Richard Nolan Blevins Jr.

Richard Nolan Blevins Jr.

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 25 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Car Accidents, Criminal Defense

About Richard

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 45%

26 years | 5,000 cases

45%
Car Accident 40%

26 years | 5,000 cases

40%
Criminal Defense 15%

I specialize in DUI defense.

26 years | 5,000 cases

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 25 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2000

Active Member in Good Standing

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Richard Nolan Blevins Jr.'s Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

38 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Staff & Support

Posted by anonymous | May 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Professional & Effective

Due to a scrivener's error on two separate occasions, arresting officers submitted my name and driver's license number to state court for two DUIs committed by another guy having the same first and last name and DOB. As a result, a local state court revoked my driving privileges. I hired Richard du...e to his background as a former LEO and as a former assistant DA. He filed corrective orders through the court which cleared my name and restored my driving privileges. Richard communicated throughout the case providing frequent updates. His office staff were very helpful, and his fees were very reasonable compared to other attorneys contacted. I found that Richard demonstrates a very high level of integrity in his work, and I would recommend him and his firm to anyone seeking professional counsel.

Posted by NS | January 31, 2014 | DUI & DWI

DUI Reduction

Richard is very professional and understanding. I never felt judgment or consternation. His office staff is also lovely and very helpful when you ask them questions or need anything. With my case, he quickly had a plan and went full speed. He was able to reduce my DUI to reckless driving and lowe...red the penalties I would have suffered. Excellent choice! I highly recommend!

Posted by Lynn | March 12, 2013 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Happy, Happy in Smyrna

I was so pleased with the outcome of my case! ! I went to see Richard Blevins on the advice of a friend who had used him in a traffic case. My case might have to be classified as a traffic ticket, but, it was so much more complicated than that, w/o being a DUI. He turned out to be just the solu...tion I needed. He is experienced in many areas. He made me feel assured that that he knew what he was doing on a number of levels. I found him to be very reasonably priced. He let me know when it was necessary for me to come to court, otherwise, he went in my stead. He then followed with a letter as to what had transpired and what was expected to happen in the future. He offered advice - which I followed. The associates that I encountered in his office were very capable, knowledgeable, polite and personable. While staying apprised, he used them when their strengths would suffice. He took back over when it needed to be him. I wouldn't think twice, if I needed an attorney. I would call Richard Blevins, Jr. in a "New York" second!

Posted by Jenn | December 20, 2012 | DUI & DWI

Representation for DUI in Cobb County

Mr. Blevins met and exceeded my expectations after I made the decision to hire him as my lawyer, which was based off recommendations from several other individuals with similar court cases. He was able to negiotate and produce the best outcome possible in a worse case scenerio, which for me was getti...ng arrested for a DUI in the first place. In addition, Mr. Blevins and his office staff were extremely knowledge and helpful when I had questions or concerns about my case.

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Richard Nolan Blevins Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Justin Crocker

Unknown lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Richard is a very knowledgable attorney with tremendous experience."

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John Morgan

Criminal defense lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Richard is one of the finest criminal defense attorneys in Cobb County. His background as a former police officer and district attorney gives him a unique insight into defending his clients. If you are in need of an experienced criminal defense attorney i highly recommend him."

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Scott Semrau

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I knew Richard when he was an ethical and tough prosecutor. He successfully made the switch to the defense side and brought the same strengths to his new clients. Richard is a reliable, respected and clever lawyer."

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Carl Cansino

Criminal defense lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a well respected and highly skilled attorney."

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Benjamin Windham

Car accident lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Mr. Blevins on numerous occasions. His attention to detail and work ethic are unmatched. I would hire Richie Blevins. Ben F. Windham"

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Barry Sallinger

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I had the pleasure of partnering with Richard when we gave presentations at the NHTSA SFST Instructor's Course. He is a skilled and knowledgeable practitioner. Highly recommended if you are in need of a true professional for criminal defense."

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Carrie Fiedler

Car accident lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard goes the extra mile for his clients. He is a top notch trial attorney."

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Lawrence Kohn

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I had dealings with Richard when he was a prosecutor. He was always tough, but fair. Now that he represents people charged with crimes, he has used his knowledge of how a prosecutor thinks to obtain great results. When I have questions, especially about felony cases in both Cobb and Cherokee County, Richard is a great sounding board and has always offered terrific advice."

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Matthew McNally

Unknown lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard is a first class lawyer. I have seen him work in court and he is very effective. He has tons of experience and is knows how to get results. I would not hesitate to recommend him."

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Rebecca Gabelman

Insurance lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I had the opportunity to work for Richard. He is a great lawyer with an abundance of knowledge and experience in personal injury, DUI and criminal defense fields. He works hard for his clients to obtain the best results possible. Richard is a very good trial attorney."

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Joseph Murphey

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've referred many folks to Richard for representation in both personal injury cases and criminal matters. No one exceeds Richard in ethics and ability, and no one will out work him."

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William Cummings

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse Richard Blevins. He is an excellent DUI attorney and litigator. As a former prosecutor, he has extensive experience in all DUI matters which gives him an added advantage in the courtroom. Above all else, Richard is an excellent person. I would not hesitate to refer clients to Richard."

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L. Ty Wilson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Friend

"I have known Ritchie since we attended law school together over a decade ago. He obtains outstanding results for all of his clients whether he is representing a criminal defendant in a DUI trial or prosecuting a personal injury claim. Ritchie knows his stuff, the proof is in the outstanding results he obtains for his clients. It is with honor that I endorse Richard Blevins."

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Bert Cohen

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Richard since he was a prosecutor and we opposed each other. He is an ethical, smart, well prepared, and very effective advocate for his clients.He does a great job!"

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Christopher Phillips

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Richard is simply a first-rate attorney with unsurpassed knowledge in his field. Given his outstanding experience, proven track record and excellent skills, he is the perfect attorney to get you out of hot water if you find yourself facing criminal charges. He has my trust and highest endorsement."

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Elizabeth Lane

Criminal defense lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure of working with Richard as an adversary when he was a prosecutor many years ago. He has been a well respected member of the Criminal Defense community for quite some time. He is extremely professional and an excellent advocate."

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Maziar Mazloom

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard is an excellent attorney with a great reputation amongst the legal community. I have known Richard for over 13 years. We met in law school and I was fortunate to work with him at the Cobb County Solicitor General's Office and we were trial partners in the Cobb County District Attorney's Office. Since leaving the DA's office, I have had occasion to work with him as co-counsel on cases and find him to be one of the most ethical and professional attorneys I have ever worked with. I highly endorse Richard."

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Lawrence Zimmerman

Personal injury lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a great lawyer who takes pride in his work. While I am endorsing him for civil work, he is also an excellent defender of those accused of crimes. He works hard and cares for his clients, and it shows in his results. I would hire him for either a civil or criminal case."

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Scott Patterson

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Richard Blevins is one of the more competent and knowledgeable attorneys that I know. I have had the pleasure of working on numerous cases with Mr. Blevins and have been continually impressed with the amount of preparation and diligence he puts in to each of his cases in order to achieve the best possible results for his clients."

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Blake Carl

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A very good trial lawyer."

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L. Ty Wilson

Car accident lawyer

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Robert Schnatmeier

Criminal defense lawyer

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Matthew McNally

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joyette Holmes

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Morgan

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ben Persons

Medical malpractice lawyer

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Scott Semrau

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Philip Holloway

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Bert Cohen

Criminal defense lawyer

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Elizabeth Lane

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lawrence Kohn

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Christopher Phillips

Medical malpractice lawyer

Maziar Mazloom headshot
Maziar Mazloom

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Thomas Bechtel

Personal injury lawyer

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Lawrence Zimmerman

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Willingham

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Scott Patterson

Personal injury lawyer

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Gary Massey

Personal injury lawyer

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Kimberly Frye

DUI and DWI lawyer

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William Steinberg

Real estate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Managing Partner, Blevins & Hong, P.C.

2011 - 2012

Partner, Rickman & Blevins, P.C.

2010 - 2010

Partner, Leonard, Rickan & Blevins, P.C.

2008 - 2010

Of Counsel, Leonard, Rickman & Holloway, P.C.

2004 - 2008

Associate, Rodriguez & Associates, LLC

2001 - 2004

Assistant District Attorney, Cobb County District Attorney's Office

2000 - 2001

Assist Solicitor General, Cobb County Solictor's Office

2000 - 2000

Associate, Jackel Rainey Busch & Reed, LLC

Associations

2013 - Present

Kennesaw Development Authority

Treasurer

2012 - Present

Kennesaw Development Authority

Board Member

2010 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

2010 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2007 - Present

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

2004 - Present

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2004 - Present

American Association for Justice

2004 - Present

Cobb County Bar Association, Criminal Defense Section

2004 - Present

Cobb County Trial Lawyers Association

2000 - Present

Cobb County Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Steuer

Not Guilty

State v. Zippel

Not Guilty

State v. Sikorski

Not Guilty

Wilson v. Gaskin

Plaintiff victory

Car Accident Settlement

$125,000.00

State of Georgia v. Kendal Sohl

Motion granted

Ireland v. Arrow Exterminators, Inc., et al.

$374,000.00

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Education

1999

John Marshall (Atlanta)

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

Georgia College & State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

1995

Georgia Military College

Associates in Science

Speaking Engagements

2013

NHTSA DUI Detection and SFST Instructor course

HGN

2013

NHTSA DUI Detection and SFST Instructor course

Vehicles in Motion

2010

Constitution Day

Constitution

2009

ITT Technical Institute

Constitutional law

2002

Cobb Police Academy

Criminal procedure

Publications

2011

Ga DUI blog Driving while under the influence of drugs

2011

Ga DUI blog Hiring a DUI lawyer for your case

2011

Ga DUI blog Consequences of a DUI conviction in Georgia

2011

Ga DUI blog Want to visit Canada? Think again if you have a DUI conviction

2011

Ga DUI Blog Administrative License suspensions

2011

Ga DUI Blog NHTSA's DUI SFST

2011

Marietta Personal Injury law blog Illegal parking can cause accidents

2010

Marietta Personal Injury law blog Using two liability insurance coverages in a single collision

2010

Marietta Personal Injury law blog Liens related to car wrecks

Languages

English

Activity

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