Eli Bennett Email & Phone Number

Norcross, Ga, Us

The majority of my clients are undocumented immigrants facing felony criminal charges, and my practice is focused on those individuals who have been denied pre-trial release.

Assisted in the representation of clients engaged in complex civil litigation in State and Federal courts. The firm's practice focused on Qui Tam, defamation, and catastrophic injury cases.

Drafted appellate briefs, including brief submitted to Supreme Court of Georgia successfully opposing the State’s appeal of an order granting a new trial.

Decatur, Ga

Prosecuted county ordinance violations and misdemeanor criminal offenses. I did not enjoy it, but I learned a lot about the nature of the process.

Superior Court Of Fulton County, Atlanta, Ga

Drafted and edited final order in habeas corpus action vacating petitioner’s death sentence on ineffective assistance of counsel and Eighth Amendment proportionality grounds. The Supreme Court reinstated it, and the petitioner was ultimately executed.

Participated in drafting of ill-fated Property Tax Reform Amendment to Georgia Constitution and implementing legislation during the 2008 session; partied with drunk legislators.

Assisted in the preparation of tax returns and managed fiscal books for various small businesses. Learned the value of living below your means.

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Activities and Societies: Moot Court Board, Student Trial Lawyers Association, Bleckley American Inn of Court.• First Place Team, 26th.

Bachelor Of Arts, Political Science