Moving Forward Starts Here—let Our Clayton County Criminal Defense Attorneys Help Secure Your Future.
A criminal, juvenile, or school disciplinary charge in Clayton County can put college plans, careers, and futures at risk. But it doesn’t have to stay that way.
At the Ghanouni Teen & Young Adult Defense Firm, we defend people in their teens and twenties facing criminal charges throughout Clayton County, including Jonesboro, Forest Park, Lake City, Lovejoy, Morrow, Riverdale, and College Park.
Our mission is clear: we help protect the futures of young people facing criminal, juvenile, and school disciplinary charges, ensuring they have every opportunity they can to move forward with their lives.
We recognize that facing criminal charges in Clayton County presents unique challenges – whether you’re the young person charged or a parent seeking help for your child. Our approach extends beyond handling immediate legal issues – we focus on protecting your entire future.
Whether you’re a student at Clayton State University, a young professional working near Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, or anywhere in Clayton County, we know what’s at stake. We’re here to help you handle your legal problems and protect your future.
For juvenile cases, we recognize the additional complexities involved. The juvenile justice system operates differently from adult courts, and our extensive experience in both systems allows us to navigate these cases effectively while prioritizing rehabilitation and future opportunities over punishment.
We routinely assist young clients throughout Clayton County with various charges, including:
Whether you or your love has been cited, charged, or arrested, we understand that you may be feeling stress and uncertainty. Our role is to help you understand your options and develop a strategy aligned with your goals.
Our firm’s approach is built on three core principles that resonate with Clayton County’s diverse community:
We maintain a selective caseload to ensure each client receives the attention and dedication their case deserves. This isn’t about handling as many cases as possible – it’s about achieving the best possible outcomes for each client we serve.
Here are some municipalities our Georgia criminal defense attorneys proudly serve in Clayton County. If you don’t see your location listed, please reach out – we’re here to help you wherever you are in the area.
A criminal record can affect every aspect of your future. That’s why we emphasize a proactive, goal-oriented defense strategy from day one. Our founder, Paul Ghanouni, understands this personally, having faced his own challenges with authority figures at a young age. This experience drives our firm’s mission to protect young people from having their futures derailed by mistakes.
Your initial consultation is an opportunity to share your story and learn how we might help. During this meeting, we will:
Not every case is accepted – we’re selective to ensure we can deliver the level of service and results our clients deserve.
Paul Ghanouni founded our firm in 2007 with a clear mission: to protect young people’s futures when facing criminal, juvenile, or school disciplinary charges. Our team of defense attorneys includes a former judge and multiple former prosecutors.
We bring this knowledge and experience together, along with a deep understanding of how young people’s lives can be affected by the criminal justice system, to help protect the futures of our clients.
Our dedication to serving Clayton County’s youth extends beyond the courtroom. We’re actively involved in community education and youth advocacy, working to ensure people in their teens and twenties understand their rights and the potential consequences of their actions before they face legal challenges.
Cases in Clayton County’s court system may start in one of a number of different courts, depending on the circumstances:
Since 2007, our team has been helping people throughout Georgia. We know how to help our clients through these courts and focus on finding the most favorable solutions that protect our client’s futures.
If you or your loved one is facing criminal charges in Clayton County, don’t wait to get help. Contact our office today to schedule a consultation and learn how we can help protect your future.
Our offices serve all of Clayton County, including Jonesboro, Forest Park, Lake City, Lovejoy, Morrow, Riverdale, and College Park. We understand the complexities of Clayton County’s legal system and provide quality legal representation when you need it most.
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