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Licensed in Georgia for 35 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1990
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Drug Crime
Posted by anonymous | January 12, 2015 | Drug Crime
J. Michael Mullis is the lawyer you will need when in a crisis
Michael Mullis represented me in a case starting almost a year ago involving dui and possession of marijuana charges. He always kept me informed and was always available when I needed him. He is extremely knowledge, informative and straight to the point. He stuck with my case and ended up getting all...
Posted by Marcelle | August 21, 2013 | Drug Crime
BE CAREFUL OF THE "FRIENDS" THAT YOU KEEP!!!!!!!!!.....
I contacted Mr. Mullis after he was recommended to be by his friend, who is also a lawyer. You see, I live in Henry county and my son got into trouble at school in Valdosta. After calling Mr. Mullis and having him call me back that very same day (within a very reasonable time) I began to feel much be...
Posted by Grateful Mom | January 18, 2012 | Drug Crime
Dumb 19 year old son and friends speeding through georgia w/beer and pot in vehicle
My son was traveling back to school in Ohio from Florida with friends. Was stopped for speeding and they searched the car and found beer and pot. Such smart kids at 19, aahhh. Hired Mr. Mullis from researching on the internet. He was very informative and very easy to get ahold of and always answe...
James Michael Mullis's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is the best you can get for DUI defense. Mike has tons of experience and knowledge about fighting and winning DUI cases. He is well respected by judges, prosecutors and the police. I highly recommend Mike for DUI defense or any other type of criminal case."
"I have known Mike for over 20 years. I know him to be a terrific advocate for his clients. Quite simply, the man knows the DUI law as well as anyone in the State of Georgia. He is knowledgeable, hard working and he gets results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mike Mullis knows his stuff----he's not afraid to fight the fight! Proud to know him and recommend him."
"Mr. Mullis is one of the top DUI attorneys in Valdosta, Georgia. He is dedicated to the aggressive defense of his clients and is very detailed in his preparation before court."
"Mike Mullis keeps never settles for average or just good enough. Mike will research an issue and craft an argument to get your case dismissed. Mike may be a little more expensive, but worth it. He has more dismissals than any other lawyer in South Georgia. You can never go wrong with hiring Mike. Gus"
"Mike is a DUI fighter. He was a partner for years with Bubba Head in Atlanta, and then set up shop in Valdosta. He is extremely knowledgable about all areas of DUI defense and he is tenacious in his assertion of client's rights. I have seen him cross-examine police officers on the stand and he doesn't let up for one minute. If you're looking for the best in the Valdosta area you have found him."
"I highly endorse Mike for any criminal defense and especially for a dui defense. There is never a week that passes that I don't see Mike somewhere in South Georgia in court fighting for his clients. No one fights harder than Mike. He has earned his nickname- The Dui Guy."
"Mike is my secret weapon. You may have heard the expression, "a lawyers lawyer." Well, Mike is just that. There is a link to his web page on MY WEB PAGE. He has restated the Georgia Law on DUI so well on his web page that I link my readers to his page so they can learn the ins and outs of the Georgia DUI laws right from him. It saves me the time of explaining everything in detail, and I know the analysis of the law is correct. I use his suggestions on case strategy and case development regularly. He's the best in the Valdosta area, by far. The only way you can go wrong with Mike is to get in his way on the highway. HE DRIVES FAST."
"Mike is an excellent attorney. He will put up with NOTHING from the State. He knows the law inside and out. All of his clients are lucky to have him standing next to them."
"Mike Mullis is one of the finest DUI lawyers in the State of Georgia. He is a very sharp trial attorney who has a reputation of getting great victories for his clients both in and out of the courtroom. If you have a DUI in the Valdosta area, Mike is your attorney."
"Mike Mullis has an outstanding reputation as one of the top DUI lawyers in the State of Georgia. He is very personable and easy to get along with, but he fights hard for his clients and consistently gets the results in court that have earned him the reputation he enjoys. I have known Mike for several years, and if you need a true professional on your DUI case, you cannot do any better than having Mike represent you."
"If you're reading this because you're facing charges in the Valdosta area, stop reading and go hire Mike. There is absolutely no one else in Valdosta who gets a referral, because he is smart, tenacious and will not stop fighting until he's won his case."
"If you want a highly respected, hard-working attorney fighting for your rights, Mike is your guy. Mike has focused his practice on DUI for many years, and he is part of a highly trained group of DUI specialists who routinely consult with each other on the toughest DUI cases. He is relied on by his clients and other attorneys for his knowledge, his experience, and his willingness to do what it takes to achieve the best results in every case. Mike is the lawyer you want in your corner when you need the best help around, and I would recommend him to anyone."
"Mike is one of the leading DUI lawyers in the State of Georgia"
"Mike is the "DUI GUY!" He's well-know for being aggressive, hard working, and a valuable attorney to his clients. You should be calling this attorney if you have been arrested for DUI/DWI and you need good help."
"I have known Mike since my days as a prosecutor. I know first hand how hard Mike will fight for his clients. Mike is a serious litigator who is not afraid to take a difficult case. You are in good hands when Mike is your lawyer."
"Mike is the go-to guy in Valdosta for DUIs. Hire him if you really need to win."
"Mike is a terrific lawyer who fights hard for his clients. On top of that he is a respected authority on legal issues in DUI and driver's license suspension law. His website duiguy.com is a "must read" for anyone who has been charged with DUI or other traffic offense."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. There is a reason why he is known as "the DUI-guy"! From his website to his demeanor he expresses the confidence and articulation of the advanced DUI trial lawyer. I have referred cased to him in the past and this IS THE GUY in the south Georgia area for drug and alcohol-related cases. It is a pleasure to endorse his work."
"Mike is one of the most knowledgeable and experienced criminal defense and DUI lawyers in Georgia. When someone contacts me regarding a DUI or criminal charge in south Georgia, I send them to Mike Mullis. If you are looking for an outstanding trial lawyer to fight your DUI or other criminal charge, you can't go wrong with Mike Mullis. I endorse him without hesitation."
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Experience
Honors
2004
Award of Merit, Georgia Defense of Drinking Drivers
1989
Post Conviction Relief, American Jurisprudence
Work Experience
1999 - Present
Sole Practitioner, J. Michael Mullis, Atty at Law - Valdosta, GA
1994 - 1999
Partner, Head, Mullis, Thomas & Webb - Atlanta, GA
1992 - 1994
Sole Practitioner, J. Michael Mullis, Atty at Law - Valdosta, GA
1990 - 1992
Staff Attorney, UGA Legal Aid & Defender Society - Athens, GA
Associations
1995 - Present
Ga Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1994 - Present
GA Defense of Drinking DriversMember
1994 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseFormer Board Member
1990 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
Valdosta Bar Association
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Dodds v. State
Bench trial verdict affirmed.
Education
2012
Georgia ICLE
Certificate of Completion
2010
Georgia ICLE
Certificate of Completion
2008
Georgia ICLE
Certificate of Completion
2004
Georgia ICLE
Certificate of Completion
1994
Georgia ICLE
Certificate of Completion
1994
Southeastern Educational Institute
Certificate of Completion
1990
University of Georgia School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
University of Georgia, Valdosta State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
State Bar of Georgia
Pharmacology/Toxicology Principles In the Courtroom
2011
State Bar of Georgia
Mastering Scientific Evidence in DUI Cases
2011
ICLE: Defense of Drinking Drivers Institute
Bench Trial Or Jury Trial
2005
ICLE: Defense of Drinking Drivers Institute
Cross Examination
2004
State Bar of Georgia
Drug Recognition (DRE) Overview Course
1999
ICLE: Defense of Drinking Drivers Institute
Recent Changes In DUI Law
1998
Georgia Municipal Court Judges Seminar
Case Law Update
Publications
2011
Defense of Drinking Drivers Institute Program Materials
Bench Trials Versus Jury Trials: Situations That Call for Waiver of Jury Trial
2005
Defense of Drinking Drivers Institute Program Materials
Cross-Examination of the State's Witnesses
1999
Defense of Drinking Drivers Institute Program Materials
Recent Developments in Georgia DUI Statutes and Cases
1999
Valdosta Bar Assn New Attorney Seminar Program Materials
Bail Bonds and Preliminary Hearings
Languages
English
Activity
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