25+ Years
Legal Experience
About Akintunde Akinyele
Akintunde Akinyele is a dedicated legal professional serving the Metropolitan Atlanta area for over a decade. As a former Senior Assistant District Attorney in the DeKalb County District Attorney's office, he managed serious criminal cases, including burglaries, armed robberies, sexual assault claims, crimes against children, white-collar crimes, and homicide cases.
In his criminal defense practice, Tunde is known for his trial expertise, defending clients against charges ranging from traffic offenses and misdemeanors to DUI and both minor and major drug offenses. His firm also handles minor and major felony cases with a focus on protecting clients' rights.
Beyond criminal law, Tunde's firm offers robust immigration services, assisting clients with family-based immigration, green cards, naturalization, and removal proceedings. The firm also represents clients in personal injury and wrongful death cases, advocating vigorously to protect their rights.
Tunde is licensed to practice in Georgia's State and Superior Courts, the Court of Appeals, the Supreme Court of Georgia, and the United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia.
He is an active member of the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the DeKalb County Bar Association, and the Georgia Hispanic Bar Association. Tunde is fluent in Spanish and conversant in French, enhancing his ability to serve a diverse clientele.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
Georgia Car Accident Laws
Understanding Georgia's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
2 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
modified comparative fault (50%)
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$25K/$50K/$25K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of criminal cases does Akintunde Akinyele handle?
Akintunde Akinyele handles a range of criminal cases including traffic offenses, misdemeanors, DUI, drug offenses, and felonies.
What immigration services does the firm offer?
The firm provides services for family-based immigration, green cards, naturalization, and removal proceedings.
Is Akintunde Akinyele fluent in any languages besides English?
Yes, Akintunde Akinyele is fluent in Spanish and conversant in French.
In which courts is Akintunde Akinyele authorized to practice?
He is admitted to Georgia's State and Superior Courts, the Court of Appeals, the Supreme Court, and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia.
What professional associations is Akintunde Akinyele a member of?
He is a member of the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the DeKalb County Bar Association, and the Georgia Hispanic Bar Association.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Akintunde Akinyele for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Akintunde for a free case review
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