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Jody Louis Sellers
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Biography
Attorney Jody L. Sellers is a seasoned Georgia trial lawyer known for his aggressive courtroom strategies, compassionate client service, and commitment to legal excellence. As the founder and managing partner of The Sellers Law Firm, LLC, Jody focuses his practice on family law and criminal defense, while also handling personal injury, wills and estate planning, and social security disability matters.
With years of successful representation behind him, Jody has built a strong reputation for delivering skilled, strategic, and empathetic legal advocacy throughout Georgia.
Areas of Practice
Jody handles a wide range of legal matters, including:
- Family Law: Divorce, Custody, Child Support, Legitimation, Adoption, Dependency
- Criminal Defense: DUIs, Misdemeanors, Traffic Citations, Drug Offenses, Major Felonies
- Personal Injury: Car Accidents, Slip and Fall, Wrongful Death
- Wills & Estate Planning: Wills, Power of Attorney, Advance Directives
Whether navigating complex family disputes or defending clients in high-stakes criminal cases, Jody brings personalized attention and courtroom-tested experience to every client relationship.
Education and Academic Recognition
Jody earned his Juris Doctorate from Mercer University, Walter F. George School of Law, graduating cum laude in 2011. While at Mercer, he was:
- Senior Managing Editor of the Mercer Law Review
- Vice President of the Legal Aid and Volunteer Association
- Recipient of the Custer-Tuggle Award of Excellence in Family Law from the Georgia Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
He is a published legal author, having written an article for the Mercer Law Review titled:“No Witness? No Admission: The Tale of Testimonial Statements and Melendez-Diaz v. Massachusetts” – 61 Mercer L. Rev. 683 (2010).
Jody is also a proud graduate of the University of Georgia, where he earned his B.A. in Political Science, graduating cum laude, with a minor in Anthropology. While at UGA, he was active in the UGA Rugby Football Club, Pi Sigma Alpha Political Science Honor Society, and Lambda Alpha National Anthropology Honor Society.
Recognitions and Professional Affiliations
Jody has received numerous awards and honors recognizing his excellence in trial work and dedication to client advocacy, including:
- Georgia Trend’s Legal Elite (2020, 2022)
- Super Lawyers Rising Star (2021, 2022, 2023, 2024) – awarded to less than 2.5% of eligible Georgia attorneys)
- National Trial Lawyers Top 100 (Georgia)
- National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40
- Superb Avvo Rating
- American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys
- Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys
- Criminal Trial Lawyers Association
- Global Directory of Who’s Who (Top Lawyer)
Community Involvement and Leadership
Outside the courtroom, Jody is committed to community service. He currently serves on the Board of the Spalding County Law Library and previously held the role of Vice-President of the Spalding County Bar Association.
Jody is also known for organizing and sponsoring numerous family-friendly community events, including:
- Free Cupcakes for Teachers
- Free Photos with the Easter Bunny
- Free Photos with Santa
- Free Photos with the Grinch!
These events are a reflection of the firm’s motto: “Where Clients Become Family.”
At The Sellers Law Firm, LLC, you are not just a client, you are family. Dedication and compassion for every case, every client at Sellers and Parker: Where Clients Become Family.
Dedication and compassion for every case at The Sellers Law Firm, LLC: Where Clients Become Family.
Dedication and compassion for every case at The Sellers Law Firm, LLC: Where Clients Become Family.
Dedication and compassion for every case at The Sellers Law Firm, LLC: Where Clients Become Family.
Dedication and compassion for every case at The Sellers Law Firm, LLC: Where Clients Become Family.
Dedication and compassion for every case at The Sellers Law Firm, LLC: Where Clients Become Family.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Family
25%
15 years
Child Custody
20%
DUI and DWI
20%
Divorce and Separation
20%
Fees and Rates
Awards
2022 2021 2018
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4
2015 2014
Licenses
Licensed in Georgia for 14 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
The Sellers Law Firm, LLC
(770) 415-8446
Mobile
306 South 5th Street, Griffin, GA, 30224
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Jody Louis Sellers's Reviews
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Posted by Larry | January 14, 2026 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great firm to work with!
Sellers Law Firm has been great to work with. Personable and professional. They successfully resolved my case. Helped me navigate through a very involved process. I highly recommend them!
Posted by Dana | December 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
You won't regret hiring Jody and his team!
I cannot say enough about the incredible work Jody Sellers and his team did on my divorce/custody case. From day one, they were compassionate, responsive, and truly dedicated to protecting my child's best interests. They guided me through every step of the process with clarity and confidence, and J...
Posted by Kasha | November 8, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Organized, clear, will use again.
Jody handled our adoption case, which contained a lot of moving parts between the state and ourselves. His staff kept everything moving, made it simple to understand, and easy to respond/fill out paperwork.
Posted by anonymous | May 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Highly recommend
Clear, concise process. Very easy to work with. They helped me re-write my will. I definitely would recommend for estate planning and will preparation.
Posted by Joseph | December 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Outstanding Service
This law office provided the utmost professionalism while providing direct guidance on the process of the adoption of my adult grandson. I would surely seek out Mr. Sellers for any future services that I may require his expertise.
Jody Louis Sellers's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jody and I went to the same law school. I know him to be a likeable person and a skilled attorney. He represented clients in a very busy court where I was a prosecutor, and it was always a pleasure to work with him. As a private practitioner, I do not hesitate to refer potential clients to Jody when I receive calls regarding matters outside of my practice areas."
"I endorse this lawyer. I refer many individuals to this attorney. He is who I would want in my corner."
"I have followed Jody in his practice of the law. He is excited about practicing law for a living. He handles a broad variety cases, and with great success. I endorse Jody Sellers"
"Jody is a fair minded honorable lawyer who brings our entire profession up. A great guy and a wonderful lawyer."
"I have handled numerous cases with Jody over the past few years. He tenaciously represents his clients and he genuinely cares about them. He understands the law and, in my opinion, he gives sound legal advice. He is well liked by the judges as well as other lawyers. I think prospective clients might perceive Jody as very affable when they initially meet him, but they can expect dogged representation from him in their court proceedings."
"I highly recommend Jody Sellers. He fights strongly for his client both in and out of the courtroom."
"This attorney goes above and beyond to get the best results for clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"Jody is intelligent, earnest, and trustworthy. Jody smoothly handles both criminal and civil cases with confidence. I look forward to watching him grow in the years to come."
"This lawyer is very professional at all times. I endorse this lawyer."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Jody is dedicated to helping his clients. He understands the difficult and emotional situations that can occur in family law and works to guide his clients through the legal aspects of their particular situation."
"I've known Jody since law school. In the time I have known Jody, he has constantly impressed me with his diligence and thirst for knowledge. I'm confident based on my observations of Jody that each client he serves will receive 110% from Jody. Additionally, while I work many states away, I sought out Jody's opinion on a matter related to the Intoxilyzer 9000 as my state was the second to Georgia to adopt the new machine. Jody was quick to respond to my question and supplied me with tremendously useful information to help me defend my clients. Without hesitation, I endorse Jody."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2024
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2023
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2022
Georgia Legal Elite, Georgia Trend Magazine
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Georgia Legal Elite, Georgia Trend Magazine
2020
10 Best, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2020
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2020
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2019
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2019
10 Best, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2019
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2019
Best of the Best: Top Law Firm, The Griffin Daily News
2018
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2018
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2018
10 Best, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2018
Best of the Best: Top Law Firm, The Griffin Daily News
2017
Best of the Best: Top Law Firm, The Griffin Daily News
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2017
10 Best, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2016
10 Best, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2016
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2016
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
Top 40 Lawyer Under 40 (GA): Criminal Defense, American Society of Legal Advocates
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2015
Top Lawyer, Global Directory of Who's Who
2015
10 Best Client Satisfaction (Georgia), American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2014
Georgia Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2011
Custer-Tuggle Award of Excellence in Family Law, Georgia Chapter of the American Association of Matrimonial Lawyers
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Owner, The Sellers Law Firm, LLC
2015 - 2017
Managing Attorney, Pasley & Nuce, LLC
2014 - 2015
Lawyer, Singleton, Pasley & Nuce, LLC
2011 - 2013
Associate, Singleton & Singleton, LLC
2010 - 2011
Law Clerk, United States Attorney's Office, Middle District of Georgia
2009 - 2009
Summer Staff, National Criminal Defense College
2008 - 2009
Law Clerk, Jones County Public Defender's Office
Associations
2011 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
2016 - 2020
American Society of Legal AdvocatesMember
2016 - 2020
Griffin Downtown Council Board of DirectorsBoard Member
2015 - 2016
American Association for JusticeMember
2015 - 2016
Criminal Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2015 - 2016
Global Directory of Who's Who (Top Lawyer)Member
2015 - 2017
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2015 - 2017
Honor Our KIA (Killed in Action)Member
2014 - 2017
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Gonzalez
D.U.I. Reduced to Reckless Driving, and Failure to Maintain Lane Dismissed
Webb v. Webb
My client was awarded sole custody of her son.
Kirkley v. Lewis
My clients were awarded sole custody of their granddaughter.
Martin v. Department of Driver Services
License suspension dismissed. Full license reinstated.
Shandis Baxter v. Wal-Mart
Appeal GRANTED, and Unemployment Benefits GRANTED to my client.
Lillie Rogers v. Dr. C.B. Reddy
Unemployment Appeal GRANTED. Unemployment benefits GRANTED.
Bessie Sanders v. Southern Pitt BBQ, LLC
Appeal GRANTED, and Unemployment Benefits GRANTED to my client.
State v. Shumate
Motion GRANTED. Case DISMISSED.
State v. Martin
DISMISSED
State of Georgia v. Dockery
Case DISMISSED
State of Georgia v. Glover
NOT Guilty
State of Georgia v. Leeks
NOT Guilty
Thomas Custer v, Spalding County Sheriff's Department
Appeal GRANTED, and Unemployment Benefits GRANTED to my client.
State of Georgia v. Simmons
Criminal Charge REDUCED to Civil Code Violation; No criminal arrest record
State of Georgia v. Muhammad
D.U.I. REDUCED to reckless driving
Richard Vereen v. Georgia Department of Corrections
Appeal GRANTED, and Unemployment Benefits GRANTED to my client.
Smith v. Smith
Protective Order against my client DENIED. Client cleared of all claims of family violence.
Stanfield v. Stanfield
Protective Order against my client DENIED. Client cleared of all claims of family violence.
State of Georgia v. Davis
Permitting Another to Violate DISMISSED; Alcohol License Violation DISMISSED (pending 6 month pre-trial diversion; NO fines)
State of Georgia v. Clemmons
Reduced to a Municipal Code Violation for Disorderly Conduct. NO Criminal Charge.
State of Georgia v. Bennett
Following too Close and Failure to Maintain DISMISSED; DUI Reduced to Failure to Use Due Care
State of Georgia v. Coile
ALL charges DISMISSED
State of Georgia v. Fouts
DUI DISMISSED
Education
2011
Mercer University-W. George L.S.
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
University of Georgia
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2025
Edward Jones Wealth Management & Estate Planning Quarterly Seminar (Griffin Branch)
Estate Planning 101
Publications
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Jody earned significant contribution points in 2015.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Should I file a contempt of court or modify the current divorce decree?
12 Mar 2021
Q&A
Will I be responsible for arrears if I am the father to a child I knew nothing about.
28 May 2020
Q&A
Is probation available for second family violence battery charge the first was simple battery more than 10 years ago?
08 Nov 2018
Legal Guides
Video Legal Guide
Open Records Request
02 Jun 2020
Video Legal Guide
"Citizen's Arrest": Pre-Warrant Applications
05 Mar 2018
Video Legal Guide
What is a DFCS Safety Plan?
05 Mar 2018