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The Law Firm of Tom A. Peterson IV, LLC

The Law Firm of Tom A. Peterson IV, LLC - Vidalia, GA

Criminal Defense Lawyers in Vidalia, GA

104 Southwest Main Street P.O. Box 2037 Vidalia, GA 30474

  • Free Consultation
  • 24 Years
    Experience

Vidalia Criminal Defense Law Firm

Updated: 10/20/2026

Areas of Practice

  • Criminal Defense
  • Federal Crimes

Litigation: 80%

Firm Information

Overview

At The Law Firm of Tom A. Peterson IV, LLC, in Vidalia, Toombs County, Georgia, we represent individuals facing criminal charges, immigration challenges, workplace injuries and insurance disputes across southeast Georgia. When the outcome of a legal matter can alter the course of a life, we stand ready to fight for our clients, including in the courtroom when trial is the only option.

We deliberately limit the number of cases we accept at any given time. This discipline allows us to offer a degree of personal attention that is rare in the legal profession, and it ensures that every client receives the focus their situation demands. Our founding attorney, Tom A. Peterson IV, brings extensive trial experience and a proven record of success, both inside and outside the courtroom. Clients facing serious felony allegations or work-related injuries rely on him for sound judgment and skilled advocacy.

Mr. Peterson also guides clients who must address criminal charges while pursuing immigration goals. He recognizes that even a misdemeanor conviction can jeopardize a visa application or naturalization, so we craft strategies that protect both a client's freedom and their future in the United States.

Every client works directly with Mr. Peterson, from the first consultation to the final resolution. We provide candid, straightforward counsel and never make empty promises. Clients receive regular updates and their perspectives shape the decisions we make together. Because no two cases are alike, we build each strategy around the specific facts at hand.

We are comfortable at the negotiating table and equally prepared to try a case before a jury. When trial serves a client's interests, we pursue it with confidence and consistently deliver results that meet or exceed expectations.

Take the first step today. Call us to schedule an initial consultation at our Vidalia office. If injuries limit your mobility, we will gladly meet you at a location that is convenient for you.


Awards and Honors

Honors

  • National District Attorneys Association/National Advocacy Center, 2004 - 2005
  • International Academy of Trial Lawyers Award, 2001

Languages

  • English

Representative Clients

  • H.V. and T.G. Thompson Lumber Company
  • Peterson Dermatology, P.C.
  • Tom Peterson, Inc. Realtors
  • Georgia First Bank
  • City of Lyons
  • Tattnall County

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Vidalia, GA

104 Southwest Main Street
P.O. Box 2037
Vidalia, GA 30474

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Fax Number: 912-537-6391

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Website: https://www.petersonfirm.net

Hours: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm

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