice guy . . . and I can't say that for every attorney!"
"Patrick is not only extremely knowledgeable but is a fierce advocate for his clients. I highly recommend this attorney."
"I am very familiar with Patrick's work as a DUI prosecutor and know him to be a skilled and gifted lawyer. I would recommend Patrick to anyone who needs a great lawyer in the Douglas area."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Patrick out works, out thinks, and out maneuvers the prosecutors for his clients' benefit. He is a highly skilled dedicated advocate on DUI cases. Patrick continuously comes up with new innovative ideas to challenge the status quo and to question the State's cases. He may very well be South Georgia's fiercest adversary to the prosecution. Highly respected. Highly recommended."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Patrick is the pit bull of south Georgia. He is a fierce advocate and is always way more prepared than the other guy. He has gone to great effort to educate himself on the science of alcohol testing which is critical in DUI defense. He is able to challenge the intoxilyzer and the various portable breath machines to gain advantage for his client. This is a great attorney and a great guy."
"As a fellow south Georgia lawyer, I know Patrick to be a skilled and tenacious DUI defender. Not only does he utilize advanced defenses based on field sobriety tests, breath and blood testing, and recent case law, he also is a former prosecutor who can sift through the facts from a different perspective. If you are just looking for a lawyer to plea you guilty, Ferris is not your man. However, If you are looking for an attorney who will agressively defend you in Coffee county or anywhere in South Georgia, Patrick Ferris will not let you down."
"I've known Patrick for more than a dozen years. He is as bright and tenacious as any lawyer I know. I would recommend him without hesitation to anyone who needed a top-notch criminal defense attorney who cares about his clients and knows how to get the job done right."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Patrick worked with my law firm in Atlanta, Georgia for some time before starting his own practice. He is never afraid to try a case, and he aggressively represents his clients. His years of work as a solicitor allow him to know the ins and outs of defending a DUI case more than many lawyers who never worked on that side of the fence."
"Patrick ahs always been known as a very detailed oriented lawyer and prepares for each possible issue that could be raised. As a prosecutor he was always prepared and very professional. In private practice he has been aggressive and gets great results for clients. i recommend him in the area of DUI."
"I never had a trial with Patrick when he was a prosecutor, but know his reputation for being thoroughly prepared. Now that he is defending DUI and other criminal cases, I know that he has brought a new level of justice to the southeastern sector of the State of Georgia. A true champion of justice, Patrick knows the law, knows criminal procedure and can handle the most complex forensic evidence issues at trial. Hire this man with confidence."
"Patrick and I are members of the Georgia Defense of Drinking Drivers Group (DODD). I have gotten to know him through that group, and I am a better lawyer for it. He has shared information I didn't know was available, and using his tips and tricks, I have been able to succeed in defending seemingly hopeless cases. Patrick's addition to DODD has been a huge help. It's nice to be able to call on his fountain of knowledge to solve a problem. He's a darn good lawyer."
"I would recommend Patrick to anyone in need of a highly skilled and experienced DUI/criminal defense attorney. Patrick's practice focuses on DUI and he's been specially trained in DUI defense: not many lawyers in his neck of the woods can say that. He's smart, highly motivated, and above all not afraid to take on the government for his clients. He's also highly respected by DUI lawyers across the state, many of whom rely on Patrick for assistance in complex criminal matters. When other lawyers come to your lawyer for help, you know you've made the right decision, and that's what you get with Patrick. No hesitation in recommending him."
"Patrick is know to be one of the hardest working attorneys in Georgia. He is not afraid to take a difficult case. He is 100% dedicated to making sure his clients are treated fairly. He had my full support and recommendation."
"I have known Patrick since he first started practicing law. He was an aggressive fighter even back then. With the experience he's gained over the years and the advanced training he's undertaken in DUI defense, he has become a force to be reckoned with. I highly recommend this attorney for any criminal matter, especially DUI cases."
"Patrick is an exceptional DUI lawyer, and I recommend him without hesitation. As an active member of such organizations as the National College for DUI Defense, Patrick works hard to remain on the cutting edge of DUI defense. My DUI practice has certainly improved as a result of his insight. If you need a DUI lawyer that will fight your DUI charges, you can rely upon Patrick."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Top Rated Lawyer in Litigation, Martindale-Hubbell®
2021
AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell®
2020
Top Rated Lawyer in Litigation, Martindale-Hubbell®
2020
AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell®
2019
Top Rated Lawyer in Litigation, Martindale-Hubbell®
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Speaker, Georgia ICLE
2016
Top Rated Lawyer in Litigation, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Super Lawyers Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Super Lawyer Rising Star, Atlanta Magazine
2014
Super Lawyers Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Super Lawyer Rising Star, Atlanta Magazine
2014
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Instructor/Panlist, Georgia ICLE
2013
Super Lawyer Rising Star, Atlanta Magazine
2013
Super Lawyers Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Summer Session at Harvard Law School, National College for DUI Defense
2012
Pharmacology & Toxicology in DUID and Drug Cases, Scientific Law Forums/GACDL
2011
Instructor/Panelist, Georgia ICLE
2010
Mastering Scientific Evidence, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2009
Standardized Field Sobriety Test Instructor, IDS/NHTSA/IACP
2009
Summer Session at Harvard Law School, National College for DUI Defense
2003
Police Instructor, 2003 AGAT Class, Athens-Clarke County Police Dept.
2002
Police Instructor, 2002 AGAT Class, Athens-Clarke County Police Dept.
2001
Police Instructor, 2001 AGAT Class, Athens-Clarke County Police Dept.
2000
ABA National Trial Competition Team, University of Georgia School of Law
1999
Georgetown University Invitational Trial Competition, University of Georgia School of Law
Associations
2020 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersVice President
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Dr. I.B.H.
245 seperate felony charges DISMISSED. Client pled to 5 misdemeanors which were discharged upon payment of a $5,000 fine, saving client's medical license and keeping medical board action off of client's record.
State v. A.B.
NOT GUILTY of possession of marijuana with the intent to distribute, NOT GUILTY of the lesser included of possession of felony quantity of marijuana, NOT GUILTY of lesser included of possession of misdemeanor amount of marijuana.
State v. L.M.
After a hearing on our pre-trial motion, the DUI charges were dismissed.
State v. C.C.
Jury verdict of NOT GUILTY of DUI
State v. J.F.
Jury verdict of NOT GUILTY of DUI
United States v. Auger
Sentence REVERSED
State v. R.C.
Jury verdict of NOT GUILTY of DUI and all other counts.
State v. P.H.
DUI charges DISMISSED during jury trial.
Carlson v. State
Affirmed, but the case is still subject of scholarly debate.
Education
2000
University of Georgia, Athens
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
University of Georgia, Athens
AB
Speaking Engagements
2017
Gun Law (Savannah, GA)
Regulatory Issues With Title I & Title II Firearms
2017
27th Annual Tropical Seminar (Cartagena, Colombia)
Ramifications of Sexual Assault Allegations in Georgia
2015
Defense of Drinking Drivers Institute (Atlanta, GA)
How We Can Make DUI Law Practice Better
2013
June 2013 SRTEN Operations Meeting (Douglas, GA)
Making a DUI Case
2013
Georgia DUI Update 2013 (Atlanta, GA)
How The State & The Defense Can Ethically Do A Better Job
2011
Georgia DUI Update 2011 (Atlanta, GA)
A Primer on Plea Negotiations, Trials, and Client Representation in DUI Cases
2010
Georgia Crisis Intervention Team Training (POST) (Waycross, GA)
Legal Aspects of Mental Health Law
2003
Academy Graduate Advanced Training (Athens, GA)
DUI Investigation
2002
Academy Graduate Advanced Training (Athens, GA)
DUI Investigation
2001
Academy Graduate Advanced Training (Athens, GA)
DUI Investigation
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Q&A
JUST GOT MY GA TEACHERS CERTIFACATE will a dui 20 years ago show up on my job background check with school systems
11 Jul 2014
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What happens if I am caught driving on a limited permit and admit not going to/from work/school/etc. conditions in Ga?
10 Jul 2014
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10 Jul 2014