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- Bankers Hall West, 888 3 St SW Tower, 239, Calgary, AB T2P 5C5, Canada
- (403) 245-9200
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About:
I graduated from the University of Georgia in 1973 with honors and continued my education at the UGA School of Law, completing my degree in 1976. I am a co-author of Georgia's leading DUI legal book and have a practice focused on DUI defense litigation. I have received top ratings from Martindale, Best Lawyers, Super Lawyers, and Best Law Firms in America. Since 1978, I have chaired or co-chaired over 50 legal seminars for the Institute of Continuing Legal Education in Georgia (ICLE-GA). In 1991, I co-authored "101 Ways to Avoid a Drunk Driving Conviction" with Reese I. Joye, Jr. Starting in 1992, I also chaired the first annual 2-day seminar, Defense of Drinking Drivers, managed by ICLE-GA. I spoke at the 1992 and 1993 ATLA conventions. In July 1994, I sponsored the first NHTSA training seminar for DUI defense lawyers in Atlanta, certifying 32 attorneys and expert witnesses as SFST practitioners. In October 1994, I organized and sponsored a seminar called "Mastering Scientific Evidence in DUI-DWI Cases." The three-day event featured a mock trial using real jurors. TCDLA now manages this annual multi-day seminar. In 1995, I helped organize and launch the National College for DUI Defense. I also served as a Regent for several years. I self-published "The Georgia DUI Trial Practice Manual" that year. Thomson-Reuters now publishes it. Along with law partners Larry Kohn and Cory Yager, we annually update the book. The nationally acclaimed DWI-DUI lawyer website, DrunkDrivingDefense.com, originated from my first website created back in August of 1996. I organized and financially backed the inaugural four-day NHTSA training seminar for NHTSA instructors the following year. This high-level training helps criminal defense lawyers understand the “pros” and “cons” of police training programs. Our latest two-day GA BAR seminar was held February 27 & 28, 2025. Website: GeorgiaCriminalDefense.com FREE Consultations and Payment Plans Available
Jurisdiction:Calgary
Languages
English, Spanish
Fees
Free Consultation
Education
B.A.
J.D.
Awards
Best Lawyers in Georgia
Georgia Superlawyer
Georgia Superlawyer
Georgia Superlawyer
Super Lawyer in Atlanta GA
Georgia Super Lawyer
Top 100 List
Super Lawyers
Best Lawyer's Category, DUI Defense
Best Lawyer's Category, DUI Defense
Highest Rated Attorney in America, Litigation, by Client Ratings
Best lawyers in Georgia
Best lawyers in Georgia
Super Lawyer in Atlanta GA
Atlanta DUI Lawyer of the Year for 2012
Georgia's Legal Elite
Georgia Superlawyer
Georgia Superlawyer
Georgia Superlawyer
Board Certification in DUI Defense
Martindale-Hubbell National Attorney Rating Service-Eminent Law Firm Award
Georgia Superlawyer
Best Lawyer's Category, DUI Defense
Best Attorney in America
Highest Rated Attorney in Georgia, All Practice Areas, by Client Ratings
Super Lawyer in Atlanta GA
DUI Lawyer of the Year 2017
Best Lawyer's Category, DUI Defense
Best Lawyers in Georgia
Super Lawyers for 2012
Best Lawyer's Category, DUI Defense
Best Lawyers in Georgia
Georgia SuperLawyer
Super Lawyers for 2013
Georgia Super Lawyer
Associations
Member
Mastering Scientific Evidence in DUI-DWI Cases
Founder and Regent (retired) - one of 12 Attorneys in Nation in Launch
DUI Bootcamp
Member
CHAMPION Member
Charter Member and Member of Board of Trustees for the Foundation
Defense of Drinking Drivers Institute
LIFE Member
Founding Member
Founder (1 of 12) and Program Speaker
LIFE Member
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Reviews
RATED 5.0
Aug 18, 2025via Google
Karen Sauve
"I want to thank Jillian for the outstanding support she provided to my family member. She was incredibly professional, compassionate, and knowledgeable throughout the entire process. We truly felt supported and understood during a very difficult time. I'm deeply grateful for the care and attention she gave to the case."
RATED 5.0
Aug 18, 2025via Google
Stephenm Michaud
"TO #3280,525 8TH AVE SW**** The contents of this message may contain confidential and/or privileged subject matter. If this message has been received in error, please contact the sender, and delete all copies. Like other forms of communication, e-mail communications may be vulnerable to interception by unauthorized parties. If you do not wish us to communicate with you by e-mail, please notify us at your earliest convenience. In the absence of such notification, your consent is assumed. Should you choose to allow us to communicate by e-mail, we will not take any additional security measures (such as encryption) unless specifically requested. Jillian Williamson is an absolute force of nature. If you're lucky enough to have her represent you, you're not just getting a lawyer—you're getting a fierce advocate who fights like a Doberman with lipstick for her clients. Her passion for justice is unmatched, and she goes above and beyond in every detail. Jillian is sharp, strategic, and deeply compassionate. She makes our mutual clients feel heard, protected, and empowered throughout the process. Her dedication is unreal—she truly goes the extra mile and then some. You can tell she genuinely cares about her clients and takes pride in delivering results. If you need someone who will stand up for you with tenacity, brilliance, and heart, Jillian Williamson at Wyman and Williamson is the one. I can’t recommend her highly enough"
RATED 5.0
Jul 18, 2025via Google
Simon Kassem
"I cannot overstate the amount of caring or compassion that Jillian Williamson has provided my family. She truly had the knowledge, ability and the passion that we needed in our defense. We were very blessed to have her by our side and guiding us through a very challenging process. Thank you Jillian, words cannot describe our appreciation for you!"
RATED 5.0
Jul 18, 2025via Google
Haize Miller
"Jillian is an amazing lawyer who helped me so much she knows what she's doing she's committed she is very flexible and she is an amazing person"
RATED 5.0
Jun 18, 2025via Google
Seth Jaylen
"Jillian and her team have helped me on and off for years. She always shows up when I need her. I know that all I have to do is call and she will drop what she’s doing to help me. One time my rights were violated and she fought with the crown until my charges were dropped. She’s amazing. Highly recommend her team."