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Patrick Applegate Kunes
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Biography
Patrick Kunes is a third generation attorney in Tifton, who started practice of law in 2008. He graduated from Tift County High School in 1999, and then received a full academic Governor's Scholarship through the Georgia Scholar Program. He attended the University of Georgia where he received a B.A in History. in 2003, and was nominated for the Heggoy Award for best senior thesis. While in Athens he served as Lighting Director (LD) for live music performances, along with other aspects of production for the venue called the Georgia Theatre. Patrick finished his Juris Doctor at Georgia State University College of Law in 2008, where he was Vice President of the Oglethorpe Legal Society, 3-time auctioneer for the Public Interest Law Association (PILA) Charity Auction, and was a graduate research assistant for a study abroad in International Commercial Arbitration. He is a past President of the Tifton Bar Association (2010), and is a member of the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (GACDL) serving as Vice-President in 2017. He is also a graduate of GACDL's Bill Daniel Trial Advocacy Program. He enjoys membership of the Georgia Defense of Drinking Drivers (DODD) group, the National College of DUI Defense (NCDD) and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL). Patrick is also a Life Member of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML) where he sits on the NORML Legal Committee. He is familiar with the laws regarding marijuana, THC derivatives, Delta-8, hashish, dabs, and other cannabinoids and derivatives. Patrick was a speaker at Continuing Education seminars in the field of DUI defense orchestrated by the Georgia State Bar Association and the Georgia Defense of Drinking Drivers (DODD) Institute. Patrick's insights on cross examination of officers who use of an "imaginary line" on field sobriety tests has been employed by attorneys across the country with great success. Patrick handles cases where people are accused of DUI, as well as handling marijuana and THC cases, drug possession cases, speeding cases, traffic offenses and general criminal defense. He covers court in his home of Tifton and surrounding areas.. In his free time he is active in his church, helps organize events for Tifton Tourism Association, and is a talent buyer since 2014 for bands for Rhythm & Ribs Festival in Fulwood Park in Tifton.
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Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
35%
17 years
Cannabis Law
20%
17 years
Criminal Defense
15%
17 years
Drug Crime
15%
17 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 150-350 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Georgia for 17 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Patrick Applegate Kunes
230 E. 2nd Street, Po Box 985, Tifton, GA, 31793
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Patrick Applegate Kunes's Reviews
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Posted by Spencer | July 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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Retired Military
Mr. Kunes and his staff provided excellent service for my family. His attention to detail in both cases resulted in great outcomes through the court system / lengthy negotiations. Thank you Mr. Kunes!
Posted by Brandon | June 5, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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Traffic Ticket Resolution
Excellent communication throughout the process. Patrick expeditiously came to a resolution concerning my traffic tickets. Will recommend Kunes Law.
Posted by anonymous | March 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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Great job
Patrick was great. Quality advice. Good result. Fair price. While I hope we never need him again, I would gladly work with him again if we did
Posted by anonymous | August 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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Great Business
Patrick Kunes is amazing! He was very understanding of the situation, and willing to work with you on whatever the task may be. The office staff was so kind and friendly making a very nerve wracking process very easy to navigate! The process itself was very speedy and efficient. As well as telling me...
Posted by Shaena | April 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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100% satisfaction
I hired Patrick Kunes to represent me in speeding ticket and DUI in the state of Georgia and he went above and beyond to help me in my time of need to find Justice and peace of mind. He was very professional and knowledgeable in his area of expertise and I would recommend his law office to any human ...
Patrick Applegate Kunes's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have never hesitated to send clients to Patrick. He’s smart and has a deep understanding of the law down to the smallest minutiae. You’re just not going to find a better lawyer in South Georgia."
"Patrick Kunes is an excellent personal injury, criminal defense, and traffic ticket attorney. He understands what it takes to advocate on behalf of his clients. If you want an experienced attorney from a well established family run law firm, Patrick Kunes is a solid choice. I recommend Patrick Kunes and his law firm."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Patrick is an excellent attorney for DUI defense and any other criminal defense case. He has excellent knowledge of DUI law. Patrick is well known for his skill and advocacy in court. I highly recommend him for DUI defense and any other criminal matter."
"I endorse this talented and knowledgeable attorney, who is well-respected in the legal community."
"Patrick is one of the most knowledgeable defense lawyers in the area. I highly recommend him for any DUI defense case."
"If you receive a Ticket in South Georgia, Mr. Kunes is the lawyer to retain. I endorse this lawyer and have referred numerous clients to him for Superspeeder tickets in Tift, Dooly and Lownes Counties."
"Patrick Kunes is a professional, courteous, and highly skilled advocate who zealously represents his clients' interests. I have enjoyed getting to know him as we have worked on cases together, and wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to clients seeking representation in traffic matters in south Georgia. In fact, I routinely refer clients to him in certain counties along the I-75 corridor south from Macon to Valdosta."
"I endorse this lawyer. Patrick has a wealth of knowledge in Georgia DUI law and procedure."
"I endorse this lawyer. Brilliant and witty."
"Patrick and I had a mutual client who was facing a 100+ mph charge and a reckless charge in Georgia, which would possibly present serious ramifications with the defendant's license in California. Patrick handled the case with amazing results. Scotty Storey"
"Patrick is one of the best young trial attorneys in the state. I am always amazed at the results he obtains for his clients. In addition to his skill as a trial attorney, Patrick's outstanding character and candor provide the foundation that ensures his clients rest easy knowing they have Mr. Kunes on their side."
"Mr. Kunes is a great trial attorney and his clients are well served. He gets great deals and many reductions and dismissals. He knows many of the local judges and has a great reputation for being a top flight criminal defense attorney. You can't go wrong with Mr. Kunes."
"I have had the pleasure of witnessing Patrick's trial skills in action. He is an intelligent, charismatic, and passionate advocate. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"Patrick is an excellent lawyer. He works tirelessly for his clients. He comes from a long line of great lawyers that set the bench mark for legal representation throughout South Georgia. He has my highest recommendation and admiration. You are in good hands when he is your attorney."
"Patrick is one of the the brightest and hardest working young attorneys in the area. He is a credit to the legal community in Tifton, GA and aggressively represents his clients."
"I have been extremely impressed in Patrick's work in defending DUI cases and criminal work in general. He leaves no stone unturned in digging out the facts to represent his clients. A third generation attorney, Patrick has seemingly "inherited" his trial savy. And he been trained the best possible way, trying cases to juries."
"I endorse this lawyer's work on DUI and criminal work in Georgia. Mr. Kunes is very professional and replies promptly to clients and counsel. I will most certainly continue to refer cases to Mr. Kunes."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Patrick is one of the rising stars in the DUI Defense community. If you are in need of quality representation in the South Georgia area, Patrick is the attorney to call."
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Experience
Honors
2023
Graduate- Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE), Anthony Palacios
2015
Member, Tift County Athletic Hall of Fame
2014
Graduate- NCDD Winter Session, National College of DUI Defense
2011
Graduate- Bill Daniel's Trial Advocacy Program, Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2010
Graduate- DUI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, Ron Lloyd and Tony Corroto
2010
Graduate- Defending Marijuana Cases in Georgia, N.O.R.M.L.
2003
Finalist for Heggoy Award for Best Senior History Thesis, University of Georgia
1999
Governor's Scholarship, Georgia Scholar Program
1995
Outstanding Delgate, Junior Youth Assembly
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Attorney, Kunes Law Office
2005 - 2008
Clerk, Kunes Law Office
Associations
2014 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2013 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2012 - Present
Association of Interstate Trucking Lawyers of AmericaMember
2010 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2009 - Present
National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana LawsMember
2008 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
2008 - Present
Tifton Judicial Circuit Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Georgia Defense of Drinking DriversMember
2009 - 2010
Tifton Judicial Circuit Bar AssociationPresident
2007 - 2008
Oglethorpe Legal SocietyVice President
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. F.D.
Reduction to Reckless Driving
State v. B.W.
Reduction to Reckless Driving
State v. T.C.
Reduction to Reckless Driving
State v. A.L.
Not guilty on a .124 and .137 BAC
State v. S.W
Not guilty on 17 felony counts.
State v. M.A.
DUI dismissed, conditional discharge on marijuana
Education
2008
Georgia State University
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
University of Georgia
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Georgia State Bar Association
Moderator for panel on Ethics in DUI cases
2015
Georgia Defense of Drinking Drivers Institute
Administrative License Suspension Issues: How and When to Fight
2009
PILA Charity Auction
Auctioneer for Charity Items
2008
PILA Charity Auction
Auctioneer for Charity Items
2007
PILA charity auction
Auctioneer for Charity Items
Publications
2015
GA ICLE- May DUI Update
Lions, Tigers, and Bears, Oh My!; Dealing with Ethical Issues in DUI Cases
2011
www.blogger.com
Defending DUI Blog
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English
Spanish
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