Recognition in DUI defense is not handed out lightly. The DUI Defense Lawyers Association highlights attorneys who demonstrate real courtroom results, leadership, and commitment to protecting clients’ rights. This article explains what the “Bad Ass Award” represents, why it matters for clients in Atlanta, Georgia, and how proven appellate work, leadership roles, and national recognition […]
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A recent incident involving a Georgia prosecutor has raised serious concerns about the use of artificial intelligence in legal filings. In March 2026, a Clayton County Assistant District Attorney admitted to submitting false case citations generated by AI. The filing included nonexistent cases, inaccurate quotes, and misleading references to real legal decisions. The Georgia Supreme […]
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Nov
Atlanta named our DUI defense team Atlanta’s Best Gold Winner 2025 in the Defense Law Firm category for the third consecutive year. That three-peat reflects consistent results, courtroom fluency, and client-first service across Atlanta, Georgia. Below is what the award means for your DUI case, how Georgia’s process works, and the steps to protect your […]
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Sep
The DUI Defense Lawyers Association has named Atlanta attorney Greg Willis as President-Elect. DUIDLA’s leadership page lists Greg in this role, which positions him to help guide national training, amicus strategy, and member resources that shape DUI defense across the country. For clients in Atlanta and throughout Georgia, this leadership reflects the same commitment Greg […]
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Aug
Georgia punishes silence—even when you’re asserting your constitutional rights. That needs to change. The Willis Law Firm has filed a petition with the United States Supreme Court to strike down Georgia’s implied consent (IC) law that lets police demand a blood test without a warrant. Backed by the same legal team that partnered with Attorney […]
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For many immigrant families in Georgia, life in the U.S. represents safety, stability, and a future worth fighting for. But a new bill passed by the House of Representatives could change that—fast. H.R. 875, officially titled the Jeremy and Angel Seay and Sergeant Brandon Mendoza Protect Our Communities from DUIs Act of 2025, passed on […]
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Defense Attorney Greg Willis was recently interviewed by Local News Life about the strongest evidence that could prove Danyel Smith’s innocence in the 2003 death of his infant son, Chandler. Smith was convicted under the shaken baby syndrome diagnosis but has always maintained his innocence, claiming his son’s death was due to natural causes. Recent […]
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We are thrilled to announce that Willis Law Firm has been honored with the title of “Atlanta’s Best 2023 Defense Law Firm“! At Willis Law Firm, we are committed to excellence in providing top-tier legal defense services to our clients. This recognition from Atlanta’s Best is a testament to the dedication, experience, and hard work […]
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Attorney Greg Willis was featured in the Daily Report (Law.com) because of the landmark victory he secured in the Georgia Supreme Court back in February 2019. Ultimately the high court sided with him and barred his client’s refusal to take a breath test from being used as evidence against her at trial. Read More About the Landmark Victory Free […]
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Learning Every Side of the Story On June 12th in Atlanta, GA, Rayshard Brooks fell asleep in his car in a Wendy’s drive-thru lane when two police officers approached him. Officer Rolfe and Officer Brosnan administered a breathalyzer test and, after Mr. Brooks failed it, they attempted to arrest him. Allegedly, Mr. Brooks attempted to refuse […]