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Find Criminal Defense Lawyers Near You in Athens, GA

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19 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Athens, GA
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Showing 19 criminal defense lawyers in Athens, GA Listings are displayed in no particular order and are not ranked by BeforeAttorney. Order does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement of any attorney.
The Law Office of R. Douglas Lenhardt, LLC
1280 W Broad St, Athens, GA 30606
(706) 369-5433 lenhardtlaw.com
Swingle Levin, LLC
380 Meigs St, Athens, GA 30601
(706) 703-2617 swinglelevin.com
The Law Office of Kim Stephens
1143 Prince Ave, Athens, GA 30606
(706) 548-3933 athens-lawfirm.com
Green Paralegal Services
1127 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GA 30606
(706) 227-4294 greenandgreenatlaw.com
Western Circuit Public Defender
440 College Ave UNIT 220, Athens, GA 30601
(706) 369-6440 athenspublicdefender.com
Palmore & Boenig
575 Research Dr # C, Athens, GA 30605
(706) 549-6880 palmoreboenig.com
Slider Law
298 E Washington St, Athens, GA 30601
(706) 208-1514 slider.law
Victoria Smith Law, LLC
320 E Clayton St Suite 445, Athens, GA 30601
(706) 521-6284 victoriasmithlaw.com
Ryan Swingle Attorney at Law
244 E Washington St, Athens, GA 30601
(706) 989-9441 swinglelevin.com
Brian Cathey Law
125 S Milledge Ave Suite E, Athens, GA 30605
(706) 363-0821 briancatheylaw.com
Daniels & Rothman, P.C.
150 E Washington St, Athens, GA 30601
(706) 621-5166 danielsrothman.com
Law Offices of Adam M. Cain LLC
297 Prince Ave STE 24, Athens, GA 30601
(706) 206-7310 adamcainlaw.com
Law Offices of J. Lee Webb
1055 Prince Ave #2, Athens, GA 30606
(706) 705-5122 athenscriminallawyer.com
The Olson Law Office, LLC
220 College Ave Suite 616, Athens, GA 30601
(706) 559-4800 theolsonlawoffice.com
Law Office of James B. Cronon
269 N Jackson St # 5, Athens, GA 30601
(706) 395-2759 jbclawga.com
Cook & Tolley, LLP
304 E Washington St, Athens, GA 30601
(706) 549-6111 cooktolley.com
Leslie Spornberger Jones, LLC
264 N Jackson St, Athens, GA 30601
(706) 224-0321 lesliejoneslaw.com
David Crowe Law Offices
230 College Ave, Athens, GA 30601
(706) 549-0097 lawofficeofdavidcrowe.com
Jeffrey A. Rothman, Attorney at Law
150 E Washington St Suite B, Athens, GA 30601
(706) 208-1169 danielsrothman.com

What Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer in Athens Cost?

Typical costs for a criminal defense lawyer in Georgia range from $1,500 to $5,000 for a misdemeanor case and $5,000 to $20,000 or more for a felony case. Many attorneys charge a flat fee for simple cases or an hourly rate of $150 to $400. Costs depend on the charges, court location, and attorney experience. This is general information, not legal advice.

* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if I am arrested in Athens?
Remain silent and ask for a lawyer immediately. You have the right to an attorney under Georgia law. Do not make any statements until your lawyer is present.
How long does a criminal case take in Clarke County?
Timelines vary by case complexity. Misdemeanor cases may resolve in a few months, while felony cases can take a year or more. Georgia law requires a speedy trial within certain limits, but delays are common.