A. Paul Ghanouni, Criminal Defense Attorney in Woodstock, Georgia
Over 20 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and Education
Woodstock, GA
Practicing criminal defense in Woodstock since 2006.
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A. Paul Ghanouni is an attorney based in Woodstock, GA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and Education. A. has over 20 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Woodstock, GA
- Experience
- over 20 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · DUI/DWI · Education
- Handles Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and Education matters from Woodstock, GA.
- Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About A. Paul Ghanouni: A. Paul Ghanouni is an attorney based in Woodstock, GA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and Education. A. has over 20 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
A.'s practice areas in Woodstock
A. concentrates on criminal defense, dui/dwi, education, expungement, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case A. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense
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DUI/DWI
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Education
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Expungement
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Insurance
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Juvenile
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Sex Crimes
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Criminal Defense cases in Woodstock, Georgia
A. takes criminal defense matters in Woodstock, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before A. agrees to represent you.
DUI/DWI cases in Woodstock, Georgia
A. takes dui/dwi matters in Woodstock, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before A. agrees to represent you.
Education cases in Woodstock, Georgia
A. takes education matters in Woodstock, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before A. agrees to represent you.
Expungement cases in Woodstock, Georgia
A. takes expungement matters in Woodstock, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before A. agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Woodstock, Georgia
A. takes insurance matters in Woodstock, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before A. agrees to represent you.
Biography
A. Paul Ghanouni, criminal defense attorney serving Woodstock
A. Paul Ghanouni is an attorney based in Woodstock, GA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and Education. A. has over 20 years of legal experience. A. works from Woodstock, Georgia and takes on criminal defense matters across the region.
Mr. A. Paul Ghanouni is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, juvenile and 6 other areas of law. A. has been licensed for 20 years. A. practices in Woodstock, GA.
A.'s approach to criminal defense cases
Mr. A. Paul Ghanouni is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, juvenile and 6 other areas of law. A. has been licensed for 20 years. A. practices in Woodstock, GA.
The kind of cases A. takes
A. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, dui/dwi, and education matters in Woodstock and the surrounding Georgia area.
Credentials
Credentials — where A. studied and practices
Georgia State University College of Law
JD · 2006
Jurisdictions
A.'s state bar admissions
Georgia
2006 · ACTIVE
A. studied at JD in Georgia State University College of Law.
Law school and academic background
A. completed JD in Georgia State University College of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice A. runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
A. Paul Ghanouni's office in Woodstock
A.'s primary office is at 3227 S Cherokee Ln, Woodstock, GA, 30188. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire A. Paul Ghanouni — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with A. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
A. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain A.'s office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; A. will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Woodstock, Georgia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for A.
A. discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. A. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
A.'s office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about A. Paul Ghanouni
How much does it cost to hire A. for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. A. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does A. offer a free consultation?
A. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain A.'s office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check A.'s current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in Georgia typically take?
Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. A. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can A. take my case if I'm outside Woodstock?
A. is licensed in Georgia. Matters governed by Georgia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — A. will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with A.?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. A. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is A. accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
A.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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