Solving Complex Problems with Knowledge, Experience and Dedication to Our Clients
Former Federal Prosecutors
Craig A. Gillen established the firm in 1993 when he left the Office of Independent Counsel for the Iran/Contra prosecutions as second in charge in 1993 after spending 13 years with the United States Attorneys Office in Atlanta and 4 years as Deputy Independent Counsel in the Iran-Contra prosecutions. Mr. Gillen and Thomas A. Withers began practice together in 1998 after Mr. Withers, the Chief of the Criminal Section, for the United States Attorneys Office in the Southern District of Georgia, left that office to go into private practice. Anthony C. Lake joined the office out of law school and has achieved great success. The firm maintains offices in Atlanta and Savannah and handles the defense of criminal cases throughout Georgia, the Southeastern United States and the nation
Mr. Gillen and Mr. Withers had distinguished careers as federal prosecutors as Assistant United States Attorneys with the Department of Justice in high profile, complex prosecutions and each were recognized by the Department of Justice for their exemplary work.
Gillen, Withers & Lake is one of the most distinguished trial practice law firms in the state, dedicated to protecting the rights of their clients. Mr. Gillen and Mr. Withers are recognized for their diligent preparation, commitment to their clients and outstanding trial skills. Mr. Gillen and Mr. Withers have enjoyed enormous success in both the State and Federal Courts handling complex trials.
Mr. Gillen and Mr. Withers are considered distinguished trial attorneys representing clients in a wide variety of practice areas, including:
We represent the legal interests of individuals and businesses in state and federal courts throughout Georgia, the Southeastern United States and the nation.