Georgia Lawyers

Civil Litigation

4200 Northside Parkway, N.W., Building One, Suite 300, Atlanta, GA 30327

Brooke Bowen specializes in high-stakes civil litigation, including catastrophic injury claims, large products liability cases, and complex commercial litigation. Brooke brings a unique perspective to her plaintiffs’ practice having spent the first decade of her career defending large, international companies and subsequently acting as in-house counsel for a major government organization. Brooke combines the skills that she gained defending these entities with her passion of helping others in order to obtain the best results for her clients – individuals and businesses who have been seriously harmed by the wrongful acts of others.

Personal Injury Law

1819 Peachtree RD NE, Ste 401, Atlanta, GA 30309

Attorney Bryan Baer established The Baer Law Firm in 2020 to fight for the injured victims of accidents, or those who suffered at the hands of medical personnel. As an Atlanta personal injury attorney with nearly two decades of legal experience, he will put his expertise to work for you. He has earned recognition as a Super Lawyer, Top 100 Trial Lawyer, a Multi-Million Dollar Advocate Forum member and has been designated as a "Legal Elite” by Georgia Trend magazine. Dedicated to achieving justice for the wrongfully injured, Bryan will use his former experience with defending insurance companies to your advantage. Call and speak with Bryan personally regarding your matter and get your questions answered.

Criminal Defense Law

P.O. Box 1657, 229 Buchanan Street, Dallas, GA 30132

Aaron Henrickson has practiced law for over 20 years in the metro Atlanta area. Mr. Henrickson has litigated well over 1,000 criminal cases including charges of murder, rape, arson, drug possession and trafficking, armed robbery, child molestation, vehicular homicide, and DUI. He has tried more than 80 jury trials to verdict while handling countless bond hearings, probable cause hearings, probation revocations, motions to suppress, and bench trials.

Criminal Defense Law

399 Washington Ave. NE, Marietta, GA 30060

With a legal career devoted entirely to criminal law, Addison Waid brings valuable insight from both sides of the courtroom. As a former prosecutor, he understands how cases are built. As a defense attorney, he knows how to challenge them strategically and effectively. He approaches each case with focus, care, and the goal of securing the best possible outcome. From traffic tickets, misdemeanors to major felonies, Attorney Waid has successfully handled a wide range of criminal cases.

Corporate and Transactional Law

33 S Main St #300, Alpharetta, GA 30009, USA

Alan M. Briskin is the founder and managing member of Briskin, Cross & Sanford, LLC, a general business and commercial litigation law firm. Alan's practice focuses on the representation of emerging technology companies and privately held businesses. He works with these companies in deciding how to structure their initial entity, raise money, protect the entity and owners from various types of liability and the transactions connected therein. In addition, Alan represents companies in structuring mergers and acquisitions, commercial contracts, banking transactions, intellectual property, and licensing. Alan also advises numerous clients in general corporate, commercial, and employment litigation. Being a business partner and confidant is equally important as providing legal advice and services. Alan has recognized that this is a key ingredient to a successful partnership with his clients. In this vein, he provides helpful resources and referrals, coaching and mentoring, and much needed time and attention to all of his clients. Prior to founding Briskin, Cross & Sanford, LLC, a firm which was known for eight years as Briskin & Associates, L.C., Alan was a founding partner of Briskin & Rinde, a corporate and technology law firm in Atlanta, Georgia. Alan received his law degree from the University of Baltimore School of Law, and his B.A. from the University of Maryland in Government and Politics. Alan is a member of the Tau Epsilon Phi fraternity, in which he held numerous positions including President of his campus chapter and was recognized nationally as the Tau Beta Man of the Year. Prior to entering private practice, Alan worked as a Staff Attorney for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission in Washington, D.C. , where his responsibilities included handling employment discrimination, intellectual property and general litigation matters. Alan is admitted to practice in the States of Georgia, Florida and Maryland . He also belongs to numerous professional associations including the American Bar Association, the Georgia Bar Association, the Florida Bar Association, and the Maryland Bar Association. Alan lives in Johns Creek, Georgia with his wife and two children. Alan enjoys playing a wide variety of sports, coaching junior teams, and is very active within his community. Alan was also a founding member of the Steering Committee of the 400 Technology Connection.

Prosecution

90 North Street, Suite 390, Canton, GA 30114

Alana Driscoll is an assistant district attorney with the Cherokee County District Attorney’s Office in Canton, Georgia, identified in that role in a March 2026 prosecution announcement. Her work for the Blue Ridge Judicial Circuit has included domestic violence, sexual assault, and homicide prosecutions. In 2022, Driscoll prosecuted David Alexander Sleight as a member of the office’s Domestic Violence Unit. The case involved aggravated assault, violation of a family violence order, false imprisonment, and family violence battery. At the sentencing hearing, she read a statement written by the victim. Sleight received an eight-year prison sentence following a non-negotiated guilty plea. A February 2024 announcement identified Driscoll with the Special Victims Unit. She prosecuted Mariano Diego-Tercero with assistance from Assistant District Attorney Meaghan Frankish following an investigation by the Canton Police Department. A jury convicted the defendant of rape, aggravated assault, and attempted rape; the court subsequently imposed a life sentence. In 2026, Driscoll prosecuted Teryn Blakeney in DeKalb County with assistance from Deputy Chief Assistant District Attorney Geoffrey Fogus. Cherokee County’s office took the case after the DeKalb County District Attorney’s Office recused itself. The jury found Blakeney guilty of felony murder, aggravated assault, and possession of a firearm during a crime, while acquitting her of malice murder. The court sentenced Blakeney to life in prison plus five years.

Civil Litigation

3344 Peachtree Rd NE #800, Atlanta, GA 30326, USA

Alex Bartko is the founder of AB Law, bringing a wide array of experience from both his tenure as a former litigation partner at a prominent Atlanta law firm and as lead in-house corporate litigation counsel. Through his strategic and assertive approach, Alex has successfully navigated a broad spectrum of disputes, from pre-suit negotiations to trials and appeals. His deep insight on the legal challenges businesses face also enables him to provide legal advisory services to businesses of all sizes, helping them to navigate complex issues and minimize risk. Raised in Atlanta, Alex attended the Westminster Schools before earning his B.B.A. in Accounting from the University of Georgia. He then graduated with honors from Emory University School of Law, where he was appointed to the Order of Barristers and actively participated in the Emory Moot Court Society. Alex also received several awards for excellence in his coursework. Following law school, Alex spent 11 years in private practice in Atlanta, representing clients across multiple industries. He then served as lead litigation counsel for a major corporation in Atlanta for two and a half years before founding AB Law. Alex has also taught an advanced trial techniques class at Emory Law. Alex resides in Atlanta with his wife and two children. In his leisure time, he enjoys watching the Georgia Bulldogs, reading, playing golf, and coaching his kids’ soccer teams.

Medical Malpractice Law

1800 Peachtree St NW suite 370, Atlanta, GA 30309, USA

Alex is an experienced trial attorney and has spent her legal career representing individuals who are victims of medical malpractice and catastrophic personal injury and their families. She has tried cases to verdict and represented her clients in negotiations and mediations resulting in millions of dollars in compensation for clients. In addition to her medical malpractice and personal injury work, Alex has also represented taxing authorities across the nation against national online travel companies in order to recover unpaid sales and occupancy taxes. She has argued these cases in front of appellate and trial courts and participated in taking these cases to the highest courts in multiple states. Alex is an active member of the Georgia Trial Lawyer’s Association, and a graduate of the GTLA LEAD (“Leadership Education & Advanced Direction”) program. Alex serves on the New Lawyer’s Division Board and is also a member of the Editorial Board for the association’s publication, The Verdict. Last year, Alex was selected as a Barrister of the Joseph Henry Lumpkin American Inn of Court. She has been involved with the Inn since she was a law student, having traveled to London to participate in a Moot Court competition, as a Pupil of the Inn, hosted as part of an exchange program with the Gray’s Inn of Court. Alex graduated from the University of Georgia School of Law. During law school, Alex was a member of the Moot Court and Mock Trial teams, competing during her second and third years across the nation. Her team earned a spot at nationals in the ABA Moot Court Competition and received the best brief award at nationals. Alex was inducted in to the National Order of Barristers for her achievements in courtroom advocacy. She was also a Dean’s Ambassador and an elected member of the Student Bar Association, serving as the President of the Class of 2014. Alex is a “Double Dawg” having graduated with her bachelor’s degree from the University of Georgia in 2011.

Corporate and Transactional Law

700 Churchill Ct ste 120, Woodstock, GA 30188, USA

Amber Oliver is the co-founder of Oliver Hughes LLC. She now serves as the firm’s managing partner, where she has spearheaded the firm’s growth to become Georgia’s most prominent women-owned business and construction law firm. Ms. Oliver began her career in 2009 as an associate attorney in Alpharetta, Georgia. While there, she worked under a Special Assistant Attorney General, litigating private cases and prosecuting over 100 cases for Fulton County. Thereafter, Amber practiced with an international litigation firm in Atlanta and Marietta, Georgia. She began her own practice in 2018 until she met Ashley Hughes, the yin to her yang. Together, they founded Oliver Hughes LLC – Business and Construction Attorneys, in 2020. Outside of business and construction law and managing Oliver Hughes LLC, Ms. Oliver is dedicated to her two children. In her free time, she indulges in her love for reading, travel, and competitive powerlifting.

Personal Injury Law

440 College Ave, Suite 320, Athens, GA 30601

Athens personal injury attorney Drew Hill is committed to helping his clients fight for the justice and recovery they deserve after someone else?s negligence leaves them facing serious, long-lasting injuries. While his practice focuses on many different types of personal injury cases, including medical negligence and products liability, Drew also handles complex mass torts and truck accident cases. Over the course of his years in practice, he has successfully fought for and won multimillion dollar settlements and jury verdicts on behalf of his clients. He has worked tirelessly to hold hospitals and doctors, trucking companies and motor vehicle operators, nursing homes, medical device manufacturers, property owners, and other different parties accountable when their negligence has caused harm. Born in Charlotte, North Carolina, Drew moved at a young age to Georgia. There, he grew up in Lavonia in Franklin County with a father who was a small town, country attorney at a general practice firm. Says Drew, ?My father truly made a difference in the lives of our small town?s citizens of all races and stations in life, often taking little or no fee for his legal work. He also taught me that as an attorney, your word is your bond and to never act in such a way that your credibility is called into question.? With these notions serving as a guide, Drew attended the University of Georgia School of Law after first earning his A.B., cum laude, from the University of Georgia in 1974. In law school, Drew was a member of Phi Delta Phi, graduating cum laude with his J.D. in 1977. In the early years of his legal practice, Drew worked on the defense side of personal injury and wrongful death cases. He defended major insurance companies, hospitals, doctors, and product manufacturers before ultimately deciding to transition his practice to one of plaintiffs? representation. Now, at Blasingame, Burch, Garrard & Ashley, P.C., Drew represents injured victims and the family members and loved ones of people who were killed by another person or entity?s negligence. His background in defense allows him a greater understanding of how insurance companies, manufacturers, corporations, and other defendants operate in these types of cases. Drew uses this knowledge in order to craft strong cases on behalf of his clients. Drew?s commitment to excellence has earned him numerous awards and recognition. In 2007, he was elected a Fellow in the American College of Trial Lawyers, a membership that is limited to no more than the top 1% of trial attorneys from each state. He has also been recognized annually by the Best Lawyers in America®, as well as the Top Lawyers in Georgia. Drew is a member of the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers and has been selected for many years for inclusion in the Super Lawyers list. He has received the highest peer rating possible, an AV® Rating by Martindale-Hubbell, based on his commitment to high legal and ethical standards. Additionally, he is a Fellow in the Lawyers Foundation of Georgia and is past president of the Western Circuit Bar Association.

Personal Injury Law

300 Galleria Pkwy, Suite 300, Atlanta, GA 30339

Andrew Lampros has an active trial and litigation practice representing plaintiffs. Andrew has litigated and tried matters in a variety of settings, including Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA), products liability, wrongful death, tractor trailer accidents, automobile accidents, consumer fraud, civil rights, negligent security, nursing home and assisted living negligence, insurance bad faith, business torts and commercial litigation. Andrew has experience litigating and trying cases for individuals and small businesses and has recovered millions of dollars on behalf of his clients.

Personal Injury Law

101 Devant St suite 405, Fayetteville, GA 30214, USA

Anitra R. Price, P.C. has over 15 years of legal experience, with more than a decade of that time spent representing clients in Fayette, Coweta, Henry and Clayton counties. She has a long-time commitment to her clients and the local community, which allies her hands-on approach that brings comfort to clients. Anitra provides skilled, effective representation in many areas of practice, including family law, divorce, personal injury, business litigation and non-violent criminal defense. She understands that many cases can be emotionally charged and she handles them in a compassionate way, focusing on successful results. At Anitra's practice, we are invested in your case; listening to you, learning every detail and pursuing a resolution. Call today to book an appointment and learn your legal options.

Criminal Defense Law

502 Mulberry Street, Macon, 31201, United States

Ashley is a graduate of the Appalachian School of Law in Grundy, Virginia, where she focused her studies on trial advocacy and criminal law. During law school, she interned with the Honorable John S. McLellan, III, of the Second Judicial District in Sullivan County, Tennessee. Ashley primarily concentrates her practice in the areas of criminal law, juvenile criminal defense, juvenile dependency proceedings, family law, DFCS cases, and appellate law. She has extensive trial experience, both in the Juvenile Courts of Georgia and the Superior Courts of Georgia. After handling thousands of cases in the DA’s Office, Ashley decided that she would spend the rest of her career committed to defending teenagers, not locking them up. In 2013, Ashley started her own law firm, where she built her practice focusing on civil litigation, domestic relations, criminal defense, juvenile defense, juvenile dependency proceedings, and criminal appeals.

Civil Litigation

303 Peachtree Rd NE #5100, Atlanta, GA 30308, USA

Ashley Maconeghy is a litigation attorney who primarily handles general liability defense, representing individuals and insurers in the defense of a variety of matters, including motor vehicle accidents and premises liability cases. She has always been interested in problem solving for others. While in law school, Ashley worked for two Federal judges focusing on civil procedure, including litigation relating to bad faith in insurance. After completing her education, Ashley relocated to the Atlanta area and worked for a firm where her practice focused on litigation related to personal injury as well as probate administration. Ashley has taught several CLEs on probate administration and was the co-chair for the Fiduciary Section of the Young Lawyers Division of the Georgia Bar from 2017-2018. She worked for a defense firm in Gwinnett County focusing on personal injuries related to car accidents and premises liability until joining Savell & Williams in May 2021. Ashley has successfully tried cases in many counties throughout Georgia. Ashley is admitted to practice before all state courts in Georgia, as well as the United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia, the 11th Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, and the Supreme Court of Georgia. She completed her undergraduate studies at King’s College, graduating summa cum laude with Bachelor of Arts degrees in Political Science and Economics. Ashley then continued her studies at Syracuse University earning her Juris Doctor. She enjoys spending time with her family and lives in Lawrenceville with her husband and two children. Ashley and her husband are active members of Cross Pointe Church, in Duluth, Georgia

Personal Injury Law

5860 Bond St., Cumming, GA 30040

Bailey Benton is a personal injury trial lawyer here at Spaulding Injury Law: Atlanta Personal Injury & Car Accident Lawyer handling everything from car accidents, motorcycle accidents, tractor-trailer accidents, premises liability and wrongful death matters in metro-Atlanta and throughout the State of Georgia. Born in Destrehan, Louisiana, Bailey has proudly called Cumming, Georgia her home since 2008.

Personal Injury Law

1301 Shiloh Rd #1620, Kennesaw, GA 30144, USA

Owner and Managing Attorney. Immigrant and Latino lawyer licensed in the state of New York and the state of Georgia.

Criminal Defense Law

999 Peachtree St NE, Suite 400, Atlanta, GA 30309

Our firm specializes in the defense of sex offense allegations, and that is all that we do. Over the years, we have handled several hundred sex offense cases throughout Georgia and have achieved outstanding results for our clients. These cases typically involve allegations of child molestation, rape, the possession of child pornography, or arrests resulting from internet sting operations.

Criminal Defense Law

505 Green St, Gainesville, GA 30501, USA

Blake A. Poole, founder of The Law Offices of Blake A. Poole, LLC, is an attorney who understands overcoming real-life challenges in a strategic, smart and dedicated manner. As a former Army infantryman from 2005-2008, he approaches his clients with respect and handles their cases with dedication and integrity. Following his 15-month tour in Iraq and honorable discharge from the Army, Blake received his undergraduate degree from North Georgia College and State University and his law degree from Georgia State University. Blake uses his skills and life experiences to counsel and guide our legal team. We take a straightforward approach with an emphasis on transparency and strong client relationships. Our goal is to deliver a level of service that makes every client feel as though they are our only client.

Workers Compensation Law

3284 Timberloch Dr NE, Marietta, GA 30068, USA

During law school, Attorney Brent Susko worked with many non-profit organizations dedicated to assisting underrepresented individuals in the community. After graduating from the Charleston School of Law, he joined the firm as a workers' compensation and personal injury attorney. Helping injured clients is just another way to care for and serve his community, and it is his mission to support those who trust him while going through some of the most difficult times of their lives. Brent has dedicated his practice entirely to serving those with serious personal and work-related injuries. Outside of the office, he enjoys hiking, rock climbing, and playing tennis and golf.

Personal Injury Law

235 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 400, Atlanta, GA 30303

Attorney Brian Poe is Chairman of Georgia Injury Attorneys and Brian Poe & Associates, Attorneys, PC “The People’s Champs”. He is a well-known lawyer and businessperson in metro Atlanta and the state of Georgia, with over 25 years of experience practicing law, and he is also the Chairman of a national legal recruiting firm (Esquire Connect). Attorney Poe is a graduate of the University of Virginia School of Law, has an M.B.A. from the University of Georgia and a B.S. from Florida State University. Attorney Poe is a member of the State Bar of Georgia. After many years as a Senior Attorney with a Fortune 500 corporation and major national law firms based in Atlanta and Washington, D.C. For over a decade, Attorney Poe wrote a popular column, the monthly “Attorney’s Corner” feature, for the award-winning Atlanta Tribune: The Magazine. Attorney Poe serves on the Board of Directors of the Sickle Cell Foundation of Georgia, Inc., and was its first General Counse

Corporate and Transactional Law

217 Sansbury Trail, Warner Robins, GA 31088, USA

Area of Practice: Business Law

Personal Injury Law

407 Randolph Dr, Vidalia, GA 30474, USA

Brittany is a civil litigation attorney who has dedicated her career to holding corporations, insurance companies, and the government accountable for their wrongdoings, and to representing injured victims and their families. Alongside her practice, she has accumulated over a decade of legal experience working with some of the country's top law firms, as well as the United States District Attorney's Office. Her background includes all aspects of civil practice.

Personal Injury Law

191 Peachtree Rd NE suite 805, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA

torney Bryce Durham demonstrates seasoned professionalism and knowledge of personal injury through diligent care for his clients and in depth understanding of the legal system. He is driven and highly motivated to fight on behalf of those enduring personal injury. His clients come first, EVERY time. Bryce remains actively involved in his church, Hillside International Chapel and Truth Center, where he serves as Chairman of the Board of Directors.

Civil Litigation

326 Roswell St NE, Marietta, GA 30060

Caitlin Colley is an Of Counsel with the Firm’s Litigation Department, focusing on complex business disputes and risk management for commercial businesses and the hospitality industry. Ms. Colley's legal experience spans more than ten years, during which time she served as a judicial law clerk, in the U.S. Army Judge Advocate General's Corps (JAG), and as a civil litigator in big law. In her practice, Ms. Colley defends hospitality brands in civil litigation and advises industry leaders as outside counsel - providing comprehensive, practical business solutions and risk assessments throughout stages of litigation and business operations. Ms. Colley supports clients through preventative risk management across general liability, premises liability, and compliance matters. With a strong investigatory and trial evidence background, she is skilled in drafting trial pleadings, pre-trial evidentiary and legal arguments, determining pre-trial strategies, directing voir dire, and preparing experts for trial. Her experience also includes assisting clients with developing procedures for data privacy and information security risk management, and responding to data breaches, incidents, and related litigation. With a background in regulatory and litigation matters, she provides a unique, dual perspective to clients. Previously, as an active-duty JAG trial attorney and officer, Ms. Colley gained lead counsel experience in more than 70 investigations across multiple federal, state, and defense agencies. She coordinated legal actions among more than 50 commanders while supervising ongoing investigations and litigation, becoming a trusted advisor and go-to for commanders. Ms. Colley also advised senior leaders and clients on international law, The Hague Conventions, and administrative law matters of ethics, government investigations, property, and fiscal law. Ms. Colley maintains an active U.S. Security Clearance, ensuring her access to critical information on behalf of clients. Ms. Colley's prior civil litigation experience includes advising clients and businesses on matters including complex litigation suits, wrongful death actions, subrogation, and declaratory actions across multiple national insurance carriers. She successfully defended major hospitality industry corporations, insured private businesses, municipalities, and governmental entities before state and federal trial courts. After receiving her Juris Doctorate in 2015, Ms. Colley served as a Judicial Law Clerk to the Honorable David M. Bragg in the 16th Judicial District of Tennessee. As a veteran, Ms. Colley now works with a number of non-profits that provide support to combat veterans and their family members. Ms. Colley was selected as a 2025 Attorney for Justice by the Tennessee Supreme Court and Access to Justice Commission for her contributions. Additionally, Ms. Colley proudly serves as a Veteran Mentor in the Cobb County Veterans Accountability and Treatment Court.

Civil Litigation

100 Crescent Center Pkwy, Suite 320, Tucker, GA 30084

Cameron D. Hawkins is a trial lawyer in Tucker, Georgia, and the principal and founder of the Law Office of Cameron Hawkins LLC. Wrongful death and catastrophic injury are among the subjects of his civil litigation practice, alongside premises liability, transportation and trucking law. His office is on Crescent Centre Parkway, in Suite 320. A native of Des Moines, Iowa, Hawkins attended Morehouse College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in political science. His legal education followed at the University of Georgia School of Law. There, he belonged to both the mock trial and moot court boards. He also worked for Professor Ron Carlson as a research assistant; Carlson’s field includes Georgia evidence rules. Hawkins practiced civil litigation with several metropolitan Atlanta firms before opening his own office. That was not his only legal work: his background also includes criminal defense and immigration law for the federal government. His work with young people has included serving as program director of the Fulton County Youth Leadership Academy. In another role outside his practice, he has assisted with coaching mock trial and moot court teams. The University of Georgia School of Law recognized his community service in 2017, naming him a Young Alumni of Excellence honoree.

Personal Injury Law

3295 River Exchange Dr, Norcross, GA 30092, USA

Cameron Simone Roberts is originally from Atlanta, GA. Cameron graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor’s degree in International Affairs with a minor in National Security, which which she graduated her junior year of college. She completed her 4th/senior year of undergraduate studies with a Bachelor’s degree in Spanish while residing in Barcelona, Spain, and attending La Universidad Internacional Menéndez Pelayo. Cameron attended law school at Walter F. George School of Law at Mercer University. She was elected President of AWLS (Women’s Lawyer Association) at Mercer Law. After law school, Cameron worked as Staff Attorney for the Honorable George Nunn, Chief Superior Court Judge in Houston County, GA, where she went on to serve as Assistant District Attorney. Cameron also served as Assistant District Attorney for the Tifton Judicial Circuit. In October 2021, Cameron was appointed as a Magistrate Judge in Tift County, GA. Cameron currently practices law at Cheves Briceno with a focus in personal injury. She is vice president of GAWL (Georgia Association for Women Lawyers) Communications, YLD (Young Lawyers Division of Georgia) Wellness chair, and Bar President for Tifton Judicial Circuit.

Personal Injury Law

4153C Flat Shoals Pkwy suite 332, Decatur, GA 30034, USA

Candace Atlas is an Associate at Davis Bozeman Johnson Law. She brings a multidisciplinary background spanning behavioral health, executive leadership, and legal advocacy, enabling her to provide client-centered representation grounded in both analytical precision and empathy. Before entering the legal field, she worked as a Licensed Professional Counselor for more than fifteen years, including a decade in executive leadership as a Clinical Director overseeing behavioral health programs and multidisciplinary treatment teams. ? Candace earned her Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science from Florida A&M University, a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Clark Atlanta University, and a Juris Doctor from Georgia State University College of Law. During law school, she was an active member of the Black Law Students Association, serving as chapter historian. ? Candace began her legal career in real estate law, probate, estate planning, and personal injury matters. She later served as an Assistant District Attorney in Rockdale County, where she handled cases in Juvenile and State Court, prosecuting matters ranging from traffic offenses to violent misdemeanors. Candace’s background in counseling informs her legal practice, equipping her with strong communication skills and the ability to navigate complex, high-stakes matters with clarity and care. She is active in community service through Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., where she participates in initiatives focused on civic engagement, social advocacy, and community outreach.

Family and Divorce Law

200 West Academy Street, Gainesville, GA 30501

Education Mississippi College School of Law, Jackson, Mississippi J.D. - 2002 Honors: Top 20% Honors: American Bar Association National Moot Court Competition Semifinalist "The Applicability of Arbitration", 2003 Honors: Overall Winner of the Moot Court, Copeland, Taylor, Cook, and Bush Moot Court Board Competition, Fall Semester, 2002 Honors: Outstanding Graduate in Political Science and History, Brenau Women's College, 1997 Honors: Outstanding Graduate Achievement in Appellate Advocacy, Mississippi College School of Law, December, 2002 Honors: Who's Who Among American Law Students, 2002 Honors: with Honors Brenau Women's College, Gainesville, Georgia B.A. - 1997 Honors: cum laude Major: Political Science Major: History Bar Admissions Georgia, 2003 Supreme Court of Georgia, 2003 Georgia Court of Appeals, 2003 U.S. District Court Northern District of Georgia, 2003 Professional Associations Georgia State Bar American Bar Association Gainesville Bar Association (Northeastern Judicial Circuit) Young Lawyers, Northeastern Judicial Circuit, Former President Honors Legal Elite, Family Law, Georgia Legal Elite Magazine Avvo.com rates Candace 8.5-Excellent Georgia’s Super lawyer Rising Star Superlawyer 2017-2023 Rising Lawyers, Super Lawyers 2016 Best of Georgia, Family Lawyers 2023 Top 10 Family Lawyer, State of Georgia, 2023 distinguished lawyers of Georgia 2026 Best of Hall, Divorce Attorney 2024, 2025, 2026 Superlawyer 2025 Best of Georgia, Honorable Mention Pro-Bono Activities Member, Gainesville Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce Volunteer, Gateway House Past Positions Congressman Nathan Deal, Summer Intern, 1996 to 1996 Congressman Bob Barr (R-GA), Senior Legislative Assistant: Veteran's Affairs, Commercial Banking, Environmental and Transportation Committee Assignments, Washington D.C., 1997 to 1999 Center for Individual Freedom, Washington, D.C., Lobbyist, 1999 to 2000 Hearn and Thomas, P.A., Legal Clerk, 2002 to 2003 Fraternities or Sororities Alpha Chi Omega

Family and Divorce Law

6190 Powers Ferry Road, Atlanta, GA 30339

Carla F. Stern is a versatile family law attorney and Atlanta native with a proven track record of achievement in handling complex marriage dissolution and child custody cases involving high asset clients. Her areas of strength include mediation, litigation, and relationship cultivation as well as providing clients with innovative solutions to challenging situations. She distinctively combines strong law background and advanced legal skills with a passion for counseling both clients and team members.

Family and Divorce Law

125 Maple Street NW, Gainesville, GA 30501

Catherine Hicks is a native Atlantan, a 1986 graduate of the University of Georgia (cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa) and a 1989 graduate of the University of Georgia School of Law.. She was awarded the full academic Castellow Scholarship to UGA Law School. Catherine was admitted to the State Bar of Georgia in 1989 and joined Fox Chandler in 1992. Catherine is a member of the Gainesville-Northeastern Bar Association (Vice President, 2016-2017; Secretary, 2014-2016), The E. Wycliff Orr Inn of Court, and the Family Law Section of the Georgia Bar Association. Catherine is a former Special Assistant Attorney General. She has been an active member of the State Bar's High School Mock Trial Committee since 1991 (Chair, 1996-1997). Catherine's community and civic involvement has included: Hall-Dawson CASA Board of Directors; Hall County United Way (Attorneys Section Chair); Children's Center for Hope and Healing Board of Directors; Northeast Georgia Medical Center Auxiliary; Enota Elementary PTA Board Vice President; Centennial Elementary PTA Board Secretary; Pinecrest Academy Touchdown Club Officer; Gainesville High School and Pinecrest Academy mock trial team coach. Catherine and her husband Brian are the parents of two sons who are also attorneys. Divorce and other kinds of family law litigation are frequently very stressful. Catherine Hicks focuses her practice exclusively on the area of family law and on helping her clients navigate the often complex, stressful situations with which they are faced with compassion, experience and attention to detail.

Personal Injury Law

Crown Pointe Pkwy, Dunwoody, GA 30338, USA

Area of Practice: Employment Law, Personal Injury, Small Business Outside Counsel Attorney Christine Forsythe has been a licensed attorney for over a decade, practicing in both Georgia and Florida. She has worked in the criminal and civil arena, but spent the vast majority of her career as a trial attorney/litigator for one of the largest insurance companies in the United States. She brings this wealth of knowledge and experience to her clients, and her cases. In her most recent role prior to starting her law firm, Attorney Forsythe served as In-house Claims and Litigation Counsel for a national company, managing risk, a decentralized claims department and claims including (general liability, motor vehicle, crime, cyber, workers’ compensation, and employment practices liability), and managed all of the company’s litigation. Attorney Forsythe worked closely with the head of HR and HR Managers to manage and oversee a vast variety of employment law claims on behalf of the company. Attorney Forsythe has significant experience handling cases from beginning to end, and has successfully tried numerous cases to verdict. She has also zealously represented her clients to resolve cases at mediation. Attorney Forsythe obtained her law degree from the University of Georgia School of Law. During law school, she demonstrated her skills and passion for oral advocacy by representing her law school in both Moot Court and Mock Trial competitions throughout the country. In her final year at UGA Law, she was selected to join the Joseph Henry Lumpkin Inn of Court, a prestigious reward offered for superb advocacy. Attorney Forsythe obtained her undergraduate degree from Wesleyan College in Macon, Georgia, graduating magna cum laude, with a B.A. in Communication, and a Minor in English. Attorney Forsythe is a wife, and a mom to an active son. In her spare time, she loves to travel, meet new people, and explore different cultures.

Criminal Defense Law

101 W Main St, Canton, GA 30114, USA

Christopher Bishop is a Canton, Georgia, attorney announced by the Cherokee County Solicitor-General’s office as the judge-elect who will succeed State Court Judge W. Alan Jordan. The office’s announcement places that transition in January. Canton is also the location of the Law Offices of Christopher L. Bishop, whose public firm page gives an address of 101 West Main Street. On the firm’s website, he appears as Chris Bishop. The firm describes its work as criminal-law and DUI trial practice; its criminal-defense listing covers superior, state, juvenile and city courts. Bishop began practicing in his hometown in 2005. His campaign biography traces his education from Cherokee High School to the University of Georgia in Athens, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in finance. It describes him as a lifelong Cherokee County resident, with six generations of family ties to the community. His grandfather served as Canton’s mayor, while his father, Barry Bishop, maintained a law firm in Cherokee County. His bar-association record includes three offices: secretary, vice president and president of the local Blue Ridge Bar Association. He has also served on the Cherokee County Indigent Defense Committee. Among the other activities recorded in his campaign biography are service as Law Day chairman and graduation from Leadership Cherokee in 2008.

Personal Injury Law

3683 Wheeler Rd, Augusta, GA 30909, USA

Christopher Hudson is an attorney located in Augusta, Georgia, who serves the entire Central Savannah Region in a variety of plaintiff personal injury matters. Since 2005, Chris has owned and managed The Chris Hudson Law Group, a law practice dedicated to representing injured persons in the areas of automobile accidents, trucking accidents, motorcycle accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, and workers’ compensation cases. Chris began his legal career in 2004, with Fulcher, Hagler, Reed, Hanks, & Harper, LLP, a medium-sized law firm in Augusta, Georgia, where practiced in the areas of civil litigation and workers’ compensation defense. Born in Augusta, Chris has been a resident of Columbia County nearly all his life. Chris graduated high school from Lakeside High in 1994. Following high school, Chris attended Augusta State University for two years and then finished his undergraduate studies at the University of Georgia, where he graduated in 2000 with honors and obtained BA in Political Science. Following college, Chris attended Mercer University, Walter F. George School of Law in Macon, Georgia. During law school, Chris served as Managing Editor of the Mercer Law Review, and published a law review article entitled, “PGA Tour, Inc. v. Casey Martin, Reasonable Modifications under the ADA FORE the disabled.” 53 Mercer L. Rev. 1717 (2002). Chris graduated from law school in 2003 and achieved the academic record of cum laude, finishing among the top 10% of his graduating class. Additionally, Chris received the following academic honors/recognitions: Induction into the Brainerd Currie Honor Society; Faculty Award for Outstanding Achievement in Legal Writing; a Certificate from the College’s Nationally acclaimed legal writing program; and CALI Awards for the highest grades in Advanced Legal Writing and Law Practice Management.

Personal Injury Law

2275 Marietta Blvd., NW, 270-297, Atlanta, GA 30318

Clarence Edward Bryant is a personal injury attorney in Atlanta, Georgia, and the founder and owner of C.E. Bryant Law Firm, LLC. His State Bar of Georgia profile lists auto and truck accidents as his practice areas and identifies him as an active member in good standing. The bar records his Georgia admission date as June 17, 2016.

Personal Injury Law

26 S Main St, Moultrie, GA 31768, USA

Cliff Kirbo graduated from the University of Georgia Terry College of Business and the UGA School of Law. He met his wife, Holly, during law school and they are the proud parents of three wonderful children. Cliff is a member of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association and has received an AV rating from his peers, which represents the highest possible rating of professional excellence in his field. Cliff specializes in personal injury cases, workers compensation, and general civil litigation. He also does real estate work, estate planning, social security hearings, and criminal defense.

Family and Divorce Law

391 E Main St, Canton, GA 30114, USA

Courtney H. Carpenter provides representation in all matters of family law and is passionate about helping clients find the best resolution possible based on their individual goals. The litigation process can be complicated and emotional, and Ms. Carpenter works with each client to help them navigate their options to make informed decisions throughout their case. Ms. Carpenter earned a Bachelor of Science with a major in political science, a certification in professional politics, and a minor in international affairs, graduating magna cum laude from Kennesaw State University in 2006. Thereafter, Ms. Carpenter earned a Juris Doctor from Emory University School of Law in 2010. During her time at Emory, she volunteered with Student Legal Services and was a participant in the Alternative Dispute Resolution Society. Ms. Carpenter’s legal career has almost exclusively focused on family law since 2011. Prior to joining Burns Smith Law, Ms. Carpenter was a Partner at one of the largest family law firms in Georgia.

Corporate and Transactional Law

5755 North Point Pkwy suite 51, Alpharetta, GA 30022, USA

Attorney Craig Lerman is dedicated to providing businesses and individuals with informative legal guidance. After taking the time to understand your needs, he can help you make smart decisions that take your greater economic interests into account. Craig Lerman is the principal of Lerman Law Associates, P.C. having a primary focus in providing his experience in broad corporate matters and securities advise to his clients. Mr. Lerman has counseled clients on a broad range of corporate, securities and business-related matters, including directors’ duties and responsibilities and other aspects of corporate governance, disclosure issues and compliance matters. Mr. Lerman represents entities and their investors in connection with business and intellectual property transactions, including formation, finance, contracts, licenses, joint development agreements, mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property licenses, e-commerce, technology-related matters and general corporate law. Mr. Lerman has helped numerous companies prepare business plans, stock subscriptions, founder's agreements, private placement memorandums, and related documents essential to emerging companies. He advises investors and companies in debt and strategic financing rounds. He has considerable experience in negotiating and documenting corporate mergers and acquisitions, and partnership and joint venture agreements, as well as giving general business advice to start-up companies. Mr. Lerman also negotiates and documents stock purchase, investors' rights and voting agreements in connection with preferred stock private offerings. Mr. Lerman also represents alternative investment funds, including hedge, private equity and venture capital and their respective fund managers and sponsors in all corporate and regulatory matters relating to the structuring, formation, corporate governance and operations of such funds. He has comprehensive knowledge of various compliance issues including Regulation D offerings and other capital raisings, general solicitation, new issues, policies and procedures manuals and best practices, employment issues and general corporate and securities matters. Mr. Lerman has counseled fund managers, private fund sponsors and institutional investors on a broad range of complex and sophisticated investment management legal issues. He has launched an array of private equity, hedge and has drafted and reviewed an array of documents, including offering memoranda, limited partnership agreements, limited liability company agreements, investment management agreements, subscription agreements, side letter agreements, collateralized loan agreements, third party marketer agreements, employment agreements, licensing agreements, and offshore offering and operational agreements, service provider agreements, convertible note, stock purchase agreements, investor rights agreements, indemnification agreements, and legal opinions, among others. He provides counsel on numerous issues relating to the formation and on-going operations of alternative investment funds, both domestic and offshore, as well as separately managed accounts. He has advised numerous funds pursuing and diverse range of strategies, including equity funds, real estate, forex, futures, statistical, multi-strategy, emerging market, sector focused, fixed income, cash advance, real estate tax lien, and start-up companies. Attorney Lerman works hard to obtain cost-effective solutions and take pride in developing lasting legal relationships with clients.

Civil Litigation

51 Lenox Pointe NE, Atlanta, GA 30324

Dan Castan represents injured workers before the State Board of Workers Compensation and plaintiffs in State and Superior Courts of Georgia for injuries suffered in accidents. He litigated one of the claims that helped establish the rights of undocumented aliens to Workers Compensation benefits in Georgia in the case of Wet Walls, Inc. vs. Ledesma. Dan has successfully negotiated and settled multiple million dollar claims. Dan was born and raised in Newark, New Jersey to immigrant parents from Cuba. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Boston College and received his Juris Doctor from The Washington College of Law at The American University in Washington D.C. Dan was admitted to the Georgia Bar in November, 1993. He is an active member of the Hispanic Bar Association, Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Atlanta Bar Association and Workers Compensation Section of the State Bar of Georgia.

Personal Injury Law

327 3rd St, Macon, GA 31201

David Dozier was born in Macon, Georgia, and is the youngest of three sons born to Zack & Brenda Dozier. He graduated with honor from high school in 1992, and immediately began his pre-law studies at Macon State College. Graduating Cum Laude, David received a Bachelor of Science in Political Science at the end of 1994 (a program which traditionally takes four or more years to complete). David next attended Walter F. George, School of Law graduating with his Juris Doctor Degree in May of 1998. David was admitted to the State Bar of Georgia in October of 1998 and is today the Managing Partner of the Dozier Law Firm, LLC. He is a member of the Georgia State Bar Association.

Criminal Defense Law

919 Center St., Conyers, GA 30012

David LaMalva is one of the premier Metro Atlanta criminal defense and DUI attorneys. He focuses his practice on criminal and DUI defense in the state of Georgia. David fights tirelessly for his clients, using his 20+ years of legal experience, relationships and knowledge to achieve the best possible resolution to their problems. In addition to working to resolve his clients' GA criminal and DUI charges, David also strives to educate his clients on each part of the legal process so they are prepared every step of the way.