Business Details
Trusted Criminal Defense & Family Law Attorneys in Canton, GA
Grisham, Poole & Carlile, P.C is a premier law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation in criminal defense, DUI, divorce, and family law. With offices in Cherokee County and Pickens County, Georgia, our team of experienced attorneys brings decades of combined legal expertise to every case. We specialize in navigating complex legal challenges, including litigation, negotiation, mediation, and trial representation, while maintaining a client-focused approach.Our attorneys, including former prosecutors and seasoned family law specialists, prioritize transparent communication, detailed billing statements, and flexible payment options to ensure clients receive personalized and accessible legal solutions. We serve clients across Bartow, Cherokee, Cobb, Dawson, Fannin, Forsyth, Gilmer, Gordon, Lumpkin, Murray, Pickens, Union, and White counties, combining local knowledge with a reputation for quality and excellence in legal advocacy.
Services
Criminal Defense
DUI Defense
Divorce Law
Family Law
Felony Charges
Misdemeanor Defense
Post-Conviction Services
Legal Consultation
Court Representation
Legal Mediation
Highlights and features
- We offer expert representation in criminal defense, DUI, and family law with decades of combined experience.
- Our client-focused approach ensures personalized communication and transparent billing practices.
- Flexible payment options make quality legal services accessible to clients in northern Georgia.
- Our team includes former prosecutors with deep knowledge of the justice system.
- We serve 13 counties, combining local expertise with a proven track record of success.
What people say
Landslide victory
Exceptional legal representation
Best lawyer I've ever hired
Made a difficult process easier
Invaluable asset during divorce
Services
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense attorneys represent clients facing DUI, misdemeanor, felony, and federal charges. We provide strategic legal solutions for pre-trial negotiations, courtroom representation, and post-conviction appeals. Our team leverages deep knowledge of Georgia's legal system to protect clients' rights and minimize penalties through tailored defense strategies.
DUI Defense
Specialized DUI defense services include challenging arrest procedures, license revocation hearings, and reducing charges. We focus on Georgia's 30-Day Rule compliance, evidence review, and courtroom advocacy to prevent convictions from impacting clients' records. Our attorneys address all DUI-related penalties, including license suspension and insurance implications.
Divorce Law
We handle contested and uncontested divorces, high-asset divorces, and mediated divorce processes. Our services include legal separation, child custody arrangements, spousal support modifications, and post-divorce enforcement. We prioritize minimizing conflict while protecting clients' financial and parental rights through negotiation or litigation.
Family Law
Our family law practice covers divorce modifications, legitimation/paternity cases, grandparent rights, and child custody disputes. We provide strategic guidance for changing custody agreements, enforcing visitation rights, and resolving complex family legal matters with a focus on clients' long-term stability and children's best interests.
Felony Charges
We defend clients against severe felony charges including drug trafficking, violent crimes, and white-collar offenses. Our approach includes evidence analysis, witness preparation, and sentencing mitigation strategies. We challenge prosecutorial overreach and work to reduce charges or penalties while preserving clients' civil rights and future opportunities.
People
Ross David Grisham
Attorney - Partner
Ross Grisham is a criminal defense expert and former prosecutor with extensive experience navigating Georgia's justice system. He focuses on DUI defense, felony charges, and post-conviction appeals, leveraging his prosecutorial background to develop effective defense strategies for clients in Cherokee County and beyond.
Scott Thomas Poole
Attorney - Partner
Scott Poole specializes in criminal defense with a track record of success in complex cases. As a former prosecutor, he combines strategic insight with aggressive advocacy to protect clients' rights across DUI, felony, and misdemeanor charges in northern Georgia jurisdictions.
Stacy Crittenden
Attorney
Stacy Crittenden focuses on family law with expertise in divorce proceedings, child custody, and spousal support. Her practice emphasizes compassionate representation while maintaining rigorous legal standards for clients navigating complex domestic legal matters in Cherokee County.
Catie Blackwell
Attorney - Associate
Catie Blackwell handles divorce, child custody, criminal defense, and estate planning. She provides comprehensive legal solutions for clients facing family law disputes, juvenile cases, and misdemeanor/felony charges while maintaining a client-centered approach to case management.
Questions
What should I do immediately after a DUI arrest in Georgia?
Contact Grisham & Poole, P.C. immediately to address Georgia's 30-Day Rule for license protection. We'll review evidence, challenge procedural errors, and develop a defense strategy to prevent conviction and license revocation.
How do I choose the right divorce attorney in Cherokee County?
Look for attorneys with family law expertise, transparent billing, and local court knowledge. Our firm offers low-conflict approaches, contested divorce experience, and personalized case management for optimal outcomes.
Can I modify child custody arrangements after divorce?
Yes, we handle divorce modifications for changing custody, visitation, or support requirements. Our attorneys demonstrate how life changes (income, residence, etc.) justify modifying existing agreements while protecting children's best interests.
What are the consequences of felony charges in Georgia?
Felony convictions carry minimum 1-year prison sentences, fines, and long-term civil rights loss. Our defense team challenges evidence, negotiates plea deals, and develops mitigation strategies to minimize penalties and protect future opportunities.
How does your firm handle post-conviction appeals?
We analyze trial records for legal errors, prepare appellate briefs, and represent clients in higher courts. Our experience includes appeals for wrongful convictions, sentencing errors, and probation violation disputes across northern Georgia.
