Juvenile Law Lawyer in Atlanta, Georgia
Legal Matters Involving Juveniles
If you are under 18 years of age and are charged with a crime, the chances are good that you will not be tried in adult court. Most crimes committed by children aged 5-17 are handled in juvenile court under different rules from those that apply to adults. Another aspect of juvenile law is known as deprivation, which refers to a child who is neglected, abused or left without proper parental control.
Personal Attention and Honest Advice
At my Peachtree City, Georgia, law firm, I handle both aspects of juvenile law. Whether you are a juvenile charged with a criminal offense or a parent whose child may be removed from the home, you have rights. Clients of the Tierney Law Firm receive personal attention and vigorous advocacy.
Contact my law office today online or by telephone at 866-754-3070 to learn how I can be your advocate in a juvenile matter or defend you in a deprivation hearing. I serve clients in the Atlanta area from my law office in Peachtree City.
An attorney since 1990, I know that legal matters involving children can be contentious and emotional for all the parties involved. You will find me to be both sympathetic and straightforward; I listen carefully to clients and their families and give them honest information about the juvenile justice system and the process they face.
Examples of Juvenile Cases
Having the right lawyer can make the difference between a favorable outcome and a disaster for yourself or your child. I handle juvenile crime cases involving matters such as these:
- Drug crimes
- Underage drinking/DUI
- Designated felonies, such as assault
- Juvenile traffic offenses and license revocation hearings
- School disciplinary hearings
I also defend against deprivation petitions that involve allegations of unfit parenting because of drug use, sexual abuse, mental illness, criminal activity or other grounds. I represent parents at hearings held to determine whether the court should appoint guardians at litem, place a child in foster care or grant custody to a relative (often a grandparent). In all legal matters related to children, I am sensitive to the concerns of parents and young people while advocating vigorously for their rights.
Contact My Law Office
Who you choose as your attorney can make a difference. Contact me toll-free at 866-754-3070 or send an e-mail to schedule an appointment.
