Tom A. Peterson IV

The Law Firm of Tom A. Peterson IV, LLC

Vidalia, GA

23+ Years Experience

Licensed in 1 State

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About Tom

Tom A. Peterson IV is the managing partner and founder of the firm. He has extensive trial experience as a former assistant district attorney, public defender, and private practitioner, specializing in criminal defense, workers' compensation, personal injury, and immigration matters. He is known for his diligent counsel, innovative representation, and ability to secure successful outcomes for clients facing serious state and federal charges, including DUI, armed robbery, child abuse, and drug conspiracy. He also handles real estate transactions, municipal law, and probate and estate law. Tom...

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Education

Juris Doctorate

Mercer University, Walter F. George School of Law

B.A. summa cum laude

University of Georgia

Awards & Recognition

National District Attorneys Association/National Advocacy Center

2004

International Academy of Trial Lawyers Award

2001

Professional Associations

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersNational Association of Criminal Defense LawyersGeorgia Real Property Law SectionKiwanis Club of Vidalia, Inc.Advisory Committee for the United States District Court, Southern District of GeorgiaCircuit Public Defendant Advisory Panel, Middle Judicial CircuitCornerstone Children’s Center of First United Methodist Church of Vidalia, Inc.Southeastern Early College and Career AcademyFirst United Methodist Church of Vidalia, Inc.United Way of Toombs, Montgomery and Wheeler CountiesVidalia Onion Run Committee