The Bulldog Firm
“My husband was recently in an accident and from the moment I called they were there for me.”
Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Alpharetta, GA
15 firms listed · 5 in Alpharetta · 3 open 24/7 · 4 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 21, 2026
Charlton & Glover
“I have used this office for several legal matters and as always they have made me feel 100% comfortable and confident that I have received the best advice and service.”
Law Office of J Thomas Salata
“Salata provided excellent legal counsel for me as a working mother going through divorce.”
Scott N.G. Childress, Attorney at Law
“He knows his way around and has lots of experience.”
Brian Hansford Law
“I just followed their directions and couldn't ask for a better outcome.”
Hawkins Spizman
“He communicated clearly each detail and everything I needed to expect before entering the court, making me feel assured that he's got this.”
The 15 firms listed for Alpharetta, GA defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Alpharetta, GA
5 of the 15 firms we list are based in Alpharetta; the other 10 serve Alpharetta from towns including Atlanta (23 mi), Roswell (5 mi) and Duluth (8 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 885 reviews; 10 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (97%), responsiveness (88%) and quality (82%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "knowledge" and "communication". 3 are open around the clock and 4 are open on weekends. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are family law (4), domestic violence (3), personal injury (3), assault (2) and criminal defense (2). 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 10 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1999. 3 offer urgent consultations and 6 offer a free initial consultation. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.
Are criminal law firms listed for Alpharetta open on Saturdays or Sundays?
4 of the 15 firms on this page list hours on a Saturday or a Sunday. Arrests keep no office hours, so the more useful question is whether a firm answers its phone for a custody call at night. Ask that directly when you call, and ask who picks up.
Melanie Ellwanger, Attorney at Law
“We were so pleased with Melanie's representation and guidance when my son got a "super speeder" speeding ticket.”
A Salmon Firm
“The attorneys and support staff are willing to go the extra mile to do whatever it takes to lend assistance when possible, and take the time to get to know not only your situation but you as well.”
Chancoschiffer Law
“They were responsive to my requests and took the time to keep me informed throughout the process despite the pandemic.”
Ghanouni Teen & Young Adult Defense Firm
“Never made empty promises, always kept it real by explaining the process, and the many different possibilities of outcome.”
Hall LAW Office
“From the first interaction he was very honest about the outcome of my situation and delivered everything he mentioned.”
Lawson and Berry Attorneys at Law
“His prompt responses, even at odd hours of the night, truly made a difference in my situation and gave me peace of mind.”
Turner & Bowerman
“A very no-nonsense law firm who puts their clients needs before their own.”
Elena Quinde
“Highly recommend Elena , finally I have received the disposition from County court that I was expecting .”
Banks, Stubbs & McFarland
“I had never been through anything like this and they guided me the entire way!”
Why these companies made our list
What clients say about firms in and near Alpharetta
- “Brian, Erin and Keith have all been a pleasure to work with, they made sure they kept me updated on my case constantly and never left me in the dark.” — client of Brian Hansford Law
- “My experience with the lawyer Elena was most pleasant, she clarified all the doubts I had about the divorce process that I am about to begin.” — client of Elena Quinde
- “Their expertise and strategic approach resulted in a favorable plea deal for me.” — client of Banks, Stubbs & McFarland
Excerpts from public reviews of the firms listed on this page.
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