About

Laura Austin is an experienced litigator with a background in both nursing and law, specializing in medical malpractice, personal injury, family law, and criminal defense litigation.

Laura Austin is an AV Preeminent-rated litigator with over 44 years of experience. She is also a Professional Registered Nurse with certification in correctional healthcare and multistate licensure. Combining her 48 years of medical training with 44 years of legal experience, she advocates for those who have been injured due to the negligence of others, giving a voice to the voiceless.

One of Ms. Austin's notable achievements includes securing a $12,000,000.00 verdict for her clients. She is also certified by the American Arbitration Association in Mediation and Arbitration for domestic and civil cases.

A graduate of Texas Women's University and Woodrow Wilson College of Law, Ms. Austin's background as a Magistrate in civil litigation provides her with a unique advantage in criminal defense and civil cases. She has received several accolades, including the 2018 Tradition of Excellence award and recognition as a Super Lawyer.

Ms. Austin has worked as an Advocate for Children and parents in the Cobb Juvenile Court and continues to represent clients in medical malpractice, auto accidents, family law matters, and criminal defense cases. She offers free 20-minute phone consultations for all cases and emphasizes client participation in their legal matters.

Laura Austin is a dedicated and experienced lawyer who is committed to advocating for her clients' rights and seeking justice on their behalf.

Legal Issues

Arbitration & Mediation

Business - Arbitration/Mediation, Consumer - Arbitration/Mediation, Family - Arbitration/Mediation

DUI & DWI

Criminal Law

Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes

Family Law

Child Custody, Child Support, Father s Rights, Paternity, Restraining Orders

Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights

Medical Malpractice

Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors

Personal Injury

Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death

Certificates

No Certifications

Languages

Accepted Jurisdictions

Experience

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  Former Chair of the General Practice and Trial Section;GTLA; Cobb Bar Assoc; Blue Ridge Bar has membership; Legal Nurse Consultant Educator; Certified in Correctional Health Care by NCCHC; prior Judge, Cobb Magistrate
  1998

Education

Associations

Costs

• Free Consultancy Service
  Phone consults are fast and can t cover all the details. Really want to know the options but not ready to commit ? Then a half hour consultation without contract at $100.00 for both preventative law and options before commitment is what I would suggest. Can be credited toward retainer.
• Conditional Fees
  On Personal Injury, car wrecks and other injury cases.
• Retaines and Rates
  Accept Zelle, cash, check and weekly bank withdrawal.

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