Kimberly A. Berry

Kimberly A. Berry, Esq. is a top-rated Georgia criminal defense attorney who specializes in defending those wrongfully-accused of sex crimes. She has years of experience advocating for those unjustly charged with a wide range of heinous crimes, from child molestation to rape. Kimberly possesses all the traits of an ideal defense attorney – a world-class education, years of experience successfully advocating for the innocent and a reputation of being aggressive with prosecutors, but empathetic with clients. She is a smart, skilled trial lawyer who has handled hundreds of cases during her career and has a Perfect 10 rating from her clients on Avvo.com.

Vanderbilt Law Graduate

A proud product of the Georgia educational system, Kimberly attended Gwinnett County public schools and received her bachelor's degree from the University of Georgia. After deciding to pursue a career in law, Kimberly attended the prestigious Vanderbilt University Law School, where she was named a Dean's scholar. While attending Vanderbilt, she received an award for her work with the Legal Aid Society.

Distinguished Legal Career

Kimberly began her career as a public defender and was tapped to participate in the Georgia Public Defender Standards Council Honors Program for outstanding law school graduates. It was during this period that Kimberly developed a passion for defending those unjustly accused by police and prosecutors of serious crimes. She learned firsthand that just because someone is charged with a crime, they are not necessarily guilty. Mistakes or misconduct by the authorities may lead to a wrongful arrest, in which case it is the duty of a good defense attorney to bring the truth to light.

Kimberly is often able to resolve cases without having to go to trial, either through a dismissal of charges, a reduction of charges to a lesser offense, or by reaching a plea deal acceptable to her client. She has worked extensively with prosecutors across the state of Georgia, allowing her to successfully negotiate hundreds of criminal cases, getting numerous clients little to no jail time.

However, unlike many attorneys, Kimberly is willing and able to take her cases to court and aggressively fight for her clients in front of a jury. She has conducted over seventy-five jury trials and has extensive experience conducting investigations, cross-examining witnesses, working with forensic experts, and identifying instances of police misconduct. All of these skills make Kimberly an expert at picking apart the prosecution's case during a jury trial.

Recipient of National Awards & Honors

In 2012, Kimberly was one of a select few lawyers chosen from across the United States to attend the elite Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College, where she studied advanced trial law techniques. Viewing education as a lifelong endeavor, she attends classes and seminars to keep up with the latest legal and technological developments in her field.

She was named by the American Society of Legal Advocates as one of the “Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers” of 2016. She was also recently honored with the “Client Satisfaction Award – 10 Best Female Attorneys” by the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys.

Perfect 10 Rating on AVVO

While Kimberly appreciates these awards and accolades, the thing she is most concerned about is the opinion of her clients. Nothing gives her more personal satisfaction than being able to help someone navigate through a difficult time in his or her life. Successfully bringing a client through the legal process – and back to their normal life – is her ultimate goal.

In this regard, her results – as described by her clients – speak for themselves. Kimberly has maintained a Perfect 10 rating on Avvo.com, the premiere nationwide attorney rating service, putting her in the company of some of the nation's most elite lawyers. She also has a 5-star rating on Yelp.com.

In numerous testimonials, Kimberly's clients consistently praise her for being a hardworking, aggressive, competent defense attorney, while simultaneously showing them compassion, personal attention, and kindness. This combination of toughness and empathy can be hard to find in a lawyer – and explains why Kimberly is one of Georgia's most highly rated, sought after attorneys.

Always Available to Support Clients

In addition, Kimberly is available to her clients 24 hours a day, seven days a week – another convenience rarely offered by other lawyers. After dealing with hundreds of clients, Kimberly understands that the legal process can be confusing and scary for those not familiar with it. It is her job to help ease her clients' fears by explaining each step of the process and doing everything in her power to gain a satisfactory outcome.

Kimberly has worked on cases throughout the state of Georgia. She is licensed to practice in all Georgia trial courts, including juvenile, state, municipal and superior courts. She is also admitted to practice in the Georgia Court of Appeals, the Georgia Supreme Court and the Federal Court for the Northern District of Georgia.

Why Sex Offenses?

Some may find it surprising that Kimberly, a prominent woman in her field, has dedicated herself to defending those accused of sex offenses. As a woman and a mother, Kimberly is well aware of the heinous nature of sex crimes and the devastating effects that they can have on victims. She believes that those who have committed child molestation, rape and similar crimes deserve severe punishment. However, she is also a believer in the justice system in which everyone is innocent until proven guilty. Furthermore, she believes that false allegations harm the cause of gaining justice for true victims.

In the wake of the Me Too movement, there has been an increase in sexual assault claims. While it is important for victims to come forward and speak out, an increase in overall claims inevitably leads to an increase in false claims. Kimberly has personally witnessed cases in which innocent people were charged with sex crimes. False allegations can arise from a variety of situations, including bitter child custody or divorce battles, drug or alcohol fueled misunderstandings or revenge scenarios. She adamantly believes that no one's life should be ruined due to false accusations and is dedicated to achieving justice through the courts.

If you or a loved one have been charged with a sexually based crime, it is critical that you hire an attorney who specializes in this type of offense. Sex crimes differ from many other criminal acts, both in terms of the legal consequences and the stigma that accompanies them. Unlike most offenses, if you are found guilty of a sex offense, your punishment may continue well after you have served your prison time or completed your probation. Mandatory registration as a sex offender can severely curtail your future opportunities, preventing you from gaining satisfactory employment or housing. In addition, sex offender status can make you a pariah in your community. Kimberly understands the particular consequences of being charged with a sexually based offense and knows the best strategies to fight such accusations. As your advocate, she will take the necessary action to prevent a conviction from casting a pall over your future.