Georgia Criminal Defense Lawyers

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Criminal Defense Law

1015 Henna Court Southeast, Conyers, GA 30013

Criminal Defense Law

335 Queensmead Ave, Marietta, GA 30060

Area of Practice: Prosecutor Flynn D. Broady Jr., an Army combat veteran and prosecutor, became District Attorney of the Cobb Judicial Circuit on Jan. 1, 2021 with a vow to hold violent criminals accountable while restoring nonviolent offenders to productive lives. DA Broady believes wider community engagement, including expanded access to accountability courts and more visible victim advocacy, are essential to that effort. DA Broady is a native of Birmingham. He spent more than two decades in the Army as an instructor, a recruiter and a combat infantryman with tours in Iraq. He earned his law degree at Seton Hall University, where he also led ROTC. He previously prosecuted cases in the Solicitor General’s Office and also served as coordinator of the Veterans Treatment and Accountability Court. He and his family live in Marietta.

Criminal Defense Law

191 Roswell Street, Marietta, GA 30064

"Excellence in defense" is more than just a motto, it is the guiding principle behind every case I handle. In more than two decades of practicing criminal law, I have handled every variety of criminal litigation, from minor misdemeanor offenses all the way to death-penalty-eligible murder cases. I also have training and experience with drug treatment and mental health issues, through my extensive work with Accountability Courts, that few attorneys can match. Specialization is an important part of the practice of law, which is why I devote my practice exclusively to the defense of criminal and DUI cases. My experience enables me to find effective solutions to place my clients in the best possible position, regardless of the circumstances. Whether your case calls for traditional courtroom litigation, an emphasis on treatment, or an "outside the box" approach, this firm can help. When your freedom and your future are at stake, you need an attorney who knows the criminal justice system and is dedicated to putting that knowledge to work for you. My law firm is dedicated to excellence in your defense. That means I will be available when you need me, and will always promptly return all messages and phone calls. It also means that your legal fees will be reasonable, and payment plans will be available when necessary. Above all, it means that you will receive the best representation available, and legal advice provided with honesty and integrity. Please call so we can discuss your situation. The initial consultation - at the office, courthouse, or jail - is always free. With decades of experience and service as a former prosecuting attorney, Attorney Grady Moore has established himself as the Marietta criminal defense lawyer clients can trust. As the founding attorney at Moore Legal, LLC, he has handled thousands of cases throughout the duration of his career, and he understands how to protect the rights of his clients. Whether you were charged with DUI, theft, or a drug crime, his firm offers free consultations to help you better understand the details of your case and how you should proceed. Mr. Moore has been on both sides of the courtroom, and his understanding of the legal process can help you obtain the best possible outcome for your situation. Don’t wait to get started. Call Moore Legal, LLC now and plan your defense.

Criminal Defense Law

271 W.Washington, Ste 110, Madison, GA 30650

Guy J. Notte attended John Marshall Law School (Chicago, Illinois, 1964-1966) After relocating to Atlanta he began practicing law in May, 1968. Mr. Notte attained the rank of Captain in the United States Army in U.S. Army Intelligence. After leaving the service in December 1969, he began actively practicing criminal defense and personal injury law in Atlanta. Mr. Notte taught at the then Massey Law College in Atlanta in 1970 and actually was Dean of this school for two years. In 1978, the judges of the DeKalb-Rockdale Circuit appointed Mr. Notte the Public Defender of Rockdale County. He represented defendants charged with crimes ranging from DUI’s to the Death Penalty. Mr. Notte has defended those accused of crimes in many states both in Federal and States Courts. In 1974, Mr. Notte appeared before and was admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court. He is also admitted to practice in all the Federal District Courts in Georgia as well as the Federal District Court of Columbia, South Carolina. His practice has included the defense of people from Pine Bluff, Arkansas to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and from New York to Florida.

Criminal Defense Law

729 Piedmont NE Ave, Atlanta, GA 30308

www.hughesandmanning.com

Criminal Defense Law

1 Community Square Blvd suite 400, Villa Rica, GA 30180, USA

J. Mac C. Pilgrim is the owner and founder of The Pilgrim Law Group, LLC. Mac was born and raised in Villa Rica and he has chosen to remain to raise his family and to operate his business. Mac was educated in the Villa Rica Schools, graduating from Villa Rica High School in 1992. After high school, Mac attended and graduated from The University of West Georgia with a B.S. in Political Science in 1997. Following the completion of his undergraduate education, Mac was accepted and enrolled in John Marshall Law School in Atlanta and graduated in the year 2000 with J.D. Following law school, Mac worked for various firms in and around the Atlanta area, who's primary focus was personal injury. After approximately 8 years of working through and after law school for other law firms, all the while wanting to get into the courtroom more and more, Mac decided to take a leap of faith and started The Pilgrim Law Group, LLC. on July 1, 2006. He wanted to be able to do what he loves, practice law, and serve the people in his community. From that point in time till the present, Mac has represented thousands of clients in civil and criminal matters throughout the State of Georgia and in the Federal Courts as well. Mac has tried well over 120 cases, both civil and criminal, to juries in over 40 jurisdictions throughout the state. He has successfully represented numerous clients charged with serious felonies and has been involved in the pursuit of multi-million-dollar plaintiff settlements and verdicts. Mac wants all of his clients to know that he is thankful that when it has come time to choose an attorney, people, whether it be for themselves or a loved one, have chosen The Pilgrim Law Group, LLC. Mac takes the trust that his clients put in him and his firm seriously, and he wants everyone to know that he and his firm will do all that they can to represent you to the best of their abilities. Mac is married and he has 2 teenage children and they reside in Villa Rica.

Criminal Defense Law

2970 Clairmont Rd #240, Atlanta, GA 30329, USA

I am the ONLY lawyer in the history of Georgia who has served as a Police Officer, Police Chief, Municipal Court Judge, State Court Judge, Superior Court Judge and Prosecutor. I am also a Music Artist, just type in THE FLY LAWYER on any music platform and my Instagram is @theflylawyer.

Criminal Defense Law

185 Whisperwood Way, Suite A, Cleveland, GA 30528

I serve a wide range of clientele, and every client relationship is valued greatly. Each engagement, benefits from the depth and breadth of my expertise and experience. I am at the forefront of ever-changing laws and work closely with my clients and are fully committed to exceeding client expectations. I am proud that so many of our clients have repeatedly turned to us for counsel and representation, and we work hard to earn their loyalty every day. I am committed to providing you with top notch legal representation. I approach every client with a focus on integrity, advocacy, and understanding. I fight for you! I have a well-earned reputation for excellence in providing smart, sensible, and cost-effective legal and business solutions for my clients. I offer high-quality legal work and exceptional, personal client service.

Criminal Defense Law

1849 Clairmont Rd, Decatur, GA 30033

Attorney Kazuma Sonoda, Jr. has devoted his legal career to the defense of those accused or charged with criminal offenses. His practice has taken him to federal and state courts throughout Georgia. Mr. Sonoda is known for his zealous advocacy on behalf of every client. Mr. Sonoda has successfully defended individuals charged with a wide variety of offenses from minor traffic violations and drug charges to sex crimes and violent felonies. Named one of Georgia's Top Young Lawyers, he also has achievedSuperLawyers Rising Star status. Mr. Sonoda has appeared in Atlanta Magazine, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, and was named one of Georgia's Legal Elite by Georgia Trend Magazine. Mr. Sonoda is a member of the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys and a graduate of the National Criminal Defense College in Macon, GA. He is also an active member and on the Board of Directors of the Georgia Hispanic Bar Association. Mr. Sonoda received his Juris Doctor degree in 2000 from the Emory University School of Law. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Policy and Spanish from Duke University where he was a member of the Chi Psi Fraternity.

Criminal Defense Law

233 Peachtree St., Suite 1200, Atlanta, GA 30303

Khalil Eaddy is an associate attorney at Robert James Trial Attorneys. Mr. Eaddy was born and raised in Jersey City, New Jersey. Mr. Eaddy obtained his bachelor’s degree from Grambling State University with a major in Criminal Justice and Spanish. Mr. Eaddy obtained his Juris Doctor, from North Carolina Central University School of Law. During his term at North Carolina School of Law, Mr. Eaddy served as a member of the Trial Advocacy Board, Moot Court Board, The Death Penalty Project, and Student Bar Association Treasurer. Mr. Eaddy began his career utilizing the Third Year Practice Rule, which allowed him to take cases while in his final year of law school. Within three months of his practice, Mr. Eaddy was chosen by two nationally recognized criminal trial attorneys in South Carolina to assist in the defense of a high-profile Capital Punishment case. Mr. Eaddy is a fearless and compassionate litigator with a sharp sense to achieve the best results in every case he has assisted in. Mr. Eaddy is admitted to practice in New Jersey, New York, South Carolina, and Georgia. In addition, Mr. Eaddy is admitted to practice in the United States District Court of Georgia and South Carolina. Mr. Eaddy focus his criminal practice in the county court, juvenile court, and circuit court. Mr. Eaddy has represented hundreds of criminal clients on charges ranging from disorderly conduct to capital murder.

Criminal Defense Law

302 East Bay Street, Savannah, GA 31401

Kurtis attended Savannah Law School in Savannah, Georgia. While in law school he interned with the Chatham County District Attorney’s Office and the 3d Infantry Division Judge Advocates General Corps. Following graduation, Kurtis began his legal career with the District Attorney’s Office where he was assigned to a caseload consisting of over 1500 cases comprised primarily of DUI’s and Domestic Violence cases. He was then promoted to a Superior Court Position handling an array of felonies. Kurtis completed his time as a Special Drug Prosecutor assigned to the Chatham-Savannah Counter Narcotics Team. He assisted with complex investigations and prosecutions of Drug Trafficking Organizations, which involved coordination with federal law enforcement agencies and prosecutors from all over the country. During his time with the D.A.’s office, Kurtis provided no-cost legal assistance and guidance to several small business owners, as well as soldiers in the Georgia Army National Guard. He assisted in a number of areas including corporate formation, contract formation and disputes, construction law, last will, and testament drafting, estate planning, and gun trusts. Kurtis has a passion for the law and a passion for helping others, a passion that he brings to every client that he serves. Kurtis is admitted to practice in the State of Georgia

Criminal Defense Law

213 Kelly Mill Road, Cumming, GA 30040

Logan Butler dedicates his practice to Criminal Defense, Business and Civil Litigation, Employment law, and Probate, Estates, and Trusts. Mr. Butler has handled thousands of criminal cases and successfully defended drug crimes, DUI, sex crimes, major felonies, family violence, juvenile offenses, misdemeanors, probation revocations and all other criminal matters. For the client charged with a crime, understanding the law and the variety of defenses available is of utmost importance. Mr. Butler recognizes the hardship criminal charges place on the client and he strongly believes in a client centered practice. Mr. Butler will investigate your case and zealously defend you.

Criminal Defense Law

16 Boxwood Cir, Statesboro, GA 30458, USA

Madison Brynn Russell is an Attorney in Statesboro, Georgia. Madison completed her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with concentrations in Political Science and History two years ahead of her class from Valdosta State University. Upon graduating from Valdosta State University in 2019, Madison attended Mercer University’s Walter F. George School of Law. Madison was chosen out of a select group of students to participate in advancing her legal writing. Madison participated in advanced writing groups, grammar and style competency exams, drafting projects, and accumulated a writing portfolio to achieve her Advanced Certification in Legal Writing. Since being licensed to practice law by the State of Georgia, Madison practiced in multiple areas including, but not limited to, family law, criminal defense law, probate and estate planning, juvenile law, and general civil litigation. Madison is now a Public Defender for the Ogeechee Judicial Circuit.

Criminal Defense Law

219 West York Street, Savannah, GA 31401

Attorney Martin Hilliard is a highly skilled Trial Attorney whose main focus is to seek justice for all of his clients, no matter how complicated your situation may be. Potential clients can be assured that Mr. Hilliard possesses the necessary experience and dedication to his Criminal and Family Law Practice and will give each and every client the personal attention that their case requires. We take new calls 24 hours per day and 7 days per week. Your call will always be answered.

Criminal Defense Law

3355 Lenox Road NE, Suite 750, Atlanta, GA 30326

Michael Robinson is an Atlanta attorney whose practice includes criminal defense and personal injury matters in the metropolitan Atlanta area. His State Bar of Georgia profile gives his full name as Michael Derek Robinson and identifies his firm as Robinson Law. The firm’s website lists an office at 3355 Lenox Road NE, Suite 750, in Atlanta. Robinson was admitted to practice in Georgia on February 24, 2014. The state bar directory lists him as an active member in good standing and reports no disciplinary history on record. His profile also indicates that he is accepting new clients. Criminal law, torts and traffic law are the practice categories identified in that listing. He is listed in the bar’s Criminal Law Section as well. His National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers profile identifies his practice as Mike Robinson Law, LLC, and describes his work as criminal defense and personal injury representation throughout metro Atlanta. That profile lists appellate advocacy, controlled substances, DUI and juvenile defense among his practice areas. It also identifies him as a Life Member of the association. Robinson earned his JD from the University of Georgia School of Law in 2013, according to his association biography. The state bar directory separately lists the University of Georgia under his education.

Criminal Defense Law

230 Peachtree Street, Suite 1460, Atlanta, GA 30303

Area of Practice: Criminal Defense, Litigation, & Real Estate Law Randy Williams serves as President and Managing Partner of Williams Law Group of Georgia. Attorney Williams is a highly skilled and passionate advocate when he is litigating on behalf of his diverse group of clients. He specializes in Real Estate Law, Criminal Defense, and Litigation. Randy brings business and executive ingenuity to the firm's leadership. He obtained his Doctor of Law from Emory University where he prosecuted misdemeanor and felony crimes under the Fulton County Solicitor General and Dekalb County District Attorney. Prior to practicing Randy served as an executive gaining extensive experience in various areas of business management. In his spare time Randy enjoys playing tennis, mentoring, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

Criminal Defense Law

1015 Tyrone Road, Suite 620, Tyrone, GA 30290

Mr. Hayes received his Juris Doctorate Degree from the College of Law at Georgia State University and was admitted to the State Bar of Georgia in 1996. ? Mr. Hayes previously worked as a Senior Assistant District Attorney (“ADA”) in the Griffin Judicial Circuit. He also formerly served as a Senior ADA in the Coweta Judicial Circuit. ? In 2007, Rudjard M. Hayes became a Partner at Sanchez Hayes & Associates, LLC, located in Tyrone, Georgia. Mr. Hayes leads the firm’s criminal section and civil litigation section. Mr. Hayes devotes a substantial portion of his practice to criminal defense, where he represents those accused of committing one or more criminal offenses. Mr. Hayes also represents civil litigants in a variety of matters ranging from complex business transactions, contract disputes, and various employment issues. Mr. Hayes has tried hundreds of criminal felony and misdemeanor jury trials and countless civil trials in all courts; city, municipal, state, superior and federal court.? ? Mr. Hayes is an active member of the community. Mr. Hayes is a member of the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Mr. Hayes has acted as a mentor to new attorneys in Georgia. In 2005, Mr. Hayes began a Mock Trial Team at his son’s high school. In 2006, he began working as an adjunct professor at Georgia State University (GSU), where he coached the Georgia State University Mock Trial Team until 2012. From September 2008 until April 2009 Mr. Hayes also taught as an adjunct professor at Mercer University Walter F. George School of Law in Macon, GA. He was responsible for developing and coaching Mercer’s Mock Trial Teams. One of Mercer’s teams, coached by Mr. Hayes, won a national championship at the ABA National Criminal Justice Trail Advocacy Competition in Chicago. Mr. Hayes has also acted as a judge for numerous national mock trial competitions. Mr. Hayes’ commitment to the community and the legal profession was recognized when, in 2008, he was awarded the Justice Robert Benham Award for Community Service.

Criminal Defense Law

4046 GA-154, Newnan, GA 30265, USA

Georgia native Shawanda Brown is an accomplished lawyer with over 15 years of experience in the legal profession and a passion for helping clients achieve peace of mind knowing their family, freedom, rights, and assets are protected for the future. Shawanda handles criminal law, family law, and personal injury matters. People often cave into unfair terms to make an uncomfortable situation end whether it is a criminal case, a nasty divorce, or a low settlement from an insurance company. Having a compassionate, competent and experienced attorney on your side can help you avoid this, not only by removing some of the pressure and fear of uncertainty that you face, but also by giving you the perspective you need to make sound decisions at every stage of your legal matter.

Criminal Defense Law

5349 Hurst Dr, Columbus, GA 31904

Criminal Defense Law

PO Box 2271, Forest Park, GA 30214

Mrs. Calland was born and raised in Fort Lauderdale, FL and serves as a criminal defense trial attorney in Clayton County, Georgia. She represents those facing criminal charges in the surrounding Metro Atlanta counties (Fulton, Cobb, Gwinnett, Douglas, Paulding, Coweta, Barrow, Dekalb, Henry, Clayton, Monroe, Fayette, Butts, Spalding, Upson, etc). Mrs. Calland graduated from Florida A&M University in 2013 and went on to receive her law degree from Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School in 2018. Mrs. Calland started TDC Law, LLC specializing in criminal defense and she is a member of The Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. TDC Law, LLC was created with the goal of being “The Defendant’s Champ”. We fight mercilessly to ensure your rights are safeguarded and your case is resolved.

Criminal Defense Law

9 Lumpkin St, Suite 200, Lawrenceville, GA 30045

Since being licensed to practice law in Georgia, Tracy Drake has been successfully representing clients with their civil and criminal matters for over 22 years. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Middle Grades in Math and Science from West Georgia College in 1992 and graduated Cum Laude. Tracy then received her J.D. with honors from the University of Georgia in 1995 graduating Cum Laude and her Masters in 2015 in Middle Grades Education in Math and Science. She began her legal career an Assistant Solicitor in Athens-Clarke County, and then transitioned to Gwinnett County State Court as an Assistant Solicitor where she prosecuted DUI and Domestic Violence cases fro the State of Georgia. When Tracy left prosecution she became a zealous advocate for her clients in Criminal Domestic matters. Tracy S. Drake has earned a wide reputation for her persuasive trial advocacy, and passion for defending clients. Her firm vigorously defends clients facing misdemeanor and felony criminal

Criminal Defense Law

5600 Roswell Rd, Sandy Springs, GA 30342, USA

Atlanta DUI attorney William C. "Bubba" Head is Georgia's most renowned drunk driving lawyer. In 2003, a national vote of the full membership of the National College for DUI Defense (800 members) named Mr. Head the best DUI attorney in the USA. This is the only time that organization voted on that issue.

Criminal Defense Law

391 E Main St, Canton, GA 30114, USA

Zachary H. Smith is a Partner at Burns Smith Law, P.C., where he focuses his practice on criminal defense, family law, and civil litigation. Known for his strategic courtroom advocacy and unwavering dedication to his clients, Zachary has built a reputation as a formidable trial attorney who consistently delivers results in high-stakes legal matters. With more than 75 trials to his credit, Zachary brings extensive litigation experience and proven skill to every case he handles. In 2025, he secured a $1.6 million verdict for the plaintiff in a complex water run-off civil case, demonstrating his ability to navigate intricate legal issues and achieve exceptional outcomes. That same year, he successfully argued Wright v. State, A25A0076, before the Georgia Court of Appeals, obtaining a significant appellate victory. Zachary’s excellence in the legal profession has earned him national recognition. He has been honored as one of The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 and named among the Lawyers of Distinction from 2023 through 2025, reflecting his outstanding skill, integrity, and commitment to client advocacy. Zachary earned his law degree from the Claude Pettit College of Law at Ohio Northern University. At Burns Smith Law, P.C., he is dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation—whether defending the accused, guiding families through sensitive matters, or litigating complex civil disputes.

Criminal Defense Law

391 E Main St, Canton, GA 30114, USA

Mr. Smith has many years of courtroom and trial litigation experience trying simple to serious, complex cases. In the Appellate Court, he argued before the Georgia Supreme Court in State v. Kenneth Williams (S19G0005).

Criminal Defense Law

6380 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1606, Los Angeles, GA 90048

Zoe Aron is a double barred attorney licensed in California and Georgia. Most recently, Zoe worked as an Assistant Public Defender in East Atlanta for multiple years where she defended the indigent population and upheld the Constitutional rights of the most ignored and neglected population. Zoe attended Brown University for her undergraduate degree where she earned a Bachelors of Art in Economics. Upon graduating from Brown, Zoe went to Atlanta and attended Emory University School of Law, where she received her JD and graduated at the top of her class with High Honors. She was also awarded membership of the Order of the Coif, which is reserved for JD students who have graduated in the top 10% of their class and who are elected to the Order by the Emory Chapter, which consists exclusively of full-time Emory Law faculty members.

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304 N Ashley St, Valdosta, GA 31601

Jody Peterman is the owner of Jody D. Peterman, LLC and his practice focuses on representing individuals who have been injured, harmed, or suffered a loss through the wrongdoing or negligence of another. Unlike many attorneys who handle a few cases each year in the area of personal injury or work for a television advertising mill, Jody is an experienced trial attorney who has practiced in the personal injury field in Georgia for nearly 30 years. He represents catastrophically injured victims and families who have lost a loved one, as well as individuals injured in motor vehicle collisions, tractor-trailer crashes, motorcycle accidents, medical malpractice, defective products, and other injury cases involving the wrongful death of a loved one. Jody only takes on serious accident cases with the intent of reaching the best possible outcome for his clients. Jody has tried over one hundred jury trials in his career, which makes him one of the most experienced trial lawyers in South Georgia. Jody's practice also encompasses representing individuals charged with serious felony crimes, where the individual is innocent and wrongfully accused by the government. In 1995, Jody graduated from Mercer University Law School. In law school, Jody received the highest grade in his Tort's II class (Americus Jurisprudence awarding for studying personal injury law) and also received the Milton Barwick Pleading and Practice award for being the best trial attorney in a trial practice class with Judge J. Taylor Phillips. Jody is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States, the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, the Supreme Court of Georgia, the Court of Appeals for the State of Georgia, the United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia, the United State District Court for the Southern District of Georgia, as well as the United States District Court for the Middle District of Georgia. Jody is a member of the State Bar of Georgia, the Valdosta Bar Association, the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, and the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Jody is AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell® (prestigious) and is a Top 100 Georgia Trial Lawyer as determined by the National Trial Lawyers Association. He also enjoys a 10/10 rating by Avvo. Jody has lived in South Georgia his entire life. He has four children. His wife Mary teaches special ed in the Lowndes School System. Jody's hobbies include attending his children's sporting events, cooking, reading, and watching the Atlanta Braves and the New England Patriots.