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When your life has been turned upside down by an injury, you need experienced attorneys who know how to fight and win. At Hamilton & Padgett Law, we handle a wide range of personal injury cases for individuals and families across Georgia & Florida.
Types of Cases We Handle:
Auto Accidents
Trucking Accidents
Motorcycle Accidents
Medical Malpractice
Wrongful Death
Personal Injury Claims
About Hamilton & Padgett Law
Hamilton & Padgett Law proudly serves injury victims and families throughout Georgia & Florida. We deliver aggressive legal representation paired with the compassionate service our clients deserve.
With decades of combined experience, our attorneys have successfully recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for individuals and families facing their most difficult moments. We understand the physical, emotional, and financial toll an injury can cause, and we fight tirelessly to help you secure the justice and compensation you need to move forward.
At Hamilton & Padgett Law, you are never just a case number. You are a member of our community, and we are here to help you rebuild.
Meet Our Attorneys
Dustin Hamilton
Dustin@HamiltonPadgettLaw.com
Dustin Hamilton is a founding partner of Hamilton & Padgett Law and leads the firm’s Savannah office. He focuses his practice on catastrophic injury, wrongful death, and serious personal injury cases, with extensive experience handling claims involving commercial vehicle collisions, car accidents, premises liability, and nursing home negligence.
Born and raised in Georgia, Dustin earned his bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of Georgia and his Juris Doctor from Mercer University’s Walter F. George School of Law. His legal work is rooted in a strong commitment to justice and a relentless drive to secure fair outcomes for the clients he serves. His dedication to his law practice has earned him recognition as a Super Lawyers’ Rising Star from 2023 to 2025, an honor bestowed upon only the top 2.5% of attorneys under 40 in Georgia.
Dustin is a graduate of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association LEAD program, which selects attorneys with strong potential to lead in both the courtroom and the community. He holds memberships in the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, the Savannah Bar Association, the Savannah Trial Lawyers Association, and the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys.
Outside the office, Dustin enjoys spending time with his wife and their two children.
Honors:
Super Lawyers Rising Star
CALI Excellence Award
National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40
Bar Admissions:
State Bar of Georgia
Superior Courts of the State of Georgia
Georgia Court of Appeals
Supreme Court of Georgia
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia
U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Georgia
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia
United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit
Joseph Padgett
Joseph@HamiltonPadgettLaw.com
Joseph Padgett is a founding partner of Hamilton & Padgett Law and leads the firm’s Brunswick office. He focuses his practice on personal injury and wrongful death cases, with deep experience in motor vehicle negligence and trucking accident litigation across both Georgia and Florida.
A native of Coastal Georgia, Joseph previously owned and operated semi-trucks in the Savannah area, giving him firsthand knowledge of the transportation industry. He began his legal career defending trucking and insurance companies but quickly shifted to representing injury victims, using the insights he gained to advocate for those harmed by negligence. His dedication to his law practice has earned him recognition as a Super Lawyers’ Rising Star from 2023 to 2025, an honor bestowed upon only the top 2.5% of attorneys under 40 in Georgia.
Joseph is bilingual in Spanish and proudly represents Spanish-speaking clients throughout Southeast Georgia. He is also a member of the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys and a graduate of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association LEAD program.
Outside of the courtroom, Joseph enjoys life in Brunswick with his wife Julia and their three children.
Honors:
Super Lawyers Rising Star
CALI Excellence Award
National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40
Bar Admissions:
State Bar of Georgia
State Bar of Florida
Georgia Court of Appeals
Supreme Court of Georgia
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia
The Hamilton & Padgett Difference
At Hamilton & Padgett Law, we understand what is at stake after a serious injury. You deserve a law firm that is experienced, aggressive, and truly dedicated to your recovery inside and outside the courtroom.
Our team brings decades of combined experience, insider knowledge of insurance company tactics, and a true passion for standing up for injured individuals and families. We work every case as if it is going to trial because thorough preparation leads to stronger results.
When you choose Hamilton & Padgett Law, you are choosing attorneys who fight harder, care more, and deliver results when it matters most.
Trust Points:
Hundreds of Millions of Dollars recovered for clients
No Fees Unless We Win
Local Attorneys Serving Savannah and Brunswick
Recognized Super Lawyers Rising Stars
Dedicated Trial Preparation for Every Case
Attorneys Who Speak Spanish
No Gatekeepers, You Work Directly With Your Attorney
Case Results
We take pride in the results we achieve for our clients. Explore some of our recent case outcomes and see how we've helped individuals and families secure the justice and compensation they deserve.
Trucking Accident
$27,300,000
Secured a settlement for a trucking accident victim who was left paralyzed from her injuries.
Trucking Accident
$18,150,000
Obtained recovery for the family of a driver killed when a box truck crossed the median and struck his vehicle.
Auto Accident
$2,000,000
Bad faith insurance settlement after initial demand was blown by the insurance carrier.
Trucking Accident
$1,000,000
Single vehicle crash where the passenger sustained serious injuries.
Auto Accident
$1,000,000
Rear-end collision causing aggravation to the client's pre-existing injuries.
Trucking Accident
$950,000
Recovery for a client injured by an 18-wheeler, causing long-term injuries.
Premises Liability
$750,000
The client sustained injury in a pool due to the negligence of the resort.
Trucking Accident
$750,000
Clients were hit by a box truck and sustained significant injuries.
Auto Accident
$625,000
Motor vehicle collision where the at-fault party failed to yield and struck our client.
Trucking Accident
$600,000
A client was sideswiped on the interstate by a semi-truck, resulting in surgery.
Trucking Accident
$565,000
The client was involved in an accident that included two semi-trucks.
Trucking Accident
$525,000
A truck wreck that caused the client's vehicle to roll over, resulting in injuries.
Get the Legal Help You Need Today
You don’t have to face your legal battle alone. At Hamilton & Padgett Law, we’re here to provide the experienced, aggressive representation you deserve.
Contact us today to schedule a free consultation. Let’s discuss your case and see how we can help you secure the compensation you need.