I was born and raised in Tifton, Ga. My father Joe Kunes and grandfather Gerald Kunes both practice law here as well. I am working mainly in the area of DUI, drug cases, and general criminal defense. I also take on personal injury cases, traffic citations, and civil matters depending on each client's individual needs. As a small town firm, we thrive on being able to handle many practice fields, but if we feel another firm has special expertise, we will not hesitate to refer you to the best attorney for your particular case.
If you have been arrested in Georgia for DUI you have ten (10) business days to request and Administrative License Suspension (ALS) hearing. If you blew over the legal limit or refused the State's test, your license will be suspended on the 31st day. Call today to set up a free consultatation to protect your rights.
Practice areas
12 years
12 years
12 years
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Languages spoken
English, Spanish
230 E. 2nd Street
Po Box 985
Tifton, GA, 31793
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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GA | Active Member in Good Standing | 2008 | 12/21/2020 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Member | Tift County Athletic Hall of Fame | 2015 |
Graduate- NCDD Winter Session | National College of DUI Defense | 2014 |
Graduate- Bill Daniel's Trial Advocacy Program | Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | 2011 |
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. | 2010 |
Finalist for Heggoy Award for Best Senior History Thesis | University of Georgia | 2003 |
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Governor's Scholarship | Georgia Scholar Program | 1999 |
Outstanding Delgate | Junior Youth Assembly | 1995 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Kunes Law Office | 2008 - Present |
Clerk | Kunes Law Office | 2005 - 2008 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2014 - Present |
National College of DUI Defense | Member | 2013 - Present |
Association of Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America | Member | 2012 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2009 - Present |
National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws | Member | 2009 - Present |
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State Bar of Georgia | Member | 2008 - Present |
Tifton Judicial Circuit Bar Association | Member | 2008 - Present |
Georgia Defense of Drinking Drivers | Member | 2008 - Present |
Tifton Judicial Circuit Bar Association | President | 2009 - 2010 |
Oglethorpe Legal Society | Vice President | 2007 - 2008 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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GA ICLE- May DUI Update | Lions, Tigers, and Bears, Oh My!; Dealing with Ethical Issues in DUI Cases | 2015 |
www.blogger.com | Defending DUI Blog | 2011 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Georgia State University | JD | 2008 |
University of Georgia | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2003 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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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 | 2015 |
PILA Charity Auction | Auctioneer for Charity Items | 2009 |
PILA Charity Auction | Auctioneer for Charity Items | 2008 |
PILA charity auction | Auctioneer for Charity Items | 2007 |
Case name | Outcome |
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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 |
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David Wolf, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Aug 20, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
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.
Alison Langley, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 8, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Travis Newton, DUI and DWI Attorney on Aug 4, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Gregory Willis, DUI and DWI Attorney on Feb 23, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
John Ralls, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 29, 2014
Relationship: Other
I endorse this talented and knowledgeable attorney, who is well-respected in the legal community.
Emily Vowell, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jan 28, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Patrick is one of the most knowledgeable defense lawyers in the area. I highly recommend him for any DUI defense case.
Jack Klein, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Oct 21, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
J. Pollette, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Oct 4, 2012
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
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.
Matthew Bennett, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jun 30, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Patrick has a wealth of knowledge in Georgia DUI law and procedure.
Ketan Patel, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 21, 2012
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer. Brilliant and witty.
Scotty Storey, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Apr 2, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
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
Allen Yates, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 14, 2012
Relationship: Friend
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.
Kimberly Berry, DUI and DWI Attorney on Feb 28, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Parag Shah, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 31, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Richard Lawson, DUI and DWI Attorney on Oct 31, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
George Mccranie, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 27, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
George Wright, General practice Attorney on Oct 4, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Ethan Way, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 19, 2010
Relationship: Worked together on matter
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.
Frank Gomez, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jun 28, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Kavan Grover, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jun 24, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Patrick is a true trial lawyer. He is always prepared for and does not shy away from trial, and he is usually successful at convincing the judge or jury of his client's innocence. Patrick is already known as one of the best attorneys in his region. I endorse his work.
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