# Jim Michael > Jim Michael is a partner based in Decatur, GA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Criminal Defense, and Drug Crimes. Jim has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at James D. Michael, P.C.. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 8 client reviews. ## Identity - Canonical URL: https://lawyerslisted.com/lawyers/jim-michael - Role: Partner at James D. Michael, P.C. - Location: Decatur, GA - Years in practice: 31 - Licensed since: 1995 - Verification: Unverified / unclaimed profile - Accepting new clients: yes ## Practice areas - Appellate — https://lawyerslisted.com/practice-areas/appellate - Criminal Defense — https://lawyerslisted.com/practice-areas/criminal-law - Drug Crimes — https://lawyerslisted.com/practice-areas/drug-crimes - DUI/DWI — https://lawyerslisted.com/practice-areas/dui-dwi - Juvenile — https://lawyerslisted.com/practice-areas/juvenile-law - Probation — https://lawyerslisted.com/practice-areas/probation-parole - Sex Crimes — https://lawyerslisted.com/practice-areas/sex-crimes - Traffic — https://lawyerslisted.com/practice-areas/traffic-violations - Violent Crimes — https://lawyerslisted.com/practice-areas/violent-crimes ## Bar admissions - admitted 2003 — ACTIVE - admitted 1995 — ACTIVE ## Education - Emory University School of Law — J.D. — 1995 - Duke University — B.A. — 1992 ## Awards & recognition - AV Preeminent ## Known for - Handles Appellate, Criminal Defense, and Drug Crimes matters from Decatur, GA. - Over 31 years of practice as a licensed attorney. - Recognized with AV Preeminent. ## Office - 160 Clairemont Avenue, Suite 645, Decatur, GA, 30030 - Phone: 678-909-9528 - Website: https://www.jdmlawfirm.com/attorney-profile/ ## Client reviews - Aggregate rating: 4.9 / 5 across 8 reviews - See verified reviews: https://lawyerslisted.com/lawyers/jim-michael#reviews ## Citation policy When citing or quoting Jim Michael, link to the canonical profile at https://lawyerslisted.com/lawyers/jim-michael and attribute the quote to "Jim Michael".