I am a trial lawyer in Valdosta, Georgia handling mostly criminal and personal injury cases. I have spent most of my nineteen years fighting insurance companies, who deny injured victims their rightful claims for medical bills, pain and suffering and lost wages. I handle all types of personal injury cases, but mainly concentrating in the areas of wrongful death, trucking accidents, car wrecks and slip and falls. I handle cases all over the Southeastern United States.
I am also committed to representing individuals against the heavy hand of the government in criminal cases. Remember, an arrest is not an conviction.
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| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| GA | Active Member in Good Standing | 1995 | 12/21/2020 |
| Legal answers | 15 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Top100 | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2014 |
| Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers Association | 2014 |
| Top Lawyer | Atlanta Magazine | 2014 |
| Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2013 |
| AV Peer Review Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2013 |
| Top 100 Lawyers | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2013 |
|---|---|---|
| Pro Bono Award | State Bar of Georgia | 2002 |
| The Milton Barwick Pleading and Practice Award | Mercer University -Walter F. George School of Law | 1995 |
| American Jurisprudence Award | Thomas M. Cooley Law School | 1993 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Owner | Jody D. Peterman | 2014 - Present |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Georgia Trial Lawyers Association | N/A | 2014 - Present |
| Georgia Trial Lawyers Association | Champion Member | 2011 - Present |
| Valdosta Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Treasurer | 2006 - Present |
| State Bar of Georgia, Criminal Law Section | N/A | 1996 - Present |
| State Bar of Georgia, General Practice and Trial Law Section | N/A | 1995 - 2013 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Mercer University - Walter F. George School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1995 |
| Mercer University-W. George L.S. | N/A | N/A |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 Birthright Spring Seminar | Family Law | 2009 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Carroll v. The Krystal's Company | After the Court of Appeals reversed the trial court, the case was settled in mediation. |
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Charles Farrell, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 8, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Jody is well know in the Valdosta area as being at the top of his field. I have had many of my Valdosta Bankruptcy clients use Jody for Personal Injury claims and they always give him rave reviews.
Paul Hamilton, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 6, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jody is a skilled litigator. He takes care of his client. I highly recommend him.
Gilbert Alba, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 6, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Stephanie Mensing, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 5, 2014
Relationship: Friend
I endorse this lawyer.
James Johnson, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 25, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I worked for Jody Peterman as an extern and as a law clerk before I became an attorney. I always found Jody to be an extremely dedicated attorney who goes above and beyond to help his clients. I would recommend Jody Peterman to anyone who needs legal assistance.
Wade Krueger, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 25, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Creative, fearless, charismatic.
Jeffrey Powers, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 16, 2013
Relationship: Friend
I have known Jody since we started law school together many years ago. He is excellent litigator and trial lawyer. I have referred him business. He successfully obtained an acquittal for his client over 8 years ago which involved a traffic stop. Jody truly cares about his clients.
Mark Martin, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 10, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jody Peterman is the real deal. He eats, breathes and sleeps law. He is extremely tenacious and hard working. I highly recommend Jody Peterman.
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