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Biography
After several years as a USAF JAG attorney, Chris resigned a position as Chief of Claims for all of Europe, in order to move to Thomasville, Georgia to join Doug Silvis in 1991. He is now co-owner and partner in the firm. Chris specializes in DUI defense, personal injury cases, adoptions, criminal cases, and civil litigation. He is licensed to practice law in both Georgia and Florida.
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Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
42 years
DUI and DWI
50%
42 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
Awards
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Licenses
Licensed in Georgia for 34 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 41 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Location
Silvis, Ambrose, Lindquist & Coch,P.C.
(229) 226-9350
Fax
220 S. Hansell Street, P.O. Box 1557, Thomasville, GA, 31799-1557
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Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
DUI
Handled my DUI case with high professional manner .Very friendly,courteous, and knowledgeable. My charge was reduced to wreckless driving. charges of DUI, speeding,open container,and failure to maintain lane were dropped. Mr. comes highly recommended.
Posted by Justin | October 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Would recommend
Mr. Ambrose is the best lawyer I hired for my case. He was not only professional and courteous, but also very knowledgable in handling my matter. I would recommend him to everyone who needs a great and outstanding lawyer
Posted by anonymous | August 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Blessed......
I was recommended to Mr. Ambrose by a coworker and I was very hesitant to call; but after praying about the situation I called and Mr. Ambrose and he accepted the case graciously. Mr. Ambrose met with us and discussed the possibilities of what could happen and he went on from there. Mr. Ambrose did w...
Posted by Robert | May 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Adoption
adult adoption of child, now 22, who called me daddy all of her life.
The first time meeting and gaining counsel pertaining to adult adoption of my child, who is now 22, and has referred to me as daddy all of her life, was in 2012. I might characterize this meeting, with Chris E. Ambrose, as highly informative, in terms of defining the implications of adult adoption (...
Posted by Jeff | December 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Expectations exceeded
The list of charges filed against me in 2013 added up to over an 80 year prison sentence if convicted. I was not an ideal client at first for Chris due to my inability to stay out of the local media and my entitled behavior while sitting in jail. I finally accepted responsibility and realized I alon...
Chris Evan Ambrose's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have worked with Chris Ambrose on several legal matters. He is always professional and knowledgeable. If I ever had an adoption question, he was my go-to and never hesitated to answer my questions and give me excellent advice. Plus, he is one of the nicest people you will ever meet."
"I have witnessed the vigorous and focused defense that Chris brings to his clients. He is one of the most knowledgeable DUI attorneys that I know. I would not hesitate to refer Chris to any potential client that I find myself unable to represent, and have referred clients to Chris on several occasions. I rank Chris at the top of the list among colleagues practicing in the DUI/DWI defense area."
"Chris operates a successful legal practice in the area of criminal defense and adoptions."
"I have had the pleasure of working with Chris on a number of cases and brainstorming with him on others. He is a very knowledgeable and caring attorney and I am confident in referring people to him."
"Mr. Ambrose enjoys an excellent reputation in the community, and I refer all of my calls for possible representation on DUI matters to Mr. Ambrose. I endorse this lawyer."
"Chris is a proficient criminal defense attorney who is not afraid to stand up for his client's rights. He has decades of experience in southwest Georgia, and knows the local court personnel as well as anyone. He is the man to talk to in Thomasville, and in the area toward the borders of Florida and Alabama."
"I have known Chris for a long time and known of his work for at least 20 years. Chris provides first rate legal services for all types of cases but is especially good in defending criminal cases. Call Chris if you have any legal needs in the Thomasville area."
"Chris is a fighter. He will work hard on your case. He is well-respected in the legal community by other attorneys and opposing counsel. You are in good hands."
"I have known Chris for nearly 20 years. He is one of the most skilled adoption attorneys in south Georgia. He also does an excellent job of representing clients in general and trial matters. He is a true example of a Christian attorney."
Robert McLendon
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Eric Gay
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Abbi Taylor
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James Mullis
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Richard Lawson
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Experience
Honors
2023
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Client Reviewed, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
NHTSA'S ARIDE COURSE, Ron Lloyd Enterprises, LLC
2014
Defense of Drinking Drivers Institute, Institute of Continuing Legal Education in Georgia
2014
DUI Super Symposium, Impaired Driving Specialists, LLC
2014
Best Law Firm in Thomas County, Thomasville Times Enterprise Reader's Choice
2013
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Best Law Firm in Thomas County, Thomasville Times Enterprise Reader's Choice
2013
Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Certification, Ron Lloyd Enterprise, LLC
2012
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Best Law Firm in Thomas County, Thomasville Times Enterprise Reader's Choice
2010
Effective Defense of Drinking Drivers Certification, Institution of Continuing Legal Education in Georgia
2010
Breath Alcohol Testing Multi-Device Certification, Jan Semenoff
2010
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
Blood and Urine Forensic Seminar Certification, Headlines Marketing Corporation
2008
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2006
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1991 - Present
Partner, Silvis, Ambrose & Lindquist, P.C.
1988 - 1991
Chief of Claims for Europe, U.S. Air Force
1984 - 1988
JAG, U.S. Air Force
1972 - 1975
National Security Agency, United States Army
Associations
2022 - Present
Adoption Law SeminarMember
2022 - Present
The World Has Changed, Let's Sort it OutMember
2015 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
1991 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1991 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMember
1991 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1991 - Present
Georgia Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1991 - Present
Christian Legal SocietyMember
1991 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
1984 - Present
Florida BarMember
Defense of Drinking Drivers
Member
Thomas County Bar Association
Past Treasurer
Education
1983
Florida State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
Rollins College
BS - Bachelor of Science
1977
Brevard Community College
A.S.
Languages
English