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Experienced Criminal Defense & DUI Attorneys in Statesboro, GA
The Brannen Law Office P.C has served clients in Georgia for over two decades, offering expert legal representation in criminal defense, DUI defense, and family law. As a former prosecutor and second-generation attorney, Scott Brannen combines extensive courtroom experience with personalized client care to achieve favorable outcomes. Our team prioritizes integrity, aggressive advocacy, and a deep understanding of the law to protect clients' rights and futures. Recognized with awards including the Avvo Clients Choice Award and a 9.4 Superb Avvo Rating, we are committed to transparency, ethical practices, and client education. With thousands of cases handled, including over 100 jury trials, our firm is a trusted leader in Bulloch County and surrounding areas.We specialize in navigating complex legal challenges, from DUI charges to family law disputes, while emphasizing compassionate support for individuals and families. Our dedication to excellence extends to college students facing legal issues, ensuring they receive guidance tailored to their unique circumstances. By focusing on both procedural expertise and individual client needs, we aim to minimize stress and maximize positive results. This approach has earned consistent praise from clients and recognition as the best criminal law office in Statesboro.
Services
Criminal Defense
DUI Defense
Family Law
College Student Representation
Appeals
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 24 years of specialized experience in Georgia criminal defense and family law.
- Our attorney is a former prosecutor who understands both sides of the legal system.
- We guarantee personalized attention to both case facts and individual client circumstances.
- Our team has secured thousands of successful case resolutions through negotiation and trial.
- We provide specialized support for college students facing campus disciplinary issues alongside legal charges.
Associations and certifications
- Avvo Clients Choice Award
- Avvo Top Rated
What people say
Genuinely cares
Compassion and kindness
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Amazing job results
Trustworthy representation
Services
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice handles all charges from misdemeanors to capital felonies. With former prosecutorial experience and over 100 jury trials, we challenge evidence, negotiate dismissals, and secure reduced sentences. Our Georgia-based representation covers drug offenses, violent crimes, and expungement options. We serve clients throughout Bulloch County and surrounding areas, focusing on protecting your rights while minimizing real-world consequences like employment impacts and immigration issues.
DUI Defense
Specializing in Georgia DUI defense, we handle first-time and repeat offenses including felony DUI. Our approach challenges field sobriety tests, breathalyzer accuracy, and procedural violations. We protect clients' driving privileges while addressing license suspension processes and alternative sentencing options. The firm's unique expertise in college student DUI cases ensures tailored support for academic and disciplinary consequences alongside criminal charges.
Family Law
Our family law services cover divorce, child custody, support, and adoption matters. We employ collaborative divorce strategies and courtroom advocacy to protect clients' parental rights and financial interests. The firm specializes in high-conflict custody disputes and military family law issues while emphasizing amicable resolutions where possible. Our long-standing local reputation helps navigate Georgia's family court system efficiently.
College Student Representation
We provide specialized legal support for college students facing criminal charges that could impact academic standing. Our representation includes coordination with Georgia Southern University and other institutions to address both court proceedings and student conduct code violations. We ensure students understand disciplinary processes while maintaining their educational opportunities through strategic plea bargaining and record sealing options.
Appeals
The firm handles appeals for criminal and family law cases, challenging unfavorable trial outcomes through higher court review. Our appellate practice focuses on procedural errors, evidentiary issues, and sentencing inconsistencies. With experience in Georgia appellate courts and federal appeals, we develop strategic arguments to reverse unjust verdicts while meeting strict filing deadlines and procedural requirements.
People
Walter Scott Brannen
Founder & Lead Attorney
Scott Brannen is a second-generation Georgia attorney with 24 years of legal experience, including 11 years as a prosecutor. He has tried over 100 jury trials ranging from misdemeanors to death penalty cases. Recognized with Avvo's 9.4 Superb Rating and Clients Choice Award, he specializes in criminal defense, DUI, and family law. A Statesboro native, he combines local court knowledge with aggressive advocacy to protect clients' futures.
Questions
What should I do immediately after a DUI arrest in Bulloch County?
Contact our office immediately to protect your rights. We'll explain Georgia's 30-day license appeal window and help challenge evidence while advising against self-incriminating statements during police interaction.
Can college students get special consideration for criminal charges?
Yes. We specialize in student defense, addressing both legal consequences and academic disciplinary processes to protect educational futures while navigating Georgia Southern and other institutions' policies.
What's the difference between DUI and MIP charges?
DUI involves impaired driving with BAC .08%+ (adults) while MIP applies to underage drivers with .02% BAC. Both carry license suspension risks, but require different defense strategies based on age and circumstances.
How do prior convictions affect current charges?
Georgia uses a 10-year lookback for DUI recidivism. Prior criminal records impact sentencing severity, but we challenge evidence and explore rehabilitation programs to minimize enhanced penalties.
Can you guarantee case dismissal?
No ethical attorney can guarantee outcomes, but our track record shows success in dismissing charges through motion practice, evidence suppression, and strategic negotiation with local prosecutors.
Do you handle out-of-state clients?
Yes. We regularly represent Georgians facing charges elsewhere and non-residents charged in Statesboro, coordinating remote consultations and court appearances while leveraging local legal knowledge.
