Business Details
11 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Milton, GA
Houston Washburn Law is a boutique legal practice dedicated to providing personalized solutions for clients facing criminal defense, DUI charges, personal injury claims, traffic violations, and probate matters. Founded in 2015, our firm combines multi-generational legal expertise with a client-centered approach, ensuring each case receives meticulous attention. Our lead attorney, Houston Washburn, brings third-generation legal experience, having been recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star and Top 40 Under 40 attorney by the National Trial Lawyers.We prioritize compassionate representation, leveraging deep relationships with local prosecutors and judges to navigate complex legal processes. Our track record includes securing dismissals, reduced fines, and favorable settlements while maintaining a commitment to transparency and ethical practice. We serve Metro Atlanta and North Fulton, offering accessible legal counsel tailored to individual circumstances.
Services
Criminal Defense
DUI Defense
Personal Injury
Traffic Ticket Defense
Probate Services
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- Third-generation attorney with multi-generational legal expertise
- Super Lawyers Rising Star and National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 recognition
- Proven track record of dismissals and reduced penalties
- Deep relationships with local prosecutors and judges
- Personalized legal strategies tailored to individual cases
Associations and certifications
- Super Lawyers
- National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40
What people say
Very professional
Genuinely cared
Reduced fine
Stress-free process
Pleasure to work with
Services
Criminal Defense
Houston Washburn Law provides aggressive criminal defense representation for charges ranging from misdemeanors to felonies. Our experience includes handling drug crimes, sex offenses, and violent crimes in state and federal courts. We focus on protecting clients' rights through evidence analysis, witness cross-examination, and strategic plea negotiations. Our track record demonstrates success in securing dismissals and reduced charges while maintaining client confidentiality.
DUI Defense
Specialized DUI defense services address alcohol and drug-related driving charges. We challenge evidence admissibility, field sobriety tests, and chemical test accuracy. Our approach includes license protection strategies and navigating Georgia's complex DUI laws. With membership in the National College for DUI Defense, we leverage advanced training to contest charges and minimize penalties like license suspensions and insurance rate increases.
Personal Injury
We represent clients injured in motor vehicle collisions and other accidents. Our services include insurance negotiation, evidence collection, and pursuing compensation for medical expenses and lost wages. We handle cases involving commercial truck crashes and wrongful death claims. Our success includes six-figure settlements through thorough investigation and courtroom advocacy when necessary.
Traffic Ticket Defense
Our traffic violation defense focuses on minimizing long-term consequences. We handle speeding tickets, CDL violations, and under-21 offenses. We work to prevent license suspensions, insurance rate hikes, and employment impacts by negotiating charge reductions or dismissals. Most cases resolve without client court appearances through our established local court relationships.
Probate Services
We provide comprehensive probate and estate planning services including wills, trusts, and advanced healthcare directives. Our approach combines legal expertise with compassionate guidance for estate administration and asset protection. We serve families in North Atlanta with customized solutions that reflect individual values and ensure smooth asset transfer to heirs.
People
James Houston Washburn
Founding Attorney
Third-generation attorney with Super Lawyers and National Trial Lawyers recognition. Specializes in criminal defense, DUI, and personal injury cases. Handles all stages of legal proceedings with a focus on client-centered outcomes.
Brooke Puglise Washburn
Attorney
Legal professional contributing to the firm's criminal defense and traffic law practice areas. Works collaboratively with clients to achieve favorable legal resolutions.
Questions
Do I need an attorney for a traffic ticket?
Yes. Convictions can lead to license suspensions, increased insurance rates, and employment issues. Our firm often secures dismissals without client appearances.
How can a DUI defense attorney help?
We challenge evidence validity, negotiate charge reductions, and protect driving privileges through license suspension hearings and plea strategies.
What experience does the firm have with criminal cases?
Our attorney has handled hundreds of criminal cases, securing dismissals and reduced charges while maintaining Super Lawyers recognition.
Can out-of-state clients receive representation?
Yes. We've successfully resolved cases for clients living outside Georgia, including old ticket settlements and probation modifications.
What personal injury cases do you handle?
We represent clients in car accidents, truck collisions, and pedestrian injury cases, securing six-figure settlements through evidence-based negotiation and litigation.
