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   Lloyd and Matt are absolutely outstanding they will fight for you like Mike Tyson in the boxing ring
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   I couldn't even afford the level of quality I received from these guys. Top notch service with people who actually care. If you value your own future, there is no better choice. Murray & Adkins.
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   Mr. Lloyd Murray Sr. And Mr. Patrick Sancomb both have showed their commitment and dedication to representing me since 2008 to the current time. Their knowledge and approach to the justice system is top notch! If you want attorneys that will protect you and go above and beyond then i definitely recommend Murray and Adkins Trial Lawyers!
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   Trust.  Confidence.  Care.  Compassionate.  Intelligent. The “So what” upfront that I will say about Mr. Matthew Adkins (And the entire firm) is that he took my case in a less than conventional way, and he made a personal effort to ensure I was informed and taken care of throughout our case.  He didn’t unnecessarily charge me for his time, helped me understand the “game plan”, but kept me grounded throughout and ensured I didn’t allow my emotions to cloud the process. For the other incredible attorneys that make up the law firm (Limited to my personal exposure) Mr. Lloyd Murray is an amazingly caring individual that makes you feel welcomed immediately and knows a court room.  Mr. Matthew Adkins is quick thinking, sharp witted, and will always make sure you are informed.  Ms. Sawyer Martin is caring, thoughtful, and intelligent in all that she does while supporting her clients. Bottomline:  If you need family law support in the Bryan County area – Call the law firm of Murray & Adkins first. For those of you that prefer to know “what can they really do for me” please read on. What was I doing:  Changing custody arrangements.  Redefining visitation.  Child support. My case had been on going for quite some time (3 years) with a very reputable attorney that had to unfortunately hand off my case to another law firm.  Thankfully when this attorney did so, he handed me over to Mr. Adkins and Ms. Sawyer.  They quickly contacted me after receiving/accepting the case.  By this point I was living across the country, life had happened, and the dynamics of my personal situation had changed from the point of the original circumstances of my divorce.  My previous lawyer knew all the gritty details and I thought to myself, “Well these guys are never going to want to catch up and understand how my kids and I got to where we are now”.  I could not have been more wrong!!  Ms. Sawyer setup a time for me to be able to video conference them and walk them through my story!!  They understood the situation, asked the right questions to make me feel comfortable, and gave me a real sense of “Okay.  They got this”. The case required me to fly back to Georgia multiple times to complete the process of changing out custody and re-negotiating the required visitation.  Each time I was about to fly back they would make an effort to setup a short conference call beforehand to allow us all an opportunity to collectively discuss what we anticipated happening in our next court appearance.  Absolutely lowered the anxiety of flying out there and then having to walk right into a courtroom after doing so. The final time that we had to appear in court, I was deployed to the Middle East and the opposing party tried to force the timing.  Mr. Adkins and the rest of the amazing team worked with the court to adjust the appearance date so that I could physically be there and not something virtual.  This action, I believe, made a huge difference in the outcome of our case. I am incredibly grateful to Mr. Murray, Mr. Adkins, Ms. Martin, and the ENTIRE team there in Richmond Hill, GA.  Even if things had not turned out in the best favor of my children, I still believe I would be thanking them.  Taking care of clients is what they do.  That makes a huge difference.  My whole family is grateful to them all.  Thank you.
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   The Murray & Adkins team of attorneys are the Go-To team in our region. Exceptional service and great value. I give them my highest recommendation!
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Criminal Defense

Representation & Support Through Difficult Times

CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEYS + TRIAL TEAM

If you’ve been (or have reason to believe you might be) charged with a crime, time is of the essence. Murray and Adkins criminal defense attorneys can assist even before you’re actually charged.

Our team has a proven acquittal track record resulting from our aggressive and strategic defense work. We believe that every person deserves a fair trial, regardless of the crimes committed.

After an arrest you will see a judge in the jail who will set your bond. If you contact us soon enough, we can help you secure a reasonable bond.
Next, you will receive a date for your initial court hearing, or an arraignment, sometimes scheduled for weeks or months after your arrest.
During that time important evidence can be lost or destroyed. You should seek legal advice as soon as possible after your arrest to ensure your attorneys are fully prepared to mount an aggressive legal defense.

Don’t risk your freedom and resources with an untested attorney.

When your life and livelihood is on the line, you need a defense team who 1) understands the law and can make a smart legal argument 2) will speak up and fight for you. Like most great legal teams, Lloyd Murray and Matthew Adkins are both outspoken advocates and skillful fighters. The firm has defended clients in more than 300 jury trials and has successfully defended 18 death penalty cases. No matter the odds, our team will go the distance to help you get your life back.

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Violent Crimes

“Violent crime” is a term used to describe a crime where an individual uses or threatens to use force on another person; assault, battery, robbery, murder, homicide, sexual assault, manslaughter, extortion, endangerment and harassment.

Drug Charges

Drug crimes range from drug possession to the selling, distributing and manufacturing of drugs. If you’ve been arrested or charged with a drug crime, you need to seek the help of a criminal defense attorney to determine the best defense strategy.

DUI

Because of the dangers associated with driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, DUI laws are strictly enforced. Under the “implied consent law” all drivers are subject to a fine and automatic license suspension.

Murder

Facing an investigation or charges for murder in Georgia is a very serious matter. If convicted, penalties can range from 15 years to life in prison or, in some cases, even the death penalty.

Gang Crimes

An individual arrested for participating in a street gang or assisting in committing a gang-related crime may face devastating penalties, from large fines to lengthy prison sentences. If you’re under investigation for gang-related activity, it is crucial that you retain an aggressive criminal defense team.

Crimes of Deceit

A crime of deceit alleges that an individual has committed some kind of untruthfulness for financial gain. These are serious accusations, often involving fraud, embezzlement, money laundering or tax evasion. Even an accusation of this type of wrongdoing can be serious and devastating.

Weapons Violations

Assault with a firearm, brandishing a weapon, gross negligent discharge of a firearm, felony possession of a firearm, illegal concealed carry, carrying a loaded firearm in public and possessing a firearm in a prohibited place are all charges involving a weapon that should be taken seriously.

Domestic Violence

Domestic violence allegations are serious and can cause significant long-lasting ramifications to your quality of life, reputation, liberty, and future opportunities. If convicted, you could be facing hefty fines, jail time, a restraining order, loss of parenting privileges, and deportation.

Our Georgia and South Carolina criminal defense attorneys will begin working your case by conducting a thorough investigation. This includes a personal interview, visiting the scene, collecting evidence, identifying and interviewing witnesses, retaining a private investigator and developing alternative theories of the crime. We will also review the police reports, witness statements, body camera footage, lab results and other evidence the state intends to use against you in order to protect you and ensure your rights were not violated. For example, if your arrest involved a search and seizure, statements you or someone else made to the police, or an unlawful stop in your vehicle, you need experienced legal advice in order to ensure law enforcement played by the rules and cannot use illegally obtained evidence against you at trial.

You might not even know if your rights have been violated. We will help you find out.

In every case, we help you assert your rights to learn the details of the prosecution’s case. We will research the law and prepare and file all required legal documents. At trial, we will vigorously defend you by cross-examining witnesses, exposing flaws in the state’s case and presenting evidence of your innocence. We pride ourselves in our results in trial in every county in both Georgia and South Carolina.

With decades of experience, our criminal defense attorneys are most comfortable in the courtroom and will be thoroughly prepared to present your case to a jury. Our trial attorneys set aside all other business when you have your day in court – you deserve nothing less.