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Georgia attorney representing clients in serious injury and accident cases, Social Security Disability claims, professional license defense for healthcare providers, research misconduct defense for faculty and researchers, contract matters, and general practice issues. Free phone consultations available.

John C. Kreamer founded his firm Kreamer Law Group, LLC with one central mission: to provide individuals and businesses alike with the highest quality of legal services. A long time Naperville resident, John chose to base his firm out of his hometown. With his diverse background and over 20 years of experience in the legal field, John brings a wealth of knowledge to the practice and leads his team to tremendous success. Kreamer Law Group, LLC represents clients across a range of practice areas, from personal injury and insurance law to commercial litigation and employment law, from health care litigation to administrative law, from probate and estate planning to real estate law, and much more. With John C. Kreamer at the helm, the Kreamer Law Group, LLC has assisted countless clients through a myriad of complex legal matters.

Laurene Cuvillier is an attorney who is a partner in the Decatur, Georgia, law firm of Goldberg & Cuvillier, P. C. The firm’s practice includes representation of individuals and businesses in cases involving denial of civil rights including police misconduct, disability rights, licensing denial and revocation, and first amendment rights; personal bankruptcy; general civil litigation; personal injury; consumer law including mortgage violations; estate litigation and estate management; education law including special education law; and business law.

With over a decade of experience, Terrell A. Ratliff, Esq., is a trial-tested attorney known for fearless advocacy and a commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for his clients. Licensed to practice in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and the Eastern District of Pennsylvania Federal Court, Terrell focuses his practice on criminal defense, civil litigation, and education law, including Title IX cases, school discipline matters, and academic dishonesty defense. Terrell’s extensive trial experience and strategic approach have earned him a reputation as a steadfast advocate. He combines meticulous preparation with persuasive courtroom advocacy to protect his clients’ rights and interests in even the most challenging cases.

Tessa K. Muir is an accomplished trial attorney as a former federal prosecutor and former Army JAG officer. As an Assistant US Attorney in the Western District of Michigan, Tessa served as the lead prosecutor in hundreds of federal criminal cases and Sixth Circuit appeals. She worked closely with and trained federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies on search warrants, computer investigations, and human trafficking — including the Michigan State Police, FBI, DEA, ATF, Homeland Security, police departments, and sheriff’s offices throughout Michigan. Now, she uses that knowledge to understand weaknesses in an investigation and areas where law enforcement and investigators made critical errors. From the first stages of an investigation to the final stages of appeal, Tessa knows how the system works from the inside out. She uses her expertise as a former federal prosecutor to help her clients understand the investigative process, find weaknesses in the case, and build a strong defense. Tessa’s clients routinely comment that she is responsive, empathetic, professional, and effective. Tessa is a persuasive courtroom advocate and has won multiple not-guilty verdicts at trial. She has succeeded in both state and federal courts in achieving the complete dismissal of cases after filing Fourth Amendment challenges to traffic stops and searches. Tessa has convinced prosecutors at the state and federal levels to agree with her position on motions ranging from reversing improper sentencing conditions to excluding evidence against her clients at trial. Tessa succeeded in a motion to reverse a federal judge’s decision to deny bond to a client pending trial in a serious RICO conspiracy case. She achieved early release from a halfway house for a client suffering from a mental breakdown. She secured a sentence significantly below the recommended range in a federal healthcare fraud case, allowing her client to avoid serving prison time. These are just some examples of the results she has obtained for her clients. Tessa has earned commendations for her work as a federal trial attorney from the FBI, Homeland Security, and the State Bar of Michigan. Since 2015, she has been selected by fellow attorneys and federal judges in the Western District of Michigan as a Steering Committee member and instructor for the Hillman Trial Advocacy Program —the district’s premier federal trial practice program. Tessa founded and leads SBBL Law’s Title IX practice group and has become a national leader in the field. She represents students, staff, and faculty members who are either the victim (complainant) or the accused person (respondent) in Title IX sexual harassment and sexual assault cases at schools and colleges nationwide. She puts her background as a federal prosecutor and defense attorney to work to ensure the Title IX investigation process is as fair and thorough as possible for her clients. Her expertise and track record in this field are unrivaled, and she brings a deep understanding of Title IX laws and policies to fight for a fair and just outcome in every case. As a Title IX attorney, Tessa has successfully advocated for clients from five years old through college grad students and professors. She has won findings of “not responsible” for clients at Title IX hearings, obtained confidential settlements from schools that failed to follow the proper procedure, and advocated for supportive measures for clients who have experienced sexual assault and harassment. As a mom and step-mom, Tessa understands the unique dynamic of a family going through the difficult and overwhelming process of navigating the complex and overwhelming Title IX process. She acts as a true advocate, giving a voice to her clients and ensuring the investigation reflects any and all evidence and arguments in their favor.

Attorney Seth is a Lafayette native who joined Mansfield Melancon in 2020 after working with top Lafayette law firms. He earned his J.D. from LSU’s Paul M. Hebert Law Center and has built extensive experience in personal injury, property damage, insurance defense, and commercial litigation. Over his career, he has represented clients before Louisiana courts at every level, federal district courts, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. Seth’s dedication extends beyond the courtroom—he is active in pro bono work with Lafayette Volunteer Lawyers and has received multiple awards from the Louisiana State Bar Association. His peers have consistently recognized him as a Super Lawyer and Rising Star, as well as a “Top Lawyer” in several practice areas. He is also a Lifetime Member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, an honor reserved for fewer than 1% of attorneys nationwide.