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Criminal Lawyers of Fayette County

“Justice is our mission, fairness our commitment, and clients our priority.”

New Satellite Offices Opened!

At Ballard Law, we are Fayette Criminal Lawyers dedicated to defending your rights. Announcing the opening of satellite offices located at 260 Peachtree St NW, Suite 2200 Atlanta, GA 30303 and 470 Commerce Drive, Suite 108, Peachtree City, Georgia 30269.

Feeling Overwhelming? Our Criminal Defense Lawyers Can Help.

Ballard Law Office has a long tradition of providing excellent representation for all ages accused of committing criminal violations. Furthermore, our criminal lawyers continue to protect the rights of those facing felony or misdemeanor charges throughout Metro Atlanta. These include charges related to traffic violations, DUI, vehicular homicide, drug charges, assault, battery, family violence, and theft.

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We do not shy away from difficult cases, additionally, we use our knowledge of the local courts (especially those in Fayette, Coweta, Henry, Spalding, and Pike Counties.) Our criminal defense lawyers help you achieve the best possible outcome for your case the facts and law allow. Skilled, accomplished, and experienced litigators, appellate counsel, and trial lawyers are here to help you. Thus, Ballard Law Office is ready and able to fight for you.

We help you navigate being falsely accused, overcharged, or manage fear overly harsh consequences. Likewise we will talk with you honestly about your case, identify ways criminal lawyers may be able to help, and zealously defend you in court.

Your best defense is a Criminal Defense Lawyer at Ballard Law Office!

Dedicated to Outstanding Service

Our main office is located in the heart of historic downtown Fayetteville, however we offer meetings by appointment only at each of our satellite offices in Atlanta and Peachtree City. We provide free initial consultations via telephone.

We are here for you! For questions, please call us a call today at (770) 461-4222.

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Criminal Defense

Serious Felonies and Vehicular HomicideMany people falsely assume that only “bad people” get arrested for major crimes. The reality is very different. Some people face felony charges stemming from...Learn More

DUI and Traffic ViolationsA significant part of our practice involves defending individuals accused of driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. This has become a...Learn More

Domestic ViolenceOne of the most common charges in our area involves allegations of family violence, also known as intimate partner violence, including stalking, cruelty to...Learn More

Drug Possession, Distribution, and TraffickingOne of our firm’s busiest practice areas involves defending individuals accused of possession of illegal drugs and drug-related objects. While some...Learn More

Juvenile Law and Criminal DefenseOur firm is well-equipped to defend parents, children and young adults facing a variety of delinquency accusations in juvenile court and other forums. We have...Learn More

Financial Crimes and TheftFinancial crimes can be simple or complex. However, all financial crimes are serious and require knowledgeable and skilled legal counsel. Our firm has helped...Learn More

Attorneys

David BallardManaging Partner

David S. Ballard is the managing partner for Ballard Law Office. A seasoned litigator and trial attorney, David represents adults and juveniles facing felony and misdemeanor criminal charges (including DUI) and individuals suffering serious personal injury as a result of others’ negligence...

Jin WhiteheadAssociate Attorney

Jin Whitehead is a criminal defense attorney whose practice and trial experience ranges from traffic charges to murder cases. She has an undergraduate degree in both political science and philosophy from Emory University and a Juris Doctorate from The University of Tulsa, College of Law. Jin is the...

Client Reviews

I highly recommend Mr. Ballard as his knowledge and expertise have been extremely helpful. He is personable and works hard to meet your expectations.

David Ballard has represented me in several cases and he has always represented me well. He informed me well of my options and helped get the most favorable outcome in my case. Highly recommend this office to anyone who needs a very knowledgeable and fair attorney.

Katie Nalley

Fantastic law firm that genuinely cares about its clients. Everyone I spoke with followed through step-by-step and addressed any concerns that I had. I sincerely appreciate everyone’s efforts and assistance. Couldn’t recommend them enough!

Melinda Fancher

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