Crawford and Boyle, LLC

10/07/2026

Rest In Peace - Captain Tim Tallant, Walton County Sheriff’s Office

10/06/2026

09/24/2026

Every year we give each of our employees $500 to make a donation to a charity that is close to their heart. Our office manager Lindsey Daniel chose to donate to the Emma Potts Foundation.

Emma Potts was only 13 when she died from su***de in June of this year. Emma's death affected not only her family and friends, but the entire community in a profound way.

The Emma Potts Foundation was recently established to honor the life and legacy of Emma Rylee Potts. Shane Potts, Emma's dad, shared the news of the newly created foundation on July 29, 2026, via Facebook, on Emma's birthday. Shane stated that the mission of the foundation is to raise awareness for teen mental health and su***de prevention, inspire hope, and remind every young person that they are never alone. Shane continued to say that they want to make sure no child feels the way Emma did; like su***de is the answer.

Since Emma's death, Shane not only created the Emma Potts Foundation, but he also recently spent 24 hours walking and running with three other people at the track at George Walton Academy in Emma's honor. The event was called "24 Hours for Emma."

Emma's family has endured one of the most difficult losses imaginable: the loss of a child. Yet, they are doing what they can to keep Emma's legacy alive and to bring awareness to su***de prevention

September is su***de awareness month. Su***de is the second leading cause of death in young adults ages 15-34. Mental health is not discussed as much as it needs to be. Even with all of the progress society has made over the years, people simply don't talk about mental health or su***de. Yet, if we each look around, we all know someone who is fighting suicidal thoughts, someone who has lost a loved one to su***de, someone who has attempted su***de, or someone who is too scared to speak up about their own suicidal thoughts.

It isn't always easy to notice the signs of su***de. Often times the people who seem to have it all together are fighting the biggest battles.

If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts, please reach out to someone to talk about what you are feeling. Anyone can call or text 988 at any time, day or night, for help. Remember, people usually fake being okay, not depressed.

Please reach out to the Emma Potts Foundation or Shane Potts directly to make a donation.

09/01/2026

Gwinnett finest might have some explaining to do.

His paperwork does not always match his body and dash cam video.

08/31/2026

Four and a half years. Multiple terabytes of discovery. Countless hours of investigation, preparation, motions, hearings, and difficult decisions.

This was one of the most complicated cases we have handled. We were able to reach a resolution that allowed our client to avoid the most serious charges and the potentially devastating consequences that came with them.

Cases like this are a reminder that criminal defense is often a marathon, not a sprint. The job is to keep working—reviewing the evidence, challenging the State’s case, exploring every avenue, and being prepared to fight for the client for as long as it takes.

A special thank you to attorneys Brandon Fitz and Scott Smith, whose work was invaluable throughout this case. I also want to recognize the Gwinnett County District Attorney’s Office for its professionalism in working through an extraordinarily complicated case, and a very patient judge who gave all sides the time necessary to address the many issues involved.

We are grateful to finally bring this case to a resolution and, most importantly, to have achieved an outcome that gives our client the opportunity to move forward.

08/27/2026

Congratulations to Crawford & Boyle, LLC's, former associate attorney, Katie Armstrong, being appointed by Governor Kemp to the Gwinnett County Superior Court bench. She will be an excellent judge. We are so happy and proud of you! Woot, woot!

08/24/2026

This month's Crawford & Boyle LLC donation is by Cori Whitford.

As a soon-to-be second-time mother, I know the importance of having everything you need for your child and how stressful it can be when you feel unprepared. That is why I’ve chosen to give my monthly donation to Helping Mamas.

Helping Mamas is a baby supply bank, founded in 2014 to fill a critical gap in support for families in need. They are dedicated to elevating the well-being and dignity of women, children, and families by providing essential items like diapers, period products, and baby supplies. Their mission is simple yet profound: to ensure that no family has to choose between feeding their children and keeping them clean and healthy.

By meeting families’ basic needs, they empower them to focus on higher-level priorities like job searching, education, and mental health. Research underscores the urgency of this work—there are no public assistance programs like food stamps or WIC that cover diapers, and one in three families must make heartbreaking choices between buying diapers or food. The lack of access to these products can result in missed work or school, perpetuating cycles of poverty and instability.

They are removing barriers for families, ensuring that all children can thrive, and building a stronger, more compassionate Georgia.

https://www.helpingmamas.org/