Atty. Foss Gilbert Hodges

Atty. Foss Gilbert Hodges

Foss is a partner at one of the most respected criminal defense firms in Georgia. He focuses his practice on representing people accused of crimes against children and other serious offenses, including Child Molestation, Child Physical Abuse, Cruelty to Children, Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma, Sexual Assault, Rape, Sexual Battery, and Murder.

Decatur Decatur 13 yrs experience 13 year
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Profile Summary

About Foss Gilbert Hodges at a glance

Foss Gilbert Hodges is a Partner based in Decatur, Georgia, practicing at Peters, Rubin, Sheffield & Hodges, P.A.. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, sex crimes, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Georgia (2013). Educated at Mercer University-W. George L.S. (J.D., 2013) and University of Georgia (M.B.A. University, 2005). Serands clients in Decatur, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Foss is a partner at one of the most respected criminal defense firms in Georgia
  • He focuses his practice on representing people accused of crimes against children and other serious offenses, including Child Molestation, Child Physical Abuse, Cruelty to Children, Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma, Sexual Assault, Rape, Sexual Battery, and Murder
  • Foss cares deeply about his clients and their families, and works hard every day to investigate, understand, and communicate their stories to prosecutors, judges, and juries across the state

Practice Areas Explained

Foss Gilbert Hodges's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Foss Gilbert Hodges handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Sex Crimes

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Decatur are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Foss Gilbert Hodges

Where is Foss Gilbert Hodges's law office located?
Foss Gilbert Hodges's law practice is located in Decatur, Georgia. The firm is Peters, Rubin, Sheffield & Hodges, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Foss Gilbert Hodges handle?
Foss Gilbert Hodges focuses on criminal defense, sex crimes, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Foss Gilbert Hodges practiced law?
Foss Gilbert Hodges has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
Where did Foss Gilbert Hodges go to law school?
Foss Gilbert Hodges earned their education at (J.D., 2013); (M.B.A. University, 2005).
How can I contact Foss Gilbert Hodges for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Mercer University-W. George L.S.
- 2013
M.B.A. University
University of Georgia
- 2005

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 2013

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