What Sets Us Apart

  • Board Certified in DUI Defense: One of the very first few lawyers in the country to achieve this distinction in 1999 -- and is still one of only four in the State of Georgia.
  • We Are Not Plea Lawyers: We treat every single case we handle as if it is going all the way to a jury trial, and we're prepared to do just that.
  • Georgia Super Lawyer ® : One of only two lawyers in Georgia to be selected by his peers every year -- year after year -- in DUI/DWI defense.
  • Highest Peer-Reviewed Rating: Rated "AV" by Martindale-Hubbell® -- Rated "10.0" by Avvo™ -- Voted "DUI LAWYER OF THE YEAR" in Georgia.
  • Each Client is Represented by an Entire Team of Lawyers: Although one lawyer is designated as the lead counsel, all the lawyers at the firm collaborate on the trial strategy for the case.
  • DUI Defense Is All We Do: We don't handle divorce or personal injury; not even other criminal cases -- just DUI and related serious traffic offenses such as Vehicular Homicide.

The Best Attorney for Your Case

Charges of drunk driving in Atlanta must be taken very seriously—they carry severe penalties that include heavy fines, jail time, license suspension, and a criminal record.  Regardless of your innocence, anyone charged with driving under the influence needs to retain a qualified DUI attorney in Georgia to ensure the best results for the case.

What to look for in an Atlanta, Georgia DUI attorney

All Atlanta DUI attorneys are not created equal.  The best Atlanta, Georgia DUI attorneys for your case have exceptional skills and experience defending this specialized type of case.  You should look for the following attributes when interviewing drunk driving attorneys:

  • A special DUI focus:  When the practice of an Atlanta, Georgia drunk driving attorney focuses primarily on DUI defense, you can be assured that he or she is up-to-date on new laws and precedents that can be valuable in your defense.  Attorneys who practice many areas of the law may not have the same knowledge base when it comes to Georgia drunk driving accidents.  Don't let this hurt your Georgia DUI Defense case.
  • High success rate:  Look for a DUI attorney in Georgia who has represented many clients and has a high rate of achieving acquittals.
  • Strong understanding of defendant rights:  A successful defense is often created when police do not follow the legal process, usurping the rights of a defendant.  A skilled Georgia drunk driving attorney analyzes your case looking for any indiscretion that may tip the scale in your favor.
  • Specialized resources:  All the best DUI attorneys in Georgia have a variety of resources readily available for their clients.  Your attorney should have resources on hand to investigate cases, provide expert witnesses in court, and even offer counseling services for clients and their families.
  • Good communication skills:  Every DUI attorney in Atlanta must be able to communicate clearly so clients can understand their options and make appropriate decisions.  Equally important, the attorney must listen and understand what their clients say to them.
  • Compassion:  The best Georgia drunk driving attorneys recognize that facing DUI charges can be frightening.  They know how to put their clients at ease to alleviate the stress.

Contact our Board Certified DUI attorneys in Georgia

The Chestney Law Firm has one of the few attorneys in Georgia who is Board Certified in DUI defense.  If you face Georgia DUI charges, you need an experienced local DUI attorney who knows how to fight these cases.  Whether you know you are innocent, or even if you feel you cannot avoid conviction, contact the Chestney Law Firm today at 404-816-8777 for the experienced support you need for your case. 

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  • "I was charged with a DUI in Athens, GA. … Because of Skip's dedication and abilities in the courtroom I was found not guilty."
    -- H.C.
  • "Hands down . . . Best DUI Lawyer in Atlanta"
    -- J.W., Alpharetta, GA
  • "Most thorough and professional representation I have ever received by an attorney."
    -- M.J., Atlanta, GA
  • "I would never engage anyone else for a DUI case."
    -- P.K., Cumming, GA