Family Law

• Divorce

Criminal Law

• Criminal Defense
  Joe Kunes was admitted to the Georgia Bar in 1972, and the Florida Bar in 1973. He is a past President and member of the Tifton Bar Association, member of the State Bar of Georgia, the State Bar of Florida, Georgia Trial Lawyers Association (Vice President in 2000), American Trial Lawyers Association (sustaining member), National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys, Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys, the National College for DUI Defense (NCDD), and the Georgia Defense of Drinking Drivers (DODD). He is a prior recipient of the student government award given by the Tifton college, Abraham Baldwin. He has been a guest speaker before law enforcement agencies, local civic clubs, and as a program speaker at the Georgia Institute of Continuing Legal Education Seminars from 2004 through 2008.
• DUI/DWI
  If you have been arrested for DUI in Tift, Georgia, you have 10 business days to request an Administrative License Suspension (ALS) hearing, otherwise your Georgia driver's license (or privilege to drive in Georgia) will be suspended on the 31st day after your arrest. The filing fee is $150 (payable to the Georgia Department of Driver Services) and if you wish to request this hearing you can fill out this form: 10 day ALS letter. This would set up a hearing in front of an Administrative Law Judge to determine if the suspension will be upheld or rescinded prior to the DUI case being heard in criminal court.
• Wrongful Death
  Joe has successfully represented clients in wrongful death claims arising from automobile wrecks and wrongful death caused by medical negligence. Joe is devoted to providing the highest quality legal services with a focus on meeting your individual needs. Joe will address your legal and personal issues in an experienced and responsive manner. There are time limits for you to act or Statutes of Limitations, requiring you to bring a lawsuit within a limited period or you may lose the right to seek a recovery.
• Traffic Violations
  Many traffic tickets issued in Georgia could be a potential mistake, but most drivers don't actually know their rights. That's why it is vital to consult with a Georgia Traffic Attorney if you received a traffic ticket.
• Misdemeanors
  The penalties for possessing marijuana vary based on the amount of marijuana found on the defendant. If the defendant has one ounce or less, Georgia treats it as a misdemeanor punishable by one year in prison or a $1,000 fine. If the defendant has more than one ounce but less than ten pounds, the charge is a felony, and the sentence is at least one year in prison but no more than ten years.
• Drug Crimes
  Georgia’s marijuana laws are stricter than the laws of many other states. Despite the medical marijuana exception, owning or using marijuana can lead to heavy fines and jail time. If you are a Georgia resident charged with possession of marijuana, call our office as soon as possible. Our team is experienced with many types of drug-related cases, and a consultation could lead to a pathway to a lighter sentence or a dismissed charge.
• Hit and Run
  Some common “Major Traffic Violations” are: DUI, Hit and Run or leaving the scene of an accident, fleeing or attempting to elude an officer, failure to report an accident, any commision of a felony while using a motor vehicle, operating a motor vehicle with a revoked, cancelled, or suspended registration, and an Administrative License Suspension resulting from an Implied Consent Refusal. Most 1st convictions result in a 1 year disqualification, but a 2nd conviction will result in a lifetime disqualification of all commercial driving privileges.

Property Law

• Property Damage
  Common causes of auto accidents are speeding, talking on the cell phone, backups in traffic, texting while driving, tire blow outs, defects in the road, distracted driving, and reckless driving. Injuries can range from soft tissue injuries to serious head trauma. Our knowledgeable Georgia personal injury attorneys can refer you to local health care professionals who can help document your injuries and treat you for pain management. Those injured are entitled to compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages, loss of consortium, and property damage. In the event that a serious injury causes the death of a loved one, our wrongful death attorneys will seek to recover damages for those who have suffered this inconceivable loss.

Health Law

• Personal Injury
  When it comes to personal injury claims, it is always important to contact a professional Ben Hill County attorney to ensure that you have the best chance of getting a favorable outcome. Personal injuries can result from motor vehicle accidents suffered while driving or work related accidents suffered during the course of conducting work related duties. As a victim, you will need to ensure that you get a settlement that is enough to cater for your needs during this trying time when you cannot work to earn a living.
• Medical Malpractice
  Medical negligence cases and claims take a generous measure of time and vitality, lawful procedures and understanding of state laws, sagacity, and courage. Some people basically don't have the training, foundation, or aptitude that is important to stand up against the lawyers or safety net providers, especially during the time that they are recovering from their wounds or sicknesses. This is why you need the help of a medical malpractices attorney in Georgia.
• Auto Accidents
• Dog Bites
  There is a lot that could be told about the profession of a Lowndes County personal injury attorney. This is all due to the simple fact that personal injury law is one of the vastest institutes of the law. Of course, there is a reason for this, and it hides within the numerous causes that might lead to a case to be classified as personal injury one. Some of them include medical malpractice, car accidents, dog bites, slip and fall accidents, workplace related injuries, libel, slander, and defamation to name a few. All of these causes have a lot in common that every Lowndes County personal injury attorney should be able to pick up.

Trusts and Estates

• Estate Planning
  We all need the services of a reliable Bacon County Attorney. Despite the fact that we do our best to live a peaceful life, statistics show that there will always come a time that we will need their services, at least three to five times, studies say. The services can include dealing with wills, accidents, and insurance, estate planning, DUI, personal injury and many more. Different lawyers have their own strengths, depending on the field they are experts in. There is always an appropriate attorney for your need. Here are some of the services that you can expect to receive from these professionals.
• Wills
• Probate