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Fulton County Criminal Defense Attorneys

Facing Charges? We’ve Got Your Back.
What should I do if I’m charged in Fulton County?

If you’re arrested in Fulton County, act fast. The system moves quickly, and early decisions matter. Our team at J. Ryan Brown Law helps you understand your options, protect your rights, and build a plan that puts you back in control.

At J. Ryan Brown Law, we represent people throughout Fulton County — from downtown Atlanta to College Park, East Point, Sandy Springs, and beyond. If you’re facing criminal charges, we step in fast, take control, and start shifting the pressure. The system doesn’t wait — and neither do we.

Criminal Defense in Fulton County

The moment you’re arrested, the odds start stacking up against you. Our job is to flip that script.

Facing charges in Fulton County means navigating one of Georgia’s busiest — and toughest — court systems. Whether your case is in Atlanta Municipal Court or headed for trial at Fulton Superior, you need more than just a lawyer. You need a strategist, a fighter, and a team that knows how to work a case in a high-pressure environment.

We Defend Against a Wide Range of Criminal Charges:

  • Felony and Misdemeanor Charges — Including drug offenses, gun charges, assault, theft, and obstruction
  • DUI Charges — First offenses, refusals, repeat DUIs, and felony DUI involving injury
  • Drug Offenses — Possession, trafficking, intent to distribute, prescription-related charges
  • Violent Crimes — Aggravated assault, domestic violence, armed robbery, manslaughter, murder
  • Sex Offenses — Rape, sexual battery, child molestation, solicitation, computer exploitation
  • Juvenile Defense — Protecting the future of teens and young adults charged with serious offenses
  • Probation Violations — Missed check-ins, new charges, failed drug tests, or absconding
  • Post-Conviction Relief — Appeals, motions for new trial, sentence reductions, habeas petitions

The District Attorney’s office in Fulton County takes an aggressive posture in serious criminal cases — so we push back harder. We don’t wait for an offer. We put the pressure on early and force the state to prove every single claim they’ve made.

Fulton County Superior Court
Handles felony criminal cases in Georgia’s busiest court system.
  • Address 136 Pryor St SW, Atlanta, GA 30303
  • Hours Mon–Fri, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Phone (404) 612-4518
Carroll County Superior Court
Handles felonies and serious criminal matters in Carroll County.
  • Address 311 Newnan St, Carrollton, GA 30117
  • Hours Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Phone (770) 830-5830
Coweta County Superior Court
Presides over felony charges and major criminal cases.
  • Address 72 Greenville St, Newnan, GA 30263
  • Hours Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Phone (770) 254-2695
Heard County Superior Court
Handles felony-level criminal cases and grand jury indictments.
  • Address 215 E Court Sq, Franklin, GA 30217
  • Hours Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Phone (706) 675-3301
Meriwether County Superior Court
Oversees serious criminal cases for Meriwether County.
  • Address 100 Court Sq, Greenville, GA 30222
  • Hours Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Phone (706) 672-3214
Troup County Superior Court
Handles felony prosecutions and criminal court matters.
  • Address 100 Ridley Ave, LaGrange, GA 30240
  • Hours Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Phone (706) 883-1740

Why Clients in Fulton County Trust J. Ryan Brown Law

We’re not trying to keep up with the system. We’re here to disrupt it.

We Shift the Balance the Moment We Step In

Prosecutors, opposing counsel, and insurance adjusters notice when we take on a case — because it changes the energy. We don’t beg for leniency or settlements. We build leverage and force the other side to work harder than they planned for.

We Focus on Strategy, Not Volume

We’re not a mill. We’re a firm built on precision, preparation, and pressure. That means fewer cases, more attention, and better outcomes for the people we represent — especially when the stakes are high.

We Stay Ready for a Fight — Because That’s What It Takes

In Fulton County, nothing is handed to you. You have to fight for it. We file early, investigate thoroughly, and execute strategically. Whether you’re facing prison time or financial ruin, we bring everything we’ve got to protect what matters most to you.

Where We Handle Cases in Fulton County

We represent clients in every major court across Fulton County, including:

Fulton County Superior Court

136 Pryor Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30303
(Handles all felony criminal cases and major civil litigation)

Fulton County State Court

185 Central Avenue SW, Atlanta, GA 30303
(Misdemeanors, DUI, traffic offenses, and civil matters)

Fulton County Magistrate Court

160 Pryor Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30303
(Warrants, first appearances, small claims, and bond hearings)

Municipal Courts Throughout the County:

  • Atlanta Municipal Court – 150 Garnett St SW, Atlanta, GA 30303
  • Sandy Springs Municipal Court
  • East Point Municipal Court
  • College Park Municipal Court
  • Hapeville Municipal Court
  • Union City Municipal Court

Whether your case is in a downtown courtroom or a small municipal court, we show up prepared and ready to make an impact.

Areas Served

Bibb County

  • Macon-Bibb
  • Payne City

Carroll County

  • Carrollton
  • Villa Rica
  • Bremen
  • Temple
  • Bowdon
  • Mount Zion
  • Whitesburg
  • Roopville

Coweta County

  • Newnan
  • Grantville
  • Haralson
  • Moreland
  • Palmetto
  • Senoia
  • Sharpsburg
  • Turin

Fulton County

  • Atlanta
  • Sandy Springs
  • Roswell
  • Johns Creek
  • Alpharetta
  • Milton
  • East Point
  • College Park
  • Fairburn
  • Hapeville
  • Mountain Park
  • Palmetto
  • South Fulton
  • Union City
  • Chattahoochee Hills

Glynn County

  • Brunswick
  • Jekyll Island
  • Saint Simons

Spalding County

  • Griffin
  • Sunny Side
  • Locust Grove
  • Williamson
  • Hampton
  • Brooks

We Serve Clients Across All of Fulton County

If you’re dealing with criminal charges in any of the following cities or areas, we’re ready to help:

  • Atlanta
  • Sandy Springs
  • College Park
  • East Point
  • South Fulton
  • Fairburn
  • Union City
  • Hapeville
  • Alpharetta (Fulton portion)
  • Johns Creek (Fulton portion)
  • Palmetto (Fulton portion)

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Don’t Let the System Control the Outcome — Control It First

In Fulton County, things move fast — and they hit hard. But with the right legal team, you don’t have to be the one taking the punches.

Whether you’re up against a felony indictment or trying to recover after an accident, you don’t get a second chance to get this right. What you do now matters. Who you hire matters more.

At J. Ryan Brown Law, we help clients take back control — with a clear strategy, aggressive representation, and a level of preparation that forces the other side to take notice.

Offices Serving Fulton County

  1. Ryan Brown Law
    60 Salbide Avenue

Newnan, GA 30263
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You Only Get One Shot at This — Let’s Make It Count

Facing criminal charges? You get one chance to do this right.

At J. Ryan Brown Law, we’ve helped people across Fulton County turn the tables and take their future back. If you’re ready to fight for yours, we’re ready to lead that fight — starting now.

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