At Eberhardt & Hale we are experienced in representing persons facing federal charges of all types including drug charges, firearm charges, and white-collar crime charges. We regularly practice criminal defense in the United States Middle District Court of Georgia and are knowledgeable regarding all aspects of the federal system including sentencing guidelines. Our attorneys are skilled and effective in ensuring that your rights are protected and that your case is resolved in the best possible manner for you.

Experienced Federal Criminal Defense Lawyers

Our attorneys, M. Eric Eberhardt and William L. Hale, served as prosecutors before starting their current law practice. They understand how to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of a prosecutor's case and make sound decisions about how to proceed. Now in private practice, they believe that every person accused of a crime deserves a strong defense.

Eberhardt & Hale will work to defend your rights and protect your freedom while obtaining the best outcome possible for you.

Obtaining a Successful Outcome

When one of our attorneys meets with you, he will explain the legal process and the legal and factual issues that could affect the outcome of your case. Your lawyer will explain what is possible and what is not, so that you can make an informed decision about your defense.

If your decision is to plead innocent and defend against the charges, our firm will work vigorously to prepare your defense. We will thoroughly investigate the evidence and use every means possible-including the aggressive use of motions to suppress or dismiss evidence-to reduce or obtain a dismissal of the prosecution's charges.

In a criminal case, it is not always in the client's best interest to go to trial. When the state's case is strong, it can make sense to seek a mitigated outcome that limits the penalties the defendant receives. Our lawyers are skilled negotiators and are often able to obtain acceptable outcomes through negotiated pleas rather than risking a trial.

We have successfully obtained numerous deferred outcomes which enabled our clients to avoid conviction, incarceration and a criminal record. If you qualify and want that type of outcome, Eberhardt & Hale will work diligently to obtain it for you.