Jeff Dickerson is a criminal trial attorney who limits his practice to DUI and drug defense. He is a former prosecutor who served on the Narcotics and Organized Crime litigation team in the Houston County District Attorney's Office, and he frequently writes and speaks on issues relating to the defense of DUI and drug crimes. Jeff has successfully handled over 1000 cases in the course of his 15 year career.
Practice areas
As a former member of the Narcotics and Organized Crime litigation team of the Houston County District Attorney's Office, Jeff Dickerson gained valuable experience in the trial of major drug related felonies. Since moving to the private sector, Jeff has concentrated is criminal defense practice on the defense of drug crimes and DUI.
21 years, 800 cases
Languages spoken
Spanish, English
The Dickerson Firm, LLC
1229 Johnson Ferry Road
Suite 204(A)
Marietta, GA
The Dickerson Firm, LLC
1934 North Druid Hills Road
Atlanta, GA, 30319
The Dickerson Firm, LLC
125 Townpark Drive Suite 300
Kennesaw, GA, 30144
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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GA | Active Member in Good Standing | 2001 | 04/17/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Superb Rating | AVVO | 2015 |
Top 100 DUI Attorneys | The National Trial Lawyers | 2015 |
Clients Choice Award | AVVO | 2012 |
2009 Leadership Academy | State Bar of Georgia Young Lawyer's Division | 2009 |
Young Alumni of the Year | Brewton-Parker College | 2005 |
Financial Advsory Board Member | Cobb County Salvation Army | 2005 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Managing Partner | The Dickerson Firm, LLC | 2010 - Present |
Partner | Dickerson & Van Sant, LLC | 2009 - 2010 |
Associate Attorney | White Choate & Watkins, LLC | 2007 - 2009 |
Associate Attorney | Moore, Ingram, Johnson & Steele, LLP | 2002 - 2007 |
Assistant District Attorney | Houston County District Attorney | 2001 - 2002 |
Assistant District Attorney | Griffin Circuit District Attorney's Office | 2000 - 2001 |
Law Clerk | Office of the United States Attorney, Middle District of Georgia | 1999 - 2000 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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National Trial Lawyers Association | 2014 - Present | |
Georgia Trial Lawyers Association | 2011 - Present | |
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | 2011 - Present | |
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2011 - Present |
Cobb County Bar Association | 2011 - Present |
State Bar of Georgia, Workers' Compensation Law Section | N/A | |
State Bar of Georgia, Criminal Law Section | N/A | |
Salvation Army of Cobb County | Board Member | 2005 - 2008 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Xcitement Magazine | What to do if you are pulled over for DUI in Georgia | 2013 |
Xcitement Magazine | Residual Mouth Alcohol as a Defense to DUI | 2012 |
NBI | The Six Types of DUI Charges in Georgia | 2012 |
DickersonDUI.com | Attacking Field Sobriety Testing in Georgia DUI Cases | 2011 |
DickersonDUI.com | Is the HGN test junk science? | 2011 |
DickersonDUI.com | The Necessity of Medical Qualification in Standardized Field Sobriety Testing | 2011 |
PC Spring Conference Workbook | Workers' Compensation for the Georgia Worker | 2011 |
Northside News | There is No Legal Limit in Georgia: An examination of Georgia' s DUI-Less Safe Statute | 2010 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Mecer School of Law | Juris Doctorate | 2001 |
Brewton-Parker College | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1998 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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AVN Regional Conference | What to do if you are pulled over for DUI in Georgia | 2014 |
PC Spring Conference | Residual Mouth Alcohol as a Defense to DUI | 2012 |
PC Spring Conference | Workers' Comp 101 | 2011 |
Kennesaw PowerCore | Medical Defenses to the Intoxilyzer 5000 | 2011 |
PowerCore | There is No Legal Limit in Georgia: An examination of Georgia's DUI-Less Safe Statute | 2010 |
Liberty Fund Colloquium | The Constitution and Liberty | 2003 |
GAS-Adjusters Seminar | Heart Attacks and Strokes in Georgia Workers' Compensation Law | 2003 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Not Guilty Verdict on DUI-Drugs, DUI-Alcohol, and DUI-Combined Substances | Not Guilty |
Ruling of Superior Court Judge Reversed by Court of Appeals | Superior Court Denial of Medical Benefits REVERSED by Court of Appeals. |
Successful "mouth bias" argument results in reduction of DUI to Reckless Driving | DUI reduced to Reckless Driving |
Breath Test Suppressed | Breath test suppressed, and DUI reduced to Reckless |
Not Guilty Verdict | Defense Verdict |
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William Kemp, DUI and DWI Attorney on Apr 8, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jeff Dickerson is a talented, experienced, and zealous advocate for his clients. Jeff's knowledge and experience, both as a former prosecutor and as a current criminal defense attorney, makes him an exceptional choice to assist individuals with their criminal defense needs. I have known Jeff for many years and had the privilege to watch Jeff's many successes in the courtroom. I wholeheartedly endorse Jeff Dickerson to help you with your legal needs.
Michael Cognata, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 31, 2014
Relationship: Other
I highly endorse this lawyer. Mr. Dickerson is a giant in the community and quite expert at what he does. He cares for every one of his clientele.
C. Durrence, Unknown Attorney on Feb 3, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I've known Jeff as opposing counsel in criminal cases and as a fellow defense attorney. He's an expert in DUI defense and I would definitely recommend him to anyone in the metro Atlanta area.
William Kemp, DUI and DWI Attorney on Apr 8, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jeff Dickerson is a talented, experienced, and zealous advocate for his clients. Jeff's knowledge and experience, both as a former prosecutor and as a current criminal defense attorney, makes him an exceptional choice to assist individuals with their criminal defense needs. I have known Jeff for many years and had the privilege to watch Jeff's many successes in the courtroom. I wholeheartedly endorse Jeff Dickerson to help you with your legal needs.
Michael Cognata, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 31, 2014
Relationship: Other
I highly endorse this lawyer. Mr. Dickerson is a giant in the community and quite expert at what he does. He cares for every one of his clientele.
Jacob Kuttner, Unknown Attorney on Oct 21, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Jeff Dickerson is the absolute best choice for anyone seeking a criminal defense attorney in the state of Georgia. His tireless advocacy of his client's interests as well as his keen knowledge of the law has rightly earned him the respect of all those who have had the privilege of working with him.
Andrew Fiddes, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 15, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have known Jeff for 15 years and have worked with him on several criminal defense cases. I have always found him to be very knowledgeable and professional. He is also a very strong advocate willing to fight for his client's best interests. I strongly endorse Jeff as a criminal defense attorney who fights for his clients and does the absolute best that he can for them.
Michael Waddington, Personal injury Attorney on May 28, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Jeffery. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
John Mroczko, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jun 10, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Benjamin Goldberg, DUI and DWI Attorney on Mar 14, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jeff is a fearless advocate in the courtroom who uses his vast skills, experience and knowledge of the law to obtain great results for his clients. I endorse him 100%.
Benjamin Wachstein, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jan 17, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have known Jeff for several years and have found him to be excellent for DUI clients. Jeff helps his clients navigate through the complex legal issues facing them and he is a tireless advocate for his clients. Jeff is at home in the Courtroom and produces excellent results.
Chad Hastings, Workers compensation Attorney on Jun 2, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Jeff and I have been friends for many years. I worked with him at the Macon District Attorney's Office and went to law school with him. I know him to smart, creative, a great people person and the type of lawyer who never gives up.
Robert Brown, Workers compensation Attorney on May 23, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent lawyer who knows how to bring a claim to resolution under favorable terms.
Timothy Bailey, Criminal defense Attorney on May 23, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have known Jeff for several years. He is intelligent and creative, always looking for new ways to protect his clients.
Douglas Rohan, Criminal defense Attorney on May 16, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
As a former prosecutor, Jeff has substantial experience with the criminal justice system. Now that he is a Defense attorney, he is able to apply the same tenacity and aggession to ensure your rights are protected. He is capable of mounting a vigorous defense or negotiating the best deal possible, depending on your needs and the strategy of the case. Similarly, in workers' compensation cases, he has been able to transfer years of experience in insurance defense to make him an exceptional workers' compensation attorney pursuing your claim. I would highly reccomend Mr. Disckerson for your legal needs.
David Savoy, Commercial real estate Attorney on Apr 2, 2011
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I tried a commercial case with Jeff as opposing counsel and was impressed with his grasp of the facts, willingness to fight for his client, and ethical behavior. I endorse this lawyer.
David Van Sant, Workers compensation Attorney on Mar 18, 2010
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I am happy top endorse Jeff. He is considered an expert in workers compensation. After working for the insurance companies for years, he now help people who have been injured while on the job.
John Breakfield, Workers compensation Attorney on Oct 15, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have know Jeff for years and would highly recommend him as an extremely knowledgeable and professional attorney.
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