Morris “Mo” Hugh Wiltshire Jr.

Highly rated former prosecutor helping people all over North Georgia

10+ Years of Experience

As a former felony prosecutor and a former DUI prosecutor in practice for over 20 years Mo Wiltshire has seen every type of criminal case in the court system. His prosecution insider background, along with having tried several hundred jury trials, establishes that Mo Wiltshire possesses a breadth and depth of experience that is very difficult to find elsewhere. Experience is vital but of equal importance is skill and ability in the courtroom. Mo Wiltshire has been formally recognized by numerous national organizations for outstanding achievement and overall excellence as a trial attorney and advocate for his clients. Mo Wiltshire has earned his reputation as one of the very best trial attorneys in the State. Mo Wiltshire is rated as possessing “Very High Ethical Standards” by Martindale-Hubbell the peer review attorney ethics rating guide. Mo holds a ranking as a “Top 10 Defense Attorney” in the State of Georgia by The National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys. Mo was also selected as one of the “Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers” in the State of Georgia by The American Society of Legal Advocates and as a “Top 100 Trial Lawyer” in the area of Criminal Defense by the National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 Lawyers group. Mo has also been recognized as one of the top DUI Defense Attorneys in the state by the National Advocacy for DUI Defense. Mo was honored as one of the 10 Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Georgia for Client Satisfaction for 2014-2017 by the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys. Mo has been selected for a Client’s Choice Award from AVVO for five years running as a result of outstanding client service. If he agrees to represent you, Mo will be personally responsible for your case. Your case is no place for on the job training for newly minted lawyers. Unlike at some law firms, when it comes time for your day in court you will not be handed off to a junior associate. The right lawyer can make all the difference.

Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
DUI & DWI
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
Nursing Home Abuse
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Products Liability
Drugs & Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Defects, Toxic Torts
White Collar Crime

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Fees
  • Credit Cards Accepted
    Visa/Master Card, AMEX, Paypal
  • Contingent Fees
    In appropriate civil cases
  • Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
    My clients are not criminals, they are good people in big trouble and I treat them accordingly. I can help you. Please contact me today.
Georgia
Since 1994
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Languages

  • English:
    Spoken, Written

Attorney
Wiltshire Defense
2018 –

Current

Partner
Prior Daniel & Wiltshire, LLC
2007 –

2018

General Trial Practice covering all of North Georgia with a focus on criminal and DUI Defense.
Solicitor-General
Office of the Solicitor-General State Court of Clarke County
2004 –

2007

Mo headed the office prosecuting DUI and misdemeanor charges in Athens.
Partner
Garcia Rose & Wiltshire
2000 –

2004

General Trial Practice with a focus on personal injury and criminal defense.
Attorney
Garcia & Powell
1997 –

2000

General Trial Practice with a focus on injury cases and criminal defense.
Assistant District Attorney
District Attorney for the Blue Ridge Judical Circuit
1994 –

1997

Felony prosecutor for the District Attorney’s Office covering Cherokee & Forsyth Counties in North Georgia.
The University of Georgia School of Law
J.D. | Law
1991


1994

Honors: The Order of Barristers
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Millsaps College
B.A. | Political Science
1988


1991

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Top 10 Criminal Defense Award
The National Academy of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2014
10 Best for Client Satisfaction in Georgia
American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2014
Named as one of the 10 Best Criminal Law Attorneys in Georgia for Client Satisfaction
Client’s Choice Award: DUI Defense
Avvo
2013
Client’s Choice Award: Criminal Defense
Avvo
2013
Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyer
The National Trial Lawyers
2013
Selected as one of the top 100 criminal defense trial lawyers in Georgia.

Nationally Ranked Superior DUI Attorney
The National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2013
Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Georgia
American Society of Legal Advocates
2012

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member
Current
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State Bar of Georgia

Member
Current
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National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Top 10 Ranked Member
Current
Activities: http://www.national-academy.net/home
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American Society of Legal Advocates

Member
Current
Activities: http://www.societyoflegaladvocates.org/dir/wiltshire-morris-h/
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National Advocacy for DUI Defense

Nationally Ranked Member
Current
Activities: http://www.nafdd.org/site/page/view/home
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The National Trial Lawyers

Top 100 Lawyer
2013 –
Current
Activities: http://www.thenationaltriallawyers.org/profile-view/MorrisMo/Wiltshire/7346/
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Articles & Publications
Murder Charges Dropped Against UGA Student
The Athens Banner Herlad
January 1, 2017
Websites & Blogs

Website
Law Firm Website
Blog
News Articles

Wiltshire Defense
1220 Langford Drive
Watkinsville, GA 30677
US
Telephone: (706) 543-0002
Fax: (706) 355-3900
Monday: Open 24 hours (Today)
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Wiltshire Defense
490 N. Milledge Avenue Suite 500C
Athens, GA 30601
US
Telephone: (706) 543-0002
Monday: Open 24 hours (Today)
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours