About Detra
Detra Hicks is an attorney licensed to practice law in the state of Georgia and a member of Barrett & Farahany, LLC. She works out of the firm’s Georgia office and brings a practical approach to everyday legal problems. Colleagues describe her as steady in the office and unflappable in court. She favors clear communication and plain language when explaining legal options to clients.
Hicks completed the academic and training steps required for admission to the Georgia bar and has maintained her license while working in private practice. Her legal education and early training provided the foundation for a career that spans client counseling, case preparation, and courtroom work. Over time she has developed a routine that balances litigation mechanics with client-centered planning.
Her early professional years were spent learning the mechanics of case work: drafting pleadings, conducting factual investigation, and preparing witnesses. Those tasks taught her patience and attention to detail. She moved into roles of greater responsibility as opportunities arose and now handles matters that require both strategic thinking and careful documentation.
At Barrett & Farahany, LLC, Hicks participates in the firm’s collaborative approach to legal representation. She works with other attorneys and staff to evaluate claims and plan next steps. She is known for methodical preparation and for keeping clients informed about progress and risks. When cases require negotiation, she prepares thoroughly. When litigation is necessary, she focuses on presenting the client’s position clearly and efficiently.
Outside of individual cases, Hicks attends continuing legal education programs and stays current on developments in Georgia law that affect her practice. She approaches each matter by weighing legal precedent, procedural posture, and practical outcomes. Her work reflects an emphasis on process and the steady application of legal rules to client problems.
Clients and colleagues value her direct style and attention to deadlines. She manages case files with discipline and prioritizes responsiveness. Today she practices at Barrett & Farahany, LLC in Georgia, representing clients in matters before state tribunals and advising them through the stages of dispute resolution and litigation.