Steven H. Sadow

Steve Sadow is a well-known criminal defense attorney with 44 years of experience in high-stakes, high-profile cases. A 1979 J.D. graduate of Emory University School of Law, he is one of the nation’s top defense lawyers. He is known for his courtroom skills and dedication to defending the accused.

Mr. Sadow has represented many high-profile clients, including entertainers like TI, Rick Ross, Gunna, and Usher. He also represented public figures, including President Donald Trump.

He has several landmark victories, including a not guilty verdict for pro football star Ray Lewis and J. Sweeting in a murder trial. He also won the acquittal of Howard K. Stern in a high-profile conspiracy and drug fraud case. Additionally, he successfully defended the owner of Georgia’s infamous Gold Club in the state’s largest RICO case.

Mr. Sadow has taken on some of the most complex and challenging cases throughout his career. In 2023, he won a not-guilty verdict for a lab owner. She was accused of a $1.4 billion healthcare fraud scheme. This avoided a 50-year prison sentence and a $75 million forfeiture. In 2019, he defended a businessman on multiple fraud charges. His client was acquitted, avoiding a 700-year sentence.

In 2022, Georgia Trend Magazine named Mr. Sadow a top 500 leader in Georgia. Atlanta Magazine (2020-2024) called him one of Atlanta’s most powerful leaders. His work has been widely praised. He specializes in federal and state criminal defense. He focuses on high-stakes cases, from complex white-collar crimes to serious felonies.

Steve Sadow’s commitment to justice and skill in defending the accused make him one of the top criminal defense attorneys in the U.S.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Steven H. Sadow, PC
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Atlanta Bar Association
• Member, Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (GACDL)
• Member, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL)

Licensed State

• Georgia

Education

• Emory University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Marietta College
  BA

Awards & Badges