Adalia Lisa Durrette, Criminal Defense Attorney in Marietta, Georgia

Adalia concentrates on criminal defense, family law, and immigration. Each area below outlines the kind of case Adalia handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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Adalia's primary office is at P.O. Box 682604, Marietta, GA, 30068. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Adalia usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Adalia 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.

• How much does it cost to hire Adalia for a criminal defense case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Adalia walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Adalia offer a free consultation?

  Adalia charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Adalia's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Adalia'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. Adalia gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Adalia take my case if I'm outside Marietta?

  Adalia 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 — Adalia 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 Adalia?

  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. Adalia will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Adalia accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

  Adalia's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.