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Portland J. Downing Campanaro

Personal injury Attorney at Augusta, GA

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Experienced Litigator

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Practice areas

Personal injury

35%

9 years
Criminal defense

20%

24 years, 1,500 cases
Divorce and separation

20%

24 years, 1,500 cases
Child custody

15%

24 years, 1,100 cases
DUI and DWI

10%

24 years, 1,000 cases

AGGRESSIVE REPRESENTATION THROUGHOUT THE CSRA

I am an experienced trial attorney who has taken more than a hundred cases to trial. As a client, you need an attorney who has actual experience in the trenches of litigation. I care about my clients and the results that we receive.

I also have a passion for exercise. I have completed a plethora of Half Marathons, a Full Marathon, and most recently, the Augusta Half Ironman. I belive that the mental and physical toughness required for these events help prepare me for the battles in the courtroom.

I look forward to taking on your case and getting you the best possible outcome.

PJ Campanaro

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Licensed for 24 years

State SC

Status Good Standing

Acquired 2015

Updated 05/21/2023

State GA

Status Active Member in Good Standing

Acquired 2004

Updated 05/03/2023

State TN

Status Active

Acquired 1999

Updated 05/17/2023

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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PJ Campanaro Attorney at Law

(706) 550-6999 Office

(706) 447-6995 Fax

601 N Belair Square #16

Augusta, GA

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4.2 / 5.0

5 customer reviews

5 Star

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Posted by anonymous | June 25, 2014

Tenacious

After retaining Ms. Campanaro I realized all lawyers are not created equally. Having to seek counsel previously I have seen the difference. Ms. Campanaro was a staunch advocate for me while maintaining a good line of communication with me throughout my process. I hope I don't need her again, but would not hesitate to return to her for counsel.

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Posted by Sudiran | October 16, 2022

Experienced Litigator

I heard PJ Campanaro for a divorce that I knew would be unpleasant at best. She saved me the most amount of money that I think was possible! She stood up for me and didn't take any BS from the other attorney during the settlement conference. I would recommend her to anyone!

Posted by Betsy | June 28, 2021

Extremely knowledgeable

Attorney Campanaro assisted me with an on going issue with the City of Augusta that I had been dealing with for over five years. She got straight to work and had the issue resolved with the City of Augusta quickly and effectively. I would absolutely recommend Attorney Campanaro to anyone I come in contact one of the best Attorneys in our area.

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Posted by Harvey | August 14, 2017

Tough situations require tough remedies

PJ took on an almost impossible and complicated case of child visitation/alienation and child support issues that were mired together in a sea of unfairness. PJ sorted each one out and accomplished the goals in my favor. I only wish i would have sought out her services 10 years prior.

Posted by catherine blackwell | December 18, 2017

Bad Advice Cost Me My Child

If PJ had bothered to inform me of the results of my custody evaluation and advised me to get a second opinion, I could've kept my son with me. I've since got another evaluation that disputes everything in the original, but its too little, too late. She also failed to communicate in a timely manner and refused to take on an obviously biased guardian ad litem.

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Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

Attorney
Law Offices of PJ Campanaro
2010 - Present

Of Counsel
Gonzalez & Waddington, LLC
2009 - Present

Deputy District Attorney
Augusta Judicial Circuit
2004 - 2010

District Attorney
Tennessee Attorney General's Office
1999 - 2004

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Education

Samford University, Cumberland School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1999

University of Tennessee, Chattanooga
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1996

Legal Cases

Miles v. Payne
Successfully Defended Appeal. Appeal was dismissed.

UNITED STATES V. CRAMER
NOT GUILTY verdict in favor of my client

Associations

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
2014 - Present

Stratford Swim Team
Meet Manager
2013 - Present

Augusta Bar Association, Family Law Section
Member
2011 - Present

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
2010 - Present

Georgia Association for Women Lawyers
Member
2009 - Present

Leadership Augusta
Class of 2010
2009 - Present

State Bar of Georgia
Member
2008 - Present

Augusta Bar Association
Member
2007 - Present

Young Lawyers of Augusta Association
Member
2007 - Present

State Bar of Georgia, Young Lawyers Division
President, Augusta District
2008 - 2009

Young Lawyers of Augusta Association
President
2008 - 2009

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Languages Spoken

English

Honors and Awards

Top 100 Trial Lawyers
National Trial Lawyers
2014

Successful Prosecution of Domestic Violence Cases
Rural Legal Services of East Tennessee
2001

Publications

Verge Magazine
Verge Columnist
2014

Speaking Engagements

Law Call
Love and the Law
2013

Law Call
Crime and Punishment
2012

Attorney endorsements

Received (51)

Given (68)

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Catherine Ryan

Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Abraham Chaparian

Child custody Attorney | Apr 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Judd Nemiro

Unknown Attorney | Feb 24
Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Very skilled and knowledgeable when it comes to the law."

Illon Fish

Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Blake Marcus

DUI and DWI Attorney | Jan 06
Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

Rudolfo Vasquez

Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 30
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse PJ. She is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

H. Van Smith

Child custody Attorney | Sep 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. The lawyer I would call with an Augusta, GA family law inquiry."

Chester Gregg

Divorce and separation Attorney | Sep 18
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer fully. I always refer potential clients in the Augusta area to Ms. Campanaro."

A. Balbo

Family Attorney | Sep 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Terrific attorney with a sterling reputation for fighting for her clients."

Juan Fernandez-Barquin

Criminal defense Attorney | Aug 27
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Downing Campanaro is strong advocate for her client's rights and is very knowledgeable on the law."

Herman Martinez

Personal injury Attorney | Aug 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Stephen Benson

Divorce and separation Attorney | Aug 25
Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Campanaro is a knowledgeable and well respected lawyer in her areas of practice."

Theodore Agnick

Unknown Attorney | Aug 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I recommend Portland as an attorney.She is well respected in the legal community and an excellent legal advocate for her clients."

Mario Cometti

Personal injury Attorney | Aug 22
Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. She is highly respected in her legal community."

Anthony Salerno

Unknown Attorney | Aug 22
Relationship: Other

"Attorney Downing Campanaro is a true professional who represents her clients interest to the max!"

James Shields

Unknown Attorney | Aug 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible. I endorse this lawyer."