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Chat withState: South Carolina
Acquired: 2001
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State: Georgia
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
208 S. Peterson Ave., Douglas, GA, 31533
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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.
Posted by anonymous | August 02, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Hardworking, professional bulldog
Mr. Ferris is a very good attorney. He really knows the law inside and out. He works hard for his clients going above and beyond to make sure they are informed throughout the entire process. He handled my divorce case with the upmost professionalism and respect. Throughout my case, he stayed in const...
"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."
"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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Top Rated Lawyer in Litigation, Martindale-Hubbell®
2021
AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell®
2020
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2020
AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell®
2019
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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
2020 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersVice President
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.
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.
After a hearing on our pre-trial motion, the DUI charges were dismissed.
Jury verdict of NOT GUILTY of DUI
Jury verdict of NOT GUILTY of DUI
Sentence REVERSED
Jury verdict of NOT GUILTY of DUI and all other counts.
DUI charges DISMISSED during jury trial.
Affirmed, but the case is still subject of scholarly debate.
2000
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
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2017
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2017
Ramifications of Sexual Assault Allegations in Georgia
2015
How We Can Make DUI Law Practice Better
2013
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2013
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2011
A Primer on Plea Negotiations, Trials, and Client Representation in DUI Cases
2010
Legal Aspects of Mental Health Law
2003
DUI Investigation
2002
DUI Investigation
2001
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