The Law Office of Richard Lawson is the premier DUI defense firm in the State of Georgia. Richard's rankings and reviews on AVVO, an attorney rating site, are second to none and show why he is the top-rated Georgia DUI defense attorney.
He has been handling DUI cases and other traffic related offenses for over 30 years. Trained as a prosecutor by the very same agencies that are prosecuting you, he has an insight into the State's case that most other attorneys cannot offer. Â Familiarity with local judges, prosecutors and practices allow him to negotiate plea agreements other lawyers could never get. If the case cannot be settled, his office will take your case to jury trial.Â
His trial experience ensures you will have the most effective, zealous advocate standing by your side throughout the entire ordeal of having a criminal offense pending against you. Whether plea bargain, motion or trial, Richard will make sure that you get the best possible outcome.Â
Many DUI defense attorneys will do everything they can to convince you to accept a plea agreement.  We assume every client is innocent and do not hold any preconceived notions about your case. The decision to fight your case, settle it, or seek an alternative punishment is always your decision. Our office is your advocate while you make your decision considering what is in your best interest.
Our attention to detail, our open lines of communication with our clients, and our belief that each of our clients deserves the best possible defense led to our overwhelming success in DUI defense.
More importantly, our attorneys care about you and know how much a good outcome means to you and your future. We understand this is one of the most pressing challenges of your life, and that is why we dedicate ourselves to your defense.
Some of our case results are listed below:
October 2013
The client was charged with DUI in Cherokee County Georgia. The arresting officer found the client asleep in his car with the motor running. As a result, he was technically in physical control of a motor vehicle. In addition, the client had driven almost an hour from the airport before pulling... Read On
September 2013
The client was charged with a 4th DUI, assault on a police officer, and was facing at least 6 months in jail in Cobb County, GA. Upon the attorney's recommendation, the client went into an in-patient treatment program and was able to show he had truly been rehabilitated. When the court date arr... Read On
August 2013
The client was facing a second DUI. He works in the beer and wine industry and a second DUI would cause him to most certainly lose his job. His DUI case was due to a refusal to submit to testing and was pending in Dunwoody Municipal Court. As a result, the client faced a 12 month hard suspensi... Read On
August 2013
The client was a foreign national from Japan and was charged with DUI in Dawson County GA. He was confused with the procedures and ended up refusing testing. After his arrest he was originally offered to plea guilty to the DUI. After much persistence, the District Attorney's officer finally of... Read On
August 2013
The client was arrested for a third DUI and was facing 60 days in jail. There were no apparent defenses to the case and it then became a damage control operation. The key was the find a way for the client to move on with his life with the least amount of consequences. The client did community ... Read On
October 2013
The client was charged in Cobb County State Court with DUI Marijuana. The attorney was able to convince the prosecutor to completely dismiss the DUI charge. In exchange, the client plead, under the conditional discharge stature, to possession of marijuana. The great benefit to this plea is that... Read On
October 2013
The client was charged with DUI and Fleeing and Eluding. Kimberly Berry was the attorney. The evidence involved Smyrna Police following the client from a bar.  When blue lights were turned on, the client did not pull over, but drove to his hotel. The Cobb County Police responded and the clien... Read On
When you are arrested for DUI in Georgia, finding the right Lawyer is Job #1. At the Law Offices of Richard S. Lawson we will investigate your case and find the best possible legal defense to your DUI in Georgia. You are in good hands with Richard Lawson and his associates. We will work tirelessly to help you while compassionately holding your hand throughout the entire DUI Defense Process.
At the Law Office of Richard S. Lawson, we have offices conveniently located throughout metro Atlanta and throughout Georgia. If we do not have a convenient office, we will come to you. We practice throughout Metro Atlanta and North Georgia. If your case is in an area we do not serve, we will find you an attorney in your area free of charge. Our office is part of a State-wide network of Georgia DUI Lawyers. Contact us 24/7 for immediate legal help. Our attorneys are standing by. Your DUI Case will not defend itself. Your Best Georgia DUI Defense Begins Here!
