Post-Conviction Lawyer Atlanta, GA
Justice doesn’t end at sentencing.
When to Contact a Post-Conviction Attorney in Atlanta, GA
If you’ve been convicted in Georgia and believe your trial was unfair, you are not out of options. A wrongful conviction, an error at trial, or a sentence that doesn’t fit the facts — these are not things you have to accept as final. Georgia law gives convicted individuals real paths to fight back, and the right legal help can make all the difference.
At Conklin Law, we focus on post-conviction relief across Georgia. Tyler Conklin built this firm around one core purpose: correcting what went wrong. A conviction is not the end of the road. Courts make mistakes. Defense lawyers sometimes fail their clients. Prosecutors sometimes cross the line.
When any of those things happen, post-conviction law gives you tools to challenge the result. Those tools include direct appeals, habeas corpus petitions, and other forms of relief that target specific errors.
Time matters here. Georgia sets strict deadlines for most post-conviction filings. The longer you wait, the more options you may lose.
If you or someone you love is searching for a post-conviction lawyer, now is the time to act, before those windows close.
What Happens If You Don’t Fight Back
Without legal action, a wrongful conviction stays on the books — courts will not reopen your case unless someone forces the issue. Every day without action is a day the system treats your verdict as final. Families are torn apart. Careers end. People lose years — sometimes decades — behind bars for a trial that was never fair.
Maybe your lawyer missed key evidence. Maybe the judge allowed testimony that should have been blocked. Maybe the jury never heard what they needed to hear. These aren’t small errors. They are the kind of errors that change lives.
The worst part? There are strict deadlines in Georgia for challenging a conviction. Miss them, and you may lose your right to appeal entirely. The primary deadlines include the Notice of Appeal, the Motion for New Trial, and state habeas corpus petitions.
Key Deadlines at a Glance
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Direct Appeals & Motions for New Trial: These should be filed within 30 days of entry of judgment/sentencing (Georgia Code § 5-5-40). Missing the appeal deadline permanently forfeits your right to appeal. A Motion for New Trial pauses the 30-day appeal clock until ruled on.
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Sentence Modification: This should be filed within 1 year of sentencing or within 120 days of the remittitur post-appeal (Georgia Code § 17-10-1(f)).
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State Habeas Corpus: This should be filed within 4 years for felonies and 1 year for misdemeanors from when the conviction becomes final. Georgia strictly enforces this deadline with very rare exceptions or extensions.
At Conklin Law, we step in and take action. We dig into the trial record. We look for errors — things your lawyer missed, things the prosecutor hid, things the judge got wrong. Then we build a thorough and well-supported challenge to your conviction.
Our work covers the full range of post-conviction options in Georgia:
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Direct criminal appeals to higher courts
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Habeas corpus petitions — legal challenges to unlawful detention
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Ineffective assistance of counsel claims when your trial lawyer failed you
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Georgia Board of Pardons and Paroles matters
You don’t have to accept a verdict that was built on a broken process. The right post-conviction lawyer in Atlanta, GA, can force the courts to take another look.
We’re ready to start now.
Why Tyler Conklin Is the Right Post-Conviction Lawyer for You
When your freedom is on the line, you need more than a lawyer who knows appeals. You need one who has lived inside Georgia’s appellate courts — and knows exactly how they work.
The credentials and experience below reflect why Tyler Conklin brings a distinct advantage to post-conviction cases.
15+ Years Focused Solely on Criminal Appeals
Attorney Tyler Conklin has spent over fifteen years doing one thing: fighting for people convicted in Georgia. He does not handle divorces or personal injury claims. Every case he takes is a criminal appeal, a habeas corpus petition, or a post-conviction matter, which means his focus remains consistent and his focus never drifts.
Former Georgia Court of Appeals Judicial Clerk
Before defending clients, Tyler Conklin worked inside the Georgia Court of Appeals as a staff attorney. He saw firsthand how judges read briefs, weigh arguments, and decide cases. That inside view is rare.
It shapes how he builds every argument — because he knows what courts actually respond to, not just what sounds good on paper.
Statewide Georgia Coverage, Atlanta-Based
Conklin Law is based at 1800 Peachtree St NW in Atlanta and serves clients across Georgia. Whether your case was tried in Fulton County, a rural superior court, or a federal district, the firm can review it and pursue every available post-conviction avenue, including post-conviction relief petitions and habeas corpus filings.
Honest Assessment — No False Hope
Tyler Conklin will tell you the truth about your case. If the grounds for appeal are weak, he will say so. If there is a real path forward, he will pursue it without hesitation. That honesty matters when you are deciding how to spend your time and resources fighting for your freedom.
You deserve a post-conviction lawyer who brings real credentials — not just claims.
What Happens After You Hire a Post-Conviction Lawyer in Atlanta, GA
Working with a post-conviction lawyer in Atlanta, GA, follows a clear path. Each step builds on the last.
Here’s what to expect.
Step 1: Free Case Review
Your first call is a consultation. You share the facts of your case. The attorney listens and asks questions.
Step 2: Record Review
If your case moves forward, the work begins right away. Trial transcripts, court records, police reports, and attorney notes all get pulled. This review is thorough.
The attorney looks for errors — mistakes by the trial judge, bad advice from your prior counsel, or conduct by the prosecution that crossed a line. In Georgia, courts expect these errors to be clearly identified and well supported before they act.
Step 3: Legal Strategy
After the review, you’ll get a clear plan. Your attorney will explain which legal options apply to your case. Those might include a direct appeal to the Georgia Court of Appeals or Supreme Court, a habeas corpus petition — which challenges whether your detention is lawful.
As noted, each path has different deadlines and rules. You need to know which one fits — and why.
Step 4: Filing and Court Work
Once the strategy is set, your attorney drafts and files the legal documents. In Georgia, appeals need to follow strict formatting and deadline rules. Missing a filing window can end your case.
Your attorney handles all of this. If your appeal goes to the Georgia Court of Appeals or the Georgia Supreme Court, written briefs are filed first. Oral argument may follow, though not every case includes it.
Step 5: Waiting and Updates
Direct appeals can take anywhere from several months to over a year. Habeas corpus cases sometimes take longer.
You won’t be left in the dark. Your attorney keeps you updated at each stage — when documents are filed, when responses come in, and when a decision is expected.
Step 6: Resolution
A resolution may come in several forms. The court could reverse your conviction, order a new trial, reduce your sentence, or deny the appeal. If denied, further options may still exist, including petitions to higher courts or federal habeas corpus review.
The process doesn’t always end with one decision. Your attorney will walk you through what comes next.
Every stage of this process has firm deadlines under Georgia law.
Acting fast matters — the sooner you get a post-conviction lawyer involved, the more options stay open.
Start Fighting Back — Talk to a Post-Conviction Lawyer in Atlanta, GA
A wrongful conviction or unjust sentence does not have to be the end. Georgia’s post-conviction system gives you real legal tools — and at Conklin Law, we know how to use them. Tyler Conklin has spent over 15 years working in Georgia’s appellate courts and is ready to put that experience to work for you.
You deserve a clear-eyed review of what went wrong at trial. We are ready to thoroughly review the record and give you an honest answer about your options. No false promises. Just a real legal strategy built around your case.
Reach out now, and let’s start working toward the best possible outcome. We offer free initial consultations.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I appeal if I already fired my first attorney and hired a new one?
Yes — changing lawyers does not waive your right to appeal in Georgia. A new post-conviction lawyer can review what prior counsel did and raise claims of ineffective assistance if the record supports it.
2. What if new evidence surfaces years after my conviction?
Georgia allows certain post-conviction petitions based on newly found evidence, primarily through an Extraordinary Motion for New Trial or a State Habeas Corpus Petition. However, strict time limits apply. You should act right away — waiting too long can close off legal avenues that may still be open now.
3. Can a post-conviction lawyer help if I took a guilty plea?
Yes, in some cases. A guilty plea can still be challenged if it was not made knowingly or voluntarily, or if your trial counsel failed to advise you of the consequences. These claims require a close review of your plea hearing record.
4. Does filing one post-conviction petition block me from filing another later?
Not always — Georgia law allows certain successive filings under limited conditions, but courts may bar claims you could have raised before. Acting early and raising all viable grounds in your first petition is critical.
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