One Of Atlanta’s Premier Criminal Defense Law Firms

At The Rice Law Firm, LLC, we have built our reputation on providing aggressive legal representation and delivering unmatched results for individuals who have been criminally accused and individuals facing serious civil tax matters. Our firm was founded on the highest values; a longstanding commitment to ethical practice has been our firm’s hallmark characteristic for more than 20 years.

Insight And Perspective On Criminal Tax And Government Investigations

Our Atlanta trial lawyers seek creative, cost-effective ways to resolve our clients’ cases. We have lived and worked across the United States and around the globe, which has given us a unique, broad-based perspective. Our personal and professional experience gives us the insight needed to successfully help you, no matter what issue you are confronting.

When you face serious, potentially life-changing legal matters, you will need an attorney who can give you the strategic and factual upper-hand. At The Rice Law Firm, LLC, we focus our practice on handling major criminal charges (including felonies and federal crimes) and complex civil tax issues (including fraud and audits).

Practice Areas

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Criminal Defense

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Civil Practice

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Fighting Forfeiture

Cost-Effective Advocacy And Client-Focused Counsel

Attorney Richard A. Rice, Jr. is former federal prosecutor in the Organized Crime and Drug Enforcement Task Force (OCDETF) section. In this role, he worked on and tried countless high-profile cases including the investigation and prosecution of international drug trafficking and money laundering organizations. Equipped with years of experience in various levels of the justice system, Mr. Rice is an expert in investigations involving electronic surveillance, such as Title III (wiretap) investigations. When you need diligent counsel, work with an Atlanta criminal defense lawyer who has the knowledge and ability to persuade a judge and panel of jurors of your innocence.

If your case involves serious criminal charges, complex civil issues or forfeitures, you will most likely need the legal support and professional guidance of an experienced, qualified lawyer. Mr. Rice is a member of Mensa International, a professional organization only open to persons whose IQ is in the top 2% of the world’s population. Attorney Rice focuses on developing highly effective legal strategies that ensure your rights are protected comprehensively and cost consciously.

Facing Serious Criminal Charges?

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Experienced Former Federal Prosecutor

Richard Rice has personal experience as a former U.S. Assistant Attorney. He knows how the government builds, tests, and tries cases, and he can use this knowledge to your advantage.

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Aggressive Defender And Award-Winning Trial Lawyer

Our firm has been nationally acclaimed and locally recognized for providing excellent legal counsel for some of the toughest criminal matters and civil tax law cases.

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Former Attorney, U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)

While working in the Special Litigation Section of the DOJ, Mr. Rice assisted in the case involving terrorist Zacarias Moussaoui, also known as the “12th kidnapper” in the 9/11 attacks.

Unmatched Track Record of Courtroom Victories

By using his vast experience in various levels of the justice system, Mr. Rice is able to create a case that can counter the efforts made by prosecutors.