Reviews

Richard assisted me with a deposition matter and did a great job. He helped me to understand the specific risks and best processes in a manner that was clear and easy to understand. I'd highly recommend his services.

Richard Rice is one of the best criminal defense lawyers you can find in Georgia. Richard represented me during some of the most difficult years of my life when I faced federal felony charges. He was there for me every step of the way--from the arraignment, discussing our strategy, going over discovery and motions, and negotiating with the government. Most impressively, we were able to have the government initially withdraw their original indictment. Ultimately, although I decided not to go to trial, Richard was ready to fight the matter all the way. After much soul searching, I ended up pleading to a single misdemeanor count, resulting only in probation and a relatively low fine, with NO jail time. Richard discusses all your options intelligently, and he works diligently to meet all deadlines and provides transparency about the process, assessment of the risks and potential outcomes. Richard's past tenure as a former Assistant US Attorney was invaluable--the connections he has to speak with the government, the court, and the probation officers are critical to effective representation. But Richard isn't only just an excellent lawyer--he was compassionate and had great empathy, reaching out to comfort me during the agonizing decisions that had to be made. His services are worth EVERY penny, should you ever be so unlucky to undergo the terrible ordeal of criminal prosecution. He has my highest recommendation.

She has helped alot of people alot !!!

As of today October 2019 Ms Palmer still haven’t gotten back with me to explain any of my husbands sentence to me. I still can’t understand how a paid attorney could go into any court room and make a deal with the DA to give a man who was attacked on his job (my husband who was initially the victim and had a clean record and law abiding citizen for more than 25 years) how can you allow your client a 20 year sentence and he killed no one! I have seen murderers get less than 10. If you want fairness and an attorney to plead your case Ms Palmer IS NOT the attorney for you!

The goat !

Potentially facing 30+ years jail time, I needed a top-notch criminal defense lawyer. Richard Rice was that man for me. He did some amazing negotiating on my behalf; the judge even commenting on Richard's performing "magic" in his negations in my case. He resolved my case with only light probation and no jail time. Richard also negotiated for all of my seized personal property to be returned to me from both federal and state agencies. Richard is a courtroom winner.

My husband hired The Law Firm of Garland and Associates, with the intentions of having Mr Garland as his main attorney on the case but he was appointed Ms Clark as his attorney in 2015. Ms Clark reviewed the case and gave us high hopes of being able to handle it. After she received all her money and was given an additional $3,000 for a gun spaecialist, which we paid ($1500 on 2 separate occasions), when his case was called, she stated to us that "This case is not a winnable case", and she at the last minute convinced my husband to take a plea by waving a jury and relying on the judge to sentence him. However, she allowed the prosecutor to muzzle my husband from telling the critical parts of his incident and she did not question or refute anything that the plaintiffs family said. After the judge gave my husband, a quite man whose been a law abiding citizen for more than 26 yeas, a family man, good husband and father, an avid community service worker 20 years, we walked out of the court room and Ms Clark stated to me that, "It's not as bad as you think, it's all parolable", she told me that she thought he would only have to do a third of the sentence but she will get back to me on it. This sentence was given on October 31st, I have called Ms Clark on 3 separate times and even had other to call he and as of today November 17th, 2017 she has not gotten back to me yet. Very unprofessional! Mrs Williams

Very experienced and has abundant knowledge in his field. He got us out of the incorrect Federal accusation and we walked out clean. Unlike many other lawyers, he is very responsive and always stays on top of what he does. Definitely the best choice for what you need.

I was referred to Mr. Rice by the managing partner of one of the largest law firms in the United States. Mr. Rice not only quickly and easily extracted my family from a dire situation that could have become catastrophic, but he also assisted us in a variety of legal matters, both domestic and international. I can’t think of a more skillful attorney, and I, personally, do not engage in any legal matter prior to consulting him. He is the best of the best and will always find an answer to any legal situation confronting you. Simply put, he is the MacGyver of attorneys and I wholeheartedly recommend him.

I contacted Richard when my former employer took a hard stance on an issue with my departure. They were seeking to make a big example out of me for any and all future employees. There initial tactic to frighten me worked and sent me seeking my own counsel. I was referred to Richard by several friends independently, and it was easily the best decision I made for my problem. From the moment I hired Richard to represent me, I felt much more in control of my situation and a lot less helpless. Within a few weeks of hiring him, cooler heads were beginning of prevail, and he was successful in helping back them off their initial position. Without Richard, I am certain that this would have ended up with a much different result. I would absolutely and without hesitation recommend Richard to anyone who is facing a facing either a potential or actual criminal problem. He knows his stuff and his ability to work his relationships and develop rapport with the other side will definitely fall in your favor.

Richard has represented our family on two occasions. He was sharp and aggressive. We were very happy with both results. I would recommend him to anyone.