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McIlhinney Law GroupFounding Attorney
Sean J. McIlhinney
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Sean J. McIlhinney

4.8
169 reviews

1770 Indian Trail Lilburn Road, Suite 140, Norcross, GA 30093

Traffic Violations, Speeding Tickets, Super Speeding Tickets and 10 more

About Sean J. McIlhinney

Sean J. McIlhinney is a Georgia criminal defense and traffic ticket attorney with over 20 years of experience.

Sean graduated cum laude from Georgia State College of Law in 1995. He was the associate editor of the Georgia State University Law Review. While in law school, Sean was a law clerk for the Gwinnett County Juvenile Court.

After graduating from law school, Sean was an attorney at King & Spalding, the premier law firm in the Southeast, where he worked in the products liability division representing Fortune 500 companies. He loved working at King & Spalding but decided to leave the large law firm after three years to pursue his childhood dream of opening his own small law firm.

In 2008, Sean was recognized in Georgia Trend magazine as one of Georgia’s elite attorneys for criminal defense. He was selected for inclusion in the Rising Stars℠ Edition of 2009 as one of Georgia’s outstanding young lawyers for criminal defense and DUI law.

Sean handles all types of criminal cases, including DUI, traffic violations, drug offenses, shoplifting, burglary, aggravated assault, suspended license, and more. He has a strong desire to fight for justice and protect the rights of the accused, always defending his clients with vigor. Sean has the experience, relationships, knowledge, and legal skills to bring your case to a successful conclusion.

 

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Sean J. McIlhinney got this award in 2021

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DUI/DWI
Posted by M
May 23, 2023
Hired Attorney

I received a DUI in last year and I was super nervous navigating that process on my own. I retained Sean to help me handle this case and he made me feel at ease. Don’t get me wrong it was still stressful dealing with a DUI but he made me feel like I was in the best hands possible. At the end of the day we were able to get my case reduced down to where I was extremely happy! Can’t recommend sean enough! Also a New Jersey Guy and loved talking to him about my girlfriends home state!

 
General Practice
Posted by anonymous
September 30, 2010
Hired Attorney

He handled our matter in a fast professional way. He got charges dismissed/reduced and was very understanding. I would definitely recommend this firm.

Traffic Violations
Posted by Sally
October 05, 2022
Hired Attorney

Working with this lawyer was very easy. I felt like my case was in the right hands and he did everything to obtain the best outcome for the traffic ticket. I felt very reassured that he had my best interest at heart!

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Areas of Law

  • Criminal Law 1
    • Traffic Violations
  • Drivers License Suspension
  • Other 11
    • Speeding Tickets
    • Super Speeding Tickets
    • Commercial Drivers
    • Under 21 Drivers
    • Out of State Drivers
    • Criminal Defense
    • DUI
    • Hit and Run
    • Reckless Driving
    • Suspended License
    • Vehicular Homicide

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1996, Georgia
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Georgia State University
    Class of 1995
    J.D.
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1969
    1969

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    Sean J. McIlhinney was admitted in 1996 to the State of Georgia.
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    Sean J. McIlhinney attended Georgia State University.

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