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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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Musa M. Ghanayem, attended University of Wisconsin Milwaukee where he majored in Criminal Justice and Philosophy.  After college Musa attended Law School at Michigan State University College of Law, where he was a Dean's List member every semester, and a Cum Laude graduate. Musa was also a member of the Michigan State University School of Law, Moot Court Board where was awarded the honor of, "Best Oralist," and was selected to represent The College of Law in a National Competition. Musa is licensed to practice in Georgia and New York and has been involved in a variety of areas of Legal Practice. As a 1st year associate Musa was a senior associate in a complex commercial litigation and Qui Tam boutique law firm. After two years as an associate, he realized his passion as an advocate for civil rights, human rights, and the protection of the Constitution. In 2002 Musa joined the office of the Fulton County Public Defender, excelling quickly and earning the award for "Employee of The Quarter."  Musa was later appointed as an Assistant District Attorney where he prosecuted all felony cases ranging from possession of Drugs to Murder, Musa was then appointed to the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Team (H.I.D.T.A.), which is a joint State and Federal program to prosecute major drug crimes.  In 2007 Musa Started his own practice and is in 2012 became a founding member of Ghanayem & Rayasam, LLC. Musa has handled many high profile cases, which were profiled on Dateline NBC, CNN, New York Times, New York Post, The Atlanta Journal Constitution and many other media sources.  Musa has received national recognition for his representation of Sheriff Victor Hill and the ultimate acquittal of the Sheriff on all alleged counts of the indictment. Musa has been selected as one of the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Attorneys, the National Trial Lawyers Top 40 under 40 and Top 10 under 40 by the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys. Musa focuses his practice on Criminal Defense, Political Advisory, and Civil Rights. Musa has represented politicians, elected officials, musicians, and many other High Profile Cases. Musa serves as the Legal Adviser for two 501(c) 3, Non-for-Profit organizations, and sits on the board of both.. Musa was born and raised in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and still proudly roots for The Green Bay Packers.

Joe S. Habachy is an accomplished and well-respected National trial lawyer. He has been privately practicing Criminal Defense and Entertainment Law in and around Atlanta, Georgia for more than 24 years. His principal office is in Atlanta, Georgia but he has represented clients in State Courts and Federal Courts in every part of Georgia and in Oregon, California, Colorado, Missouri, Alabama, Florida, Tennessee, South Carolina, Oklahoma, North Carolina, New York, Illinois, Maryland, Iowa, Missouri, Texas, New York, and even Guam and Puerto Rico.. Joe has also aggressively defended and won criminal cases in the metro areas of Atlanta, Macon, Augusta, Athens, Columbus, Rome, Gainesville, and numerous other municipalities and counties in Georgia. He was born in Georgia, and has practiced law in Georgia his entire career.. Joe regularly represents celebrities, athletes, and other high profile clients on a variety of criminal matters. He has also aggressively represented doctors, lawyers, police officers, pilots, teachers, politicians, civic leaders, business owners, accountants, CEOs, real estate agents, truckers, and countless other individuals on a variety of criminal allegations. He is a regular panelist at continuing legal education seminars pertaining to the representation of high profile clients and is sensitive to the specific needs of clients in the public eye.. Joe has represented thousands of criminal defendants on diverse criminal matters ranging from D.U.I. to Drug Trafficking. He has successfully litigated innumerable cases. He regularly obtains Not Guilty Verdicts in State and Superior Court. He has extensive DUI experience and is certified in the administration of Field Sobriety tests and the Intoxilyzer 9000. He has successfully challenged numerous DUI arrests and roadside tests. Further, he has tried cases of all calibers, including homicide, rape, aggravated assault and Drug Trafficking. He has litigated innumerable search and seizure issues in State and Federal Court. Joe has also appealed various issues and set legal precedent in the State of Georgia.. Joe is also well-known in the field of Entertainment Law. He has successfully drafted, red-lined, and negotiated innumerable contracts for Musicians, Artists, Recording Companies, Music Publishers, Producers, Actors, Reality Shows, Reality Show Participants, Indie Film Producers/Directors, Television Shows, Radio and even Ringtone Artists. Contracts have included production agreements, management agreements, agency agreements, publishing agreements, various licenses, sampling agreements, site agreements, partnership agreements, and recording agreements. He also has extensive Trademark and Copyright experience. His Entertainment client list includes numerous well-known musicians and film/television personalities. He is a member of the Georgia Entertainment Bar and volunteers for the Georgia Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts. Joe also passionately teaches Entertainment Law at John Marshall Law School in Atlanta, Georgia.. Joe has been repeatedly named a Super Lawyer and one of the 100 Best Criminal Attorneys in the Nation. He is often asked to speak at Continuing Education and Trial Practice seminars (both Criminal and Entertainment) to share his knowledge and experience with other lawyers throughout the country. Joe is a regular speaker on Court TV, CNN, E Entertainment and various Radio shows, a regular guest at Law School Seminars, and a regular visiting judge for national and international mock trial competitions.. Joe graduated cum laude from Mercer University in Macon, Georgia in only two years. After working as an IT consultant with Price-Waterhouse Coopers for two years, Joe returned to University of Georgia School of Law, where he served as Vice President of the Entertainment Law Association and competed nationally on UGA’s successful Mock Trial Team.. Joe is a member of the bar of the Supreme Court of Georgia and the Georgia Court of Appeals, and numerous Federal Courts nationwide. Joe currently serves as the Chairman of the Georgia Criminal Defense Lawyers Education Fund which provides legal education scholarships to numerous criminal defense lawyers in Georgia. He is also a former Vice President of the Atlanta Chapter of the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (GACDL).. Joe is most proud of having repeatedly championed the Legal Food Frenzy annual competition 10 times, consistently raising more money than any other law firm in Georgia for hungry children and families in need.

Brad is a skilled advocate with experience in both federal and state court.. He brings diverse experience, dedication, litigation capabilities, and legal knowledge to each case. He is licensed to practice law in both Alaska and Washington. Brad promises to provide cost-effective legal solutions to everyday people, personally serve the firm’s clients, and listen to each client’s needs to find the right solution.. Brad was born in St. Cloud, Minnesota, where he lived with his family until he graduated from St. Cloud State University. Brad started his professional career as an armor officer in the United States Army in 2004. During his time as an active duty armor officer, Brad deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom for twenty-four months over two tours. After serving in Iraq the second time, Brad was given the opportunity to command a tank company at Ft. Hood, Texas. Going to law school and becoming a lawyer had been a lifelong dream for Brad. After command, Brad left the active duty Army to attend law and business school at Texas Tech University.

I have been a criminal defense lawyer in Alaska since 1993.  I continue to represent clients facing charges ranging from murder to dui.  I understand that your case is of the utmost importance to you and your loved ones, and will work tirelessly to obtain the best possible outcome for you.. I have tried cases all over the state, from Fairbanks to Sand Point.  I have appeared before the Alaska Court of Appeals and the Alaska Supreme Court and am licensed to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States of America.. I know that being charged with a crime is a trying time.  I know the feelings of indignity and helplessness that arise during such times.  You are not helpless.  I believe it is my duty to stand up for my clients' rights and to treat every client with dignity and respect.

I am available to clients by cell phone 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Free consultations by phone, on Zoom, or in person.. Yehuda has exclusively practiced criminal and family law since 2003. Yehuda served as a judicial clerk at the Kings County Supreme Court while attending Brooklyn Law School in Brooklyn, NY. Later, he worked for the United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of New York, and the Kings County DA's Office.. Yehuda subsequently relocated to Florida and accepted a position at the Miami-Dade Office of the State Attorney where he handled thousands of criminal prosecution cases, ranging from misdemeanors and driving under the influence (DUI) charges to homicide. During his years as a prosecutor, Yehuda took part in more than 50 jury trials to verdict. After gaining such invaluable experience, Yehuda began his career as a private attorney. He has successfully handled criminal cases in state and federal courts across Florida, Georgia, and other states around the nation.. Yehuda, who has been featured on shows such as The First 48, After the First 48, truTV, and CNN, prides himself in running a client-centric boutique law firm concentrating on criminal law and family matters. Yehuda has defended thousands of individuals charged with various crimes from misdemeanors to murder. As a family attorney, Yehuda has handled cases across the spectrum of family matters from simple divorces to highly contentious child support and divorce cases involving children and large assets.. Yehuda goal in each case is to resolve the matter in a dignified and prompt manner.. Yehuda is an avid runner who has completed more than 100 marathons and half marathons and is a middle of the pack ultra-marathoner who has completed ultra-marathon trail races at high altitude such as the Kati'cina Mosa 100K Mountain Run in Springville, UT, Black Canyon Ultra 100k in Mayer, AZ, Broken Arrow Skyrace in Lake Tahoe, CA, Bryce Canyon Ultra in Bryce Canyon, UT, and Zion 100K in Virgin, UT.

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