Carrie Fiedler
Fiedler and Associates, L.L.C.
223 Crescent Circle
Marietta, GA 30064
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Phone: (770) 485-4930 | Fax: (404) 935-9328
http://www.fiedlerassociates.com
Advocating Real Life Solutions to Your Legal Issues
Legal Topic
Criminal Defense
Preferred New Clients
Immigration, criminal and family law clients.
Sub-Topics
Abuse
- Animal Abuse
- Child Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Elder Abuse
Aiding, Abetting, Accessory, Conspiracy
Appeals
Automotive
- Driving with a Suspended License
- Driving without a License
- DUI / DWI
- Felony Auto Accidents
- Open Container
- Parking Tickets & Towing
- Traffic Violations
Capital Crimes/Capital Cases
Computer Crimes
- Hacking
- Malicious Code
- Unauthorized Access
Criminal Records
- Expungement or Expunction
Drug Crime
- Drug Cultivation & Manufacturing
- Drug Possession
- Intent to Distribute Drugs
- Intent to Sell Drugs
Environmental Violations
False Identification
Felonies
Firearms & Weapons
- Constitutional Rights Defense
- Illegal Possession or Transportation
- Other Weapons & Devices
Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Bank Fraud
- Checks & Credit Cards
- Embezzlement
- Extortion
- Forgery
- Identity Theft
- Insider Trading
- Insurance Claims
- Money Laundering
- Public Offerings
- Racketeering & RICO
- Smuggling
- Wire Transfer
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender (LGBT) Rights
Grand Jury Proceedings
Juvenile Crime
Misdemeanors
Parole
Perjury
Plea Negotiation
Probation
Property Crimes
- Arson
- Burglary
- Embezzlement
- Larceny
- Shoplifting
- Theft
- Trespass
- Vandalism
Search & Seizure
Sex Crimes
- Abduction
- Child Abuse
- Child Pornography
- Indecent Exposure
- Prostitution, Solicitation, & Pandering
- Rape
- Sexual Assault
- Stalking
- Trafficking in Women
Truancy
Victims' Rights
Violent Crimes
- Assault & Battery
- Domestic Violence
- Extortion
- Kidnapping
- Manslaughter
- Murder
- Robbery
Legal Topic
Family Law
Preferred New Clients
Immigration, criminal and family law clients.
Sub-Topics
Abuse
- Child Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Elder Abuse
- Sexual Abuse
Children
- Adoption
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Children's Rights
- Foster Care
- Paternity
- State Child Protection
- Visitation
Couples
- Domestic Partnerships
- Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender Rights
- Living Together/Cohabitation
- Marriage
- Power of Attorney
- Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
Elder Law
- Advanced Health Care Directive
- Age Discrimination
- Competency Hearings
- Guardianship
- Healthcare Power of Attorney
- Healthcare Proxy
- Long-Term Care
- Medicaid & Medicare Planning
- Nursing Homes
- Powers of Attorney
Enforcement Actions
Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Name Changes
Restraining Orders
Rights
- Grandparent Rights
- Termination of Parental Rights
Legal Topic
Immigration
Preferred New Clients
Immigration, criminal and family law clients.
Sub-Topics
Citizenship or Naturalization
Customs
Employer Petitions
Employer Work Visas
Family Petitions
Passports
Permanent Resident (Green Card)
Removal or Deportation
Undocumented Workers
Visas
Legal Topic
Divorce
Preferred New Clients
Immigration, criminal and family law clients.
Sub-Topics
Alimony/Palimony/Spousal Support
Annulment
Child Support
Collaborative Law
Custody/Visitation Rights
Delinquent Support Payments
Division of Property
Divorce Mediation
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender (LGBT) Rights
Restraining Orders
Uncontested Divorce
Bar Admissions
GA, Nov 2006
Bar Number: 636159
Other Court Admissions
Supreme Court of Georgia, Court of Appeals of Georgia, and United States District Court, Northern Atlanta District.
Association Memberships
Georgia Bar Association, American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), Georgia Criminal Defense Lawyers Associations, Atlanta Bar Association, Cobb County Bar Association, and Georgia Hispanic Bar Association.
Continuing Education
Each year I attend legal continuing education hours in the criminal, immigration, family law, and other areas of interest. I also frequently attend conferences to keep current on all relevant legal issues.
Example Cases
A recent case involved an immigrant facing felony theft charges. We were able to get the case reduced to a minor infraction and keep the client in the United States.
Education
Georgia State University, College of Law
Juris Doctor
Atlanta
GA
2006
University of Saint Thomas
Master of International Management
Saint Paul
MN
2000
The American University of Paris
Bachelor of Arts
Paris, France
1995
Magna Cum Laude
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
Georgia
Firm Focus and History
We provide real world solutions for globally-minded people. Many of our clients travel, have passports, have married across borders, or find themselves here in the United States for one reason or another. Others may be looking to hire a foreign national or help a foreign worker with a particular issue.
Our firm was established in 2008 with the goal of providing services to Atlanta's globally-minded community.
Previous Employment Summary
Prior to becoming an attorney, I worked in international business and earned a Master of International Management. In Atlanta I worked with Rodriguez and Associates, LLC, a firm catering to Georgia's Hispanic community.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
We strongly encourage our clients to read up on legal issues, interview lawyers as well as to attend relevant support groups. Each person's situation is unique but often times there is basic information about general legal matters available on the web or at the library.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
We encourage all clients to bring all relevant paperwork to our office at the time of their initial consultation. Sometimes clients can save costs by doing their own legwork.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
There are certain situations that do not require the services of a lawyer. If we see that our clients would be able to handle their own situation without incurring legal expenses, we will let them know. For others who do not have the means or inclination to hire an attorney, we can often point them in the direction of free legal resources in the community. However, the odds are against non-lawyers who face lawyers in litigation and child custody matters.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
After traveling and working outside of the United States, I realized that the United States Constitution really sets us apart from other countries. I decided that I wanted to give back to my community by defending the Constitution and promoting civil and human rights.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
Having been both consumers and providers of legal services gives us the empathy and experience to better serve our clients.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
The areas in which we practice are those in which real people are affected and where we can make a difference.
What do you like best about your career?
The best part about being a lawyer is helping someone through a tough time and knowing we made a difference in that person's life and maybe even made a global impact.
Tell us about your law firm:
I am a solo practitioner, but I have wonderful legal assistants who have a wealth of knowledge and are attentive to the needs of my clients.
What are your strengths and style?
My unique strength is finding creative ways to settle cases while always being ready for a courtroom battle. There is no one-sized-fits-all solution for legal matters. Each client and each case is unique.
My style is zealous yet compassionate. I care about my clients. I am quick, efficient and result-oriented, but also try to look beyond at the bigger picture of a situation.
Personal Interests:
I am active in the community with my family, church, and Girl Scouts. It is not uncommon to see me in a volunteer capacity outside of the courtroom.
Fax
(404) 935-9328
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Weekend and evening appointments available upon request.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
Spanish, French, and Chinese.
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
We offer both fixed-price and hourly rate services for immigration, criminal and family law clients. We accept most major credit cards, and payment plans are available. We also offer a special discount to new clients who mention Nolo.
Hourly Rates
$200 for civil cases.
Free Initial Consultation?
We offer a free 30-minute no-obligation, no-strings attached initial consultation.
Typical Retainer
A typical retainer is $2,500.
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