Serge Jerome Jr.
You Relax We Fight
Attorney Serge Jerome is a licensed Georgia Trial Attorney. He focuses his practice on Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy and Personal Injury at the Jerome Law Firm PA in Atlanta, Georgia. He only cares about doing what's right for the people he represents. Jerome is a member of the Atlanta Bar Association, Gate City Bar Association, Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (GACDL), The Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys (GABWA) and the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association.
Attorney Jerome obtained his Law Degree (Juris Doctorate) from Florida A&M University where he was a member of the FAMU Law Trial Team competing in both Moot Court and Mock Trial competitions, Parliamentarian for the Black Law Student Association (BLSA), and President of the Caribbean Law Student Association (CLSA). He graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Oral Roberts University where he was a member of the ORU Outreach Ministries, American Marketing Association (AMA), and the Finance Club.
Attorney Jerome does Pro Bono work through Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation (AVLF), the Atlanta Bar, and World Changers Legal Resources Department. He traveled on over 20 missions to Haiti and other foreign countries. On the weekends, he volunteers as a coach with World Changers youth basketball and i9 sports co-ed soccer. He is a member of the Urban League of Greater Atlanta and Atlanta Habitat for Humanity's Young Professionals Network.
- Criminal Law
- Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
- Bankruptcy
- Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt Relief
- Personal Injury
- Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
- State Bar of Georgia
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- Georgia Association For Women Lawyers
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- American Bankruptcy Institute
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- National Association Of Consumer Advocated
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- Georgia Defense Lawyer Association
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- Q. How can I expunge my Georgia felony convictions for marijuana from 1987 and 1993?
- A: In Georgia, the process you're referring to as "expungement" is officially known as "record restriction and sealing." It's important to understand that your criminal record will not be permanently deleted or destroyed; rather, it will be hidden or sealed from public view, making it inaccessible to most employers, landlords, and the general public, while still being available to judicial officials and criminal justice agencies.
Given your felony convictions from 1987 and 1993 for marijuana under the Georgia Controlled Substance Act, and that you have completed all requirements and have no other charges, you should contact the Georgia Board of Parole and Pardons. ... Read More
- Q. Time for aggravated assault strangulation charge in Georgia?
- A: If they have a conviction for a prior violent felony they would be looking at about 3 years to serve in jail plus another 5 to 7 years probation.
If they have a conviction for a felony but it's not violent then they would be looking at about 1 to 2 years depending on the prosecution.
All pleas are negotiated and can vary greatly from county to county. I once negotiated a reduction to a misdemeanor and 12 months probation on a similar case with a client with a felony history with no time served. Give me a call if you would like help.
- Q. Options for plea deal with missing victim and lack of evidence?
- A: Hi, Thanks for sharing your story. Based on your summary I think the State's case is not that strong. If the prosecution lacks key evidence—such as the firearm, gunshot residue (GSR) tests, or a cooperative victim—this could weaken their position. However if they refuse to offer better terms than you may be forced to take it trial and have the judge dismiss it. Aggravated assault with a firearm is a serious felony under O.C.G.A. § 16-5-21, and if convicted at trial, your son could face up to 20 years per count, possibly consecutively.
If the victim cannot be located, it may impair the prosecution’s ability to prove the case beyond a reasonable doubt, especially if the victim is the ... Read More
