Lyle K. Porter is a trusted Gwinnett County attorney with over 25 years of experience representing clients throughout metro Atlanta in criminal defense and family law matters. Located at 368 South Perry Street, Lawrenceville, GA 30046, the firm can be reached at 678-985-1000. As one of metro Atlanta’s most seasoned and experienced trial attorneys, Lyle Porter comes from a heritage of law practice in Georgia courts, following in his father’s footsteps over the course of a generation. The practice specializes in family law including divorce, child custody, and division of property; and criminal defense covering domestic violence, drug offenses, and DUI/DWI (driving under the influence). Understanding that clients need trusted representation in their time of need, Porter provides expert guidance and counsel with convenient location in Gwinnett County. The firm offers case evaluations and maintains articles providing legal insights. With specific focus on both criminal defense and family law, Lyle K. Porter recognizes the interconnected nature of these practice areas, particularly in cases involving domestic violence that span both criminal and family court proceedings. His time-tested trial experience and deep roots in Georgia’s legal community provide clients with knowledgeable representation backed by generational expertise in navigating local courts throughout the metro Atlanta area.
Hindson & Melton LLC in Atlanta, Georgia offers specialized immigration counsel with over 30 years of experience, helping families, employers, and individuals navigate complex visa and residency systems with precision and care. The firm exclusively handles Immigration, including Family-Based Immigration, Employment-Based Immigration, Naturalization, Adjustment of Status, DACA, Asylum, Investor Visas, Fiancé Visas, TPS, Waivers of Inadmissibility, U Visas, and Deportation Defense, covering both affirmative petitions and removal proceedings. Attorneys Robert A. Hindson—a former U.S. immigration officer—and Mary G. Melton bring unique governmental insight and policy experience to every case. The firm is known for multilingual support, personal case handling by attorneys (not staff), and clear communication throughout every stage of the legal process. Clients also benefit from thorough preparation, compassionate counsel, and federal litigation capability for complex appeals and motions. Located at 955 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite 401, Atlanta, GA 30342, consultations are scheduled by appointment, and the firm can be reached at (404) 843-2090 for professional legal guidance.
The Lopes Law Firm in Atlanta, Georgia provides determined legal representation in both criminal and family law with over 15 years of experience, advocating for clients throughout Fulton County and surrounding areas. The firm handles Criminal Defense cases involving DUI, drug possession, theft, domestic violence, weapons offenses, white-collar crimes, probation revocations, and traffic violations, alongside a strong Family Law practice covering divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, modifications, and contempt actions. Founded by Carlos Lopes, the firm is recognized for its courtroom tenacity, honest legal advice, and one-on-one client support. Additional services include Record Expungement, Juvenile Defense, and Protective Orders, ensuring comprehensive legal coverage in sensitive and high-stakes matters. Known for its strategic case handling, multilingual service, and accessibility, The Lopes Law Firm emphasizes results-driven advocacy. Located at 235 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 400, Atlanta, GA 30303, consultations can be scheduled by calling (404) 589-9000.
The Church Law Firm, located at Centennial Tower, 101 Marietta Street NW Suite 3300, Atlanta, GA 30303, represents clients in serious federal criminal cases, constitutional law matters, and whistleblower protection with attorneys recognized as top trial lawyers. The firm, reachable at (404) 223-3310, specializes in federal crimes with a track record of winning against government prosecution in cases involving tax fraud, labor trafficking, money laundering, child pornography, and drug trafficking charges. Recent successes include obtaining dismissals for clients falsely charged with human trafficking and money laundering, overturning sentences after proving prosecutorial breaches, and securing probation instead of prison time in federal child pornography cases. The practice handles complex constitutional law and civil litigation matters, protecting whistleblowers from retaliation while fighting for clients’ rights in high-stakes federal cases across the United States. Cannabis law representation includes defending against marijuana trafficking charges and Delta-8 prosecution, with the firm successfully obtaining injunctions preventing district attorneys from prosecuting hemp-related cases. With bilingual services available in Spanish, the firm takes on only the most serious federal cases, providing personalized attention and leveraging extensive experience to help clients avoid substantial liability or prison time through strategic defense, compassionate release motions, and aggressive pre-trial negotiations.
Ebron Law Firm LLC provides criminal defense and family law services from 4139 Columbia Road Suite C, Martinez, GA 30907, where attorney Melody M. Ebron advocates for clients throughout the Augusta area. Melody brings unique perspective from her experience as both a public defender and Georgia Legal Services staff attorney, handling criminal matters ranging from DUI and suspended license violations to drug charges and more complex felony prosecutions. The firm defends clients against domestic violence allegations, theft crimes, assault and battery, juvenile offenses, and various misdemeanor and felony charges in Richmond and Columbia County courts. Having worked in the Augusta Judicial Circuit Public Defender’s Office, Melody understands how prosecutors build cases and uses this knowledge to develop effective defense strategies. Available at (706) 955-6187, the practice emphasizes genuine concern for clients’ wellbeing while fighting for favorable resolutions in criminal matters. Melody’s background includes a political science degree from Valdosta State and a criminal justice master’s degree, providing comprehensive understanding of the justice system. As a member of the Augusta Conference of African American Attorneys, Georgia Association of Black Attorneys, and Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, she maintains strong professional networks throughout the legal community. The firm treats clients as more than case numbers, providing personalized advocacy focused on achieving the best possible outcomes.
Patterson Moore Butler maintains offices at 213 Kelly Mill Road in Cumming, GA 30040 and 500 Highway 53 in Dawsonville, GA 30534, serving Forsyth and Dawson Counties with experienced legal representation. The firm’s partners include Jennifer D. Patterson specializing in contested divorce and family law mediation, Tracy Ann Moore-Grant focusing on uncontested divorce and prenuptial agreements, E. Logan Butler handling criminal defense and DUI cases, and E. Lauren Ducharme practicing family law and divorce mediation. Their criminal defense services cover DUI, drug possession, domestic violence, BUI (boating under the influence), administrative license suspensions, temporary protective orders, probation violations, juvenile defense, student defense, and traffic tickets. The attorneys work as former prosecutors, bringing insider knowledge to develop winning legal strategies while maintaining familiarity with local court procedures and personnel. Family law services include contested, uncontested, and amicable divorce options, child custody and support matters, paternity cases, and prenuptial agreements. The firm also provides estate planning, probate administration, civil litigation, bankruptcy, business law, and mediation services as cost-effective alternatives to traditional court proceedings. Available at 770-702-0206 Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Patterson Moore Butler combines decades of experience with personalized attention to achieve the best outcomes for valued clients.
Thomas C. Nagel Attorney at Law practices from 5855 Sandy Springs Cir #150, Atlanta, GA 30328, providing criminal defense and personal injury representation throughout Georgia with over 25 years of experience. AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell, Mr. Nagel offers 24/7 availability and free confidential consultations at 404-255-1600 for those facing criminal charges or police investigations. The practice handles DUI defense including per se and less safe charges, with critical 10-day deadlines for license hearings, juvenile crimes in both Juvenile and Superior Courts, theft offenses ranging from misdemeanors to felonies, drug crimes with penalties varying by schedule classification, and serious traffic violations. Attorney Nagel brings thousands of hours of courtroom experience throughout Georgia, understanding local judges and prosecutors while identifying weaknesses in the State’s case through thorough investigation and aggressive advocacy. The firm represents clients in courts across Fulton, Cobb, Gwinnett, DeKalb, and Cherokee Counties, including Atlanta, Sandy Springs, Roswell, Marietta, and surrounding municipalities. Defense strategies include challenging procedural violations, illegal stops, constitutional rights violations, and Georgia’s stand your ground law for appropriate cases. With expertise spanning violent crimes, property crimes, and driver’s license restoration matters, Thomas C. Nagel provides superior service with day and night availability for clients’ questions and concerns.
Russell Walker Law Firm operates from 902 Carroll Street, Perry, GA 31069, providing criminal defense, personal injury, wrongful death, criminal appeals, habeas corpus, and general civil litigation services throughout Georgia. The two-attorney firm features Russell K. Walker, a 2003 Mercer Law School graduate and former Houston County prosecutor, who opened his practice in 2008 specializing exclusively in criminal defense and criminal appeals with emphasis on trial work. Brian E. Brupbacher, a 2012 Mercer Law School graduate and published member of Mercer Law Review, successfully argued Jackson v. State before the Georgia Supreme Court in 2017, overturning a felony conviction and establishing new law. Together the attorneys bring over thirty years of combined litigation experience, with Russell having successfully tried numerous felony and misdemeanor cases and Brian serving as second chair in multiple successful felony acquittals. The firm is admitted to practice in Georgia Supreme Court, Georgia Court of Appeals, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, U.S. District Courts for Georgia, and all state trial courts. Their philosophy centers on client success, providing personal attention with attorneys directly accessible by phone and in-person meetings throughout case proceedings. The practice handles matters statewide, maintaining commitment to professionalism, courtesy, and winning outcomes for clients. Contact (478) 224-0224 for consultation Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm.
Holloway Law Group, located at 191 Roswell Street NE, Marietta, GA 30060, provides criminal defense representation throughout Cobb County and North Metro Atlanta jurisdictions. Attorney Philip Holloway brings extensive trial experience defending clients against DUI charges, felony accusations, misdemeanor offenses, and serious criminal allegations requiring aggressive advocacy. The firm handles drug possession cases, trafficking charges, assault accusations, family violence matters, theft crimes, and probation violations threatening incarceration. Holloway represents students facing disciplinary proceedings, professionals confronting licensing issues, and individuals accused of murder, armed robbery, carjacking, and violent felonies. Contact at 770-428-2433 for free consultations addressing criminal charges in Marietta, Acworth, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and throughout Cobb, Cherokee, and Fulton counties. The practice defends clients against white collar crimes, sex offenses, juvenile delinquency charges, and traffic violations impacting driving privileges and employment opportunities. Nationally recognized for legal expertise, Holloway appears regularly as legal analyst on Fox News, CNN, HLN providing commentary while maintaining active criminal defense practice. Former prosecutor experience enables effective negotiation strategies, pretrial motion practice, and jury trial advocacy protecting clients’ freedom throughout Georgia’s criminal justice system.
Cohen & Hirsch Criminal Defense in Atlanta, Georgia offers focused defense representation with over 30 years of experience, serving clients charged with a wide range of criminal offenses in metro Atlanta. The firm exclusively practices Criminal Defense, including DUI, drug charges, theft, assault, battery, white-collar crimes, domestic violence, probation violations, juvenile offenses, and weapons charges, offering detailed trial preparation and effective negotiation. Led by attorneys Andy Cohen and David Hirsch, both seasoned defense lawyers with prosecutorial backgrounds, the firm provides strategic legal plans tailored to each client’s situation. Additional services include Expungements, Bond Hearings, and Appeals, ensuring a full defense strategy from arrest through resolution. Known for direct attorney access and responsive client communication, Cohen & Hirsch is committed to protecting rights at every stage. Located at 750 Hammond Drive, Building 16, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30328, the office can be reached at (404) 919-7096.