About Justin William
Justin William Chaney is a seasoned criminal defense and immigration attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia. With over two decades of legal experience, he has dedicated his career to defending clients in criminal cases and assisting with various immigration matters. His office is situated at 1801 Peachtree Street NW, Suite 110, Atlanta, GA 30309, a location that is easily accessible via MARTA rapid transit. Clients can reach the Peachtree Center Station (N-1) and follow the signs to John Portman Boulevard for convenient access. Before transitioning into private practice, Mr. Chaney gained inexperience as a Border Patrol Agent along the U.S.-Mexico border in California and Texas. This role provided him with firsthand insight into immigration issues, which he later utilized in his legal career.
Following his tenure as a Border Patrol Agent, he worked as an Adjudications Officer with the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) at the New Orleans District Office. In this capacity, he conducted interviews and adjudicated numerous petitions and applications, further enhancing his understanding of immigration law. Mr. Chaney earned his Juris Doctor from Whittier Law School in 2002, a culmination of his commitment to the legal profession. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of Georgia in 1995. His academic background laid a strong foundation for his legal expertise. He is admitted to practice law in Georgia and is an active member of the State Bar of Georgia, demonstrating his commitment to maintaining high professional standards.
In his legal practice, Mr. Chaney handles a diverse range of cases, including criminal defense, immigration appeals, and family-based immigration matters. He has represented clients in various courts, including the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. His experience in both criminal and immigration law allows him to provide comprehensive legal support to his clients. Mr.
Chaney is also a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (GACDL). He actively contributes to the legal community by presenting at continuing legal education seminars. Notably, he has spoken on the immigration consequences of criminal convictions for the State Bar of Georgia and the Federal Defenders Program. For those seeking legal assistance, Mr. Chaney can be contacted at (404) 475-1616 or through his website for more information or to schedule a consultation.
