Top Rated Georgia Criminal Defense Lawyers

Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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Georgia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 6 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI

Bio: I am a fighter. My freshman year at the University of Georgia, I walked on to the UGA Football program, earning a spot as a fullback through the spring of 2012. My senior year, I competed in the Brawl for a Cause charity boxing event, where I went...

Rating: 5.9

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Georgia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Review: "Kevin Duda took total control of my case at a time I felt completely out of control with the situation. His out of the box thinking during most critical times earned him 5 stars. I will refer him again and again."

Rating: 6.8

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Georgia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "VERY PROFESSIONAL IN EVERY ASPECT. I CANT STRESS HOW HARD IT IS TO FIND A LAWYER THAT DOES EVERYTHING HE CAN TO PROTECT HIS CLIENT. THERE ARE VARIOUS LAWYERS OUT THERE AND MANY ARE EXPENSIVE. BUT HOW DO YOU DETERMINE A GOOD LAWYER? YOU DO NOT DETE..."

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Georgia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration

Bio: If you, a friend, or family member are facing criminal charges legal representation is a must. You need legal counsel from a competent attorney to prepare and aggressively carry out your defense. If you do not seek our assistance, make sure you o...

Rating: 7.0

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Georgia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Civil Rights

Bio: Christopher “Doc” Upshaw is an Associate at Sanchez Hayes & Associates, LLC, where he assists with the firm’s criminal, civil litigation, and employment practice. The bulk of Mr. Upshaw’s practice is devoted to criminal defense, where he defends t...

Rating: 6.6

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Georgia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Bankruptcy & Debt and more

Review: "In our time of desperation, Attorney Sims Gordon was beyond exceptional. We are grateful that he handled our bankruptcy case. We came through that experience able to move forward with our lives with dignity and grace. Even though this was in the e..."

Rating: 8.4

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Georgia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 3 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: Specializing exclusively in Georgia Criminal & Traffic law. I provide diligent, aggressive, & personalized protection to clients facing their most difficult battles. Call or email for a consultation.

Rating: 7.4

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Georgia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 6 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: Attorney Heather Valentine knew at the tender age of 14, upon learning how prevalent wrongful convictions and unjust confinement are in our country, that she wanted to be an attorney who would fight for justice. After reaching that goal, she began...

Rating: 6.1

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Georgia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more

Bio: More than 30 years of experience. I have the ability to resolve a case with a negotiated agreement if possible and the ability to try a criminal case when an acceptable agreement can not be reached. Prior to opening my own practice, I worked as a ...

Rating: 7.4

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Georgia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 51 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Gaming

Review: "He took on a case that ever other attorney deemed hopeless...we were scared and about to make a plea bargain.He advised against it and asked us to trust him.we took his adsvise and he won the case.......GForevefr indebted......It was worth the fee..."

Rating: 7.6

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Georgia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, General Practice

Review: "I have a friend that needed action after 2 years of inaction from his lawyer. I called Jarrett’s office and got a callback within 24 hours. He was very easy to talk to and precise in his explanation of the actions he would take. Long story short, ..."

Rating: 6.6

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Georgia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Appeals and more

Review: "We enjoy working with Michael and his staff. As unpleasant as these family cases are, they make the best of them. Their representation, advice, and response time is wonderful and we would recommend them to anyone that is faced with child custody c..."

Rating: 6.9

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Georgia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals, DUI & DWI and more

Review: "Mr. Call represented me on a ticket given by a to remain un-named overzealous cop trolling the streets of Savannah. The ticket was dismissed and I am extremely grateful to have had Mr. Call's competent and skillful representation. I will definitel..."

Rating: 6.9

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Georgia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime and more

Review: "Mr Gasner was a fine attorney. He did just what he said he would. Definitely chose him he keeps his promises"

Rating: 6.8

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Georgia Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Education and more

Bio: Attorney Griggs is a native of Atlanta who grew up in South DeKalb County prior to relocating to South Cobb during his teens. As a youth, Griggs attended Atlanta Public Schools until enrolling in Woodward Academy in 1990. Attorney Griggs graduated...

Rating: 8.8

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