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Andrew Fleischman

Andrew Fleischman is a criminal defense lawyer with Sessions & Fleischman in Atlanta. Along with trial and personal injury work, Fleischman specializes in representing the wrongfully or unfairly convicted.

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‘THEY LET YOU DO IT’

Here’s Why Trump Doesn’t Have to Register as a Sex Offender

You’d think someone found liable for sexual assault would be considered a danger to society, but unfortunately the law says otherwise.

Andrew Fleischman

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LOOKS REALLY BAD

Why We Can’t Just Shrug Off the Fani Willis Scandal

If the DA prosecuting Trump prolonged an investigation to justify a hefty salary for a romantic partner, that is a genuine conflict of interest that would require her dismissal.

Andrew Fleischman

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STAY OUT OF IT

Abbott’s Pardon of Daniel Perry Would Be Wrong—and Dangerous

Abbott’s pardon would mean a world where some murders count, and others don’t, and where some people have a right to open carry, and others don’t. That’s tyranny, not liberty.

Andrew Fleischman

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