Family Law

• Divorce
• Child Custody and Visitation
  Notably, the Family Violence Act provides specific protections to those who have been abused. The law handles matters of child custody, financial support, and other matters that must be addressed in domestic violence situations. This law means that those who are accused of domestic violence may not be facing only criminal charges—they could lose their right to see their children.

Criminal Law

• Criminal Defense
  Abt Law Firm, LLC provides criminal defense for nearly every kind of criminal charge under Georgia law. Our Atlanta criminal attorney is also licensed to defend clients in federal court.
• DUI/DWI
  On the other hand, state crimes are offenses that violate laws set by the Georgia State legislature, which are tried in a state–not federal–court. Offenses such as burglary, assault and battery, murder or DUI might be considered state crimes in Georgia.
• Sex Crimes
  There’s no getting around it: being accused of a sex crime means that your entire future is on the line. Punishments for sex crimes are often severe and permanent. Those convicted of sex crimes continue to pay long after they have completed their sentence. Sex crimes stay on your record and follow you to every opportunity that you pursue. If you have been convicted of a sex crime, you must receive help from an experienced Atlanta sex crime attorney.
• Fraud
  Credit Card Fraud — this is the process of obtaining goods by using another person’s credit card information and obtaining unauthorized funds from an account. Credit card fraud is punishable by a fine of no more than $5,000 and 1-3 years of prison.
• Robbery
  If you or someone you know has been arrested for theft or robbery in the state of Georgia, you need to know your rights. The Abt Law Firm, LLC, is experienced in handling theft and robbery cases throughout the state of Georgia. We have over 26 years of experience helping those accused of crimes in Atlanta.
• Burglary
  Burglary: This crime is committed when a person unlawfully enters or remains in a structure with the intent to commit a felony or theft therein. A person convicted of first-degree burglary may be sentenced to 1 to 20 years in prison. A second-degree burglary conviction may result in imprisonment for 1 to 5 years.
• White Collar Crimes
  White collar crimes are when a person commits a crime characterized by deceit, concealment, or violation of trust that are not dependent on the application of physical force or violence. The motivation behind these crimes is financial gain. Whether it is to obtain or avoid losing money, property, or to secure a personal advantage.
• Theft
• Misdemeanors
  The term “wobbler” is popularly used to describe crimes that can be charged as either a misdemeanor or a felony. Wobbler crimes are notable because having a competent Atlanta felony crimes lawyer handle your case could mean the difference between a small charge and a lifelong burden. An attorney will fight to have a felony charge reduced to a misdemeanor whenever possible. Having the right lawyer might mean the difference between serving a prison sentence or paying a fine and doing community service.
• Embezzlement
• Drug Crimes
  In Georgia, drug trafficking is a felony offense that comes with harsh penalties. The exact prison sentence and fine you can face depend on the type and amount of drug involved. Regardless, having a drug crime conviction on your record and being subject to severe punishments can tremendously impact the course of your life. To increase your chances of obtaining an optimal result in your case and avoiding or minimizing penalties, it's best to pursue the matter with help from a seasoned Atlanta drug trafficking lawyer.
• Assault
  Aggravated assault: A person commits aggravated assault when they attempt to cause violent injury upon another or engage in conduct that produces this result. Additionally, they carried out the offense with the intent to murder, rape, or rob the other; by using a deadly weapon or dangerous object; or by firing a gun from a moving vehicle. Generally, a conviction may result in 1 to 20 years in prison. However, if aggravated factors were present at the time of the offense, the penalties may be enhanced.
• Murder
  Th floor apartment balcony. Mr. Abt and his team have a great deal of experience defending murder cases and were able to use forensic science to demonstrate to the D.A.’s office that there was no way to prosecute those charges. The Abt Law Firm, LLC argued that the man had jumped from the balcony, under the influence of drugs and committed suicide. All murder charges were dismissed prior to trial.
• Identity Theft
  Identity Theft — this is the deliberate use of someone else’s identity, usually as a method to gain a financial advantage or obtain credit or other benefits. Identity theft is a felony punishable by 1 to 10 years in jail, and a fine of up to $100,000 or both.
• Homicide
  Mr. Abt has successfully defended countless cases of vehicular homicide. Recently, he took on what seemed to be an impossible defense that many other lawyers had declined. The man was driving an 18 wheeler truck which struck and killed another motorist. Mr. Abt used scientific accident reconstruction, the “black box†from both vehicles and lot of legal work to ensure all charges against his client were ultimately dismissed.
• Arson
  Racketeering: The Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act provides that any person who participates in a pattern of racketeering for a criminal organization that affects interstate or foreign commerce may be charged with a federal crime. A “pattern of racketeering” includes a range of offenses, such as murder, kidnapping, gambling, arson, robbery, bribery, or dealing in controlled substances. A conviction may result in up to 20 years in prison and/or a fine.
• Shoplifting
• Forgery
  Georgia law has two separate classifications of forgery, both of which are felony offenses. The differences are as follows...
• Money Laundering
  Money Laundering — this is the process of hiding illegally obtained money, perhaps obtained through drug sales or other illegal transactions. In some cases, money laundering is dealt with federally if a bank is involved. It can carry a sentence of up to 20 years in prison.
• Kidnapping
  Kidnapping: If a person abducts another without lawful authority or permission, they may be charged with this offense. Depending on the circumstances, they could be sentenced to anywhere from 10 years to life in prison. In the most severe cases, the punishment is death.
• Manslaughter
  If you or a loved one have been accused of murder or manslaughter, get started on your defense by calling our Georgia murder defense lawyers. We will assess and analyze your case to craft a compelling and innovative strategy.
• Prostitution
  Sex crimes are varied in detail. Some involve rape and sexual battery while other sex crimes are cases involving prostitution.
• Extortion