Dana Michelle Pagan

Dana Michelle Pagan

also known as Dana Woodall

5.0
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 21 years

Government Lawyer Practice Areas: Government

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 16 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2010

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 20 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2005

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in South Carolina for 21 years

State: South Carolina

Acquired: 2004

Good Standing

No misconduct found

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Dana Michelle Pagan's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by anonymous | April 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Father granted custody

Dana was professional, excellent at communicating with us, prepared in court & delivered/ relayed to the Judge our story and concerns with the appropriate tone/passion. We are forever grateful the truth of the situation prevailed after working with Dana on this for over 2 years.

Posted by George | April 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Highly recommend!!!

Was pulled over for going through a red light. The cop tested me to see if I was under the influence, though, even after passing all the test, he still hit me with a DUI and failure to obey a traffic signal. I shopped around for an attorney to fight this case for me, until I spoke to Dana. Not only w...as she the most affordable attorney I spoke to, after explaining my case, was the only one who was willing to fight through trail to prove my innocence. Come to find out, she used to be a DA, which helped in knowing what to look for when fighting a case. It took a minute, the DA didnt want to budge with their plea, they didnt even review the evidence, but, Dana wasnt going to settle until they reviewed all evidence for and/or against me. Once they did, she pointed out the facts in the case and we didn't even have to go to trial, she got them to drop the charges down to the only thing I was guilty of, running a red light! (Would of been found guilty on that had I went to trial anyway) she worked her magic! Trust the process! Would highly recommend speaking to her if you ever find yourself in a jam!

Posted by Jorge | February 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Very professional lawyer

Very knowledgeable and helpful in my case, continued to work on a resolution with determination through difficult circumstances!

Posted by anonymous | February 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Probation termination

Ms. Pagan was timely and professional with my case and was very understanding. She helped me put a mistake behind me and continue on my life as if it never happened.

Posted by anonymous | October 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Awesome lawyer

She was so amazing! The first time I spoke with Ms. Pagan she was very professional but also very understanding. She did not try to sale me on anything she was honest and allowed me time to consider all the facts. I could tell she wants what is in her clients best interest and I appreciate her for be...ing my voice .

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Dana Michelle Pagan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Eric Crawford

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"Dana is a forceful advocate for her clients. She goes toe to toe with opposing counsel to ensure that her client’s rights and interests are protected. Any civil or criminal litigant would be lucky to have Dana fighting for them!"

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David Boyle

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Dana is an exceptional lawyer. As a former prosecutor she is a highly skilled litigator in the courtroom and is a very effective negotiator. Dana's experience and knowledge of the law make her one of the best criminal defense attorneys around."

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David Boyle

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Drake

Criminal defense lawyer

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Laura Wester

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2003

Volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocate of the Year, Richland County CASA

2003

Hugh L. Willcox Pro Bono Volunteer of the Year, USC School of Law

Work Experience

2018 - 2019

Deputy Chief Assistant Solicitor, Gwinnett County Solicitor's Office

2012 - 2018

Lead Assistant Solicitor, Gwinnett County Solicitor's Office

2010 - 2012

Assistant Solicitor, City of Atlanta Office of the Solicitor

2006 - 2010

Assistant Attorney General, Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia

Associations

2019 - Present

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2019 - Present

Walton County Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Gwinnett County Bar Association

Member and Legislative Affairs Committee Chairwoman

Education

2003

University of South Carolina

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

George Washington University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

ICLE Defense of Drinking Drivers Seminar

Ethics in DUI Court

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

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