I think of M. Avery Austin III as “The Lemonade Lawyer”. When his client has been handed a basket of sour lemons, he uses his compassionate listening skills, his in-depth understanding of the criminal justice system, and his extensive experience in the courtroom to make the best lemonade possible. He works hard to help his clients move forward in their journey of life with as little damage as possible to their record. In the case I followed most closely, I was especially impressed with his ability to help his client understand why accepting a particular plea offer was in her best interest and how she could take full advantage of the terms of that agreement. For her, he made “excellent lemonade”. J.H.S. Feb 1, 2026
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