Carolyn Hodges

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Languages Spoken

English

The Law Firm of Lawanda Hodges, LLC is a distinguished legal practice specializing in white-collar and high-stakes criminal defense. Led by managing partner Lawanda Nowlin Hodges, Esq., the firm offers unparalleled expertise in both federal and state courts. Attorney Hodges brings over a decade of experience as a former prosecutor, having handled major felonies ranging from public corruption to homicide within the Atlanta Judicial Circuit. Her extensive background includes serving as a Senior Assistant District Attorney, where she successfully prosecuted numerous complex cases and earned multiple awards for her outstanding performance.

With a proven track record as lead counsel in over 50 felony jury trials, Attorney Hodges is a seasoned trial attorney capable of navigating sophisticated criminal matters. She has managed large-scale white-collar and public corruption investigations, often involving parallel and multi-agency efforts with organizations like the GBI and FBI. Her unique ability to foresee and expertly address such matters significantly limits client exposure.

The firm represents a broad spectrum of clients, including private companies, nonprofits, government agencies, and individuals. Services are meticulously tailored for each client and include:

• White Collar Criminal Defense: Covering areas such as Public Corruption, Embezzlement, Bribery, Extortion, Criminal Fraud, Criminal RICO, False Claims Act/Whistleblower, Perjury and False Statements, and Grand Jury Investigations.
• Internal Investigations: Conducting discreet and thorough assessments of misconduct allegations to identify legal and business risks, whether arising from government inquiries, whistleblowers, or civil lawsuits.
• High Stakes Criminal Defense: Providing robust representation for individuals facing serious criminal charges.

Attorney Hodges' background also includes experience as a business/commercial litigator at international firms, combining trial advocacy with business acumen to handle complex cases effectively. The firm is committed to providing strategic, skillful, and discreet legal counsel to protect clients' reputations and interests.