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Attorney Brian Tevis aggressively defends clients charged with serious felonies (Murder, Armed Robbery, Drug Trafficking, Aggravated Assault, Felony Drug Possession and  Distribution, etc.) as well as misdemeanor offenses like assault, battery, theft, shoplifting, and simple possession of marijuana.  You can expect to be informed and have regular contact with Attorney Tevis as he works with you to attack the State's case throughout the entire process from your initial bond hearing to trial.. Brian graduated from the University of Georgia and later obtained his Juris Doctor from Wake Forest University's School of Law.  Upon returning to Georgia he began working for the Public Defender's Office in the Atlanta Judicial Circuit defending clients charged with serious crimes at the felony level.  During his time as a Public Defender, Brian represented more than a thousand clients who were charged with felonies ranging from theft and drug charges all the way up to armed robbery, rape, and murder.. After leaving the PD's office for private practice in 2010, Brian handled all of the criminal defense cases with his law firm in addition to expanding into family law/divorce, contracts cases, general litigation, and personal injury.  Having practiced in countless jurisdictions across the state of Georgia, Brian gained invaluable experience and knowledge of various court personnel and procedures as well as getting to know a lot of the prosecutors along the way.. Brian returned to his home in Atlanta in 2012 and started his own practice.  His primary focus is still criminal defense with some personal injury, but he still takes clients on a case by case basis in family law/divorce/child support, contract disputes, and general litigation.. When he's not busy fighting for his clients and ensuring they get the best possible representation under the law, He enjoys tailgating at Georgia games, watching SEC games, brewing beer, traveling, hiking/camping, brushing up on the latest changes in the law, and reading a lot of books.

Ashley, “The Georgia Law Lady,” has a winning trial record, over a decade of experience in the courtroom and an overwhelming number of happy clients. She is never afraid to take a case to court. Having prosecuted thousands of cases in the busiest courthouse in Georgia, Fulton County, she brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, and compassion to every legal action. Her experience and knowledge of criminal law are why many television networks ask for her expert legal opinion on significant cases across the country. Clients frequently say that Ashley goes the extra mile by taking her time to listen to their individual needs. She never takes a one size fits all approach. The Georgia Law Lady is a founding partner at The Law Ladies and is our fierce trial attorney who gets results.. Award-Winning Attorney. She is one of the top 10 best criminal attorneys in Georgia, recognized by the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys (AIOCLA). She won this nomination from her peers because she attained the highest degree of professional achievement in criminal defense law and has an impeccable client satisfaction rating.. Ashley is considered one of the top 100 criminal defense attorneys nationally as well as being in the top 40 criminal defense attorneys under the age of 40 by The National Trial Lawyers Association. She has been voted a “Rising Star” multiple times by SuperLawyers, a distinguished organization in which attorneys nominate peers who they believe are making a mark on the profession.. Premiere Lawyers of America have also recognized Ashley for demonstrating the highest standards of excellence in the practice of law. Less than 1% of attorneys in America receive this distinction. Her Avvo rating is currently a 9.4, placing her in the Top Attorney category nationally.. Sought After Legal OpinionHer trial record and experience have compelled many networks to reach out and seek her advice and analysis on major national trials, including many death penalty cases. She’s covered the sensational trial of Georgia v. Justin Ross Harris and the death penalty trial of Florida v. Justin Amato, to name a few. Ashley has made appearances on The Nancy Grace Show on CNN, podcasts and radio shows. Lately, you can catch her on Court Tv Network and Law and Crime Network a Dan Abrams Production.. Proven Records and CertificationsAshley has a proven trial record which includes winning more than 90% of her jury trials. As a former prosecutor of DUI cases, she is certified in field sobriety evaluations by the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration). NHTSA is the same government agency that established the field sobriety tests.She also has advanced impaired driver training, which includes recognition and defense of impairment by controlled substances.Ashley practices law in the State of Georgia, all State and Superior Courts, the Georgia Court of Appeals, and the Georgia Supreme Court.She is a member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia. She is a member of the criminal law section of the Atlanta Bar as well as a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, or NACDL.She is also a member of the NCDD (National College for DUI Defense) which provides updated training from around the country in developments exclusive to DUI prosecution and defense.. EducationAshley received her Bachelor’s of Science in Business Management from the Georgia Institute of Technology as well as double minors in Finance and Law. Later, she earned her Juris Doctorate and won multiple awards for mock trial competitions while at Georgia State University School of Law.. The Georgia Law Lady Outside The CourtroomWhile Ashley is a dedicated attorney, she also has interests outside of the law, (who knew)! The Georgia Law Lady is an Atlanta native and was never a wallflower. Before her legal career began she performed as a stand-up comedian in Atlanta. Ashley currently donates her time mentoring young law students about trial work and private practice. A cause close to her heart is Project Pinnacle, a program that teaches young people life skills that helps combat youth recidivism. When she is not zealously advocating for her clients in court, she enjoys Atlanta United games

Molly Hiland Parmer is an accomplished criminal defense attorney with experience in both state and federal court. She was born and raised in Chicago and has lived in the Atlanta area for the past 25 years. She graduated with high honors from Georgia Tech, earning a Bachelor of Science in 2004. After college, she taught special education in Atlanta Public Schools. Molly was named a Robert Woodruff Fellow – the highest honor bestowed on an incoming student – at Emory University School of Law, where she received a full-ride scholarship. After graduating with honors from law school, she worked as a public defender in DeKalb County. She tried a number of cases in DeKalb, including a murder trial that resulted in a not guilty verdict. She joined the Federal Defender Program in the Northern District of Georgia as a trial attorney in 2015. There, she defended those accused of drug trafficking, international money laundering, war crimes, violations of human rights, firearms violations, immigration offenses, child pornography, and allegations of white collar crime, to name a few. She is a graduate of the Bill Daniels Trial Academy, the National College of Criminal Defense, and the White Collar Crime College presented by the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. She teaches Trial Techniques and Legal Professionalism at Emory Law, has presented seminars on criminal defense for Lawyers for Equal Justice and the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and presently serves on the board for the Georgia Innocence Project.

Jason began his career clerking for a premier Atlanta, Georgia criminal defense attorney.  Jason is known for his unwavering and zealous advocacy on behalf of each and every client, regardless of how big or how small.

I specialize in criminal defense. I have never practiced any other type of law and, honestly, I don’t think I ever will. My mom always tells me that ever since I was young, I hated seeing anyone being picked on and I would immediately jump to their defense. My disdain for bullies has turned into my passion for protecting people’s rights and fighting for justice. Regardless of guilt or innocence, in my opinion, each person deserves to be treated with decency and respect. Nothing is more upsetting to me than watching prosecutors take advantage of vulnerable people. Which is why I believe it is my job to make sure that police and prosecutors are lawfully doing their jobs.. My clients trust me because they know I am 100% on their side and I am dedicated to getting the best possible outcome for them. My practice is to keep my clients informed of the status of their cases. I like to discuss defense strategies and get input from my clients because I want my clients to be involved in their defense and be comfortable with the way their case is being handled. I’m not the kind of attorney that does what I think is best, regardless of how my client feels. I take my job very seriously because being responsible for someone else’s freedom is no joke. If you are looking for an experienced criminal defense attorney, who will protect you and fight for your freedom, your search is over. I am here to help.

My background as a felony  prosecutor for 12 years and then a Judge for 10 years gives me a unique level of experience to handle criminal defense cases.  I have a very good idea of what the prosecutor is planning as well as what the judge is expecting in all types of criminal cases.. As a Judge, I presided over the Family Violence and Stalking TPO 12 Month Hearing Calendars almost weekly for 10 years. Now in private practice, I enjoy using that expertise by representing clients in their TPO hearings in various Georgia counties.. I will always show compassion to each client and work my hardest to get the absolute best outcome that I can.

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 from Woodward Academy in 1996 and was offered a scholarship to Oxford College of Emory University. In 1998, Griggs graduated from Oxford College with an Associate Degree and moved on to Emory University in Atlanta. While at Emory, Attorney Griggs had the opportunity to work for the City of Atlanta Solicitor’s Office under Atlanta Solicitor Raines Carter.   In 2000, Attorney Griggs graduated from Emory University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology and Political Science.. Griggs continued to work for the Solicitor’s Office after graduation as a Warrant Officer. In 2001, Attorney Griggs received a full scholarship to attend the University of Cincinnati College Of Law, the fourth oldest law school in the country.. While in Cincinnati, Griggs distinguished himself as a passionate community activist with the Cincinnati CAN Commission on Police and Community Relations. Moreover, Griggs distinguished himself as a skilled advocate participating on the University of Cincinnati Honorary Moot Court Executive Board and working for the Hamilton County Prosecutor’s Office. Griggs graduated from the University of Cincinnati in 2004 and returned to Atlanta.. In August 2004, Attorney Griggs passed the Georgia State Bar Examination in his first seating. Griggs began his legal career in the winter of 2004 with a Cobb County Family lawyer, where he served as an associate mainly practicing family law in Cobb and Cherokee counties.. In January of 2005, Griggs joined the Rockdale County Public Defender’s Office as an Assistant Public Defender where he distinguished himself as an aggressive and passionate advocate of indigent defense. Griggs’s practice primarily focused on domestic violence, traffic, and DUI cases. Griggs received extensive training in trial advocacy and the fundamentals of criminal defense with the Georgia Public Defenders Standards Council during his time in Rockdale.. In September of 2005, Griggs was offered a position with the DeKalb County Public Defender’s Office after distinguishing himself as a passionate advocate during the Trial Skills Seminar at the University of Georgia. While in DeKalb, Griggs co-authored the DeKalb County Public Defender’s State Court Trial Practice Manual. Further, Griggs handled annually over 700 cases, successfully trying multiple criminal jury and bench trials ranging from MURDER to DUI.. In January of 2007, Griggs left the Public Defender’s Office and opened his own boutique criminal defense firm in Decatur with the help of prominent criminal defense attorney Keith E. Adams. Since opening the firm, Griggs has continued to set himself apart as passionate and skilled defense attorney in Metro Atlanta. This past June, Attorney Griggs opened his new Downtown Atlanta office. The new office maintains its dedication to present top quality legal defense in Metro Atlanta.. Gerald A. Griggs is an attorney who is a servant of the people fighting for what’s right. Attorney Griggs is firmly dedicated to the fundamental principle that “We seek truth, mercy, and justice forever.” Attorney Griggs seeks to serve the needs of the community one client at a time.

As the founder of The Sylvan Firm, LLC, Atlanta criminal attorney Coleman Sylvan represents people who are accused of criminal offenses. He has been practicing as an attorney since 2005, and been licensed to practice in multiple jurisdictions. Coleman handles all types of criminal cases and is licensed to practice in both State and Federal Courts. Before the establishment of his current solo practice, Coleman spent time as a prosecutor and partner at another firm. Mr. Sylvan received his undergraduate degree from Furman University and his Juris Doctor from the Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law. Contact his firm for a no-cost case evaluation.

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When people asked Johnny Waller what he wanted to be when he grew up, his answer was always the same: “lawyer.” While most kids would say “astronaut” or “professional baseball player,” Johnny knew right from day one that he wanted to practice law and defend those in need.. Today, Johnny is a member of the State Bar of Georgia, as well as the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. His current practice areas include traffic cases, criminal defense (misdemeanors and felonies), landlord-tenant cases, administrative hearings, and other types of civil litigation. He is most passionate about certain aspects of his work, with trial advocacy and motions practice at the top of that list.. Johnny’s favorite form of relaxation is watching sports. He is a self-proclaimed fan of “all things Georgia,” so he naturally loves to watch the UGA Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks, and the Atlanta Braves.. If you are looking for a passionate criminal defense attorney in the state of Georgia, do not hesitate to contact your fellow Bulldogs fan. Johnny and the rest of the team at Pak and McRae Law, LLC want to help you get the defense that you need.

Ecleynne Mercy is a proud graduate of Howard University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and a graduate of Western Michigan University Cooley Law School with a concentration in Litigation.. Mercy Law P.C.  is a law firm dedicated to serving the people of Georgia. It is her goal to provide the highest caliber of legal representation to her clients. She does this by listening to her clients' needs, properly educating clients on the law, and fighting zealously to uphold the rights of all her clients.

With more than 30 years of experience, more than 100 jury trials and numerous successful results in high-stakes, high-profile cases, Jerry is one of the most accomplished criminal defense attorneys in the United States.. Honors. Over Jerry’s career, he has earned numerous honors and accolades that reflect his dedication and skill. Jerry is listed in “The Best Lawyers in America” and the “National Directory of Criminal Defense Lawyers.” Atlanta Magazine, which has referred to Jerry as “The Defense Genius,” annually names Jerry as one of the top criminal defense attorneys in Georgia. Jerry has earned the AV* rating from Martindale Hubbell.. Teaching and Lecturing Experience. Jerry is happy to impart what he has learned to colleagues across the United States. Jerry is frequently asked to lecture to various bar associations. In addition, he has taught litigation programs at Emory University School of Law, Georgia State Law School, University of Georgia School of Law, The Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, and at University of Passau in Germany. Jerry was the first criminal defense attorney invited to teach at the United States Department of Justice’s Trial Advocacy School in Columbia, South Carolina, from 1998 to 2001.. Media. Over the years, Jerry’s work on behalf of his clients have earned significant media attention. Jerry’s cases have been reported in publications including People, The New York Times, The Atlanta Journal/Constitution, Atlanta Business Chronicle, Atlanta Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Newsweek, The Journal of the American Bar Association, The Fulton County Daily Report, Seasons Magazine, and Redbook.. Commentary. Jerry is routinely asked to discuss cases that receive substantial media attention. For example, Jerry was the on-air legal consultant for WGST radio in Atlanta for State v. Williams, the missing and murdered children trial. Jerry was the on-air legal consultant for Channel 11, the NBC affiliate in Atlanta, and CNN in the O. J. Simpson murder trial. He has also appeared on CNN, ESPN, 60 Minutes, Dateline, A&E, City Confidential and Inside Edition.. Jerry is licensed to practice law in Georgia and New Jersey, and has been admitted to practice on a pro hac vicebasis in nearly 30 states.

Michael Bixon graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor of Science in psychology and, like his sister before him, attended law school. After graduating from the law school at Barry University, Michael was fortunate enough to clerk for the Kane Law Firm where he had a unique opportunity to experience personal injury law. From there, Michael clerked at Weston, Garrou, Walters & Mooney, where he assisted the firm in criminal and constitutional law cases. Soon after, Michael took the Georgia Bar exam and moved to Atlanta and worked with the Reynolds Law Group where he was Senior Associate Attorney, responsible for handling a variety of areas of law including but not limited to personal injury, family, criminal and corporate law. Michael has also extensively volunteered with the Atlanta Volunteer Lawyer Foundation where he has helped clients in cases regarding landlord/tenant and debt collection cases.. Since founding Bixon Law, Michael Bixon has dedicated his practice to criminal defense where he has helped numerous clients and has obtained dismissals for charges of Armed Robbery, Possession of Marijuana, Aggravated Assault, Battery, Obstruction, Shoplifting and Weapons charges. Mr. Bixon has also helped clients obtain probation for cases including Drug Charges, Assault, Battery, Theft Crimes, and Weapons Crimes.. Mr. Bixon is a member of the Georgia Trial Law Association, the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and a graduate of the Bill Daniel Trial Program.  Mr. Bixon has also been recognized as one of the top 100 trial Lawyers in the U.S. by the National Trial Lawyers Association.

Nicole Fegan is a criminal defense trial attorney in Atlanta, Georgia.  She graduated from Drexel University in 2011 and went on to receive her law degree from Atlanta's John Marshall Law School in 2014.  Ms. Fegan graduated law school in two and a half years with the honor Magna Cum Laude.  In the same year, Ms. Fegan became licensed in Georgia.  Immediately, Ms. Fegan started her own law firm and began representing clients in felony cases in the Metro Atlanta area as well as surrounding counties.. Ms. Fegan is a member of the Georgia Association for Women Lawyers, the Atlanta Bar Association, and the Georgia Association for Criminal Defense Lawyers.

Former Prosecutor During her last year of law school, Holly transitioned to prosecution and worked under The Third Year Practice Act at The DeKalb County District Attorney’s Office. Holly argued numerous motions and was afforded the opportunity to try her first felony jury trials before sitting for the bar exam. At graduation Holly was recognize with The Chief Justice Leah Ward Sears award for highest overall pro bono hours.. Continued EducationHolly is a graduate of The Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Attorney’s-Bill Daniels Trial Advocacy Program where she was trained by 25 of the nations top trial attorneys.. Extensive Felony Trial ExperienceHolly has tried countless jury trials for clients charged with complex felony charges such as sex crimes, armed robbery, murder and drug trafficking. Holly developed and managed the intern program  and finds training younger attorneys very rewarding.. Personal When Holly is not in the courtroom zealously fighting for justice, she enjoys scuba diving and traveling. Holly volunteers with local animal shelters and loves to travel.

Attorney Michelle Cross is well known state-wide as a tenacious criminal defense attorney. Michelle specializes in traffic tickets, DUI, drug charges, battery, and serious felony cases. Her dedication and compassion for her clients is unparalleled. Michelle makes herself available to her clients 24/7 by providing her personal cell phone number. Thus, Michelle's clients can rest assured that she will be there when needed. Michelle always explores every avenue to ensure that her clients get the best possible outcome for their case. If you would like Michelle's skill and dedication to work for you and your case, contact her at Atlanta's Law Firm today.. • NHTSA Certified Field Sobriety Testing

PAT DUTCHER is a partner of Hollberg & Weaver, LLP with more than 15 years of litigation experience and a record of excellence in trial advocacy. Pat graduated cum laude from Stetson University College of Law and obtained his Bachelor of Arts, cum laude, in philosophy and political science from Lynchburg College. Pat has significant experience handling complex felony criminal cases and high profile special matters in Georgia’s busiest and most demanding courtrooms.. Before joining Hollberg & Weaver, Pat served as Deputy District Attorney of the Fulton County District Attorney’s Office Major Case Division, where he successfully litigated hundreds of felony cases.  Several of Pat's trials have been featured on national television.  In addition to his outstanding personal achievements in trial practice, Pat also led a team of ten highly skilled trial attorneys in the Major Case Division who litigated all of the homicide and high profile criminal matters in the Atlanta Judicial Circuit.. During Pat’s rise through the District Attorney’s Office, he was consistently recognized for his exceptional trial skills, receiving numerous awards including Trial Division Lawyer of the Year in 2009, Major Case Lawyer of the Year in 2014, and the Lewis Slaton Highest Achievement Award in 2016. The Fulton Daily Report also selected Pat as one of the Top Ten Lawyers to Watch in 2010.. Pat now employs his litigation experience, courtroom prowess, and personal tenacity to serve victims of personal injury and those who have been accused of serious criminal charges.. Featured on:. Snapped - Season 12 episode 4. Fatal Attraction - Season 3 episode 12. ATL Homicide - Season 2 episode 7. Court TV - State v. Devonni Benton. Bar Memberships:. Georgia Supreme CourtGeorgia Court of AppealsGeorgia Superior CourtNorthern District of GeorgiaMiddle District of Georgia. Reported Cases:. Ginn v. State, 293 Ga. App. 757 (2008) (felony reckless conduct)Potter v. State, 283 Ga. 576 (2008) (murder)Manley v. State, 281 Ga. 466 (2007) (murder)Fields v. State, 283 Ga. App. 208 (2007) (armed robbery)Helton v. State, 284 Ga. App 777 (2007) (obstruction)Florence v. State, 282 Ga. App 31 (2006) (cocaine distribution)Brewer v. State, 280 Ga. App 582 (2006) (aggravated assault)Davenport v. State, 278 Ga. App 16 (2006) (child molestation)Burdette v. State, 276 Ga. App 695 (2005) (burglary)Roses v. State, 276 Ga. App 513(2005) (cocaine trafficking, authored brief)Fetter v. State, 271 Ga. App 652 (2005) (burglary, authored brief)