Sawyer W. Burkhalter - Valdosta, GA
Attorney at Bajalia Law Firm, P.C.
Criminal Law Lawyers in Valdosta, GA
3006 North Patterson Street Valdosta, GA 31602
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Valdosta Criminal Law Lawyer
Updated: 07/08/2026
Areas of Practice
- Criminal Law
- Personal Injury/Wrongful Death
- General/Commercial/Civil Litigation
Litigation: 100%
Attorney Information
Overview
Sawyer Burkhalter is a lifelong resident of Valdosta, Georgia. He graduated, with honors, from Valdosta State University with a bachelor’s degree in political science. Upon graduation, he was accepted into the University of Georgia School of Law. During law school, he developed an interest in a variety of practice areas. Sawyer earned his law degree in May 2020 and became a member of the State Bar of Georgia in February 2021.
Upon returning to Valdosta, Sawyer began working for the Georgia Department of Labor, resolving unemployment matters as an Administrative Hearing Officer.
In October 2022, Sawyer began his employment as an Associate Attorney for the Bajalia Law Firm, P.C. Sawyer works very closely with founding attorney, Nick M. Bajalia, and plays a vital role in every stage of the firm’s cases. His responsibilities range from case investigation, document drafting, complex e-discovery management, preparation for hearings, depositions, and trials, and maintaining effective communication with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
Sawyer is married to the former Abby Boykin. They have one son, Harvey. In his free time, Sawyer enjoys spending time with family and friends, enjoying good food, and reading.
Education
Legal Education
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University of Georgia School of Law,
Athens,
Georgia, 2020
J.D.
Non Legal Education
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Valdosta State University,
Valdosta,
Georgia, 2017
B.A.
Honors: magna cum laude
Major: Political Science
Current Employment Position(s)
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Associate Attorney
Past Positions
- Georgia Department of Labor, Administrative Hearing Officer, 2021 - 2022
Bar Admissions
- Georgia, 2021
Contact
3006 North Patterson Street
Valdosta, GA 31602
Phone Number: 229-808-8183
Fax Number: (229) 244-9707
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.bajalialaw.com
Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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