Robert G. Jones III

Robert G. Jones III

also known as Bobby Jones, Robert Jones

4.9
Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 46 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Columbus, GA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Probate, Real Estate

823 2nd Ave., Columbus, GA

About Robert

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

Practice limited to State and Superior Courts only, specializing in felony trial work, drug cases and DUI. Member of National and Georgia Associations of Criminal Defense Lawyers.

47 years

60%
Probate 20%

Probate of Estates, preparations of wills, advanced healthcare directives, and related matters.

47 years

20%
Real Estate 20%

47 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 46 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1979

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Robert G. Jones III

823 2nd Ave., Columbus, GA, 31901

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Robert G. Jones III's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | May 05, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Columbus' Best Legal Representation Around

After being recommended through a bail bonds company, Mr. Jones was able to meet with me almost within the first 48 hours having posted bail. His knowledge, expertise, and great reputation far exceed his hiring fees. Affordable, dependable, and someone you want defending you in a jam, Mr. Jones is TH...EE lawyer to consult in/around the Columbus, Georgia area. If you are in the military facing charges from the civilian court of law and are stationed nearby, or, are at least within the state of Georgia, he is, and should be your first choice for consultation and representation. He will utilize his skills and years of practice to work towards the best possible outcome, whatever the situation. In my instance, a reduced charge which in essence saved my career and future wellbeing. Again, Mr. Jones is THEE lawyer to seek out within the Columbus area and the state of Georgia, PERIOD. Much appreciation to him and his Secretaries!!!

Posted by JP | November 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

BEST CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY IN THE STATE

Best Attorney in Georgia! I was stationed at Fort Benning and I received three DUI's within 4 months after returning home from my deployment, and a couple other more serious felony charges. As a soldier in the military, I assumed this would be the end of my career with the army, but another soldier h...ighly recommended Mr. Jones and I am grateful he did. First off, Mr. Jones is not only very compassionate about his job as a lawyer, but is compassionate for his clients to. While I was sitting at his conference table trying to explain what happened, and providing a time line of events, I felt as if I was speaking to a friend. Thankfully Mr. Jones has the willingness to listen, because my cases were very complicated. Although I threw a lot of information at him all at once, he was able to analyze everything and created a plan of action off the bat. Like I said, my cases were out of the norm and very complicated; I was surprised to see such creative thinking from a lawyer. A couple things came up later in my case that Mr. Jones had to truly think outside-the-box; he crafted a solution that I never thought was possible. Finally, his experience and knowledge of the law was amazing. We were in court and he was just rattling off different Laws, and past GA court cases - even from decades ago. There wasn't anything the other attorney threw at him that made him pause and think, he had an answer for everything and even made that other attorney speechless a couple times. The superior court judge was tough. But I think he even was surprised about the outcome of my case. I cannot put into words what a Phenomenal attorney he is and how thankful I was for his help. I can tell you that Mr. Jones helped me through a very dark time in my life. Because of him, I was able to turn my life around. So thank you Mr. Jones, for giving me another chance at life. Without your help I am certain that I wouldn't have been able to find the success and happiness that I have today.

Posted by Thomas | July 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

best lawyer in town

i got in some trouble with criminal tresspass with damage.Bobby was awesome, He wipe the smiles off their faces, the case was dismissed. i would truly call him .

Posted by anonymous | April 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Lawyer in Columbus!

I was referred to Mr.Jones by a close friend of mine. Mr. Jones was by far the best lawyer I could have chosen for my case. He called me almost everyday and kept me updated on my case. The public defender I had before him told me I wouldn’t receive anything less than five years in prison Mr. Jones g...ot me off with a suspended sentence with no jail time upon me doing 80 hours community service and paying my fines. I recommend anyone who needs a good lawyer to give him a call. If it wasn’t for Mr. Jones I would have got a sentence I didn’t deserve. Thanks to him I get to be with my kids everyday and provide for my family and my wife not struggle to make ends meet. I will forever be grateful.

Posted by anonymous | February 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Military - Best Lawyer in Columbus

After unexpected family issues, I began to drink more than usual. I got two DUI's in Columbus within a two month span. After a lot of dedication on Mr. Jones behalf and a generous period of time, the prosecutors dropped one DUI completely and dropped the other one to reckless driving. Before my case ...was over, I moved back to my hometown a state away. Mr. Jones took care of everything for me and I never had to show up for court. He cared about that situation I was in and worked hard in my behalf. I couldn't ask me a better outcome. Mr. Jones is easy to work with, cares about, and understands what you are going through. I would recommend him to anybody, especially veterans like myself.

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Jennifer Curry

Probate lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Jones remains current on the law and takes extra time with each client. From the initial drafting of a will to the difficult period surrounding the probate process, Attorney Jones provides guidance along with kindness."

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Jennifer Curry

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Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Associations

1985 - Present

Georgia State Bar Association

Member

Columbus Bar Association

Member

Chattahoochee Bar Association

Past President

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Education

1979

Woodrow Wilson College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1973

University of West Georgia

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2008

Speaker at local schools

Law Day

1990

Georgia Association of Legal Secretaries

DUI and Administrative License Suspension Hearings

Languages

English

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